Pooja Desai is Website Head, Mid-Day. A journalist and editor with more than two decades of experience, she has previously worked with two national newspapers, two Mumbai tabloids, a national news website and a local community newspaper. Tweets: @poojadesaid
Jatin Lalit Singh, Malvika Aggarwal and Abhishek Vyas have never met in person, but are the co-founders of three entirely crowd-funded community libraries in UP. They are also involved in Covid-19 relief work and have helped thousands of migrant workers stuck in cities reach safely home... [Read More]
20 June,2021 07:59 PM IST | Mumbai | Pooja DesaiThe new national vaccination policy announced by PM Narendra Modi reserves 25 per cent of vaccines for private entities. Health economist Dr Rijo M John tells Mid-Day.com the policy is inequitable, and the Centre must publish a policy paper on its Covid-19 vaccine programme in consultation with all state governments to ensure fair distribution... [Read More]
14 June,2021 03:17 PM IST | Mumbai | Pooja DesaiUddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Varun Sardesai won the Bandra East Assembly constituency against sitting MLA Zeeshan Siddique, the two young political leaders were seen visiting the counting centers on Saturday. Pics/Satej Shinde... [Read More]
23 November,2024 05:34 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]
18 November,2024 08:55 PM ISTShiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray addressed a public meeting for Maha Vikas Aghadi`s Bandra (East) candidate Varun Sardesai on Pipeline Road at Jawahar Nagar in Khar (East) on Monday (PICS/SATEJ SHINDE)... [Read More]
18 November,2024 08:22 PM ISTA large crowd of shoppers was seen at Dadar Market on Thursday, October 31, as Mumbaikars rushed to buy flowers in preparation for Lakshmi Pooja, part of the Diwali 2024 festivities (PICS/ASHISH RAJE)... [Read More]
31 October,2024 06:23 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]
13 October,2024 06:31 PM ISTPooja Hegde has made her mark in Indian cinema having worked in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi language films opposite some of the biggest superstars of the country. Apart from her acting chops, she has also time and again stunned with sartorial choices. On her birthday, we take a look at some of her best saree looks... [Read More]
13 October,2024 09:38 AM ISTA day after unveiling the cast of Thalapathy 69, the makers held the puja ceremony of Vijay`s last film. The puja ceremony was attended by Thalapathy Vijay, Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, and Mamitha Baiju and other team members... [Read More]
04 October,2024 04:18 PM ISTIt`s time to take out your green outfit to celebrate day 2 of the much-loved festive season of Navratri. While you have your colours sorted for the nine days of Navratri, it can sometimes be tedious how to style these colours. You can take inspiration from these celebs on styling your green outfits... [Read More]
03 October,2024 03:57 PM ISTIn a crucial interview with Mid-Day, Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Varun Sardesai addresses the key challenges facing the Vandre (Bandra) East constituency in the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024. From the high-stakes redevelopment issues in slum areas and SRA schemes, to traffic congestion in the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Sardesai outlines his plans for housing, infrastructure, and public transport improvements. He also emphasizes his commitment to tackling water supply and contamination and air pollution issues resolve the problems of people, especially for marginalized communities. As a key aide to his cousin Aaditya Thackeray, Sardesai’s candidacy is a test of the Thackeray family`s influence and the Shiv Sena (UBT)`s resolve.... [Read More]
08 November,2024 12:23 PM ISTCrores of people in India celebrate Chhath Puja. In fact, this is known to be one of the oldest festivals of India. This 4-day festival of India pays respect to the Sun God and his sister Chhati Maiyya. This ancient tradition reminds us of our connection with nature and the importance of gratitude. But why is this festival celebrated and how? Take a look as India celebrates Chhath Puja 2024. ... [Read More]
06 November,2024 05:54 PM ISTShiv Sena (UBT) candidate Varun Sardesai, running for the Bandra East Assembly seat, expressed confidence in the party`s support from local residents. He noted that Shiv Sena (UBT) has traditionally held influence in Bandra East, and, with Congress now allied under Maha Vikas Aghadi, he expects strong backing in the constituency. Sardesai predicted that election results would affirm Shiv Sena (UBT) as the leading party in the area.... [Read More]
05 November,2024 12:33 PM ISTOn the night of October 31, 2024, Bengali Hindu devotees gathered at the Shri Shri Kali Mata Temple at Shivaji Park to celebrate Kali Puja. This year marks the 89th celebration of Kali Puja by the Bengal Club, which has organized this event since 1935. The temple was filled with devotion as people participated in traditional rituals to honor the Goddess Kali. This celebration also coincided with Diwali, the festival of lights, enhancing the festive atmosphere. Diyas were lit, and prayers were offered, symbolizing hope and joy. The vibrant spirit of both Kali Puja and Diwali united the community, creating a beautiful blend of traditions. Devotees shared in the warmth and light of the festivities, making it a memorable night filled with devotion, joy, and togetherness. Watch the video for more.... [Read More]
01 November,2024 11:40 AM ISTThe festival of lights Diwali 2024 is here. This is known to be one of the most auspicious times of the year and conducting Laxmi Puja on Diwali is considered to be highly blissful. In this video, Varun Panditji explains how to do Diwali Laxmi Puja Vidhi in a simple way. Take a look.... [Read More]
29 October,2024 05:59 PM ISTThis Diwali 2024, make your Diwali shopping a breeze with our smart Diwali shopping guide. Mumbai is a city where you can find almost all the festive shopping items at every other area. But to find the best in a budget, takes knowledge of Mumbai’s best areas to shop. In this video, we explore Mumbai’s top markets for Diwali shopping. From decor, sweets, lanterns, puja items to traditional clothes, here’s how you can make your Diwali shopping easier in Mumbai by following these recommended places to shop. Take a look.... [Read More]
25 October,2024 06:03 PM ISTAt Manish Malhotra`s star-studded Diwali bash, Bollywood celebs brought their fashion A-game. Rekha dazzled as always with her timeless charm, while Kiara Advani and her husband Sidharth Malhotra turned heads with their stylish looks. Sobhita Dhulipala, even amidst her wedding preparations, made a stunning appearance. Watch the full video to catch all the glitz and glam and see who wore what!... [Read More]
23 October,2024 10:37 PM IST | MumbaiOrganised by the Bengali community in Mumbai, Durga Puja pandals offer an extraordinary devotional experience for worshipping Maa Durga. A special bhog is offered to the goddess and distributed as prasad to all the devotees each year. More than 30,000 people take bhog in this pandal each year and cooking at such a large scale is not easy! The scale of cooking is huge and the responsibility is even bigger - but year by year - tirelessly in all devotion - the bhog is cooked and served with love and consumed by thousands in the spirit of Joi Maa Durga! In this episode of Culture Beat, Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor explores what goes into making the bhog at Powai Sarvajanin Durgotsav 2024. Take a look.... [Read More]
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