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On World Pasta Day, here’s a pick of three hatke takes on the Italisan classic available in the city... [Read More]
25 October,2021 08:13 PM IST | Mumbai | Shunashir SenAhead of World Water Day, meet four people doing a stellar job of preserving a precious natural resource... [Read More]
21 March,2020 07:54 PM IST | Mumbai | Shunashir SenAhead of a series of exhibitions marking his 70th birthday, painter Samir Mondal explains how aboriginal art from Australia lent deeper meaning to his craft... [Read More]
17 March,2022 09:01 AM IST | Mumbai | Shunashir SenAttend a gig that features an unusual mix of West African instruments... [Read More]
15 March,2022 08:17 AM IST | Mumbai | Shunashir SenA visiting musical act from Chennai promises to bring the roof down at a gig celebrating its 15th anniversary... [Read More]
10 March,2022 01:10 PM IST | Mumbai | Shunashir SenAvoid holiday hazards in the Christmas spirit with your furry family. (Story by Anand Singh) (In pics: Representative Image/Mid-day file pic/Pexels)... [Read More]
22 December,2024 01:42 PM ISTIn Mumbai for his penultimate performances at the MMRDA grounds in Bandra Kurla Complex, Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla started a party with the help of Vicky Kaushal, Parineeti Chopra and social media stars Quick Style this Saturday, one of two performances in Mumbai this weekend... [Read More]
22 December,2024 01:08 PM ISTMusic sensation Diljit Dosanjh brought his Dil-Luminati concert to Mumbai on Thursday night. The singer posted some spectacular and heartwarming from the show the next day. Take a look:... [Read More]
20 December,2024 06:47 PM ISTFive people were killed and 37 injured in a massive fire on the Jaipur-Ajmer National Highway after a collision involving a chemical-laden truck and multiple vehicles. Around 40 vehicles, including trucks and trolleys, were completely burnt in the fire, which spread rapidly across a 300-metre stretch of the highway. (Pic/ PTI )... [Read More]
20 December,2024 10:55 AM ISTA tragic incident occurred when the Neelkamal ferry, en route to Elephanta Caves, capsized near Butcher Island after colliding with an Indian Navy speedboat, resulting in the deaths of 13 people, including two children. The collision occurred when the Indian Navy speedboat, undergoing engine trials, lost control due to a throttle issue and crashed into the ferry carrying over 100 passengers. (Pics/Shadab Khan)... [Read More]
19 December,2024 10:48 AM ISTThe navy, coast guard and other local agencies raced against time to save passengers after a ferry en route Elephanta Island from Gateway of India capsized on Wednesday (PICS/ Shadab Khan, PTI) ... [Read More]
18 December,2024 12:05 AM 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 December,2024 08:53 PM ISTA day before its premiere on Prime Video, Pushing Buttons Studios hosted a special screening of Indo-French coming-of-age drama, Girls Will Be Girls. The screening was graced by co-producer Richa Chadha and executive producer Ali Fazal. Fazal`s co-stars from the hit series Mirzapur attended the event.... [Read More]
18 December,2024 04:47 PM ISTTelevision stars Rohan Mehra and Helly Shah recently opened up about their exciting new OTT show, Pyramid, which delves into the high-stakes world of crypto, cryptocurrencies, and the dangers of digital scams and hacking. Rohan, who previously appeared as a contestant on Bigg Boss 10, shared that he keeps up with the latest season and is rooting for Vivian Dsena or Avinash to take home the win. Meanwhile, Helly Shah revealed that she had been offered a spot on the Salman Khan-hosted reality show Bigg Boss. Watch the full video to know more!... [Read More]
19 December,2024 05:47 PM ISTBollywood stars and influencers turned heads at a star-studded influencer award night. Kartik Aaryan looked dashing in a suit, while Uorfi Javed grabbed attention with her bold all-black attire. Shalini Passi brought her fashion A-game, and other notable personalities like Anushka Sen, Raj Shamani, Anaita Shroff Adajania, Anshula Kapoor, Sumukhi Suresh, and Shenaz Treasurywala & others also dazzled on the red carpet, making the evening a celebration of style. ... [Read More]
19 December,2024 05:40 PM ISTIn a tragic incident, a ferry boat with 80 passengers and five crew members onboard capsized near Elephanta Caves after a small speedboat crashed into the vessel, which was carrying more than 80 passengers. At least one passenger has been confirmed dead in the incident. The Indian Navy launched the search-and-rescue operation in coordination with the Coast Guard and Marine Police.... [Read More]
18 December,2024 07:11 PM ISTIndependent MP Pappu Yadav raised concerns about the absence of PM Narendra Modi during the Lok Sabha debate on the One Nation, One Election (ONOE) Bill. He pointed out that in 2017, both the Election Commission and the Law Commission had rejected the idea, citing it would harm diversity, free expression, and the federal system. Yadav criticized the BJP for claiming to save money while spending large sums on advertisements for the PM and Chief Ministers. He also questioned why the BJP didn`t support ONOE when they won three elections and needed 300 seats, but now, with 362 seats, they are pushing for it. He emphasized the need for reforms in education, health, justice, and the economy instead of ONOE.... [Read More]
18 December,2024 02:51 PM ISTOn December 17, Russia suffered a major blow when Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, head of Russia`s Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops, was killed in a bomb blast. The explosion, hidden inside an electric scooter, occurred outside his apartment in Moscow. His assistant also died in the blast. Ukraine’s intelligence agency, SBU, claimed responsibility for the attack. Kirillov was charged by Ukraine for allegedly using banned chemical weapons and had been sanctioned by several countries, including the U.K. and Canada, due to his role in the war. The blast caused shattered windows and damaged the building’s entrance. The bodies of the victims were found nearby. This killing of a high-ranking Russian officer is expected to lead to retaliation from Russia. Kirillov led the RKhBZ, special forces tasked with protecting Russian troops in extreme conditions involving chemical, biological, or radioactive threats.... [Read More]
18 December,2024 10:25 AM ISTOn December 16, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at Hyderabad House in Delhi. Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Modi welcomed President Dissanayake at Rashtrapati Bhavan. There, President Dissanayake was given a Guard of Honour by the combined defence services. Following this, Prime Minister Modi and President Dissanayake held talks at the delegation level to discuss various matters between India and Sri Lanka. This meeting aimed to strengthen the relationship between the two countries and explore areas of cooperation. Watch video for more information... [Read More]
16 December,2024 04:34 PM ISTGukesh Dommaraju, the newly-crowned World Chess Champion, returned to India on December 16. He made history on December 14 by becoming the youngest person ever to win the title. Gukesh triumphed over China`s Ding Liren in the final game of their FIDE World Chess Championship match. This victory marks a huge achievement for the 17-year-old Indian grandmaster, as he broke records and earned global recognition for his remarkable skills in chess. Gukesh’s win is seen as a proud moment for India and adds to the country`s growing reputation in the world of chess. His achievement has inspired many young players worldwide.... [Read More]
16 December,2024 02:49 PM ISTOn December 15, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attended the swearing-in ceremony for the expansion of the Maharashtra Cabinet. The Mahayuti Alliance, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), achieved a significant victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, securing 230 out of 288 seats. In contrast, the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi won only 46 seats. Following the cabinet expansion, CM Fadnavis announced that a performance audit will be conducted for all ministers. He explained that if a minister is found to be underperforming or not doing their job correctly, the government will reconsider their position. Watch the video for more information... [Read More]
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