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The heat in Mumbai is peaking forcing people to pull out caps and hats. Many people use them for a fashion statement. And rightly so, because fashion experts say, they are very versatile... [Read More]
02 June,2023 06:27 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoMumbaikars deplore undue restrictions in public parks that discourage people to frequent these open spaces... [Read More]
01 June,2023 09:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoWhile many people use mangoes to make desserts, there are many communities in India that use the fruit abundantly as a part of their savoury dishes. From adding flavour to a simple salad to making curries stand out, chefs across India share easy Indian and global recipes that people can follow to make and enjoy the fruit this season... [Read More]
10 April,2023 02:03 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoThe Indian-origin American record producer who was recently in Mumbai to perform at the Road to Ultra music festival, spoke to Mid-day Online about his latest album with King, MC Stan and Krsna. He also dwells on his stage name, roots in Kashmir and making music with Indian sounds... [Read More]
28 May,2023 09:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoAhead of his performance in Mumbai this weekend, Mid-day Online spoke to DJ Aqeel, one of India’s most iconic DJs, who changed the way we danced to classic Bollywood songs with his peppy remixes. Aqeel dwells on the changing face of DJing, popularity of remixes today and his latest work... [Read More]
25 May,2023 09:58 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoMumbai boasts of many parks but somehow city dwellers believe they aren`t able to use the parks to the fullest. They say the parks not only have restrictions but are also not well-maintained dissuading many of them from stepping into them... [Read More]
02 June,2023 05:11 PM ISTThere are many dishes that can be made with mangoes that are not only sweet but also savoury. While a raw mango salad is a classic, there are delicious variations that can be experimented with. However, chefs says one can even mango a mango curd rice or a raw mango carpaccio to enjoy the summer fruit to the fullest this season... [Read More]
30 May,2023 06:19 PM ISTIt is almost the end of the summer season as the monsoon is almost here. However, since mangoes are still available in abundance, it is probably the best time to use the seasonal fruit to not only use in savoury dishes but also in coolers to beat the heat... [Read More]
29 May,2023 09:24 AM ISTEvery one of us dreads wrinkles and the slightest appearance of it can cause us to become conscious about it on our faces. While it usually happens as we grow older, experts say there are certain factors that contribute towards it. The best way to deal with them is by first understanding the causes and the need to adopt a suitable lifestyle... [Read More]
29 May,2023 02:42 PM ISTWhile mango is undoubtedly the highlight of every summer vacay, smaller dishes that nonchalantly sit on the side of a main dish do turn into heroes for just one day... [Read More]
28 May,2023 04:49 PM ISTWith Pride month coming up, here’s a curation of the most reliable resource platforms that ally with India’s LGBTQiA+ community... [Read More]
28 May,2023 12:58 PM IST | MumbaiIf you live in Mumbai right now, then it is the best time to be here if you love experimenting with food and drink. A lot of new restaurants are innovating with their cocktails. They are not just giving a twist to the classics but by also using the `fat-washing` technique to elevate the flavours... [Read More]
26 May,2023 09:16 AM ISTThe American singer, known for hits such as `What`s Love Got To Do With it?`, passed away on May 24 peacefully in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, after suffering from a long illness, her representative said. With a career that spanned close to seven decades, she established herself as one of the greatest female singers of all time, and was even called the `Queen of Rock `n` Roll` for her powerful voice and performance on stage. The singer may have passed on but her legacy will live on for many years to come. Here are some interesting facts about her... [Read More]
25 May,2023 09:23 AM ISTBrief: Vijay Diwas is celebrated on December 16 every year in honour of the Indian armed forces’ victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war. Fifty years ago, the day marked the largest military surrender after the Second World War, as 93,000 soldiers of the Pakistan Army laid down their arms before the Indian forces -- resulting in the liberation of Bangladesh, formerly East Pakistan. Vijay Diwas is to commemorate the victory of the Indian Armed Forces against the Pakistani troops in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Tributes are paid to martyrs who lost their lives to defend their nation. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on December 16 laid a wreath at the National War Memorial on the occasion of ‘Vijay Diwas’, commemorating India`s victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Attending the Vijay Diwas exhibition in Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi checked out the stalls at the exhibition on December 15. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also accompanied the PM at the exhibition. With the partition of India in 1947, West and East Pakistan came into being. The 1970 parliamentary elections ended with an overwhelming number of East Pakistanis voting for a political party that advocated autonomy for East Pakistan. However, these efforts were blocked by the army and the then Pakistani government. Mass protests in the Eastern part began, but were brutally suppressed by the Pakistan Army.In effect a massive refugee movement began in neighbouring India. East Pakistani guerilla forces, backed by India, fought the Pakistan Army in 1971. Pakistan responded with air attacks on India, resulting in open war between the two powers beginning on December 3. The war between India and Pakistan lasted for 13 days, ending on December 16, 1971. The 1971 War between the India and Pakistan forces played a key role in the liberation of Bangladesh. Following this, a new country came into being, Bangladesh. Hence, the day is also celebrated in Bangladesh as ‘Bijoy Dibos’ or ‘Victory Day’.... [Read More]
16 December,2022 03:09 PM IST | DelhiVijay Diwas is celebrated on December 16 every year in honour of the Indian armed forces’ victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war. Fifty years ago, the day marked the largest military surrender after the Second World War, as 93,000 soldiers of the Pakistan Army laid down their arms before the Indian forces -- resulting in the liberation of Bangladesh, formerly East Pakistan. Vijay Diwas is to commemorate the victory of the Indian Armed Forces against the Pakistani troops in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Tributes are paid to martyrs who lost their lives to defend their nation. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on December 16 laid a wreath at the National War Memorial on the occasion of ‘Vijay Diwas’, commemorating India`s victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Attending the Vijay Diwas exhibition in Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi checked out the stalls at the exhibition on December 15. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also accompanied the PM at the exhibition. With the partition of India in 1947, West and East Pakistan came into being. The 1970 parliamentary elections ended with an overwhelming number of East Pakistanis voting for a political party that advocated autonomy for East Pakistan. However, these efforts were blocked by the army and the then Pakistani government. Mass protests in the Eastern part began but were brutally suppressed by the Pakistan Army. In effect, a massive refugee movement began in neighbouring India. East Pakistani guerilla forces, backed by India, fought the Pakistan Army in 1971. Pakistan responded with air attacks on India, resulting in an open war between the two powers beginning on December 3. The war between India and Pakistan lasted for 13 days, ending on December 16, 1971. The 1971 War between the Indian and Pakistan forces played a key role in the liberation of Bangladesh. Following this, a new country came into being, Bangladesh. Hence, the day is also celebrated in Bangladesh as ‘Bijoy Dibos’ or ‘Victory Day’.... [Read More]
16 December,2022 12:46 PM IST | MumbaiIndira Gandhi, the only child of India`s first PM Nehru, was born in Allahabad on November 19, 1917. Watch the video to know more about one of the most strongest leader of India. #IndiraGandhi #Ironlady #Indira... [Read More]
19 November,2022 03:01 PM IST | MumbaiIndira Gandhi, the only child of India`s first PM Nehru, was born in Allahabad on November 19, 1917. Watch the video to know more about one of the most strongest leader of India. #IndiraGandhi #Ironlady #Indira... [Read More]
19 November,2022 02:58 PM ISTSabira Merchant`s new memoir, `On a life well lived` looks back on a spirited life while bringing alive a genial and slower Bombay of the 1970s. The memoir captures the life of women of Bombay in 1970s and how the spaces have evolved. Merchant`s memories offers a picture of a Bombay which was an “easy and friendly world”, with days planned with friends comprising pot lucks, watching English films at the Cambatas’... [Read More]
07 February,2022 02:37 PM ISTAs a part of Mid-Day`s Covid-19 Care Campaign, Dr. Lancelot Pinto, Consultant Pulmonologist at P.D Hinduja Hospital & MRC, talks about the new strain of the Covid-19 virus, preventative measures, and pro tips on how to battle the disease. Watch this video!... [Read More]
12 May,2021 02:34 PM IST | MumbaiPrateik talks about 'My Friend Pinto'... [Read More]
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