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Sarasvati T

Sarasvati T is a multimedia journalist. Her beats of interest are education, issues of social justice and internet freedom.

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Mumbai rains: Leptospirosis alert — check symptoms and preventive measures

Mumbai rains: Leptospirosis alert — check symptoms and preventive measures

As the civic body alerts Mumbaikars about a rise in the cases of leptospirosis in the city after over a week’s heavy rainfall, Mid-Day Online reached out to city-based experts to know the symptoms and preventive measures for the disease... [Read More]

21 July,2022 09:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati T
Kim Kardashian’s Met Gala dress row: Here’s how Indian museums preserve textiles

Kim Kardashian’s Met Gala dress row: Here’s how Indian museums preserve textiles

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While the controversy concerning reports of Kim Kardashian damaging Marilyn Monroe’s iconic gown deepens, textile conservators and archivists tell us how historical textiles and costumes are preserved in India’s museums... [Read More]

23 June,2022 03:37 PM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati T
World Hypertension Day: Why young Indians need to be cautious about high BP

World Hypertension Day: Why young Indians need to be cautious about high BP

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While hypertension affects over 40 percent of adults in India, only over five percent of diagnosed hypertensives are undergoing treatment for the condition. On World Hypertension Day, experts weigh in on the causes, effects and prevention of hypertension... [Read More]

16 May,2022 03:32 PM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati T
Six years after demolition, Dr Ambedkar Book Centre lives on as makeshift stall

Six years after demolition, Dr Ambedkar Book Centre lives on as makeshift stall

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`Shelf Life` is a weekly series that explores the reading culture in Mumbai. In part one, Mid-day visits Dr Ambedkar Book Centre, once a magnet for students and book sellers in the city, which is now reduced to a make-do stall. After the centre was razed by miscreants, its lone showrunner Mangala Waman Kadam is continuing the struggle for revival... [Read More]

31 March,2022 03:37 PM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati T
How ‘Zollywood’ explores the zest of Vidarbha’s lesser-known zhadipatti theatre

How ‘Zollywood’ explores the zest of Vidarbha’s lesser-known zhadipatti theatre

The Marathi film ‘Zollywood’ offers an unfiltered glimpse into Vidarbha’s thriving zhadipatti theatre scene. Director Trushant Ingle and writer-actor Asawari Naidu tell us about their early engagements with the form and challenges in bringing it to the big screen... [Read More]

05 September,2022 08:34 PM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati T
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Spotted in the city: Vijay Varma, Parineeti Chopra, Sonam Kapoor and others

Spotted in the city: Vijay Varma, Parineeti Chopra, Sonam Kapoor and others

Spotted 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]

29 March,2024 08:04 PM IST
Chefs share kokum-infused delights you must relish this summer season

Chefs share kokum-infused delights you must relish this summer season

Tingle your taste buds because it’s the official season to relish kokum`s tangy and sour goodness. Here are six kokum-infused drinks and dishes you must try at home... [Read More]

29 March,2024 06:52 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Heavy security deployed in parts of UP after Mukhtar Ansari dies

IN PHOTOS: Heavy security deployed in parts of UP after Mukhtar Ansari dies

Security personnel in several districts of Uttar Pradesh remained on alert on Friday, a day after jailed gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari died of cardiac arrest at a hospital in Banda. Pics/PTI... [Read More]

29 March,2024 06:13 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Prakash Ambedkar addresses the press days after calling off alliance

IN PHOTOS: Prakash Ambedkar addresses the press days after calling off alliance

Prakash Ambedkar of Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) on Friday held a press conference, days after calling over alliance with the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and accusing Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut of "stabbing" him and his outfit in the back amid seat sharing talks ahead of the Lok Sabha elections 2024. Pics/Atul Kamble... [Read More]

29 March,2024 04:11 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: BJP's candidate Kangana Ranaut holds roadshow in Mandi

IN PHOTOS: BJP's candidate Kangana Ranaut holds roadshow in Mandi

Actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut, who is the BJP candidate from Mandi Lok Sabha seat in Himachal Pradesh, held a roadshow in the city on Friday to prepare for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Pics/PTI... [Read More]

29 March,2024 04:03 PM IST
INDIA bloc stages protest in Mumbai's Azad Maidan against Kejriwal's arrest

INDIA bloc stages protest in Mumbai's Azad Maidan against Kejriwal's arrest

The Opposition`s INDIA bloc stages a protest in Mumbai on Friday against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal`s arrest. Pics/ Sayyed Sameer Abedi & AAP... [Read More]

29 March,2024 01:58 PM IST | Mumbai
IN PHOTOS: Christian devotees observe Good Friday across the globe

IN PHOTOS: Christian devotees observe Good Friday across the globe

Here is a glimpse into how Christians observe Good Friday through solemn ceremonies, fasting and prayer, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Scroll for more... [Read More]

29 March,2024 04:41 PM IST
 Jailed gangster-politician Mukhtar Ansari dies of cardiac arrest; Sec 144 in UP

Jailed gangster-politician Mukhtar Ansari dies of cardiac arrest; Sec 144 in UP

Jailed gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari passed away due to cardiac arrest at a hospital in Banda, Uttar Pradesh. Pics/ PTI... [Read More]

29 March,2024 10:46 AM IST
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Watch EAM Jaishankar’s opening remarks at India-Ukraine delegation meet

Watch EAM Jaishankar’s opening remarks at India-Ukraine delegation meet

EAM S Jaishankar held a delegation level meeting with Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on March 29 in Delhi. In his opening remark during delegation meet with Ukraine FM, EAM Jaishankar said that a very substantial agenda for discussions has been made. He further said, “In recent months, we have had interactions at various levels, I am glad to see some of our bilateral mechanisms have also met and this has created certain momentum in our bilateral relationship. Today, after this discussion, we look forward also to the meeting of the intergovernmental commission. Your visit gives us an opportunity to understand the situation in your own region...Our teams have prepared a very substantial agenda for discussions...” External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar on March 29 met with his Ukrainian Counterpart, Dmytro Kuleba, who is on an official visit to India. Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba arrived in India for a two-day official visit at the invitation of EAM Jaishankar... [Read More]

29 March,2024 07:35 PM IST
Watch Kangana Ranaut’s ‘unfiltered’ views on Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Shakti’ remark

Watch Kangana Ranaut’s ‘unfiltered’ views on Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Shakti’ remark

BJP candidate from Mandi Lok Sabha seat, actor Kangana Ranaut slammed Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Shakti’ remarks and said Rahul Gandhi wanted to destroy ‘Shakti’, She also asked who writes such speeches for Rahul Gandhi. Speaking to Midday, Mandi BJP candidate, Kangana Ranaut said "...Rahul Gandhi says he wants to destroy `Shakti`. Who writes such speeches for him?...I want the people of Mandi to answer those who have spoken indecently about women...People of India have always blessed me..."... [Read More]

29 March,2024 07:25 PM IST
The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show: Fun interaction with team

The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show: Fun interaction with team

The Great Indian Kapil Sharma show will start streaming on Netflix from March 30. The members of the show - Kapil Sharma, Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda and Archana Puran Singh got together for a hilarious interaction with the media. Kapil praised his co-actors Krushna and Sunil for being a part of the show... [Read More]

29 March,2024 05:53 PM IST
Salman Khan attends premiere of Patna Shuklla with Arbaaz Khan I Dabangg 4

Salman Khan attends premiere of Patna Shuklla with Arbaaz Khan I Dabangg 4

Salman Khan graced the screening of his brother Arbaaz Khan`s production `Patna Shuklla` on Thursday. At the screening of the film, Salman, while speaking to the media congratulated the team including lead actor Raveena Tandon. He also gave an update on `Dabangg 4` and said that Arbaaz is more excited about `Patna Shuklla` than Dabangg. Talking about `Dabangg 4`, the superstar said that they will finalise it once he and Arbaaz will agree on a script... [Read More]

29 March,2024 05:47 PM IST
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: A look back into political journey of Nitin Gadkari

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: A look back into political journey of Nitin Gadkari

Union road Minister Nitin Gadkari is all set to contest from Nagpur Lok Sabha constituency in 2024 Lok Sabha polls. On 27th March, Mr Gadkari filed his nomination for upcoming lok sabha elections. He prayed at his residence before filing his nomination for the Nagpur Lok Sabha constituency. Mr Gadkari, a two-time Parliamentarian, is the longest-serving Minister for Road Transport & Highways currently running his tenure for over nine years. As he gears up to contest LS Polls 2024, let`s take a look at his political career and a few amazing facts about him that probably didn`t know.... [Read More]

27 March,2024 04:41 PM IST
PM Modi slams Sonia Gandhi-led Congress party as Lawyers move SC

PM Modi slams Sonia Gandhi-led Congress party as Lawyers move SC

Over 600 lawyers have written a letter to CJI DY Chandrachud expressing concerns against a “vested interest group”. Lawyers expressed serious concerns against the actions of a specific interest group aiming to undermine the judiciary`s integrity. Reacting to lawyers’ concerns, PM Modi on March 28 took a dig at INC saying that “bullying others is vintage Congress culture”. Notably, the letter has been signed by top lawyers including senior advocate Harish Salve, SC Bar Association Prez Adish Aggarwala. As per lawyers, the group is putting pressure tactics to influence judicial outcomes, particularly in cases involving political figures. ... [Read More]

29 March,2024 04:09 PM IST
Ayushmann Khurrana inaugurates food truck for the transgender community

Ayushmann Khurrana inaugurates food truck for the transgender community

UNICEF National Ambassador for India and Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana inaugurated the food truck for the transgender community in Zirakpur. He handed over keys of food truck to the transgender community on March 28. “This Food Truck has been inaugurated for a very special and peculiar reason that is to encourage and include the trans community in the society. It`s a small step, more people, opinion leaders like me who think about society and are sensitive towards it should come forward and help them. They (trans) are an invisible and underprivileged community in our country and this food truck is a kind of push to make them self-reliant and financially independent so that they can find a place in the society,” said Ayushmann Khurrana.... [Read More]

29 March,2024 04:05 PM IST
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Kangana Ranaut conducts a roadshow in Mandi, HP

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Kangana Ranaut conducts a roadshow in Mandi, HP

Campaigning for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut conducted a roadshow in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. "You can see the large gathering here. A lot of people have come here. They are all proud that the daughter of Mandi, the nationalist voice from Mandi will represent the constituency in this election...Development is the main issue for BJP...The people of Mandi will show what is in their heart.", she said while campaigning.... [Read More]

29 March,2024 04:01 PM IST
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