Sarasvati T is a multimedia journalist. Her beats of interest are education, issues of social justice and internet freedom.
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 TWhile 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`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 TThe 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 TBinge eating greasy sweets and foods, exposure to polluted air and wearing makeup during Diwali can lead to skin problems after the festive season. Expert dermatologists share tips on effective skincare methods post festival... [Read More]
27 October,2022 12:49 PM IST | Mumbai | Sarasvati TPrabhas, who is gearing up for his upcoming mythological drama `Adipurush`, paid a special visit to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams on Tuesday along with the team to seek blessings of Lord Venkateswara ahead of the event in Tirupati (All Photos/Twitter)... [Read More]
06 June,2023 02:27 PM ISTOn Tuesday, the Congress party on lashed out at the government over the Railways seeking a CBI probe into the Odisha triple train crash, and termed the move as headlines management, news agency PTI.... [Read More]
06 June,2023 12:27 PM ISTLong before Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw showcased the Kavach system by standing in a speeding loco while another one hurtled towards him in March, B Rajaram, the then-managing director of Konkan Railway, live-tested the Anti-Collision Device (ACD), by remaining in the path of a speeding train in 2002. The latter has said the ACD could have averted the Odisha tragedy.... [Read More]
06 June,2023 12:01 PM ISTThe late Sunil Dutt made major contribution to the Hindi film industry during the 1950s and 60s in the capacity of an actor, director and producer. Apart from a rich film and political career, Dutt was also a complete family man. Today, on his birth anniversary, we revisit some of his pictures with his son and superstar Sanjay Dutt (All Photos/ Sanjay Dutt`s Instagram handle)... [Read More]
06 June,2023 11:49 AM ISTSP Singla Constructions, which was constructing the now-collapsed bridge in Bihar, is currently building three bridges as part of the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR). While a Congress leader has demanded the contractor’s removal, the BMC is confident that there won’t be any error because civic officials are constantly monitoring the work. Reports Prajakta Kasale (Photo/Representative images and PTI)... [Read More]
06 June,2023 11:09 AM ISTSuriname on Monday conferred its highest civilian honour to President Droupadi Murmu- The Grand Order of the Chain of Yellow Star, the first Indian to receive this award. Murmu received the award from the President of the Republic of Suriname, Chandrikapersad Santokhi See pics (Photo: PTI, Twitter)... [Read More]
06 June,2023 09:56 AM ISTThe Men in Blue will return to international cricket after a break of nearly three months and kickstart the 2023-24 season with the high-profile ICC World Test Championship (WTC) against Australia from June 7 to 11. It is noteworthy that Team India hasn`t won an ICC trophy since ten years and will be keen to end its medal jinx. Most Indian players, except for the ones who featured in the final of IPL 2023, are already in England at the moment ramping up preparations for the one-off match against the Pat Cummins-led side, which finished at the top of the WTC 2021–23 cycle. (Pic: AFP/Getty Images)... [Read More]
05 June,2023 11:21 PM ISTAmitabh Bachchan remembers `gentle, caring` on-screen mother Sulochana Latkar, Raj Thackeray pays last respects. Gufi Paintal of Mahabharat fame passes away at 79. Allu Arjun posts a photo watering a plant on World Environment Day, says "Let’s all of us do our small bit". Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan-starrer `Zara Hatke Zara Bachke` sees 37.5 per cent growth on Sunday. BTS` Jungkook opens up on his famous fight with his bandmate Jimin.... [Read More]
05 June,2023 09:07 PM ISTPrince Narula, winner of several reality shows, talks about the upcoming season of `Roadies`. According to him, Roadies has been the game changer of his life and he can never say no to the reality show. He talks about working with actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood, who is hosting this season. Prince also said he and his wife Yuvika Chaudhary are finally planning for a baby! Watch the full video to find out more! #princenarula #roadies #entertainment #yuvikachaudhary #sonusood ... [Read More]
06 June,2023 01:07 PM ISTPresident Murmu visited Presidential Palace in Paramaribo, Suriname on June 05. She received a warm welcome from the Suriname President Chandrikapersad Santokhi. India and Suriname exchanged four MoUs in various fields including health and agriculture. Special covers of stamps to mark 150 years of arrival of Indians in Suriname were presented to President Murmu. Prez Murmu symbolically presented a box of medicines to Prez Santokhi as a token of India’s donation of emergency medicines to Suriname. ... [Read More]
06 June,2023 01:05 PM IST | MumbaiSakshi Malik on Monday denied withdrawing from the ongoing wrestlers` protest against -WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. She has joined back her position in the Northern Railway. The development comes two days after the wrestlers met Home Minister Amit Shah at his residence. The meeting was held late on Saturday as the wrestlers raised their demand for WFI chief Brij Bhushan’s arrest. Satyawrat Kadian, the husband Sakshi Malik, said the wrestlers’ meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah held on Saturday was inconclusive. Bajrang Punia, another wrestler protesting in solidarity with Sakshi Malik, who has also reportedly resumed his Railway duty, also tweeted about this. ... [Read More]
06 June,2023 11:44 AM IST | MumbaiVenkatesan, a jawan with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), was the first to alert officials about the train accident involving three trains in Odisha’s Balasore. He was a passenger on the B7 coach of the ill-fated Shalimar-Chennai Coromandel Express, travelling to Chennai on leave. He played a crucial role in alerting emergency services about the train accident, which helped in reducing the extent of the accident. As soon as the accident occurred, he alerted his senior official and started rescuing fellow passengers as an experienced NDRF personnel. Venkatesan narrated the moment of the accident and how he helped his fellow passengers who were trapped in the coach. ... [Read More]
06 June,2023 11:41 AM IST | MumbaiHindi film stars being influential figures, create a positive impact and raise awareness about environmental issues. Through campaigns, initiatives, and advocacy, B-town celebs are promoting eco-friendly practices and encourage people to take action. From Captain planet of bollywood Jackie Shroff, to Priyanka Chopra, superstar Amitabh Bachchan, Alia Bhatt, Ajay Devgn and Bhumi Pednekar, all contribute towards mother earth. Watch the full video to find out what these stars actually do towards taking a green initiative.... [Read More]
05 June,2023 05:25 PM ISTVeteran actor and one of Bollywood`s favourite `moms`, Sulochana Latkar has died. She was 94. Sulochana was known for her work in more than 200 Hindi films and many Marathi titles as well. She was a recipient of the civilian honour of Padma Shri. CM Eknath Shinde & Raj Thackeray paid tribute to the late actor Sulochana Latkar in Mumbai. Sulochana essayed the mothers`s role of almost all the leading actors like Manoj Kumar, Dev Anand and Mehmood. Watch the full video for more... [Read More]
05 June,2023 05:19 PM ISTUnder construction Aguwani-Sultanganj bridge in Bihar’s Bhagalpur collapsed in the Ganga river on June 04. The moment when the bridge collapsed was caught on video by locals Moreover, in 2022, a large portion of the bridge collapsed due to a heavy storm. Further details awaited. Since May 2, 2015, the inauguration of this bridge, which is being built at a cost of 1710 crores, has failed 7 deadlines so far.... [Read More]
05 June,2023 11:38 AM IST | BiharThe Railway Board today in a press conference divulged details about the catastrophic triple train accident in Odisha`s Balasore on Friday night. In the conference, Jaya Varma Sinha, Member of Operation and Business Development, Railway Board recounted her conversations with the staff members of the Coromandel and Yeshwanthpur Express trains. The triple-train accident involved Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express, the Coromandel Express and a goods train. Notably, 17 coaches of the two passenger trains were derailed in the horrifying accident. ... [Read More]
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