He writes on Food and Drinks, Music and Nightlife. Twitter: @Shunashir
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 SenSecurity personnel in Chhattisgarh successfully neutralised 29 Naxalites, including senior cadres, in the largest encounter ever recorded in the state with three security personnel sustaining injuries. Pics/ PTI... [Read More]
17 April,2024 11:49 AM ISTIn a veiled attack on the BJP-led central government, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday said his party`s `flaming torch` election symbol will reduce to ashes the autocratic regime in the country. Pics/Ashish Raje... [Read More]
16 April,2024 03:09 PM ISTSenior BJP leader and Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday heaped praises on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and spoke about his dedication to India`s development during a press conference. Pics/ Sameer Sayyed Abedi... [Read More]
15 April,2024 04:20 PM IST | MumbaiMandira Bedi, an incredible actor and television presenter, owns a lavish home in Mumbai`s Madh Island area that is available on Airbnb. (Pics/Airbnb, Instagram)... [Read More]
15 April,2024 04:10 PM ISTAddressing a Lok Sabha election rally in Tamil Nadu, BJP leader and union minister Amit Shah said that DMK has hurt people`s sentiments by insulting remarks on Sanatan Dharma. Pics/BJP... [Read More]
13 April,2024 06:00 PM ISTMaharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray on Tuesday addressed his annual Gudi Padwa rally in Shivaji Park where he declared his unconditional support to the Mahayuti- the grand alliance of BJP, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar-led NCP in Maharashtra ahead of Lok Sabha 2024 elections. Pics/Sameer Markande and Ashish Rane... [Read More]
09 April,2024 10:27 PM ISTMaharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis celebrated the festival of Gudi Padwa in a traditional way on Tuesday. Pics/ X @EknathShinde and X @DevendraFadnavis ... [Read More]
09 April,2024 04:19 PM ISTThe Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) leaders including Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar and Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole on Tuesday conducted a press meet for announcing its seat-sharing formula for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections 2024. The Shiv Sena (UBT) getting the major chunk of 21 seats, while the Congress will contest 17 seats and the NCP (SP) 10. Pics/Sameer Abedi... [Read More]
09 April,2024 03:28 PM ISTUnion Home Minister Amit Shah while addressing a public rally in J&K’s Paloura highlighted the change in ‘Naya Kashmir’ and said that today, nobody has the guts to raise slogans for Pakistan. Amit Shah said, "Nobody has the guts to raise slogans for Pakistan. Slogans of `Bharat Mata K Jai` can only be heard. PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti had said that if Article 370 is removed then nobody will be left to give a shoulder to the tricolour. She needs to understand that this tricolour is immortal and will always stay. Article 370 was scrapped and the tricolour still flies with pride and glory." Watch video for more. ... [Read More]
16 April,2024 03:54 PM ISTRanveer Singh and Kriti Sanon embarked on a spiritual journey to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, offering prayers and soaking in the serene ambience. The duo later enjoyed a tranquil boat ride along the picturesque ghats of Varanasi. Ranveer donned a sophisticated all-white kurta pyjama ensemble, while Kriti radiated elegance in a mustard salwar suit. Their visit drew hundreds of fans outside the temple, eager to catch a glimpse of their beloved stars. Ranveer expressed his profound emotions, stating his lifelong devotion to Lord Shiva and the unique experience of visiting Kashi for the first time. Kriti Sanon highlighted the remarkable development initiatives undertaken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kashi over the past decade, emphasizing the seamless blend of modernity with traditional Indian culture. Both actors commended PM Modi’s ‘Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi’ campaign, which advocates for the preservation of heritage alongside progressive development.... [Read More]
15 April,2024 07:35 PM ISTIn this exclusive interview with Midday, Shiv Sena’s Rajya Sabha elect from Maharashtra, Milind Deora shared his ambitious vision for the transformation of India`s financial capital - Mumbai, into a bustling hub of innovation, opportunity, and sustainable growth. Drawing inspiration from the successes of Dubai and Singapore, he envisions a Mumbai characterized by cutting-edge technology, seamless connectivity, and vibrant urban spaces. Join the conversation as Milins Deora shares his vision for a better Mumbai.... [Read More]
15 April,2024 07:25 PM ISTRanveer Singh and Kriti Sanon embarked on a spiritual journey to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, offering prayers and soaking in the serene ambience. The duo later enjoyed a tranquil boat ride along the picturesque ghats of Varanasi. Ranveer donned a sophisticated all-white kurta pyjama ensemble, while Kriti radiated elegance in a mustard salwar suit. Their visit drew hundreds of fans outside the temple, eager to catch a glimpse of their beloved stars. Ranveer expressed his profound emotions, stating his lifelong devotion to Lord Shiva and the unique experience of visiting Kashi for the first time. Kriti Sanon highlighted the remarkable development initiatives undertaken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kashi over the past decade, emphasizing the seamless blend of modernity with traditional Indian culture. Both actors commended PM Modi’s ‘Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi’ campaign, which advocates for the preservation of heritage alongside progressive development.... [Read More]
15 April,2024 01:44 PM IST | MumbaiArticle 370 has taken centre stage in the campaigning for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Recently, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge remarked on the scrapping of Article 370 which accorded special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu & Kashmir. The Congress President in Rajasthan questioned the relevance of Article 370. However, Ex-Congressman Milind Deora in this exclusive interview with Mid-day, revealed how Article 370 is an ‘age-old Congress issue’ and the founding fathers of the Congress party had the same stance on Article 370 that BJP has now. Watch Milind Deora`s explosive statement on the Article 370 controversy in this interview. ... [Read More]
10 April,2024 05:00 PM ISTAhead of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, the Congress party saw some high-profile exits in recent months and one of the biggest setbacks came from Ex-Congress loyalist Milind Deora. One of the youngest members of the 15th Lok Sabha, with notable achievements as a former Union Minister, who was always seen as the credible Congress face from South Mumbai, resigned from Congress in January 2024, ending his 55-year-old relationship with the Congress party that he inherited from his father - veteran politician Murli Deora. What led Milind Deora to quit the Congress party and join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena? How does the Congress party undermine its legacy? From spilling beans on CAA to getting candid about this favorite places to dine and relax, watch Milind Deora’s exclusive Straight Talk with Katyayani Kapoor.... [Read More]
09 April,2024 12:12 PM ISTHM Amit Shah pounced on Mallikarjun Kharge’s slip of tongue and slammed him for his mistake. On April 06, Kharge was addressing a public rally in Jaipur when he mistakenly said that PM Modi claims credit for abolishing Article 371. Home Minister Amit Shah was quick to react over Kharge’s mistake and termed it a “horrendous mistake”. Responding to Shah’s tweet, Congress’ Jairam Ramesh clarified Kharge’s words. He also wrote that Mallikarjun Kharge inadvertently exposed “Modi-Shah gameplan on Article 371”. Watch videp for more. ... [Read More]
07 April,2024 02:53 PM ISTCongress leader Sanjay Nirupam was expelled from the party on April 04. Addressing a press conference in Mumbai, Sanjay Nirupam lashed out at Congress leadership and said, “I made an announcement yesterday and sent my resignation to Mallikarjun Kharge at around 10:40. I think right after they made this decision (to expel me from the party)...Congress party is a completely scattered party and the leaders of the party have also said that its ideology is directionless."Further, he said, "Earlier there used to be one power centre in the Congress party... but now there are five power centres in the Congress party and all five have their own lobbies which keep clashing with each other...In these five centres, first is Sonia Gandhi, second is Rahul Gandhi, third is Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, fourth is Mallikarjun Kharge and last is Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal ji... all of them are doing politics in their own way..."... [Read More]
04 April,2024 04:25 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
