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With FLiRT variants on the rise, precautions advised for safe voting on May 20... [Read More]
18 May,2024 06:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar MenonDespite extensive efforts by authorities, Maval’s electorate turnout remained well below anticipated figures as of 5 pm... [Read More]
14 May,2024 07:23 AM IST | Maval | Vinod Kumar MenonMeanwhile, official tells mid-day govt wants to achieve zero transmission of leprosy by 2027... [Read More]
14 May,2024 07:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar Menon10 people were injured after shed at a petrol pump in Ghatkopar collapsed... [Read More]
13 May,2024 05:48 PM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar MenonThe fishermen are raising their voices in protest against years of neglect, opting to boycott elections until their demands are met... [Read More]
13 May,2024 07:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar MenonExplore Midday`s top stories from the arrival of the world`s number 1 restaurant in Mumbai, rare autoimmune health conditions affecting women, Mumbai`s doodle artists and Google guide stars to recreating iconic Indian politician looks, and Vantara`s recent adventures... [Read More]
18 May,2024 01:10 PM ISTForget awards shows, forget the red carpet, there`s a hotter competition brewing in Bollywood: the secret chef showdown! Who knew these A-listers weren`t just masters of the screen but also culinary geniuses? Take a peek in their kitchens and discover which Bollywood celebrities moonlight as amazing chefs!... [Read More]
16 May,2024 10:04 PM ISTThe last rites of Sushil Kumar Modi, a senior BJP leader and former deputy chief minister of Bihar, was conducted in Patna on Tuesday evening, marking the end of a significant chapter in Bihar`s political landscape. Pics/ Agencies... [Read More]
14 May,2024 08:13 PM IST | PatnaThe central election office of Mahavikas Aghadi candidate Bhushan Patil in Mumbai North Lok Sabha Constituency was inaugurated by notable figures including Chief Guest Ramesh Chennithala, Sanjay Raut, Aslam Sheikh, Vinod Ghosalkar, and Vilas Potnis at Borivali (West), Mumbai. Pics/ Anurag Ahire... [Read More]
07 May,2024 09:23 PM 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]
01 May,2024 08:14 PM ISTSunita Kejriwal leads a big march in New Delhi to campaign for AAP`s Kuldeep Kumar in the East Delhi area for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls... [Read More]
27 April,2024 10:09 PM ISTArti Singh-Dipak Chauhan wedding: The Bigg Boss 13 contestant tied the knot recently. She has been sharing official pictures from her photoshoot on her Instagram feed... [Read More]
27 April,2024 08:54 PM ISTVoter turnout of 60.96 per cent was recorded till 7 pm in phase two of the Lok Sabha elections held on Friday across 88 constituencies spread in 13 states, the Election Commission said. Pics/PTI... [Read More]
26 April,2024 10:09 PM ISTActors Janhvi Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao are gearing up for the release of their film `Mr and Mrs Mahi`. Directed by Sharan Sharma, the film is based around cricket. At a recent event for the film, Janhvi spoke about the film`s connection with MS Dhoni and also recalled a recent meeting with the cricketer... [Read More]
16 May,2024 02:47 PM ISTJanhvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao attended the song launch of their upcoming sports drama `Mr & Mrs Mahi.` During the song launch event, Rajkummar Rao shared that the movie is a fictional tale. Janhvi shed light on the kind of partner she wants, heaping praise on her co-star Raj. `Mr & Mrs Mahi` will be released in theatres on May 31st. Watch the entire video to know more.... [Read More]
15 May,2024 07:31 PM IST | MumbaiIn an exclusive interaction on Sit With Hitlist with Mayank Shekhar, Katrina Kaif recalled shooting Prakash Jha’s Raajneeti (2010). She said, “There was this sequence in Bhopal, where my character’s husband dies, and I take centre stage. I look before me. There are 2,000-3,000 people, for as long as your eyes can see. I’m supposed to give a speech in front of them, like a politician, and with the film’s entire cast [on the podium]. My hands were trembling. I remember Nana [Patekar] Sir telling me, it’s going to be fine; just go ahead and do it. And it was fine!” Watch the video for more.... [Read More]
14 May,2024 07:38 PM IST | MumbaiFormer Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi passed away on May 13. The 72-year-old senior BJP leader passed away at AIIMS Hospital in Delhi. He was battling cancer for the last seven months. He was suffering from urinary bladder cancer metastasis. Modi was at the last stage of cancer. He announced his treatment last month and did not participate in the Lok Sabha Election Campaign. Sushil Kumar Modi who was born on 5th January 1952 was a lifelong member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). His mortal remains will be brought to his residence in Patna and his last rites will be performed on 14th May. PM Modi expressed grief for the loss of his valuable colleague and friend through a post on X. Home Minister Amit Shah also condoled the demise of the BJP leader through a post on X. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also grieved the loss of Sushil Kumar Modi. BJP leader JP Nadda also extended his condolences.... [Read More]
14 May,2024 10:58 AM ISTAddressing a public meeting in Jharkhand’s Chatra PM Modi on May 11 rained fire on Congress over Nana Patole’s remark on Ram Mandir after President Droupadi Murmu visits the grand temple. He said that Congress has mentality of 17th, 18th century. He questioned the mentality of Congress Party. Addressing the audience he said that "it`s because of the people and their vote that Droupadi Murmu today is the President of India and for all the Indians it`s a proud fact that Murmu is our President". "But it has been difficult for Congress to digest that an Adivasi daughter became the President of India", he added. Watch video for more.... [Read More]
12 May,2024 11:30 AM ISTAkshay Kumar during an exclusive interaction on Sit With Hitlist revealed that he is very good with his finances. “I`m very good with money. My father was an accountant. I can calculate money very fast.” When asked if money interests him, he said, “No. To a certain extent, yes. Earlier I used to work in films for money. But, now I don`t - I want to make films, which make a difference to society. That`s why you`ll see my choices of films have changed. Yes, when I entered the industry, it was a pure and simple thing - paisa kamao, ghar jaao [earn and leave] - I just wanted Rs 10 crore in my bank.” Watch the video for more.... [Read More]
02 May,2024 07:16 PM ISTBollywood actors Rajkummar Rao and Alaya F joined ace cricketer Zaheer Khan for a match with visually impaired players. The game was a part of promotions for the upcoming film ‘Srikanth’. In the movie, Rajkummar portrays the life of Srikanth Bolla. He is an Indian entrepreneur who founded Bollant Industries, employing unskilled and differently-abled individuals. Born visually impaired in 1992 near Hyderabad, his life story is inspiring. Watch the video for more.... [Read More]
02 May,2024 07:13 PM ISTReacting to ‘obscene videos’ case involving JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, former Karnataka CM and JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy said that the severe3 action will be taken against the accused. Addressing mediapersons, he said, “We are not going to protect him, we will take severe action but the government`s responsibility is more. Not only as an uncle but as a common man of the country we have to move further. This is a shameful issue. I am not protecting any person. We have fought against these kinds of illegal things. This is a serious issue. Who is running the government, they have to expose the real picture and the ground reality has to be exposed by the govt and not me.”... [Read More]
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