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How this mother-daughter duo is reviving Banarasi handloom in Mumbai

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How this mother-daughter duo is reviving Banarasi handloom in Mumbai

While enjoying the bliss of motherhood, young Sagrika was haunted by the memories of her native town Kashi, in Uttar Pradesh. In a conversation with Midday, she takes us back to 1997 when her daughter Gaurika's birth led to the genesis of the Banarasi textile heritage in Mumbai

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators protest outside the Met Gala

The Met Gala, which attracts celebrities, fashion designers and mass media attention, is a yearly mammoth fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute

07 May,2024 02:06 PM IST | Mumbai | AFP

Meet this 15-year-old Mumbai sailor who is making India proud around the world

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After winning silver and bronze in New Zealand and Italy in April, the Bandra-based Mumbaikar is gearing up for Hungary later this month. Speaking to mid-day.com, Chandavarkar dwells on her sailing journey of five years amid the Covid-19 pandemic, but not without her coach chiming in about the need for better infrastructure in Mumbai

06 May,2024 04:51 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

Over 80k tech employees fired in first four months this year across 279 firms

More than 80,000 employees in the technology sector have lost jobs in the first four months this year, and layoffs continue to haunt the overall startup ecosystem globally

04 May,2024 01:50 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS

Here’s a weekly roundup of Mid-Day.com’s top feature stories

From Gaylord's return to the science behind a popcorn brain, tributes to Mumbai's unsung heroes, and the hunt for mouthwatering aamras puris—here are the top 10 Mumbai features spanning food, health other buzzworthy stories from the Maximum City

04 May,2024 01:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Will show the world what this 'rasoyi wali’ can do, says BJP’s newest candidate

When the BJP announced its candidate for the prestigious Davanagere Lok Sabha seat, political greenhorn Gayithri Siddeshwara, wife of four-time MP GM Siddeshwara, the Opposition Congress quickly brushed her candidature aside

03 May,2024 05:18 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS

Indie Ingenuity: How DIY music creators thrive beyond record labels

With the advent of online streaming platforms, India is witnessing a surge in ‘indie’ musicians who push boundaries to challenge the traditional stronghold of major record labels. Here’s how

03 May,2024 01:28 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi

What women in Indian hip-hop owe to rap music

With hip-hop celebrating its silver jubilee in 2023, female rappers in Indian hip-hop – Dee MC, Irfana and Krantinaari pay homage to a culture whose origins lay in resistance and rebel

03 May,2024 01:02 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi

On Satyajit Ray’s birth anniversary, a glimpse of some of his must-read books

While the world remembers him as a master storyteller for his films, Ray also wrote many enthralling books — both in English and Bengali

02 May,2024 10:21 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Harry Potter Day: Fans on their enduring love for the fantastical world of Harry

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The world and characters of Harry Potter have captured the imagination of millions of Potterheads across the globe. On Harry Potter Day, fans tell us about their favourite characters, and why they love the magical world of Harry Potter

02 May,2024 09:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal

Looking for Mumbai's biggest Harry Potter fan

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As the world celebrates Harry Potter on May 2, one of the many days to show their love for the fictional character created by British author JK Rowling, Mumbaikars tell us about their love for the character. In the process, have we found one of the biggest fans of Harry Potter in Mumbai?

01 May,2024 10:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

Is your child hooked to screens? Check this digital detox summer camp in Bandra

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The theme for this year’s summer getaway is ‘campsite,’ harmonising the verdant canopy of mango, hibiscus, banana, coconut and more trees, nestled in the heart of this 158-year-old Bandra bungalow

01 May,2024 09:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
Looking for Mumbai's biggest Harry Potter fan

Looking for Mumbai's biggest Harry Potter fan

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As the world celebrates Harry Potter on May 2, one of the many days to show their love for the fictional character created by British author JK Rowling, Mumbaikars tell us about their love for the character. In the process, have we found one of the biggest fans of Harry Potter in Mumbai?

01 May,2024 10:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
Is your child hooked to screens? Check this digital detox summer camp in Bandra

Is your child hooked to screens? Check this digital detox summer camp in Bandra

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The theme for this year’s summer getaway is ‘campsite,’ harmonising the verdant canopy of mango, hibiscus, banana, coconut and more trees, nestled in the heart of this 158-year-old Bandra bungalow

01 May,2024 09:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
'I want to be that guy who will change hip-hop in India forever'

'I want to be that guy who will change hip-hop in India forever'

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Mumbai-based rapper Naved Shaikh, popularly known as Naezy, is back after two years with his new EP 'Anti Fitnah'. In an interview with mid-day.com, the 'Mere Gully Mein' fame rapper talks about his new music, his intent to change the hip-hop music industry, and beating the odds to create music that everybody will love

28 April,2024 10:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
Why this Mumbaikar turned into a human indicator at Dadar station

Why this Mumbaikar turned into a human indicator at Dadar station

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Mumbai’s Dadar Railway Station is a dramatic spot for local trains. With no indicator at the city’s busiest railway station – this Mumbai local sheds two hours every morning to establish order and help lost commuters

28 April,2024 08:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
Interview: Berlinale award-winner ‘The Last Swim’ director Sasha Nathwani

Interview: Berlinale award-winner ‘The Last Swim’ director Sasha Nathwani

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As ‘The Last Swim’ was showcased earlier this month at the inaugural Red Lorry Film Festival, mid-day.com spoke to Indian-Iranian director Sasha Nathwani, whose film ‘The Last Swim’ won the Crystal Bear at the Berlinale 2024. Nathwani dwells on the film’s premise, his Iranian identity, culture and music, and why he is excited about his next project

27 April,2024 10:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

IN PHOTOS: Starting at Rs 50, Vile Parle’s The Book Shop boasts 50,000+ books

From classics, fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, comic, spiritual and religious books to self-help and finance books, you can get yourself any book you wish to read at this bookshop 

22 April,2024 05:40 PM IST | Aakanksha Ahire
'Having lived in Denmark, it is new to be among people who look like me'

'Having lived in Denmark, it is new to be among people who look like me'

On her fourth visit to Mumbai, mid-day.com spoke to Badstue about her joint performance at the NCPA with the Danish orchestra and the Symphony of India Chamber Orchestra. She also delved into her choice of pieces, her Indian roots and why she marvels at Mumbai every time she is here

26 April,2024 04:55 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

KASHISH Pride Film Festival 2024 to take place from May 15 - 19 in Mumbai

KASHISH Pride Film Festival 2024 to take place from May 15 - 19 in Mumbai

The annual festival will take place with over 130 films from more than 40 countries and will feature a diverse array of activities, including red-carpet events, panel discussions, interactive Q&A sessions, and live performances by LGBTQIA+ community members and allies

25 April,2024 10:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Big B on being honoured with Mangeshkar Award: ‘Abhaar aur mera param saubhagya’

Big B on being honoured with Mangeshkar Award: ‘Abhaar aur mera param saubhagya’

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was feted with the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award for his remarkable contributions to the field of cinema, has expressed his gratitude for the honour

25 April,2024 02:43 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS

7 per cent job surge for fresh graduates in India's manufacturing sector: Report

7 per cent job surge for fresh graduates in India's manufacturing sector: Report

According to learning and employability solutions provider TeamLease EdTech, this surge coincides with boosted capital investments and increased merger and acquisition activities within the automobile, electronics, and textile domains

24 April,2024 07:47 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS

Maharashtra Day 2024: Watch Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s trusted Mardaani Khel

    Maharashtra Day 2024: Watch Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s trusted Mardaani Khel

    From the spectacular kicking movements of Kung-Fu to the timeless techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Martial Arts across different regions in the World have been a significant cultural imprint of that region. Even in the region of Maharastra, different Martial arts were popularised and developed based on the cultural and social significance needed during that particular time frame of warfare one of the most significant being Mardaani Khel. 'Mardaani Khel', translating to 'the game of warriors', got heavily popularised during the era of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and its tactics are known to be used extensively by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj himself. On the occasion of Maharashtra Day 2024, we delve into the moves and the history of Maharastra’s real martial art - Mardaani Khel. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious observer, get ready to be mesmerized by Maharashtra’s real martial art.

    30 April,2024 07:00 PM IST
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