This Mother’s Day 2024, experience an emotional roller-coaster journey of getting a Maternity photoshoot as we take you behind the scenes of an exclusive Maternity Photoshoot with a Celebrity Maternity/Newborn photographer Barkha Agarwal. In this behind-the-scenes journey, witness the dedication and creativity of Barkha’s talented team as they bring to life the cherished moments of pregnancy. From selecting the perfect dress to crafting ethereal setups, every detail is meticulously planned to ensure an unforgettable experience for the expecting mother. Join us as we go beyond the lens and delve into the emotions, stories, and sheer joy that make maternity photography an art form like no other.
17 April,2025 06:24 PM IST
Summer calls for seasonal food across communities in India. While raw and sweet mangoes dominate most dishes, we look at summer sides from other part of the country. Crescy Baptista shares a recipe of the vegetarian version of the Goan sorpotel. Cashew sorpotel is the vegetarian version of the original dish which uses pork offal. Goans would much rather use cashew apples to make urrack than sorpotelServes 4-5 Ingredients: Raw cashew fruit 400 gms, spices for the masala paste: 1 tsp Whole peppercorns, 1 tsp cumin, 5 1’’ cinnamon, 1 tsp cloves, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 inch piece of ginger, small ball of tamarind, 10 Kashmiri dried chillies, 3 chopped onions, 2 chopped tomatoes, 90 ml Goan coconut toddy vinegar, sea salt to tasteMethod:Cut the cashew fruit in cubes, apply salt and allow to rest for 15 min. Then drain the water by squeezing the fruit.Grind all the spices mentioned above with 50 ml vinegar and some water to a paste.Saute chopped onions. Add the chopped tomatoes and diced cashew fruit. Stir fry a bit. Add the masala. Continue to stir for even mixing. Add some water to have a little gravy that will allow the cashew to cook. Adjust taste by adding vinegar. Allow to cook for about 15 min.Serve with steamed rice or poiee.
07 April,2025 03:14 PM IST | Mumbai
Holi 2024 is here and this made us explore one of the biggest Holi markets in Mumbai. Step into the vibrant world of Holi celebrations with us as we delve into the heart of the biggest Holi market at Masjid Bunder that boasts of unique Pichkaris and Holi colours at dearth cheap prices. Not only this. Join us on a colourful journey filled with the aroma of freshly made gujiyas and the refreshing taste of traditional Thandai - one of the best in Mumbai. From vibrant powders to decorative water guns, and juicy Gujiyas to refreshing Thandai, here is how you can shop the best in Mumbai for Holi. For unique and best Holi shopping in Mumbai, watch the video to know more.
04 March,2025 06:39 PM IST
Holi 2024 is just a few days away and we all are going to be a part of Holi celebrations in the new age way. In the times of Holi techno parties and Whatsapp Holi wishes, Holi celebrations have come a long way from what they used to be. While the essence of Holi as a joyous celebration of spring, love, and the triumph of good over evil remains unchanged, its expression and observance have adapted to contemporary contexts and influences and the contrast can be seen not only on How we play Holi now but also the way we enjoy the traditional Holi food and connect with our loved ones on Holi. This video gives a fun sneak peek into how Holi celebrations have changed over the years.
04 March,2025 06:39 PM IST
The festival of Holi 2024 is witnessing the preparation of a lot of delicious dishes and Puran Poli is one of them. Made of simple ingredients, this sweet and aromatic Maharashtrian recipe is extremely popular, especially during the Holi festival. Join us as we guide you through each step, from preparing the flavorful filling of lentils and jaggery to crafting the perfect dough. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, easy-to-follow instructions by Chef Jigna Thanvi will ensure your Puran Poli turns out soft, flavorful, and utterly irresistible. Don't miss out on making your Holi celebration even more special with this delightful recipe!
04 March,2025 06:39 PM IST
The biggest Dahi Handi championship - Pro Govinda 2024 event took place in Mumbai on 18th August which saw the clash of the best Dahi-Handi champion teams. In the Semi-final event, the fight was between four teams - Kolhapur Kings (Balveer Govinda), vs Latur Legends (Yash Govinda) And Satara Singhams Jai Jawaan Govinda vs Alibaug Knights (Shree Aagreshwar Govinda). Satara Singhams Jai Jawaan Govinda. The winning trophy given by Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde went to Satara Singhams - i.e Jai Jawaan Govinda along with a prize of 25 lakh Rupees. Here are the top highlights from the thrilling Pro Govinda event along with the winning moments.
19 September,2024 03:17 PM IST
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.
12 September,2024 02:59 PM IST
Did you know, that the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Colaba is even older than the Gateway of India? Have you ever wondered, why is the Elephanta Caves called so? This World Heritage Day 2024, get ready to explore Mumbai’s heritage like never before. The Colaba area of Mumbai holds a treasure of history with remarkable monuments and structures that narrate the tale of Mumbai’s glorious past. Among them, Mumbai’s Gateway of India and the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel stand as majestic landmarks bridging Mumbai’s modern present to its hair-raising history. In this series of Mid-day Xplore, Mid-day's journalist Katyayani Kapoor explores Gateway of India and Taj Mahal Palace Hotel with the founder of Mumbai Heritage Tours - Pranav Damle who gives a peek into the untold and rare history of South Mumbai's remarkable heritage honouring the heritage of Mumbai this World Heritage Day.
12 September,2024 02:59 PM IST
The 11-day Ganeshotsav celebrations kicked off in the state of Maharashtra. This is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in the state. Devotees were seen taking Ganpati idols home with huge enthusiasm. The area of Lalbaug in Mumbai is seeing an influx of devotees visiting to catch the glimpse of Ganpati Bappa in the famed pandals of the area. The area is lined up with famous Ganpati pandals like Lalbaugcha Raja, Mumbaicha Raja and Chinchpokli Chintamani. Uddhav Thackerey attended the first aarti of Lalbaugcha Raja with his family. Bollywood actor Kartik Aryan was also seen visiting the pandal and worshipping Lalbaugcha Raja in the morning hours. Security is tight and robust arrangements have been done to manage the sea of crowds that gather in the Lalbaug area during the 11-day festival. Catch the glimpses of Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 celebrations here.
07 September,2024 05:18 PM IST
On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi 2024, devotees flocked Lalbaugcha Raja Pandal in hige numbers to catch a glimpse of their beloved Ganpati Bappa. The first Aarti of Lalbaugcha Raja was conducted at 1 pm. Uddhav Thackeray was seen participating in the aarti session. Watch the aarti of Lalbaugcha Raja.
07 September,2024 03:20 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
