India’s festival celebrating the bond of brother-sister love Raksha Bandhan 2024 is being celebrated in India today with a lot of fervour. Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created sand art at Puri Beach to mark the occasion. Just like each year, in the Uri sector of Jammu & Kashmir, locals tied Rakhi and offered sweets to the Army personnel in Soni village along the LoC. BJP women workers and women from social organisations tied Rakhi to Tripura CM Manik Saha in Agartala. On the other hand in in Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat- Women tied 'Rakhi' to Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel.
07 May,2025 11:28 AM IST
Widely known for her role as Kumkum, Juhi Parmar is one of the most loved actresses in the television industry. Juhi is an actress, a daughter, and a star, but most importantly, she is the mother of her 11-year-old daughter Samaira. As Mother’s Day is approaching, Juhi, in an exclusive chat with midday.com, sat and discussed several things about her motherhood journey, from being a single parent to change in opportunities after becoming a mom and much more.
17 April,2025 06:25 PM IST
Mahhi Vij has always been open about her life decisions. The actress, who loves her foster kids Rajveer and Khushi as much as she loves Tara, has faced several judgments on her parenting. For her, life has not been easy. In a Mother's Day special interview with midday.com, Mahhi talked about her IVF journey, dealing with trolls, dividing responsibilities with Jay, and much more. Watch the video to know more.
17 April,2025 06:25 PM IST | Mumbai
Known for her outspoken and bold stance on issues, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi has always been seen as a prominent figure in Indian politics. But behind the role of a politician, lies the complexities of balancing a demanding career along with motherhood. In this compelling and intimate interview, join us as politician Priyanka Chaturvedi shares her deeply personal journey of sacrificing motherhood for her passion for politics. From missing simple moments of spending time with her kids to not being able to be with them when they needed her the most, this Mother’s Day 2024 take a peek into the life of an Indian politician mom.
17 April,2025 03:22 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
Devotees flocked to Mumbai’s iconic Lalbaugcha Raja to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with fervent devotion. The festival, which began on September 7 this year, marks the fourth day of the Hindu lunisolar calendar month 'Bhadrapada' and is observed over ten days, concluding with 'Anantha Chaturdashi'. The highlight of this year’s celebrations was the unveiling of the first look of the revered Lalbaugcha Raja idol, which drew immense crowds eager to witness and offer their prayers to the majestic deity. Ganesh Chaturthi, a festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha, is a time of vibrant festivities, elaborate decorations, and heartfelt prayers, reflecting the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of Mumbai. The Lalbaugcha Raja, renowned for its grand decorations and significant cultural impact, continues to be a central figure in the city’s celebrations, symbolizing the essence of devotion and community spirit.
19 September,2024 03:11 PM IST
The vibrant and joyous festival of Gudi Padwa was celebrated by Hoisting the traditional Gudi and prayer to it on the New year for the Hindus on Gudi Padwa in Mumbai on 9th of April. People were seen participating in the Shobha Rally. Women were seen dressed in traditional attire and participated in the Rally to mark the Marathi New Year Gudi Padwa. They danced their hearts out on the beats of dhol and nagadas. The festival was celebrated with full vigor and enthusiasm. Gudi Padwa ocassion signals yeh onset of the warmer days and the spring season. This year Gudi Padwa has coincided with the first day of the Chaitra Navratri and festivals like Sajibu Cheiraoba, Navreh, Cheti Chand and Ugadi that are celebrated in different parts of the country.
12 September,2024 02:59 PM IST
Mutual Funds Investing is one of the most popular options for investing. Be it for growing wealth or saving taxes, they have been one of the most sought-after by investors in recent times. But only a few know how to invest in the right ones. In this episode of Money Matters, Certified Financial Planner Kamal Jeswani in conversation with Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor, talks about what is mutual fund, how to invest, how to select and when to sell. No matter if you are a beginner who is looking to begin investing or you are already an investor looking to grow your wealth, this video will help you invest in the right way.
12 September,2024 12:20 PM IST
On September 9, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his family participated in the Ganapati Visarjan ceremony in Thane, marking the culmination of the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Ganesh Chaturthi is a vibrant Indian festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and prosperity. The festival involves elaborate installations of Ganesha idols, followed by a series of rituals and prayers. The Visarjan, or immersion ceremony, is a significant event where the idol is immersed in water, symbolizing the deity's return to his heavenly abode. Shinde's participation underscores the cultural and religious importance of the festival, reflecting his connection to the traditions cherished by many. The occasion was marked by fervent devotion and community spirit, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Maharashtra.
11 September,2024 08:17 PM IST
Actor Dibyendu Bhattacharya, currently seen in the Anubhav Sinha directorial web series ‘IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack’, speaks exclusively to mid-day.com about his Paris Olympics-themed Bappa for Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 celebrations. We visited his Mumbai home where he explained how the decor consisted of medals won by his daughter, a football player, and also treated us to the bhog he cooked himself. Watch the video for more.
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