International Monetary Fund Asia & Pacific Director Krishna Srinivasan on April 20 praised India’s growth trajectory under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s regime. Speaking to ANI, he said, “India has successfully navigated multiple shocks we’ve seen in the recent past, starting from the pandemic to the war in Ukraine and then the recent tensions in the Gulf. Growth at 6.8 per cent in 2024-25 is a very impressive number. And this is largely led by private consumption and public investment. I don’t see any red flags in the near term, but I would highlight one important aspect. Now, India has a young, growing population. India is likely to add about 15 million people to the labor force every year. Now, if you want to benefit from this demographic change, you will need lots of reforms. I think in particular, I would emphasize the need for significant investment in education and healthcare so that this growing labor force can contribute productively to the economy.”
20 April,2024 04:17 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.
17 April,2024 09:00 PM IST
After the Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility behind the firing at superstar Salman Khan's Mumbai residence, Rakhi Sawant, who shares a close rapport with the actor, came out in his support and pleaded for his life to be spared. In a video shared on social media, Rakhi, who has been a constant on the reality show 'Bigg Boss' was seen breaking down on camera. She said that Salman has helped her on multiple occasions financially. Watch the video for more.
16 April,2024 11:20 AM IST | Mumbai
Ranveer 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.
15 April,2024 07:35 PM IST
On 14th April, BJP released its election manifesto, ‘Sankalp Patra’ for Lok Sabha Elections 2024 at party headquarters. EAM S Jaishankar and other party leaders including Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw arrived at the BJP headquarters. From Bullet Trains to UCC and Olympics in India, here are top 10 promises made by PM Modi in BJP’s Manifesto.
15 April,2024 07:35 PM IST
Ranveer 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.
15 April,2024 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai
'Bigg Boss 17’ contestant Mannara Chopra hosted a birthday bash in the city which was attended by her cousin Priyanka Chopra and her brother-in-law Nick Jonas. She celebrated her birthday along with family members. The actor looked stunning in a red bodycon dress. Priyanka and Nick are currently in India with their daughter Malti Marie. The former Miss World recently celebrated Holi with her family in Noida
30 March,2024 08:24 PM IST | Mumbai
Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kriti Sanon, and Tabu have impressed movie buffs with their acting prowess, glamour, and humour. The film was released in theatres on March 29. It is directed by Rajesh A Krishnan. The film also stars Diljit Dosanjh and Kapil Sharma. Created by Balaji Telefilms and Anil Kapoor Film & Communications Network, 'Crew' is a story of three women and is touted as a laugh-riot, set against the backdrop of the struggling airline industry. However, their destinies lead to some unwarranted situations and they get caught in a web of lies
30 March,2024 08:21 PM IST | Mumbai
On the eve of Holi celebrations, ‘Holika Dahan’ was celebrated across the nation. From Kolkata to Rajkot, people celebrated this auspicious occasion with great enthusiasm. Devotees performed ‘puja’ during ‘Holika Dahan’ in Kolkata. A fair was organised in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on ‘Holika Dahan’. People adorned each other with colourful ‘gulal’ in Ayodhya on the eve of Holi. Bhubaneswar witnessed a great Holi fervour as youth drenched themselves by splashing colours on each other. Notably, Holika Dahan is a ritual that symbolises the victory of good over evil which involves lighting bonfires, signifying the burning of the demon Holika. Holi also known as the "Festival of Colours," is a vibrant festival celebrated with enthusiasm across India. Amidst the revelry, traditional sweets are shared, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.
25 March,2024 11:20 AM IST
Streaming giant Amazon Prime Video unveiled its slate for 2024. From movies to series, a plethora of options for entertainment were announced. These included Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Citadel Honey Bunny, Mirzapur season 3, Paatal Lok season 2, Chandu Champion, Singham Again, and more. After the event, scores of celebs attended the blue carpet. The list included Vijay Varma, Manoj Bajpayee, and Sobhita Dhulipala among others
20 March,2024 07:47 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
