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to offer coconuts to the sea on the occasion of Narali Pournima in Mumbai]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/narali-pournima-2026-narali-112745-77wkjzz8.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The Koli community offers coconuts to the sea deity Varuna on Narali Pournima, seeking blessings for a safe fishing season]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/narali-pournima-2026-narali-112745-4okob3t9.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Fishing boats are prepared at Badhwar Park as the Koli community observes the traditional festival of Narali Pournima.]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Narali Pournima 2026, Narali Purnima, Mumbai Koli community, Koli fishermen, fishing season Mumbai, Narali Pournima celebrations, Badhwar Park fishermen, Badhwar Park Mumbai, Varuna deity, Koli festival, coconut offering, Mumbai fishing community, fishing boats Mumbai, Narali Pournima photos, Mumbai photo gallery]]></image:keyword></image:image></url><url><loc><![CDATA[https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/photo/in-photos-migrant-crisis-deepen-in-spains-ceuta-112744]]></loc><image:image><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/ceuta-unrest-ceuta-protests-112744-ksm8vofv.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Migrants gather at a beach in Ceuta amid heightened tensions and growing concerns among local residents]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/ceuta-unrest-ceuta-protests-112744-pthjyp5k.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Migrants remain in temporary or makeshift shelters in Ceuta, weeks after the mass influx from neighbouring Morocco]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/ceuta-unrest-ceuta-protests-112744-y1habtmm.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Doctors of the World provide medical assistance to migrants near temporary shelters at the El Tajaral industrial site in Ceuta]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/ceuta-unrest-ceuta-protests-112744-mty10zmn.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Migrants wait in Ceuta as Spanish authorities work to identify those eligible for asylum and those subject to return to Morocco.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/ceuta-unrest-ceuta-protests-112744-a89w5s57.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The streets of Ceuta remain tense as authorities increase security and expand measures to manage the migrant crisis]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Ceuta unrest, Ceuta protests, Spain migrant crisis, Ceuta migrant influx, Morocco migrants Spain, Ceuta clashes, Spain immigration crisis, Ceuta protests 2026, migrant crisis Spain, Ceuta security concerns, Ceuta military clash, Spain Morocco border, Ceuta news, immigration unrest, Ceuta photo gallery]]></image:keyword></image:image></url><url><loc><![CDATA[https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/photo/in-photos-eknath-shinde-celebrates-raksha-bandhan-2026-with-mavim-umed-women-in-mumbai-112743]]></loc><image:image><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-eknath-112743-0kbxg4gm.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Shinde said he wanted to repay the trust placed in him by women through development work]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-eknath-112743-u647let9.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Referring to the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections, Shinde said the Mahayuti alliance won a historic 232 seats, with women playing a major role in the victory]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-eknath-112743-nkf8a9xy.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[He praised the organisational strength of women's self-help groups and said millions of women had been connected through MAVIM and UMED]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-eknath-112743-z7rjv615.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Shinde said the contribution of these women and their grassroots networks had been important in strengthening women's participation in the state's development process]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-eknath-112743-j444oe1c.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[During the interaction, women representatives raised several issues related to their work and welfare]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Raksha Bandhan 2026, Eknath Shinde, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde Raksha Bandhan, Raksha Bandhan Maharashtra, Raksha Bandhan 2026, women representatives Maharashtra, MAVIM, Maharashtra Mahila Arthik 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development Maharashtra, Raksha Bandhan date 2026, Rakhi 2026, Raksha Bandhan muhurat, Rakhi time, Raksha Bandhan wishes, Rakhi wishes, Raksha Bandhan significance, Raksha Bandhan, Raksha Bandhan date, Rakhi 2026, Raksha Bandhan muhurat, Photos]]></image:keyword></image:image></url><url><loc><![CDATA[https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/photo/in-photos-mumbai-police-srpf-deployed-in-parel-after-late-night-tension-112742]]></loc><image:image><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/parel-mumbai-clash-police-112742-5b9xkvu6.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Senior police officers and additional personnel were deployed at sensitive locations as a precaution, while police teams remained on the ground throughout the day]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/parel-mumbai-clash-police-112742-8vwq0z91.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The situation was brought under control soon after the incident, and no further major untoward incident was reported]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/parel-mumbai-clash-police-112742-qrz5pqth.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[According to preliminary information, tension broke out in Parel on Wednesday night following an Eid procession]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/parel-mumbai-clash-police-112742-96zp4vor.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[An alleged exchange of slogans between two groups reportedly led to an argument, which later escalated near the Laxmi Cottage area, where stone-pelting was also reported]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/parel-mumbai-clash-police-112742-2zza1gl5.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Police personnel intervened immediately and brought the situation under control. Mild force was reportedly used to disperse those involved]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/parel-mumbai-clash-police-112742-l4kcm67t.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The exact sequence of events and the trigger behind the confrontation are still being investigated]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/parel-mumbai-clash-police-112742-4wkh3akv.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Senior Mumbai Police officers and additional personnel rushed to the spot following the incident]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/parel-mumbai-clash-police-112742-etale4wk.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Reinforcements were deployed in the area as a precaution to prevent the situation from escalating]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/parel-mumbai-clash-police-112742-fd28nwvs.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Police said there was no reason for panic and maintained that the additional deployment was a precautionary measure to ensure peace and maintain law and order.]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Parel clash, eid procession incident, eid procession clases in Parel, Photos, Mumbai communal tension, Parel communal tension, Takiya Masjid Parel, Parel news today, Mumbai Police, Parel police deployment, SRPF Mumbai, Anti-Riot Squad Mumbai, Parel latest news, Mumbai communal tension August 2026, Takiya Masjid news, Parel police bandobast, Mumbai law and order, Parel incident, Mumbai Police security, communal tension in Mumbai, Parel area security, Mumbai breaking news, Mumbai latest news, August 27 2026 news, News, Breaking news, Latest breaking news, Latest local news, National news, Latest national news, Online news, Today news, Today news headlines, News headlines, Latest online news, News of the day, trending]]></image:keyword></image:image></url><url><loc><![CDATA[https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/photo/yash-kiara-advani-in-toxic-to-triptii-dimri-ranbir-kapoor-in-animal-intimate-scenes-that-made-headlines-112741]]></loc><image:image><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-abf123cj.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Yash and Kiara Advani’s bold chemistry in Toxic grabbed attention through the film’s promotional material and the song “Tabaahi.” Yash defended the steamy content, saying the team was “a little ahead of our times,” while praising Kiara for her dedication and professionalism on set.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-xcvdvbaq.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[In Thug Life, Kamal Haasan and Trisha’s intimate scene drew attention after the trailer’s release. The veteran actor, who is 30 years older than Trisha, is seen in a romantic moment with her, sparking discussions and backlash over their age gap.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-0qtirwgt.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Cillian Murphy and Florence Pugh’s intimate scenes in Oppenheimer became a talking point for their explicit portrayal of the complicated relationship, particularly when Oppenheimer recites a line from the Bhagavad Gita during one of their encounters. The scene sparked debate over its unexpected juxtaposition of intimacy and the sacred text.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-deexi8z2.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Sunny Leone and Arunoday Singh’s chemistry in Jism 2 grabbed attention for its bold and sensual portrayal of desire. The film’s steamy moments and intense on-screen equation grabbed attention.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-jcpqr0nf.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma’s chemistry in Lust Stories 2 became a major talking point, with their intimate scenes adding to the anthology’s bold exploration of modern relationships.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-f6178x5m.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Kubbra Sait and Nawazuddin Siddiqui featured in an intense and emotionally charged intimate sequence in Sacred Games. The scene stood out for its raw portrayal of the characters.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-shoq86n3.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Bipasha Basu and John Abraham’s chemistry in Jism became one of the film’s biggest talking points. Their bold intimate scenes and sensual on-screen equation grabbed attention.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-693kru19.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Rekha and Shekhar Suman’s intimate scene in Utsav remains one of the memorable bold moments of its time. The film featured the actors in a sensual sequence that drew attention for its mature portrayal of romance.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-rqvzllcp.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Ranbir Kapoor and Triptii Dimri’s intimate scenes in Animal became one of the film’s biggest talking points. Their chemistry, particularly the much-discussed bedroom sequence, drew widespread attention while sparking conversation about infedility.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-s7b7xhg1.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Vinod Khanna and Madhuri Dixit’s intimate kissing scene in Dayavan became one of the film’s most talked-about moments, particularly because of their significant age gap. The scene sparked controversy after reports claimed Khanna continued kissing Dixit even after the director called cut, leaving her uncomfortable.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-4ywbg7cj.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[In Ghar, Rekha and Vinod Mehra shared intimate moments that stood out for their natural and emotionally charged portrayal of marital closeness. The scenes became a talking point because of their sensuality and Rekha’s understated performance.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/most-controversial-intimate-scenes-112741-m1vfcwi7.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Gulshan Devaiah and Sai Tamhankar’s intimate scenes in Hunterrr grabbed attention for their bold portrayal of adult relationships. The film explored desire and sexuality openly, with the actors’ chemistry becoming one of the talking points around the movie.]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Yash Kiara Advani Toxic, Toxic intimate scene, Yash Kiara romance, Ranbir Kapoor Triptii Dimri Animal, Animal intimate scene, Indian cinema intimate scenes, controversial Bollywood scenes, Thug Life Kamal Haasan Trisha, Madhuri Dixit Dayavan, Jism Bipasha Basu, Lust Stories Vijay Varma Tamannaah Bhatia, Sacred Games, Bollywood News, Bollywood Latest News, Bollywood Breaking News, Bollywood Latest Updates, Entertainment News, Entertainment Latest News, Entertainment Breaking News, Entertainment Updates,]]></image:keyword></image:image></url><url><loc><![CDATA[https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/photo/in-photos-nirmala-sitharaman-meets-top-canadian-investors-pitches-india-as-investment-destination-112740]]></loc><image:image><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/union-minister-nirmala-sitharama-112740-j2s9phqw.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Union Minister for Finance  Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman during a meeting with Jo Taylor, President  CEO, Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP), in Toronto, Canada. The Indian minister appreciated the institution`s long-term confidence in India and its partnership with the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), including its participation in NIIF Infra Fund II]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/union-minister-nirmala-sitharama-112740-xbf2gm7a.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[She also met Kevin D Strain, President  CEO of Sun Life Financial, during her visit]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/union-minister-nirmala-sitharama-112740-jqn9bbjf.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Sitharaman highlighted India`s investor-friendly policy environment, greater tax certainty, and ongoing reforms while encouraging Canadian businesses to explore new opportunities and partnerships across sectors and geographies in India, the Finance Ministry said on Thursday]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/union-minister-nirmala-sitharama-112740-1xe9gkzd.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The Indian Finance Minister also met Blake Hutcheson, President and CEO of OMERS, and appreciated the institution`s continued confidence in India. She encouraged OMERS to deepen its long-term engagement with the country, building on its investments in infrastructure and real estate]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/union-minister-nirmala-sitharama-112740-lwr4gnek.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Sitharaman during a meeting with Payments Canada President and CEO Susan Hawkins, in Toronto. ]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Nirmala Sitharaman, Nirmala Sitharaman Canada visit, Nirmala Sitharaman Toronto, Sitharaman Canadian investors, Sitharaman Canada, India Canada investment, Canadian investors India, Canadian businesses India, India investment opportunities, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, OTPP, OMERS, CPPIB, India infrastructure investment, GIFT-IFSC, NIIF Infra Fund II, India tax certainty, India's investor-friendly policies, Finance Minister Canada visit, India Canada business ties, World News, International news, Latest international news, Latest World News, World Breaking News, World News Headlines, World News Today]]></image:keyword></image:image></url><url><loc><![CDATA[https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/photo/in-photos-200-pune-meat-sellers-attend-maharashtra-fda-food-safety-workshop-112739]]></loc><image:image><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/meat-food-fda-pune-112739-odxgtksq.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Vendors were trained on hygiene, storage, licensing, and safe handling under ‘Safe Food, Safe Medicine, Safe Maharashtra’ campaign]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/meat-food-fda-pune-112739-9yz4rfcp.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The FDA's Pune Division conducted a food safety guidance workshop for around 200 mutton and chicken shop owners in Bhavani Peth on Thursday]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/meat-food-fda-pune-112739-erbvu3sv.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The programme was organised in association with the Shri Lakshmi Bazar Pratishthan Trust under the ongoing ‘Surakshit Anna, Surakshit Aushadh, Surakshit Maharashtra’ campaign]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/meat-food-fda-pune-112739-vpycxjcp.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The workshop was held at the Shri Lakshmi Bazar Cultural Hall at 11.30 am]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/meat-food-fda-pune-112739-2obt1xjo.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The session focused on essential food safety practices for meat retailers, including personal hygiene, cleanliness of shop premises, safe handling and storage of raw and cooked food, temperature control, access to clean water, equipment sanitation, waste disposal, and pest control.]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Maharashtra FDA raids, Pune FDA workshop, Maharashtra FDA, Pune meat sellers, 200 meat sellers Pune, Pune mutton sellers, Pune chicken sellers, food safety workshop Pune, FDA food safety drive, Maharashtra food safety, meat shop hygiene, mutton shop hygiene, chicken shop hygiene, safe meat handling, food hygiene Pune, FDA Pune, Pune food safety news, meat sellers workshop, food safety awareness, Maharashtra FDA latest news, photos, food safety guidelines, meat storage guidelines, News, Breaking news, Latest breaking news, Latest local news, National news, Latest national news, Online news, Today news, Today news headlines, News headlines, Latest online news, News of the day, trending]]></image:keyword></image:image></url><url><loc><![CDATA[https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/photo/kriti-sanon-disha-patani-kangana-ranaut-actors-and-their-controversial-outfits-112738]]></loc><image:image><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/controversial-outfits-112738-t32pa4sw.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Kriti Sanon faced criticism over GIVA’s Raksha Bandhan advertisement, in which she wore an ivory bralette-style blouse with a cape and draped skirt. The campaign showed her tying rakhi to her brother and pet dog. While some users questioned the outfit and the portrayal of the festival, Kangana Ranaut argued that the bigger issue was the absence of traditional elements such as parents, tilak, diya, akshat and festive food. Kriti defended the campaign, saying, “Culture  Traditions are in her heart, not in her neckline.” GIVA later withdrew the advertisement amid the backlash]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/controversial-outfits-112738-xbvhyitb.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[In November 2018, Disha Patani faced online backlash for posting an Instagram photo that paired a traditional lehenga with a Calvin Klein sports bra, with netizens accusing her of disrespecting Diwali culture. Despite the controversy and intense trolling, Patani disabled the comments on the post rather than deleting the image. For more details on the backlash, search for "Disha Patani Diwali Calvin Klein 2018."]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/controversial-outfits-112738-c9b7zgyd.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Urvashi Rautela sparked controversy after wearing a tricolour-inspired gown at the Miss Universe India 2026 finale. The outfit incorporated saffron, white and green elements along with an Ashoka Chakra-inspired design. Several social media users accused her of disrespecting the Indian flag by using its colours and symbolism as part of a fashion look. The controversy also led to discussions about whether the outfit could violate laws protecting the dignity of the national flag. Urvashi, however, defended the outfit, describing it as a tribute to India and revealing that it took three months to create.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/controversial-outfits-112738-sywf24yd.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Kangana Ranaut has frequently been discussed for her fashion choices at high-profile events, including award ceremonies. Kangana Ranaut had worn a tube gown while receiving her National Award. The actress was then trolled for wearing an inappropriate outfit at an event like National Award. She was receiving the award for her film Queen at the 68th National Award.]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/controversial-outfits-112738-qgsuuvr3.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Kangana Ranaut has frequently been discussed for her fashion choices at high-profile events, including award ceremonies. Kangana Ranaut had worn a tube gown while receiving her National Award. The actress was then trolled for wearing an inappropriate outfit at an event like National Award. She was receiving the award for her film Queen at the 68th National Award. ]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/controversial-outfits-112738-9elhumnf.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Priyanka Chopra has faced criticism over her fashion choices on several occasions, including discussions surrounding her public appearances with political leaders. However, the specific claim about her wearing a knee-length dress while meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The actress was called out for picking a short dress not being formal for such a respectful meeting. Priyanka later shut the trolls by sharing a picture wearing a short dress with her mother]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/controversial-outfits-112738-5ty6g46b.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Fatima Sana Shaikh has faced online scrutiny over her fashion choices, including claims surrounding a swimsuit post during Ramadan. The discussion reportedly centred on expectations of how Muslim women should dress during the holy month. And many even asked her to respect the religious boundaries especially in a month of Ramadan]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/controversial-outfits-112738-b06p8civ.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Amala Paul had faced trolling after wearing a modern outfit while visiting an institute for her film Level Cross , with some social-media users questioning whether her clothing was appropriate for the setting. The incident became another example of celebrities being subjected to expectations about dressing traditionally at culturally significant or institutional spaces. The controversy also raised questions about whether women should be judged based on their clothes rather than their work]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/controversial-outfits-112738-k30vg6z8.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[During a 2012 press interview for The Avengers, Scarlett Johansson memorably called out a reporter who asked if she was able to wear undergarments beneath her skin-tight Black Widow costume. Instead of answering directly, she used the "mirror technique" to flip the awkward question back on the interviewer, asking since when people started inquiring about each other's underwear in press junkets. When the reporter tried to justify the question by pointing out how tight the suit looked, Johansson shut down  the line of questioning by stating she would leave that to the interviewer's imagination. She then explained that the outfit functioned much like a tight wetsuit where extra layers were impractical, and jokingly suggested the reporter ask director Joss Whedon about his undergarments instead]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Kriti Sanon, Kriti Sanon Raksha Bandhan ad, GIVA, Raksha Bandhan controversy, Urvashi Rautela, Urvashi Rautela tricolour gown, Priyanka Chopra, Priyanka Chopra outfit controversy, Kangana Ranaut, Kangana Ranaut National Award, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Fatima Sana Shaikh swimsuit, Disha Patani, Disha Patani Calvin Klein, Disha Patani Diwali ad, Vaani Kapoor, Vaani Kapoor Lord Ram top, Amala Paul, Amala Paul outfit controversy, Scarlett Johansson, Scarlett Johansson Black Widow, celebrity fashion controversies, celebrity outfit controversies, Bollywood fashion, celebrity trolling, fashion backlash, social media trolling, Bollywood News, Bollywood Latest News, Bollywood Breaking News, Bollywood Latest Updates, Entertainment News, Entertainment Latest News, Entertainment Breaking News, Entertainment Updates]]></image:keyword></image:image></url><url><loc><![CDATA[https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/photo/in-photos-indian-air-force-joins-relief-efforts-as-massive-floods-hit-nepal-112737]]></loc><image:image><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/nepal-floods-nepal-news-112737-8cmujpuy.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[IAF personnel overseeing the operation said the force is fully prepared to undertake emergency relief missions and has extensive experience in carrying out such operations in disaster-hit countries]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/nepal-floods-nepal-news-112737-igi8akic.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[India had also dispatched 10 tonnes of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) material and essential medicines to Nepal a day earlier following devastating flash floods in the Himalayan nation]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/nepal-floods-nepal-news-112737-qb8cqrvw.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[The consignment includes medical relief material, dignity kits and other essential supplies for people affected by the floods]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/nepal-floods-nepal-news-112737-0k3uvdp6.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Although the aircraft can carry up to 70 tonnes, the IAF chose to carry around 40 tonnes to ensure that the aircraft could complete the turnaround in about three to four hours]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/nepal-floods-nepal-news-112737-gdfifv2x.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[This would allow the aircraft to vacate the Kathmandu airfield quickly and help maintain the flow of relief operations]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Nepal floods, Nepal news, Indian Air Force, IAF, Nepal floods, Nepal flash floods, Nepal flood relief, India Nepal relief operation, humanitarian aid Nepal, humanitarian assistance Nepal, disaster relief Nepal, HADR, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief, IAF HADR operations, Indian Air Force Nepal, Hindon Airbase, Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabad Hindon Airbase, C-130 aircraft, C-17 aircraft, IAF C-130, IAF C-17, NDRF supplies Nepal, medical supplies Nepal, food packets Nepal, dignity kits Nepal, flood affected Nepal, flood ravaged Nepal, Nepal disaster response, India sends aid to Nepal, India humanitarian assistance, Indian relief mission, Kathmandu airport, Nepal relief flight, Nepal emergency response, Air Commodore Rajiv Dobhal, Group Captain Jai Ganesh, Wing Commander Lagnajeet Nayak, IAF first responder, disaster relief operations India, India Nepal humanitarian cooperation, Nepal natural disaster, flash floods in Nepal, relief supplies Nepal, emergency airlift Nepal, Photos]]></image:keyword></image:image></url><url><loc><![CDATA[https://www.mid-day.com/lifestyle/food/photo/in-photos-raksha-bandhan-2026-indulge-in-these-delicious-food-menus-in-mumbai-112736]]></loc><image:image><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-raksha-112736-mlgkihe3.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Asian flavoursThis Raksha Bandhan, FOO wants families and siblings to celebrate the occasion over a curated Siblings Special Brunch with its vibrant Pan-Asian feast that's designed for sharing, laughter and togetherness.From signature bites like the Nikkei Prawn Tempura Uramaki, Dynamic Tuna Roll, Wasabi, Truffle  Edamame Dumplings and Charcoal Har-Gow Gold Dust, to hearty favourites like the FOO Yellow Curry and Blue Butter Japanese Fried Rice, every dish is made for sharing. Diners can also savour the newly launched Pan-Asian Sizzlers. End the meal on a sweet note with indulgent desserts like the dramatic Mount Foo-Ji or the decadent Textures of Foo Black Marble Sesame Cheesecake perfectly complemented by refreshing mocktails and signature beverages.Where: FOO, Bandra, Andheri, Nesco, South MumbaiWhen: August 30Time: 12 noon to 4 pmPrice: Rs 1,650 plus taxes per person (Food Package); Rs 1,550 plus per person (Drinks Package)]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-raksha-112736-9sb8afxv.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[A vegetarian spreadTuskers – Vegetarian Dining Bar at Sofitel Mumbai BKC celebrates the cherished bond of siblings this Raksha Bandhan with a special festive dining experience on August 28. Diners can savour Tuskers’ specially curated festive offerings, complemented by a handcrafted Rakhi and an artisanal sweet box, making the celebration even more memorable. Where: Tuskers – Vegetarian Dining Bar, Sofitel Mumbai BKC, Bandra EastWhen: August 28Time: 12 noon to 3 pm for lunch, 7 pm to 11 pm for dinnerPrice: Rs 1,687 plus taxes (Festive Thali); Rs 2,625 (Dinner: Festive Set Menu/A la carte)Call: 022 6117 5000 for details]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-raksha-112736-qom0pwaq.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Touch of sweetnessThis Raksha Bandhan, Bombay Baking Company at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu unveils an exquisite curation of handcrafted confections, crafted to lend a refined touch to the festive season. The menu includes Ruby Embrace, a smooth ruby chocolate mousse with a tangy raspberry center, and Ivory Bond, a white chocolate mousse with silky passion fruit crémeux on a light sponge, finished with an elegant glaze. The Dolce Berry Entremet pairs luscious Dolce chocolate mousse with a vibrant mixed berry compote, while the Chocolate Barks span Pistachio Sugar-Free White Chocolate, Hazelnut Dolce Chocolate, Almond Dark Chocolate, Dry Fruit 70 per cent Chocolate, and Pecan Nut Ruby Chocolate.Where: Bombay Baking Company, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, JuhuWhen: Tll August 28Time: 8 am to 9 pm Call: +91 22 6693 3344 or +91 90046 16506 for more details]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-raksha-112736-mldyrg5p.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Best with buffet This Raksha Bandhan, celebrate the bond of siblings over a festive feast at Seven Kitchens at The St. Regis Mumbai in Lower Parel. Enjoy an elaborate buffet featuring Indian and international favourites, live cooking stations, indulgent desserts, and a warm festive setting — perfect for a memorable celebration with family and loved ones.Where: Seven Kitchens, The St. Regis Mumbai, Lower ParelWhen: August 28Time: 12:30 pm to 3 pm (Lunch); 7 pm to 11:30 pm (Dinner)Price: Rs 3,250 plus taxes for lunch; Rs 3,550 plus taxes for dinner Call: +91 22 61628440 for more details]]></image:caption><image:loc><![CDATA[https://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/aug/raksha-bandhan-2026-raksha-112736-zgg0o2zf.jpg]]></image:loc><image:caption><![CDATA[Festive drops If you do not want to indulge in an elaborate feast but love eating sweet together, then Mag St. Bread Co. has launched limited-edition tins of 100 per cent eggless Almond Amaretti Cookies (Italian style of biscuits) in three distinct flavours — Orange, Espresso, and Rose Pistachio. On the other hand, Iktara has a delicious Kaali Gaajar Halwa Tart that combines native Assamese black carrots with French pastry technique.Where: Mag St. restaurant and Mag St. Bread Co, across Mumbai (and on Swiggy and Zomato)When: Till August 30Price: Rs 495 onwards]]></image:caption><image:keyword><![CDATA[Raksha Bandhan 2026, Raksha Bandhan 2026 news, Raksha Bandhan 2026 latest food news, Raksha Bandhan 2026 food guide, Raksha Bandhan 2026 food menus, Raksha Bandhan 2026 Mumbai food menus]]></image:keyword></image:image></url></urlset>