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Frank Gehry, visionary architect behind Walt Disney Concert Hall, dies at 96

Gehry, a Canadian-American visionary known for pushing the boundaries of modern architecture, transformed public spaces with his bold, sculptural use of steel, glass and wood

06 December,2025 03:59 PM IST | Los Angeles | ANI
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Tom Morello: I've wanted to travel to India my whole life

Ahead of his India visit, the legendary guitarist, popular for music with some of the most influential American bands, dives into evolution of his music, and why social activism is important in whatever role you play in society

06 December,2025 02:09 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
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British DJ Carl Cox will perform in India in January 2026; check all the details

Indians will witness the techno legend take over Delhi-NCR on January 16 and Mumbai on January 17 in the new year

06 December,2025 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Global dance icon Tiesto to perform in India after 10 years in 2026

Marking his first India run in nearly a decade, the Tiësto India Tour 2026 aims to deliver a powerful arena experience across Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata

06 December,2025 01:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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UNESCO will meet to examine 'Deepavali' for intangible cultural heritage tag

India currently has 15 elements inscribed on the coveted UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, and these include the Kumbh Mela, the Durga Puja in Kolkata, the Garba dance of Gujarat, yoga, the tradition of Vedic chanting and Ramlila

06 December,2025 10:24 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
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Mahim Mela 2025: Here are your travel guidelines for the 10-day event this Dec

The 10-day event is expected to draw large crowds, leading to heavy traffic congestion in and around Mahim during evening peak hours

04 December,2025 10:37 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Pantone Colour of the Year: A look back at the past 5 years

As the world awaits Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year, here’s a look at the last five shades and what each revealed about global moods and cultural shifts

03 December,2025 10:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

India to launch 100-day Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat awareness initiative

The Ministry of Women and Child Development will launch a 100-day intensive campaign on December 4, featuring a national pledge, change stories, and community-driven action to end child marriage

03 December,2025 02:17 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI

UN report warns AI could widen gap between rich and poor nations

According to a UN report, AI’s benefits may largely go to richer nations unless urgent steps are taken to ensure fair access, support vulnerable communities, and prevent widening global inequality

03 December,2025 12:58 PM IST | Bangkok | AP

Massive devotee turnout at Arunachaleswarar Temple for Karthigai Deepam festival

Thousands of devotees thronged the Arunachaleswarar Temple on the 10th day of Karthigai Deepam, with the Maha Deepam to be lit atop Annamalai Hill on Wednesday evening

03 December,2025 12:23 PM IST | Tiruvannamalai | ANI

SulaFest returns for its 15th edition in 2026; here's all you need to know

The two-day festival is set to take place on January 31 and February 1 in Nashik at the vineyards

02 December,2025 02:07 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondent

BTS Jung Kook’s ‘GOLDEN: The Moments’: 5 reasons why you need to check it out

Even as fans will have to wait for the band and Kook to visit India, they can get a glimpse of their life through a new exhibition that is set to come to come to the country this December

02 December,2025 12:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Rajasthan Technical University hosts space exhibition featuring Mangalyaan model

Rajasthan Technical University’s 3-day exhibition is drawing hundreds of students with Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan models, rocket replicas and the popular Space Science Bus

02 December,2025 12:33 PM IST | Kota | PTI

    Hidden Heritage of Girgaon: Oldest Ganeshotsav Pandals of Mumbai

    Step into the heart of Mumbai’s Ganeshotsav with Mid-Day. In this special video, we take you on a tour of Girgaon’s oldest Ganpati pandals, each with a history of over 100 years. From Keshavji Naik Chawl—the birthplace of Mumbai’s first public Ganeshotsav in 1893—to other iconic mandals of Girgaon, witness the traditions, the idols, and the stories that have kept this festival alive for generations.

    02 September,2025 03:43 PM