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Grammy-nominated drummer Billy Kilson to perform in Mumbai this January

Known for his vibrant original music that blends upbeat energy with equal parts swing and groove, Kilson brings a dynamic new sound to the stage

21 January,2026 06:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Indian folk singer Kalpana Patowary will perform in Mumbai

After Mumbai, she will perform the 90-minute set in Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chandigarh

21 January,2026 04:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma to embark on India tour this March

The 10-city tour comes after the postponement of his 2025 India tour due to geopolitical tensions

21 January,2026 03:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Indian-origin Singapore Hindi Society founder Shriniwas Rai passes away at 83

Rai, who formed the society in 1988, worked with fellow community leaders to have Hindi recognised as a second language in Singapore's national education system

21 January,2026 02:24 PM IST | Singapore | PTI
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How these two exhibitions in Delhi are exploring Seema Kohli's artworks

The exhibition features works that reflect her sustained inquiry into matter as simultaneously physical, metaphysical, and philosophical

21 January,2026 10:06 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
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Lollapalooza India: Your complete travel guide to attend the Mumbai music fest

As you get ready to attend the festival, a little planning goes a long way in making sure you arrive relaxed. From routes to rides, here’s your complete travel guide to the festival

20 January,2026 06:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Odisha: Rare Buddhist relic brought out of museum for display in Lalitgiri

Generally preserved under stringent conservation protocols, the relic was made accessible for public viewing as part of the religious observance, offering devotees a rare and deeply reverential opportunity to pay homage

20 January,2026 02:02 PM IST | Bhubaneswar | PTI

Why Your Restaurant Needs Sustainable Soup Bowls To Go

Sustainable soup bowls to go prevent leaks, retain heat, reduce waste, and help restaurants meet customer and regulatory expectations

20 January,2026 11:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Agencies | Aarav Garg

US lawmakers, child health experts warn AI chatbots pose new risks to children

Senator Ted Cruz said lawmakers were increasingly concerned that children are forming emotional relationships with AI systems that simulate friendship, romance and validation

20 January,2026 09:58 AM IST | Washington | IANS

JLF Day 4 focus on geopolitics, justice, and the future of the World Wide Web

As Day 4 drew to a close, the Jaipur Literature Festival's final day will feature conversations on likes of Alice Oswald: A Journey Through Words and Worlds: Alice Oswald in conversation with Jeet Thayil, among others

19 January,2026 02:56 PM IST | Jaipur | mid-day online correspondent

JLF: Thaikkudam Bridge concludes Jaipur Music Stage with mesmerising performance

The evening started with Soumik Datta’s Travellers who mesmerised with an immersive blend of sarod, ambient textures, and spoken word enthralled attendees with many different sounds before others took over

19 January,2026 01:50 PM IST | Jaipur | mid-day online correspondent

Nirvaan Birla to perform in Mumbai this weekend; here's all you need to know

Known for blending spirituality with modern musical expression, Nirvaan brings his 'Sounds for the Soul' initiative to life through an intimate, immersive concert experience

19 January,2026 12:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Sudha Murty: Want children to know Partition was wrong, should never be repeated

Though she has no personal experience of migration and has lived in Karnataka all her life, Murty said the consequences of Partition's trauma struck her deeply during her visit to Pakistan nearly two decades ago -- one at the Taxila Museum and another when she accompanied a friend to her pre-Partition home

19 January,2026 12:34 PM IST | Jaipur | mid-day online correspondent

    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