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Utopia in the ocean

The staff knows you by your name; they also know if you are an introvert craving for alone time or social and chatty. And whether you have two left feet. At the Club Med Albion, Mauritius, it felt like coming home... [Read More]

24 September,2023 10:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Aastha Atray Banan

Why pole dancing might be good for you

The dream was to go ‘pencil’ during a pole dance class like its instructor had. What we did manage after two hours is challenging the body to lift, and enjoying the feeling of having tried... [Read More]

10 September,2023 07:51 AM IST | Mumbai | Aastha Atray Banan

Exclusive: "I had no intention of making a comeback," says Imran Khan

When he tried to log on, Instagram told him he didn’t exist. A month and eight posts later, actor Imran Khan is speaking his heart out and receiving love that he says is healing him... [Read More]

10 September,2023 06:37 AM IST | Mumbai | Aastha Atray Banan

‘My parents kindled the love for spirituality’

When not running the family business, Yash and Avanti Birla’s son Nirvaan sings at satsangs and composes music. With his debut song set for release this week, he talks about his meditative side ... [Read More]

03 September,2023 06:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Aastha Atray Banan

Now showing: The millennial shero

Film critic Maithili Rao’s book sheds light on how, why and when the millennial woman started making her agency heard and felt in Bollywood... [Read More]

27 August,2023 10:29 AM IST | Mumbai | Aastha Atray Banan

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I-Day 2023: Here's how Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and others are celebrating

Independence Day 2023: From Shah Rukh Khan to Salman Khan actors have taken to their social media handle to mark India`s 76th Independence Day. Check out pictures of celebrities from the Indian film industry... [Read More]

15 August,2023 11:20 PM IST

IN PHOTOS: Lake levels in reservoirs that supply water to Mumbai at 76.50 pc

The collective water stock in the seven reservoirs that supply drinking water to the city is now at 76.50 pc, as per the BMC data (see pics) ... [Read More]

01 August,2023 03:39 PM IST

In Photos: PM Modi lays foundation stone of projects in Chhattisgarh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and laid foundation stones of eight projects worth around Rs 7,600 crore in Chhattisgarh capital Raipur (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]

07 July,2023 02:52 PM IST

In PICS: Anushka Sharma and her alluring looks from Cannes 2023

She came, she walked on the red carpet and like a true-blue queen, she conquered our hearts with her effortless grace and elegance. Putting a definitive end to everyone`s waiting game, Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma finally made a scintillating red carpet debut at Cannes 2023. The towering diva of Bollywood who walked the prestigious red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival for the first time, mesmerised everyone when she arrived in a sparkling white and ivory off-shoulder gown in all her glory. After leaving awestruck with her alluring first-ever Cannes red carpet look, Anushka painted the midnight sky of the French city pink as she stepped out in a stunning pink tube top with sparkling black pants. While Anushka is busy stealing thunders at the 76th Cannes Film Festival with her mere presence, we bring you her charming Cannes looks from her first and second appearances, which will make you swoon over her for sure!... [Read More]

27 May,2023 07:50 PM IST

Cannes 2023 Day 2: Indian celebrities and their stunning red carpet looks!

The 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival got high on glitz and glamour as our favourite Bollywood celebrities arrived putting their best fashion foot forward at the Cannes red carpet on day 2. From the esteemed Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to debutantes like Sara Ali Khan and Mrunal Thakur, who graced the coveted red carpet for the first time, let`s take a look at what they wore on day 2 of Cannes 2023.... [Read More]

18 May,2023 11:00 PM IST

IN PICS: Sara Ali Khan, Esha Gupta make stunning debut at Cannes Film Festival

The 76th Cannes Film Festival commenced on May 16, 2023, celebrating remarkable achievements in world cinema. The festival is renowned for its prestigious status and fashionable celebrity presence. Notably, prominent Indian celebrities, including Sara Ali Khan and Esha Gupta, made remarkable red carpet debuts at Cannes 2023.... [Read More]

17 May,2023 07:29 AM IST

Cannes 2023: Looking back at 2022 red-carpet looks of Bollywood divas

With the red carpet looks of Met Gala 2023 still afresh in our minds, we now have Cannes Film Festival 2023 waiting to bring to us its red carpet looks from veteran divas such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sonam Kapoor and Deepika Padukone well as debutant divas like Manushi Chhillar and Anushka Sharma. Scheduled to commence on May 16, the 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival 2023 will have members of the film fraternity come together to celebrate the art of filmmaking for a week-long event... [Read More]

16 May,2023 10:01 AM IST

A record victory in nearly four decades, Congress all the way in Karnataka

In terms of seats and vote share, the victory of Congress in Karnataka assembly polls has set a record that has stood for more than 30 years. With a vote percentage of 42.88 percent, the party has won 135 seats, gaining 55 more than in 2018. The 1999 election, when it won 132 seats and earned a vote share of 40.84 percent, was the closest the Congress has ever come to today’s result. It received 43.76 per cent of the vote in 1989 and gained won seats. "This victory belongs to the people of the state," said Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge after the results. “People decided and chose. That is why we got 136 seats - huge after 36 years... It is a big victory...,” he said.... [Read More]

14 May,2023 06:05 PM IST

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Independence Day 2023: Inside Jawaharlal Nehru’s favourite sweet shop in Mumbai

Mumbai’s rich history lies in its people, culture and food. Travelling through the bylanes of Mumbai’s Mahim, we discovered a quaint sweet shop with a rich history - Joshi Buddhakaka Mahimhalvawala! This 200-year-old sweet shop carries forward a legacy like no other. Jawaharlal Nehru’s handwritten letter still hangs on the wall expressing his fondness about the sweets from here. As India celebrates its 77th Independence Day 2023, here is a look into this legendary sweet shop in Mumbai that has been satisfying Mumbai’s sweet tooth from the pre-independence era.... [Read More]

10 August,2023 04:18 PM IST

Reservation In Chhattisgarh 76 pct As Assembly Passes Amendment Bills

The Chhattisgarh Assembly on Friday unanimously passed two amendment bills on reservation. The bills are to amend reservation in government jobs and admission in educational institutions in proportion to the population of different categories. The bills are taking the total reservation quota in the state to 76 per cent. CM Bhupesh Baghel tabled the Chhattisgarh Public Service Amendment Bill and Chhattisgarh Educational Institutions Amendment Bill. ... [Read More]

04 December,2022 04:02 PM IST | Mumbai

This Is How Mumbai Celebrated Independence Day

Mumbaikars celebrated 76th Independence Day with full fervour. People were seen celebrating and shouting slogans- Jai Hind and Vande Mataram. School and college students were seen participating in the processions at various places. Here are some of the visuals of the celebration across Mumbai. #Mumbai #IndependenceDay #azadikaamritmahotsav... [Read More]

16 August,2022 10:25 PM IST | Mumbai

Famous places across Mumbai illuminated in tricolour ahead of Independence Day

Ahead of the 75th Independence Day celebration, Mumbai’s iconic places like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Mantralaya, Mount Mary Church, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Headquarters, Asiatic Library, Metro stations and many more places were illuminated in tricolour for August 15.... [Read More]

13 August,2022 10:46 PM IST | Mumbai

Mumbai Reports 276 New Cases, 2 Fatalities

Currently, there are 2,300 active patients in Mumbai out of which 260 are being treated in hospitals and 38 patients are on oxygen support. The city reported two deaths on Sunday. Meanwhile, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on July 17 congratulated Indians for achieving the 200 crore COVID vaccination milestone and said that it is a proud moment for the nation.... [Read More]

18 July,2022 06:49 PM IST | Mumbai

Mumbai: Single-Day Rise In Covid-Positive Cases From 763 To 889

Maharashtra on Saturday recorded 1,357 new Covid-19 positive cases, out of which Mumbai reported 889 new cases. Also, 329 patients were recovered today, taking the total number of recoveries in the city to 10,45,035.... [Read More]

05 June,2022 11:07 PM IST | Mumbai

CM Uddhav Thackeray Inaugurates India's First Water Taxi In Mumbai

Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal, inaugurated the country’s first water taxi in Mumbai on Thursday. The Mumbai water taxi services will link Navi Mumbai to south Mumbai ensuring faster connectivity for commuters.... [Read More]

18 February,2022 08:53 PM IST | Mumbai

India's Omicron Tally Mounts To 3,071; Maharashtra Tops With 876 Cases

With 64 fresh Omicron infections being detected in last 24 hours, the national tally of this highly transmissible Covid-19 variant has mounted to 3,071, the Union Health Ministry said on Saturday morning. Of the total, 1,203 people have recovered from the new strain nationwide.... [Read More]

09 January,2022 06:51 PM IST | Mumbai

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Aakanksha Ahire

Aakanksha covers fashion, beauty, culture, wellness and relationship stories. An old-school at heart, she is a lover of all things Bollywood. When not at work, she hangs out with friends at fancy cafes and visits new restaurants to try different dishes. She is a GenZ having the traits of a Millennial.

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The inaugural cricket World Cup in 1975 produced several moments and anecdotes to cherish among the participants which happened to be some of the greatest names in the game

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Assaulting police personnel is never excusable

There was an argument and the passenger verbally abused the cop, snatched the e-challan machine from him, and then physically assaulted him, an officer said