CY Gopinath, in Bangkok, throws unique light and shadows on Mumbai, the city that raised him. Email: cygopi@gmail.com
Humans like to believe that good things never end, until they do. I’ve always known that one day, this column’s topic would be about saying goodbye. That day is today... [Read More]
09 December,2025 06:57 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathFor 25 years, a global organisation staffed entirely by volunteers has been showing us how to search for the most likely truth while dealing with disagreements. It’s called Wikipedia... [Read More]
02 December,2025 06:34 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathA new virus starts a pandemic that turns humans into a kind, gentle, caring and sharing species. Would you finally be happy? Don’t read the last para till you’ve read the rest... [Read More]
25 November,2025 07:14 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathIn 2031, after it came out that cows were not only holy but could communicate with humans, I was privileged to be the first journalist to interview one... [Read More]
18 November,2025 06:55 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathThey claim to communicate telepathically with animals, and will trace your missing dogs and cats. Unfortunately, this city has enough takers... [Read More]
11 November,2025 06:35 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y GopinathMumbai’s popular landmarks, Marine Drive and Gateway of India, saw sparse crowds as the city on Thursday continued experience scorching afternoon heat. Pics/Ashish Raje... [Read More]
09 April,2026 06:34 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced six guarantees for Bengal if the BJP wins the Assembly polls and sought the ouster of the "`nirmam`" (cruel) TMC government, accusing it of "setting new parameters of development debacle and pulling the state back". (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 05:32 PM ISTPolling in all the 140 Assembly constituencies in Kerala commenced at 7 am on Thursday. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 05:21 PM ISTThe southern state of Kerala went to elections on April 9. The complete exercise will be completed in a single phase. On Thursday, celebrities like Mohanlal, Mammootty and Fahadh Faasil were seen stepping out to cast their votes. ... [Read More]
09 April,2026 04:14 PM ISTAs the temperatures spike, the residents of Mumbai`s Khar Danda Koliwada are reeling under a severe water crisis that has disrupted daily life and raised serious concerns about basic civic infrastructure. What was once an intermittent issue has now become a persistent problem for locals (Pics/Aditi Pawar and Special Arrangement)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 03:19 PM ISTDhurandhar 2 continues its rampage at the box office, with the film being lauded for everything from its gripping storytelling to its larger-than-life performances. But beyond the spectacle, it’s the stunning character transformations of Ranveer Singh and R Madhavan that have truly caught everyone’s attention. Aditya Dhar has lauded prosthetics artist Preetisheel Singh for her effort.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 02:42 PM ISTIf you`re looking for activities to do this weekend, here`s a line-up that is sure to keep you busy (Story by Saanvi Bhosale)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 01:15 PM ISTIsrael carried out a series of intense airstrikes across Beirut, including its southern suburbs and parts of southern and eastern Lebanon, triggering panic among residents. The strikes mark one of the most violent assaults on the capital since the conflict with Hezbollah began, with Israel maintaining that its two-week truce with Iran does not apply to operations in Lebanon (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 01:06 PM ISTAn early morning fire broke out at the iconic Rio Olympic Velodrome, sending flames racing across the arena’s fabric roof and triggering a massive emergency response. Fire crews rushed to the scene at approximately 4:17 AM, deploying over 80 firefighters and multiple vehicles to contain the blaze before it could spread further. The fire, which originated within the roof structure, was swiftly brought under control by the Rio de Janeiro State Military Fire Department, preventing what could have escalated into a major disaster. WATCH... [Read More]
09 April,2026 04:56 PM ISTIntelligence inputs suggest that Mojtaba Khamenei is currently in critical condition and under intensive medical care in Qom, a city central to Iran’s religious and political structure. Reports indicate he may be incapacitated and unable to participate in governance during a period of heightened regional conflict. A memo reportedly shared among Gulf allies, attributed to US and Israeli-backed assessments, claims Mojtaba Khamenei is unconscious. These developments come amid growing uncertainty within Iran’s leadership following the reported death of Ali Khamenei in an early-stage wartime strike. Qom has now emerged as the focal point of both treatment and strategic developments, with intelligence tracking preparations that include the construction of a large mausoleum. WATCH... [Read More]
08 April,2026 03:54 PM ISTTensions surrounding Iran and US involvement took a sharper turn as US President Donald Trump used a public appearance during the White House Easter event to call out what he described as the “misuse” of American support. Speaking during the annual Easter Egg Roll, Trump raised serious concerns over reports that weapons allegedly sent to support Iranian protesters never reached their intended recipients. Instead, he suggested that certain groups may have diverted or withheld the aid, triggering strong warnings from the president. Trump went a step further, issuing a 48-hour ultimatum directed at the Iranian regime, linking the situation to broader instability in the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks have added a new layer of controversy, especially around US involvement in the region, the role of proxy groups, and the risks tied to arms distribution in conflict zones. Trump’s warning that those responsible would “pay a big price” underscores the seriousness of the allegations and the potential for escalation. WATCH... [Read More]
07 April,2026 03:52 PM ISTIran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has confirmed the death of its top intelligence figure, Majid Khademi, in a pre-dawn strike. The incident has sent shockwaves through Tehran, with officials directly accusing the United States and Israel of orchestrating a targeted operation against one of the country’s most critical security pillars. Khademi, believed to be at the core of Iran’s intelligence network, played a key role in shaping strategic operations within the IRGC. His elimination marks not just a high-profile loss, but a potential fracture in Iran’s intelligence command structure. Notably, Iranian authorities have withheld details regarding the exact location and conditions of the strike, adding to the growing speculation around the scale and precision of the attack.... [Read More]
08 April,2026 03:48 PM ISTA rapidly escalating situation across the Middle East is now spilling beyond traditional conflict zones. A fire at Sharjah’s Khor Fakkan Port in the UAE, reportedly triggered by debris from an intercepted Iranian projectile, has left multiple foreign nationals injured, raising fresh concerns about the widening fallout of ongoing hostilities. Meanwhile, Israel’s port city of Haifa has come under intense and repeated missile fire, with over ten locations reportedly targeted. Rescue teams continue search operations as casualties mount, with confirmed deaths and several individuals still missing under the rubble. In Lebanon, deadly strikes have rocked Beirut’s Jnah area and Ain Saadeh, killing civilians and injuring dozens more.... [Read More]
06 April,2026 03:00 PM ISTBeirut wakes up to devastation. In one of the most intense escalations since early March, Israel has launched a sweeping wave of airstrikes across Lebanon, pounding central Beirut, the Bekaa Valley, and southern regions with over 100 strikes in a matter of hours. The assault comes just hours after a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, raising urgent questions about the region’s stability. Lebanese authorities report at least 254 people killed and over 1,100 injured, with emergency services overwhelmed as ambulances race through shattered streets. Hospitals are struggling to cope with the influx of victims, while civilians flee amid smoke-filled skies and collapsing infrastructure. WATCH... [Read More]
09 April,2026 02:53 PM ISTTensions in the West Asia have reached a critical point after a series of deadly strikes rocked areas near Tehran, leaving at least 13 people dead and several others injured. A residential building was reportedly hit directly, while a separate explosion near Eslamshahr flattened another structure under mysterious circumstances. What makes the situation even more alarming is the lack of clarity around who carried out the attacks. With no official claim of responsibility, speculation is mounting over whether this marks a new phase in the ongoing regional conflict. Disturbingly, early reports suggest that children may be among the casualties, raising serious humanitarian concerns. WATCH... [Read More]
06 April,2026 02:50 PM ISTA viral video claiming to show Mojtaba Khamenei stepping into a high-tech military "war room" has set off a storm online, but is it real, or another case of AI-fueled misinformation? The clip, widely circulated across social media platforms, appears to feature Khamenei inside what looks like a sophisticated command center, with visuals that some users claim resemble Israel’s Dimona nuclear facility. The timing couldn’t be more sensitive, with tensions already running high between Iran, Israel and the United States. However, the bigger story may not be what’s in the video, but what’s missing. There has been no official confirmation from Iranian state media outlets like IRNA, IRIB or Tasnim. At the same time, major international organizations such as Reuters, BBC and CNN have not carried the footage, raising immediate red flags. WATCH... [Read More]
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