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 GopinathOn Friday night, Mr. Chow, the iconic Beverly Hills restaurant that has been serving dishes like scallion pancakes and velvet chicken to Hollywood’s film fraternity since 1974, hosted a special pre-Oscars gathering. Several noted names from the film industry attended the party. (All Pics/ AFP) ... [Read More]
14 March,2026 09:33 AM ISTAs India`s ongoing LPG shortage leaves households struggling for cooking gas cylinders, Mumbaikars are turning to electric alternatives in droves. mid-day.com lensman ASHISH RAJE captures the unprecedented demand for induction cooktops, hot plates, and other electric appliances from crowded markets in Lohar Chawl near Crawford Market and Dadar Kabutar Khana in Mumbai on Friday... [Read More]
13 March,2026 11:16 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day. (All Pics/ Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
13 March,2026 09:32 PM ISTThe Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, organised the grand Shigmo parade in Panaji, flagged off by Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte, featuring spectacular folk performances of Ghode Modni, Romtamel, Fugdi and Goff, elaborate floats and cultural tableaux depicting Goan heritage and mythology (Pics/Special Arrangement)... [Read More]
13 March,2026 09:11 PM ISTA thick layer of smog blanketed Mumbai on Friday, though the AQI remained below 100. Despite hazy skies and low visibility, air quality readings across the city stayed satisfactory to moderate. PICS/ASHISH RAJE ... [Read More]
13 March,2026 09:07 PM ISTUnited Nations (UN) Secretary General Antonio Guterres called on Israel and Hezbollah to "stop the war" at the start of a visit to Beirut, saying it was "no longer the time of armed groups". Guterres arrived in Beirut Friday for what he called a "solidarity" visit as the war in Lebanon claimed more than 687 lives since March 2, according to the Lebanese health ministry. PICS and TEXT/AFP... [Read More]
13 March,2026 08:12 PM ISTAhead of the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Mumbai Indians` Suryakumar Yadav is set to surpass Kieron Pollard on the list of most runs for the franchise. Here`s all you need to know (Pics: File Pic)... [Read More]
13 March,2026 07:39 PM ISTA Mumbai-based captain has been stranded near the Strait of Hormuz for over a week amid escalating tensions in West Asia. His LPG tanker, carrying cargo meant for India, remains anchored near Ras Al Khaimah as missiles and drones fly overhead. Here are some visuals from the vessel. PICS/BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT... [Read More]
13 March,2026 06:42 PM ISTAmid the Oil crisis due to ongoing Iran war, two LPG tankers bound for India have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz. The development came shortly after Iran’s Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali signaled that Indian vessels could receive safe passage through the critical shipping route. The envoy described India as a friend and highlighted the longstanding relationship between the two countries, saying Iran and India share common interests in the region. The development also comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian about the escalating conflict in West Asia and emphasized the need for safe energy supply routes and protection of Indian citizens. ... [Read More]
13 March,2026 12:54 AM ISTAmid the Iran war, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held a major press briefing at the Pentagon addressing the escalating war with Iran. During the briefing, Hegseth claimed that Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was wounded and possibly disfigured during recent US-Israeli strikes. Hegseth also mocked Iran’s leadership, saying senior officials have gone underground and are hiding as military pressure increases. He questioned why Khamenei’s first address after taking power was delivered through a television anchor instead of appearing publicly. The US Defense Secretary also addressed concerns about a potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes, saying measures are being taken to ensure global energy flows remain stable. ... [Read More]
13 March,2026 12:14 AM ISTA powerful explosion struck central Tehran near Ferdowsi Square during a pro-government Quds Day rally. Thick smoke was seen rising from the area as crowds gathered near Enghelab Street for the annual demonstrations. Quds Day is an annual pro-Palestinian event held on the last Friday of Ramadan and was established in 1979 by Iran’s first Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. ... [Read More]
13 March,2026 12:14 AM ISTAmid the Iran war, Dubai’s International Financial Centre witnessed a security scare after debris from an intercepted Iranian drone sparked a fire on the facade of a building in the district. Authorities confirmed that the drone was successfully intercepted and the incident caused only minor damage, with no injuries reported. However, thick smoke rising from the area triggered security alerts across Dubai’s financial hub. The incident comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East after Iran threatened to target economic and financial centres linked to the United States and Israel. The IRGC had warned that banks and technology infrastructure connected to US and Israeli entities could become new targets in the conflict.... [Read More]
13 March,2026 12:13 AM ISTA major aviation incident has unfolded in the West Asia after a US Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in western Iraq during an active military mission. The aircraft, a Boeing-built KC-135 aerial refueling tanker, was operating as part of Operation Epic Fury, supporting long-range combat aircraft with critical mid-air refueling capability when the crash occurred. According to US military officials, the tanker was flying in formation with another aircraft during the mission when the incident happened. The second aircraft in the formation reportedly landed safely, while the KC-135 went down in a remote area of western Iraq. The fate of the crew remains unclear, and search and rescue teams have been deployed to the crash site as the US military works urgently to determine whether any survivors are present. WATCH... [Read More]
13 March,2026 10:45 PM ISTUncertainty continues to surround the fate of Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran’s former supreme leader Ali Khamenei, after devastating strikes inside Iran triggered widespread speculation about the country’s leadership. In a revealing interview, Donald Trump suggested that Mojtaba Khamenei may have survived the deadly assault, but possibly with catastrophic injuries. According to Trump, the Iranian cleric could be “damaged” yet still alive, fueling new questions about his physical condition and whether he remains capable of leading Iran during an escalating regional crisis. WATCH... [Read More]
13 March,2026 10:43 PM ISTIran’s top security chief, Ali Larijani, has issued a stark warning to US President Donald Trump over what he calls a “serious strategic miscalculation” in the escalating West Asia conflict. Larijani declares that Iran will continue its military actions until Trump faces the consequences of his decisions, signaling an uncompromising stance with the hashtag #TrumpMustPay. The remarks come after Trump claimed that tensions with Iran were “almost finished,” while Larijani rebukes such rhetoric, asserting that wars cannot be resolved through social media or a few tweets. The Iranian security chief emphasizes that Tehran will not relent until Trump is “made sorry for grave strategic miscalculations,” highlighting the deepening crisis in the region. WATCH... [Read More]
13 March,2026 10:41 PM ISTIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Israel is “crushing” Iran and Hezbollah, mocking Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei as a “puppet of the Revolutionary Guards.” In a detailed war briefing, Netanyahu outlined the relentless Israeli strikes targeting Iranian bases, checkpoints and elite units, while signaling potential ground action against Hezbollah in Lebanon. The Prime Minister highlighted his close daily communication with US President Donald Trump and emphasized swift regional campaigns aimed at blocking Iran’s nuclear ambitions, eliminating key scientists, and establishing new alliances for future generations. Meanwhile, Iran has issued threats over the Strait of Hormuz, calling for its closure and promising continued attacks on Gulf states, further escalating tensions as global oil prices soar above $100 per barrel.... [Read More]
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