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Jane Borges

Jane Borges

She writes on books, heritage and urban planning for the Sunday edition of mid-day. She is the co-author of the non-fiction Mafia Queens of Mumbai: Stories of Women From the Ganglands. She moonlights as a storyteller. Twitter: @janborges9 Facebook: @jane.borges

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How this Pune-based urban designer is helping make school zones safer for kids

How this Pune-based urban designer is helping make school zones safer for kids

An urban designer collaborating with the Pune municipality for a one-of-a-kind project to make school zones safer, says cities have a chance to get children on the roads... [Read More]

01 October,2023 08:31 AM IST | Mumbai | Jane Borges
Before Chandrayaan, this lesser-known rescue mission of a space capsule occurred

Before Chandrayaan, this lesser-known rescue mission of a space capsule occurred

While India beat Russia with Chandrayaan 3 in August, a lesser-known rescue mission of a space capsule that arrived at the Bombay Port 55 years ago, scripted the global success story of lunar programmes... [Read More]

01 October,2023 08:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Jane Borges
How this first-of-its-kind biennale in Patna is showcasing Bihar’s rich heritage

How this first-of-its-kind biennale in Patna is showcasing Bihar’s rich heritage

A first-of-its-kind biennale in Patna is not just providing a showcase platform to museums across the world, it’s also making a compelling case for Bihar’s rich heritage and history... [Read More]

24 September,2023 01:11 PM IST | Patna, Bihar | Jane Borges
How Bollywood, television stars are turning voice actors in the age of podcasts

How Bollywood, television stars are turning voice actors in the age of podcasts

You loved them on screen, now get used to hearing them on your phone. Bollywood and television’s darlings are turning voice actors, as fiction podcasts see bullish trend, making the business of listening fiercely competitive... [Read More]

24 September,2023 08:31 AM IST | Mumbai | Jane Borges
How these 5 Indian female biologists have contributed to the wildlife landscape

How these 5 Indian female biologists have contributed to the wildlife landscape

A new book takes us into conversations with female biologists dedicated to keeping wilderness sacred, and here are five of them... [Read More]

17 September,2023 08:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Jane Borges
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ODI World Cup 2023: India's top performers in tournament history

ODI World Cup 2023: India's top performers in tournament history

During the span of these one and a half months, a lot of legends will solidify their names in history while many exciting stars will launch themselves into superstardom. As the tournament draws closer, Mid-Day looks at some Indian stars who have etched their name in history books with their performances.... [Read More]

29 September,2023 09:03 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Lalbaugcha Raja receives over Rs 1.59 cr in donations in 3 days

IN PHOTOS: Lalbaugcha Raja receives over Rs 1.59 cr in donations in 3 days

On Friday, the Lalbaug-based mandal stated that Mumbai`s famous Lalbaugcha Raja received over Rs 1,59,12,000 in donations in three days of the Ganeshotsav festival (Pic/Satej Shinde)... [Read More]

22 September,2023 07:52 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: BMC, Mumbai Police prepare for lord Ganesh idol immersions in city

IN PHOTOS: BMC, Mumbai Police prepare for lord Ganesh idol immersions in city

In a harmonious and incident-free culmination of the Ganesh Chaturthi, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday reported that a total of 196 idols were immersed in the city till 12 pm. Pics/Satej Shinde... [Read More]

20 September,2023 04:51 PM IST
Neeraj Chopra aim for elusive Diamond League glory

Neeraj Chopra aim for elusive Diamond League glory

A World Championships gold was the crowning glory of this season but superstar javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has a title to defend as he takes the field against familiar rivals at the prestigious Diamond League finals on Saturday (Pic: AFP)... [Read More]

15 September,2023 10:31 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Fire breaks out in Vietnam apartment, atleast 12 dead

IN PHOTOS: Fire breaks out in Vietnam apartment, atleast 12 dead

A fire broke out in Vietnam`s capital city Hanoi in a nine-storey apartment building. The fire killed at least 12 persons, state media said. Pics/AFP... [Read More]

13 September,2023 01:14 PM IST
Rohit Sharma weighs in on India's ODI World Cup bid, banks on in-form Pandya

Rohit Sharma weighs in on India's ODI World Cup bid, banks on in-form Pandya

 India captain Rohit Sharma said on Tuesday that the form of Hardik Pandya will be crucial for the team in its attempt to win an elusive ICC trophy (Pic: @bcci/X)... [Read More]

05 September,2023 10:37 PM IST
Asia Cup 2023: No change in venue, Super Four & final to be played in Colombo

Asia Cup 2023: No change in venue, Super Four & final to be played in Colombo

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Tuesday decided to keep the Asia Cup Super 4 and final matches in Colombo itself as the weather in the Sri Lankan capital has shown signs of improvement. (Pic: AFP)... [Read More]

05 September,2023 10:26 PM IST
IN PHOTOS | Let the bonhomie between India and Pakistan prevail!

IN PHOTOS | Let the bonhomie between India and Pakistan prevail!

For the first time in 17 years, two senior BCCI office-bearers --- president Roger Binny and vice-president Rajeev Shukla -- travelled to Pakistan and reached Lahore on Monday after crossing the Attari-Wagah border, honouring the PCB`s invitation to watch Asia Cup there (Pic: AFP)... [Read More]

04 September,2023 10:57 PM IST
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Atleast 24 patients, including 12 infants died in a govt hospital in Nanded

Atleast 24 patients, including 12 infants died in a govt hospital in Nanded

Amid the Opposition`s outcry over the deaths of 24 individuals, including 12 infants, between September 30 and October 1, the Dean of Dr. Shankarrao Chavan Government Medical College and Hospital in Nanded, rejected accusations of negligence against the hospital on Tuesday. He stated that the deceased patients had various medical conditions such as diabetes, liver failure, and kidney failure. Shyamrao Wakode, dean of the hospital, emphasised that there was an ample supply of medicines and doctors, and the patients received appropriate care. However, their bodies did not respond to the treatment.  On Tuesday, Mallikarjun Kharge called for a detailed investigation into the case, stating that the incident was "extremely painful, serious, and worrying." Maharashtra Congress leader Ashok Chavan, visited the hospital and met the dean. Meanwhile, Minister of Medical Education of Maharashtra, Hasan Mushrif said a detailed investigation of the incident will be carried out.... [Read More]

03 October,2023 12:05 PM IST | Mumbai
G20 Summit 2023: US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen lauds India's presidency

G20 Summit 2023: US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen lauds India's presidency

The United States Secretary of the Treasury Janet L Yellen said that the G20 summit 2023 has been extremely effective under India’s leadership in spite of the problems caused by the Russia-Ukraine war and Russia’s general absence from the G20 initiatives. “It is important to emphasise that the G20 is a prime solution to the global challenges. We see it as a premier organisation on a global basis that is taking on critical challenges facing the global economy and particularly the global South. I believe the G20, in spite of obvious problems due to Russia`s war against Ukraine and Russia`s general absence from G20 initiatives, has been extremely effective, especially under India`s leadership. Our goals for the G20 have coincided closely with those of India. We have tackled very important challenges. I think we have had considerable success in changing the way the entire multilateral development system is operating,” said Janet L Yellen on September 08. ... [Read More]

08 September,2023 02:22 PM IST
G20 Summit: Taj Hotel gears up with 120 chefs to make over 500 dishes

G20 Summit: Taj Hotel gears up with 120 chefs to make over 500 dishes

Delhi will soon host the much anticipated G20 Summit. No stone is being left unturned to prepare Delhi for the upcoming event. The international guests are set to arrive soon, staff of luxury hotels is working tirelessly to ensure their stay is ‘homely’. Special attention is being given to the cuisine, with over 120 chefs working at the Taj Hotel alone. A menu with over 500 dishes is being prepared with a number of fusion dishes. The Taj has added some millet-based dishes to the menu in line with 2023 being International Year of Millets. Over 30 luxury hotels will host the delegates during the course of the Summit in Delhi. Notably, the summit will be held on Sept 09 and Sept 10. India`s presidency of the G-20 began on 1 December 2022 when it took over from Indonesia in Bali.... [Read More]

01 September,2023 12:25 PM IST
Archana Gautam & Sheezan Khan Recalling 70 Days Of Khatron Ke Khiladi!

Archana Gautam & Sheezan Khan Recalling 70 Days Of Khatron Ke Khiladi!

Archana Gautam & Sheezan candidly talk about their 70 days of experience filming for Khatron Ke Khiladi. Sheezan also praised Dino James calling him Man Vs Wild and how Archana Gautam brings a lot of fun on the set and for the viewers. Watch the full video to find out more!... [Read More]

17 July,2023 02:19 PM IST
Khatron Ke Khiladi | Shiv Thackeray Confesses That Archana Is His Best Friend No

Khatron Ke Khiladi | Shiv Thackeray Confesses That Archana Is His Best Friend No

Khatron Ke Khiladi contestants return to Mumbai after completing the show and it`s shoot. Shiv Thackeray talked about his growing friendship with Archana saying she has turned into his best friend now. While Archana clearly agreed upon it. Contestants talked about their experience overall. Watch the full video for more. ... [Read More]

05 July,2023 11:35 AM IST
ISRO successfully launches GSLV F-12 from Sriharikota

ISRO successfully launches GSLV F-12 from Sriharikota

ISRO launched 2nd Gen Navigational satellite GSLV-F12 from Sriharikota, AP on May 29. GSLV mission designed to deploy the NVS-01 navigation satellite into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit. NVS-01 is the first of 2nd gen satellites envisaged for Navigation with Indian Constellation services. This satellite will provide real-time services over India and will enhance monitoring and navigation. For the first time, an indigenous atomic clock will be flown in NVS-01.... [Read More]

29 May,2023 01:10 PM IST | Mumbai
12 big cats from South Africa at Kuno Park, total count touches 20

12 big cats from South Africa at Kuno Park, total count touches 20

India welcomed the second lot of Cheetahs as the South African big cats landed in Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior on February 18.  With the arrival of 12 more Cheetahs under ‘Project Cheetah’, Kuno National Park has become home to 20 fastest land animals. The spotted beauties flew from Africa on February 17 and were transferred on Indian Air Force’s C-17 Globemaster Cargo. 12 Cheetahs were released in Sheopur’s Kuno National Park by Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Calling it a Mahashivratri gift from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the CM expressed his gratitude With aim to provide more time to the new members of the Cheetah family for their acclimatisation, the big cats will be quarantined for 30 days as per the international protocol. The move will not only effect the habitat but has already started showing a much-needed change among the people on wildlife.  India’s first batch of 8 Cheetahs that were welcomed in September last year and were released by PM Modi. India is aiming to get a total of 100 Cheetahs from Africa as part of its Cheetah Project.... [Read More]

19 February,2023 07:12 PM IST | Mumbai
India ready to welcome 12 more Cheetahs at Kuno National Park from South Africa

India ready to welcome 12 more Cheetahs at Kuno National Park from South Africa

12 Cheetahs all set to reach India on February 18 from South Africa. They will join 8 cheetahs from neighbouring Namibia. The animals were sedated and loaded into crates. 7 males, 5 females cheetahs South Africa has promised India. Cheetahs loaded onto Galaxy Globemaster C17 of IAF. Aircraft is expected to reach Madhya Pradesh at around 10 am. Cheetahs will be released at Kuno National Park in Gwalior. They will be kept in quarantine enclosures for 30 days. Later, Cheetahs will be released in a larger enclosure.#Cheetah #KunoNationalPark #SouthAfrica... [Read More]

18 February,2023 03:14 PM IST
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