Pooja Desai is Website Head, Mid-Day. A journalist and editor with more than two decades of experience, she has previously worked with two national newspapers, two Mumbai tabloids, a national news website and a local community newspaper. Tweets: @poojadesaid
Jatin Lalit Singh, Malvika Aggarwal and Abhishek Vyas have never met in person, but are the co-founders of three entirely crowd-funded community libraries in UP. They are also involved in Covid-19 relief work and have helped thousands of migrant workers stuck in cities reach safely home... [Read More]
20 June,2021 07:59 PM IST | Mumbai | Pooja DesaiThe new national vaccination policy announced by PM Narendra Modi reserves 25 per cent of vaccines for private entities. Health economist Dr Rijo M John tells Mid-Day.com the policy is inequitable, and the Centre must publish a policy paper on its Covid-19 vaccine programme in consultation with all state governments to ensure fair distribution... [Read More]
14 June,2021 03:17 PM IST | Mumbai | Pooja DesaiPrime Minister Narendra Modi performed pooja at the Ram Lalla Garbha Grah in Ayodhya and will hoist the sacred saffron ‘Dharma Dhwaj’ atop the 191-foot shikhar. The flag, carrying symbols of Om, the Sun and the Kovidara tree, will be raised during the auspicious Abhijit Muhurat of Vivah Panchami. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
25 November,2025 12:44 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]
20 November,2025 09:33 PM ISTA book titled ‘Modi Mission’ has joined the list of biographies written about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s life and political journey was on Friday launched in Mumbai. Pics/X... [Read More]
24 October,2025 11:38 PM ISTDiwali 2025 is here, and celebrities have started sharing pictures from their festivities, extending warm wishes with their fans. From traditional pooja ceremonies to glammed-up pictures and adorable family clicks, celebrities are marking the festival with lots of lights, love and celebrations.... [Read More]
20 October,2025 05:59 PM ISTPooja Hegde recently turned a year older on October 13, 2025. The actress had an intimate birthday celebration with her near and dear ones as she celebrated her 35th birthday. On Tuesday, the actress took to Instagram to share a series of photos from her birthday celebrations. She captioned the post, "A birthday filled with laughter, goofiness, peace and a whole lot of love. Thank you for all your wishes." Here are some glimpses from her birthday celebrations.... [Read More]
14 October,2025 10:09 PM ISTPooja Hegde has made her mark in Indian cinema having worked in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi language films opposite some of the biggest superstars of the country. Apart from her acting chops, she has also time and again stunned with sartorial choices. On her birthday, we take a look at her desi wardrobe that will inspire you for this Diwali season... [Read More]
13 October,2025 02:09 PM ISTBigg Boss captaincy is never just about rules — it’s about power, drama, and making tough calls. From clashes to controversies, some captains left a permanent mark with their explosive decisions and leadership style. From Kunickaa Sadanand to Gauahar Khan have a look at controversial captains over the seasons... [Read More]
04 September,2025 06:36 PM ISTAs the new season of the popular reality show Bigg Boss hosted by Salman Khan gears up for launch, we take a look at some of the most controversial contestants in the history of the show... [Read More]
23 August,2025 11:07 AM ISTAhead of the release of the action thriller Retro, lead actor Suriya joined director Karthik Subbaraj and producer Jayantilal Gada for a grand promotional event in Mumbai. Suriya, who stars alongside Pooja Hegde in the film, looked effortlessly stylish as he posed with the poster and interacted with the media, building excitement for the film’s release.... [Read More]
30 April,2025 08:31 PM ISTAnkit Tiwari, the renowned and talented singer in the entertainment industry, celebrated his birthday with a grand celebration. Many from the industry attended the star-studded birthday bash, including actor Neil Nitin Mukesh, and television actors such as Karan Veer Mehra, Rashami Desai, Divyanka Tripathi, and more. At the bash, while interacting with media, Ankit Tiwari was asked to sing to Sanam Teri Kasam`s title song.... [Read More]
07 March,2025 10:11 PM ISTThe screening of Kaushaljis vs Kaushal was a glamorous affair, attended by celebrities like director Rohit Shetty, actors Neil Nitin Mukesh, Pavail Gulati, Isha Talwar, and Sheeba Chaddha. The film, now streaming on JioHotstar, is a gripping family drama directed by Seema Desai, exploring the emotional journey of siblings Yug and Reet amidst their parents` impending separation. The screening featured the film’s cast, whose chemistry and performances received a warm reception, building anticipation for the audience`s response.... [Read More]
21 February,2025 06:00 PM ISTBollywood star Shahid Kapoor makes his much-anticipated return to the big screen after almost a year with his latest action thriller, Deva. Directed by Rosshan Andrrews in his Hindi directorial debut, the film follows Dev Ambre, a complex and rebellious police officer, delving into the duality of human nature. Early audience reactions have been mixed—while many praised Shahid Kapoor’s gripping performance as a bipolar Mumbai cop, drawing comparisons to his iconic role in Kabir Singh, others felt the storyline was underdeveloped. The music, however, has been widely appreciated, and Pooja Hegde`s role was primarily limited to a visual presence. Watch the video for more.... [Read More]
31 January,2025 03:53 PM ISTShahid Kapoor’s upcoming film Deva is creating a buzz online. At a recent press conference in Delhi, he discussed how the film stands apart from his previous role in Kabir Singh. Kapoor also shed light on the unique challenges he encountered while portraying the character and how deeply he resonated with the role. During the event, he shared what makes Deva so special to him.... [Read More]
30 January,2025 01:11 PM ISTThe much-anticipated trailer for `Deva` was launched in Mumbai, with the main cast Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde, Pavail Gulati alongside producer Siddharth Roy Kapur and director Rosshan Andrrews. The team discussed the film`s gripping theme and what audiences can expect from this high-octane action thriller. Shahid Kapoor, who plays the lead role of a cop, described Deva as his most complex role to date, showcasing intense action sequences that have left audiences intrigued. Pooja Hegde lauded Shahid’s performance, highlighting the depth he brings to the role. Pavail Gulati emphasised the film`s intensity and credited Shahid’s powerful portrayal and Rosshan’s vision for the compelling narrative that drives the story... [Read More]
17 January,2025 08:31 PM ISTMakar Sankranti 2025 is being celebrated on 14th January across India. Also known as Uttarayan and Pongal, this festival is celebrated in varied forms and rituals across different Indian states setting a perfect example of India’s unity in diversity. Cultural food is one of the major highlights of this festival as varied regional cuisines like Khichadi, Puran Poli, Gajak and many more are prepared especially on this day to celebrate the occasion. Why is Makar Sankranti celebrated and how does India celebrate it through food? Take a look... [Read More]
12 January,2025 05:00 PM ISTRanbir Kapoor showed his support for his cousin Zahan Kapoor at the screening of Zahan`s new Netflix series `Black Warrant,` which is directed by Vikramaditya Motwane. Zahan, the grandson of Shashi Kapoor, had many celebrities in attendance, including Ananya Panday, Neetu Kapoor, Mahesh Bhatt, Pooja Bhatt, Radhikka Madan, and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap. The event marked a notable moment for Zahan`s career in the industry.... [Read More]
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