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Rafale Scam – A Never Ending Tale of Allegations

Rafale Scam – A Never Ending Tale of Allegations

The political controversy over the Rafale deal has become a bone of contention between the two political archrivals, with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accusing the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government of irregularities in the 2012 fighter jet purchase agreement.... [Read More]

28 December,2021 12:38 PM IST | New Delhi | Samiksha Mishra , Prakash Bhandari
Allahabad HC has failed to read section 5 of the POCSO Act: Vrinda Grover

Allahabad HC has failed to read section 5 of the POCSO Act: Vrinda Grover

After an Allahabad HC verdict raised eyebrows for handing out a reduced sentence to a convict guilty of oral sex with a 10-year-old, Mid-day asked human rights advocate Vrinda Grover tjudg weigh the judgment and explain how the POSCO Act was being read incorrectly ... [Read More]

26 November,2021 04:37 PM IST | Mumbai | Samiksha Mishra
Surface matters

Surface matters

An exhibition puts the spotlight on paintings from colonial India that weren't created on canvas... [Read More]

11 August,2019 07:18 AM IST | | Samiksha Mishra
Kalamkari in new avatar

Kalamkari in new avatar

Artist Lavanya Mani distills her life's work in kalamkari for a two-day workshop ... [Read More]

11 August,2019 07:14 AM IST | | Samiksha Mishra
Up in the air

Up in the air

Channel your inner child at a new trampoline park in Lower Parel ... [Read More]

03 August,2019 09:06 AM IST | | Samiksha Mishra
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PICS: Raveena Tandon, Onir, Sudhir Mishra at opening night of Kashish Film Fest

PICS: Raveena Tandon, Onir, Sudhir Mishra at opening night of Kashish Film Fest

KASHISH Mumbai International Queer Film Festival is South Asia’s biggest queer film festival, and the first LGBTQ+ film festival in India to be held in a mainstream theatre. It is the first Indian LGBTQ+ festival to be held with approval by the Information & Broadcasting Ministry, Government of India. The festival had a str studded opening night on Wednesday, June 7. Check out some of the pictures from the night (All Photos/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]

08 June,2023 09:20 AM IST
In Photos: SC gets two new judges, CJI administers oath of office as judges

In Photos: SC gets two new judges, CJI administers oath of office as judges

Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and senior advocate Kalpathy Venkataraman Viswanathan were on Friday administered the oath of office as judges of the Supreme Court by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]

19 May,2023 01:34 PM IST
 5 veterans who embodied humour and villain-ism with ease

5 veterans who embodied humour and villain-ism with ease

Most people view the world as black-and-white. They believe in the dichotomy of good and bad and live life on either end. This belief also extends to the world shown in limelight where actors often choose to portray either the hero or the villain. Although a handful of people believe otherwise and even though they have limited screen time, they portray their characters so effortlessly that they manage to steal the limelight. They reiterate that the full potential of any character is extracted only by the dexterity of the actor embodying it. We are blessed to have witnessed such seasoned actors who have proved their prowess across various genres:... [Read More]

05 May,2023 02:31 PM IST
Afwaah: Bhumi Pednekar, Nawazuddin Sidiqqui and Sudhir Mishra react to rumours

Afwaah: Bhumi Pednekar, Nawazuddin Sidiqqui and Sudhir Mishra react to rumours

The team of the upcoming `Afwaah` filmmaker Sudhir Mishra, actors Bhumi Pednekar and Nawazuddin Siddiqui share their thoughts about rumours they face being celebrities and the paparazzi culture. Find out why they were sleepless for 40 nights and much more. Watch the full interview on mid-day`s Youtube page.... [Read More]

05 May,2023 11:05 AM IST
Sanya Malhotra and Co pose with a big jackfruit at the trailer launch of Kathal

Sanya Malhotra and Co pose with a big jackfruit at the trailer launch of Kathal

Sanya Malhotra, who is well-known for movies like `Dangal`, `Badhai Ho`, and `Pagglait` to name a few, is all set to surprise her fans and viewers with her never-seen-before character of a cop in Netflix`s upcoming satirical comedy, `Kathal`. Directed by Yashowardhan Mishra, the story of `Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery`, revolves around Sanya Malhotra, a sincere and determined police officer who is on a mission to find missing jackfruit. The trailer launch of `Kathal` took place in Mumbai on Thursday evening in the presence of various eminent personalities from the showbiz industry, including Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga and TV Czarina Ektaa Kapoor. However, the real highlight of the evening was the giant green jackfruit that stole the limelight!... [Read More]

04 May,2023 11:17 PM IST
Will IPL 2023 be MS Dhoni's last? Who else could bid adieu? Find out here

Will IPL 2023 be MS Dhoni's last? Who else could bid adieu? Find out here

MS Dhoni and Ishant Sharma are among a handful of players hoping for a final hurrah in what is likely to be their last IPL appearance. Besides them, there’s also Amit Mishra, Ambati Rayudu, and Wriddhiman Saha. Hanging on for the 16th edition of the IPL might just be a step to far for these veterans. (Pic Courtesy: AP/PTI/AFP)... [Read More]

17 March,2023 09:14 PM IST
Bollywood’s Top Stories: Subhash Ghai’s new film, Anurag on Kapil Sharma's film

Bollywood’s Top Stories: Subhash Ghai’s new film, Anurag on Kapil Sharma's film

Bollywood’s Top Stories: Designer Anjali Phougat shares her experience with ‘Miss Universe 2023’ stage, Subhash Ghai announces new film with his `Hero` Jackie Shroff, Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta-starrer `Vadh` to release on Netflix on February 3, Anurag Kashyap lavishes praise on Kapil Sharma`s performance in `Zwigato`, ‘Pathaan`: Shah Rukh Khan, John Abraham react to their almost-kiss memes. ... [Read More]

01 February,2023 11:04 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: Ranveer Singh, Rohit Shetty at special screening of 'Cirkus' for fans

IN PHOTOS: Ranveer Singh, Rohit Shetty at special screening of 'Cirkus' for fans

The maker of the Golmaal series, Rohit Shetty, is back with yet another comic caper. The filmmaker`s latest release titled Cirkus has now been released in theatres. Starring Ranveer Singh and Varun Sharma in double roles along with a promising cast of Sanjay Mishra, Johny Lever, Siddharth Jadhav, Pooja Hegde, Tiku Talsania, and Jacqueline Fernandez among others, the film promises to be a light-hearted entertainer. Ahead of its theatrical release, on Thursday night, the makers hosted a special screening attended by fans and the media. The team of Cirkus dropped by at the theatre to greet the excited fans. (All Photos/ Yogen Shah)... [Read More]

23 December,2022 08:53 AM IST
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Leave same-sex marriage to Parliament: Bar Council to SC

Leave same-sex marriage to Parliament: Bar Council to SC

The Bar Council of India has resolved to request the Supreme Court to leave the issue of same-sex marriage to legislative process for wide spread consultation, saying that the matter is "highly sensitive" and having "social, religious and cultural connotations". Advocate and Chairman of Bar Council of India, Manan Kumar Mishra on April 24 talked to the media regarding the issue of same sex marriage in India. He said, “Nation’s socio-religious culture does not allow such a thing. It is a matter for the Parliament to decide and not the Courts. ... [Read More]

24 April,2023 04:03 PM IST | Mumbai
Bhumi Pednekar, Kriti Sanon & Other B-Town Celebs Spotted In Mumbai

Bhumi Pednekar, Kriti Sanon & Other B-Town Celebs Spotted In Mumbai

Stars like Kriti Sanon, Shraddha Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar with sister Samiksha Pednekar, Orhan Awatramani and others were spotted in Andheri.... [Read More]

08 February,2023 11:28 PM IST | Mumbai
Air India Urination Case: Kathak dancers slam accused Shankar Mishra

Air India Urination Case: Kathak dancers slam accused Shankar Mishra

The Statement made by Shankar Mishra is a myth as dancers train their minds. The Kathak dancer community got anguished over the remark of ‘AIR INDIA PEE- GATE’ accused Shankar Mishra on Kathak dancers.“This is an absurd statement and with this, he has insulted all Kathak dancers. The statement is a myth as dancers train their minds and body in a way that can remain very balanced for a very long time,” said a Kathak dancer Soni Chaurasia from Varanasi. Sushmita Sinha a Kathak dancer from Mumbai said that this is a totally wrong statement. If someone doesn’t have any urinal disease so this cannot happen. #ShankarMishra #Kathakdancers #AirIndia ... [Read More]

15 January,2023 02:10 PM IST
Kuttey Public Review| Arjun Kapoor, Tabu, Konkana Sen Sharma, Radhika Madan

Kuttey Public Review| Arjun Kapoor, Tabu, Konkana Sen Sharma, Radhika Madan

Kuttey is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Aasmaan Bhardwaj, in his directorial debut. It is produced by Vishal Bhardwaj Films, T-Series Films and Luv Films. The film stars an ensemble cast of Tabu, Arjun Kapoor, Naseeruddin Shah, Radhika Madan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Kumud Mishra and Shardul Bhardwaj. Watch what public has to say about the film.... [Read More]

14 January,2023 12:53 PM IST | Mumbai
Air India Pee Case: Accused Shankar Mishra arrested from Bengaluru

Air India Pee Case: Accused Shankar Mishra arrested from Bengaluru

Shankar Mishra, accused of urinating on an elderly woman co-passenger onboard an Air India flight from New York to Delhi, has been sent to 14-day judicial custody by Delhi’s Patiala House Court on Saturday afternoon. Mishra- moved a bail plea in the court, which has been scheduled for a hearing on January 11. Mishra was arrested from Bengaluru earlier today and has been brought to Delhi. He was reportedly staying alone at a guest house in Sanjay Nagar, Bengaluru to evade arrest.... [Read More]

08 January,2023 05:31 PM IST | Mumbai
Besharam Rang Song: Bollywood And Politicians React On Pathaan Controversy

Besharam Rang Song: Bollywood And Politicians React On Pathaan Controversy

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone starrer ‘Pathaan’ has become the latest victim of Bollywood’s boycott culture. The anger started over the saffron color of Deepika’s outfit in the song ‘Besharam Rang’. State Minister Narottam Mishra said the song is highly objectionable and shot with a dirty mindset. Ever since Mishra raised his voice, various political leaders have been raising voices against the song for hurting religious sentiments. Meanwhile, bollywood backed Pathaan indirectly by talking about Social media, freedom of speech at the Kolkata Film Festival and on twitter handles. Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav also called this as BJP’s strategy to distract people from burning issues like rising unemployment, inflation, etc. Recently, Congress leader and Chattisgarh Chief Minister, Bhupesh Baghel, came in support of the song Besharam Rang and called the trolls as ‘Bajrangi Goons’... [Read More]

20 December,2022 11:00 AM IST | Mumbai
Neena Gupta Rewinds Her Struggling Days, Talks About Her Upcoming Movie Vadh

Neena Gupta Rewinds Her Struggling Days, Talks About Her Upcoming Movie Vadh

Neena Gupta in an interview about her upcoming movie Vadh talked about her struggling days and what she would like the aspiring actors to do. She also talked about her experience of working in different movie genres and gave a glimpse of her upcoming projects.   ... [Read More]

01 December,2022 04:15 PM IST | Mumbai
Film Producer Kamal Kishor Mishra Hits Wife With Car; Case Registered

Film Producer Kamal Kishor Mishra Hits Wife With Car; Case Registered

After his wife caught him with another woman, film producer Kamal Kishor Mishra rammed her with his car. ‘Case registered against film producer Kamal Kishore Mishra at Amboli PS u/s 279 & 338 of IPC for hitting his wife with a car. She claims after the incident she suffered head injuries.We`re searching for accused. Further investigation underway:’Amboli Police... [Read More]

27 October,2022 10:59 PM IST
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