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With embroidery, nostalgia and a plushie pool of apples and hearts, Péro’s new collection transforms the bubble-headed, bow-wearing Hello Kitty into a global story of friendship, and all the ways cuteness connects us... [Read More]
20 April,2025 08:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Shweta ShiwareThe latest edition of Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI in Mumbai struck a progressive and pensive tone for its 25th anniversary, playing to type rather than hype, while still delivering showstoppers and strategic brand placements... [Read More]
06 April,2025 07:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Shweta ShiwareDesigner Anamika Khanna, whose digital show marked the reunion of Lakmé Fashion Week and the Fashion Design Council of India in 2021, returns to open the 25th-anniversary edition with her prêt line in Mumbai... [Read More]
23 March,2025 07:16 AM IST | Mumbai | Shweta ShiwareInside Textiles from Bengal: A Shared Legacy exhibition, moments from Bengal’s past unfold, revealing new insights into the interwoven history of textiles, shaped by time, politics, and geography... [Read More]
02 March,2025 08:34 AM IST | Mumbai | Shweta ShiwareMasaba Gupta’s latest collection shows that jewellery is more than just sparkle—it’s a statement of growth, self-invention and shedding labels... [Read More]
15 February,2025 07:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Shweta ShiwareA US-Israel attack on Iran`s tallest bridge killed eight people and wounded 95 others, officials said, according to state TV and Fars news agency. Pics and text/AFP... [Read More]
03 April,2026 04:41 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. (Pics/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
15 March,2026 08:33 PM ISTIn the T20 World Cup 2026 match against Team India, the West Indies posted a total of 195 runs. Here`s all you need to know (Pics: X)... [Read More]
01 March,2026 08:54 PM ISTMunicipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani on Wednesday presented the Budget 2026-27 of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to Standing Committee Chairman Prabhakar Shinde at 2 pm. (PICS/ SATEJ SHINDE)... [Read More]
25 February,2026 10:01 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.... [Read More]
29 December,2025 09:20 PM ISTThe seven accused in the Rs 195-crore drug-manufacturing unit bust case in Satara were produced before Mumbai’s Esplanade Court on Sunday. PHOTOS/SHADAB KHAN... [Read More]
14 December,2025 03:58 PM ISTMahouts guided Sumatran elephants to help remove fallen trees and debris in Meureudu, Pidie Jaya district, Aceh province, Indonesia, on Monday. (PICS. AFP) TEXT: AP... [Read More]
08 December,2025 03:14 PM ISTFollowing the massive IndiGo disruption that left thousands of passengers stranded, the airline on Saturday said it had restored more than 95 per cent of its network. Pics/PTI... [Read More]
06 December,2025 11:08 PM ISTPresident Trump takes full credit for a high-stakes strike on Iran’s largest bridge, the B1 link connecting Tehran and Karaj, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The $400 million, 136-metre-high bridge collapsed in a dramatic blast, footage revealing the destruction of the central span. Initial reports indicate eight fatalities and ninety-five injuries, though civilian presence remains unclear at the time of the attack. The White House claims near-complete strategic success following the February 28, 2026 offensive, calling the operation a decisive blow in the ongoing US-Israel campaign. Iranian authorities, including Abbas Araghchi, have condemned the attack on civilian infrastructure, while Tehran emphasizes resilience, asserting that destruction of critical bridges will not force surrender. WATCH... [Read More]
03 April,2026 06:58 PM ISTA powerful and far-reaching winter storm is accelerating eastward, placing nearly two-thirds of the United States under escalating weather threats. Forecast models indicate a rapidly intensifying system stretching from Texas to New England, capable of delivering crippling ice, heavy snowfall and extreme Arctic cold over several days. A critical 72-hour window highlights a direct hit along the I-95 corridor, with cities from Washington D.C. to New York and Boston facing the potential for disruptive snow and damaging ice. Forecasters warn that ice accumulation in some regions could rival hurricane-level impacts, particularly where power infrastructure is most vulnerable. WATCH ... [Read More]
23 January,2026 12:57 AM ISTMLK weekend travel has hit a major roadblock as a powerful winter weather system sweeps across the eastern half of the United States, disrupting both air and ground transportation. From the Great Lakes through the Northeast and into parts of the South, travellers are facing widespread delays, cancellations, and hazardous road conditions during one of the busiest holiday weekends of the year. According to FlightAware data, more than 3,200 U.S. flights have been delayed, while close to 95 flights were cancelled as snow, ice and strong winds impacted major travel hubs. Nearly 48 million people remain under active weather alerts, with conditions evolving rapidly across several states. WATCH ... [Read More]
18 January,2026 08:45 PM ISTNewly surfaced Epstein-linked case files have thrown Trump back into the center of a fast-escalating storm, a storm the Department of Justice has already moved to shut down with a blunt, categorical denial. These documents, packed with heavy redactions, outline a disturbing allegation made by an unnamed woman whose identity is completely wiped from the record. According to the FBI notes, the woman accused both Trump and Jeffrey Epstein of raping her inside a luxury property, an accusation she reportedly feared taking to the police, claiming she would be killed for speaking up. WATCH ... [Read More]
24 December,2025 12:14 AM ISTSeveral Bollywood personalities gathered to pay their respects at the prayer meet of Rono Mukherjee, uncle of actresses Kajol and Rani Mukerji. Kajol, Ayan Mukerji, Jaya Bachchan, Shweta Bachchan, Tanishaa Mukerji, and Sumona Chakravarti were among those seen offering condolences and standing by the Mukerjee family during the solemn occasion.... [Read More]
04 June,2025 05:03 PM ISTIn a shining example of resilience and courage, 17-year-old Kafi, an acid attack survivor from Chandigarh, scored 95.6 per cent in the CBSE Class 12 examinations--and that’s not all. Kafi aspires to become an IAS officer in the near future. Kafi said, "I belong to Hisar, Haryana. In the recent results of the CBSE Boards, I scored 95.6% in Class 12. In Class 10, I had scored 95.2% as well. I am an acid attack victim, and my target is to become an IAS officer. Being a visually challenged girl, there were a lot of challenges, but my parents and teachers helped me a lot to conquer them... My main sources of study were audio and textbooks..."... [Read More]
15 May,2025 08:56 PM ISTAs Mid-day hosted the third edition of the Powerful Women Awards, a gathering of remarkable achievers came together to celebrate each other`s success. From Amruta Fadnavis, Chhaya Kadam, and Bhagyashree, to Shweta Tripathi, these influential women shared their perspectives on what it truly means to be powerful. Watch the video for more. ... [Read More]
08 March,2025 06:59 PM ISTAcclaimed actress Shweta Tripathi is set to make her mark as a producer with exciting projects in the pipeline. On Mid-day Powerful Women season 3, the Mirzapur star traces her career, marriage with Chaitanya Sharma, going childfree so far, and more. Shweta also questions the beauty standards women are expected to follow and the shift required in society’s mindset to bring about a bigger change.... [Read More]
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