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India Jazz Project: Grammy Award-winning Tinariwen to headline inaugural edition

India Jazz Project: Grammy Award-winning Tinariwen to headline inaugural edition

Icons of desert blues and one of the most influential global acts of the past two decades, Tinariwen will play across three cities

Google celebrates New Year's Eve with colourful doodle

Ahead of 2026, the New Year's Eve Google Doodle is a fun interpretation with a lots of colour and sound too

31 December,2025 02:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Happy New Year 2026 wishes, messages, status and greetings to share with all

Celebrate New Year 2026 by sharing heartfelt wishes, messages, status updates and greetings with family and friends to welcome the year with hope and positivity. A new year is not just about changing dates, but about embracing new dreams, learning from the past, and moving forward with positivity

31 December,2025 12:52 PM IST | Mumbai (Maharashtra) | mid-day online correspondent

Almost 40 per cent music fans from outside of Mumbai came for Sunburn: Data

The leading contribution came from cities such as Pune, Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Kolkata, followed by a remarkable rise in audiences from Tier-2 cities

31 December,2025 12:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Here is your audiobook and film guide that capture the festive season

Whether it is unravelling a Christmas mystery or laughing along with a holiday classic, the right audiobook or film can turn quiet evenings into memorable moments

30 December,2025 04:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Top trends to leave behind in 2025 in culinary, beauty, and design

Be it culinary or fashion, latest trends might spread like wildfire, but they go as easily as they come. Industry experts and influencers reveal the one trend they wish is left behind in 2025

30 December,2025 03:03 PM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal

Comic Con India's Pune edition to take place in March; check all the details

The 13th edition of Comic Con India in Pune, promises an exciting geeky weekend dedicated to all things from the world of pop-culture fandom

30 December,2025 01:42 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent

Mangaluru Kambala: All you need to know about the lesser-known buffalo race

Kambala is a celebration of the Tulu Nadu region's cattle, crops, and culture

29 December,2025 04:07 PM IST | Mangaluru (Karnataka) | ANI

Bringing stories behind bars: Storytelling session held at Udaipur Central Jail

In a rare cultural initiative inside a prison setting, inmates at Udaipur Central Jail took part in a storytelling session designed to encourage self-expression and emotional reflection, allowing participants to share personal stories

26 December,2025 09:19 PM IST | Udaipur | mid-day online correspondent

Rahman, Sonu Nigam, Hariharan, Shaan reunite for Haazri tribute in Mumbai

The evening is also about the bond that Khan Sahab shared with his students

26 December,2025 12:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

From biryani to plum cake: How Mumbai’s diverse homes celebrate Christmas

Mumbai boasts of a prominent South Indian community, and among them, the Tamil community tells mid-day all about their Christmas traditions that celebrate culture through food and worship

24 December,2025 05:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

The Secret Santa spectrum: From notes to rubber lizards

From a handwritten letter to tea-stained mugs, here is what they had to say about the art of anonymous gifting. The annual ritual of Secret Santa is far more than a simple holiday tradition; it's a high-stakes social litmus test. Whether it’s a moka pot that fuels a morning or a rubber lizard that fuels a nightmare

24 December,2025 02:44 PM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal
From biryani to plum cake: How Mumbai’s diverse homes celebrate Christmas

From biryani to plum cake: How Mumbai’s diverse homes celebrate Christmas

Mumbai boasts of a prominent South Indian community, and among them, the Tamil community tells mid-day all about their Christmas traditions that celebrate culture through food and worship

24 December,2025 05:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
The Secret Santa spectrum: From notes to rubber lizards

The Secret Santa spectrum: From notes to rubber lizards

From a handwritten letter to tea-stained mugs, here is what they had to say about the art of anonymous gifting. The annual ritual of Secret Santa is far more than a simple holiday tradition; it's a high-stakes social litmus test. Whether it’s a moka pot that fuels a morning or a rubber lizard that fuels a nightmare

24 December,2025 02:44 PM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal
Jaisalmer: Tourists throng city to celebrate the Christmas holidays

Jaisalmer: Tourists throng city to celebrate the Christmas holidays

The tourism business in Jaisalmer had seen a significant jump. From the Sonar Fort to the historic havelis, the town is experiencing a surge, with tourists now outnumbering residents on the streets. The world-famous tourist destination Jaisalmer has seen a rise in domestic and international tourists during the Christmas holidays

24 December,2025 11:17 AM IST | Jaisalmer | Agencies
Mizoram embraces festive spirit ahead of 155th Christmas celebration

Mizoram embraces festive spirit ahead of 155th Christmas celebration

Preparations have begun in all churches, with the buildings and courtyards being decorated. This time, Mizoram will witness the 155th year of the Christmas celebration. People came out in large numbers for pre-Christmas shopping in the markets in the capital as well as district headquarters.

24 December,2025 11:11 AM IST | Aizawl | Agencies
Christmas spirit sweeps Indian cities ahead of festivities and holidays

Christmas spirit sweeps Indian cities ahead of festivities and holidays

From festooned markets in Bhubaneswar and Guwahati to candlelight prayers at Shimla’s iconic Christ Church, festive preparations and celebrations are in full swing ahead of Christmas. Shops in Guwahati, Assam, are also buzzing with the festive spirit as the markets are decked up with Christmas decorations

24 December,2025 10:50 AM IST | Bhubaneswar | Agencies

IN PHOTOS: Argy delivers mesmerising performance in Delhi-NCR

On a two-city India tour, the Greek DJ and producer unleashed his hypnotic music in the national capital over the weekend, and here are some glimpses of it

29 December,2025 02:04 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Eminent Hindi writer and Jnanpith Award winner Vinod Kumar Shukla passes away

Eminent Hindi writer and Jnanpith Award winner Vinod Kumar Shukla passes away

A celebrated literary figure, Vinod Kumar Shukla was the author of acclaimed novels such as 'Naukar Ki Kameez', 'Khilega To Dekhenge', 'Deewar Mein Ek Khidki Rehti Thi', and 'Ek Chuppi Jagah'

23 December,2025 08:42 PM IST | Raipur | PTI

Kerala's Malappuram puts up 30-ft-tall eco-friendly Christmas tree

Kerala's Malappuram puts up 30-ft-tall eco-friendly Christmas tree

Unlike conventional artificial decorations, the tree has been created by planting and nurturing organic saplings, blending festive spirit with a strong message of environmental responsibility

23 December,2025 12:20 PM IST | Malappuram (Kerala) | ANI

Vince Zampella, co-creator of 'Call of Duty', passes away at 55

Vince Zampella, co-creator of 'Call of Duty', passes away at 55

Video game company Electronic Arts said Zampella died on Sunday, December 21. The company did not disclose the cause of death

23 December,2025 11:19 AM IST | Washington | AP

Sunburn 2025 | Mathame: Mt Etna helped us shape our sound

Sunburn 2025 | Mathame: Mt Etna helped us shape our sound

Ahead of their Sunburn performance, the Italian DJ duo speak about how the volcano inspires them, the future of AI in music, and why building an identity today is more difficult than before

20 December,2025 01:49 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

Hidden Heritage of Girgaon: Oldest Ganeshotsav Pandals of Mumbai

    Hidden Heritage of Girgaon: Oldest Ganeshotsav Pandals of Mumbai

    Step into the heart of Mumbai’s Ganeshotsav with Mid-Day. In this special video, we take you on a tour of Girgaon’s oldest Ganpati pandals, each with a history of over 100 years. From Keshavji Naik Chawl—the birthplace of Mumbai’s first public Ganeshotsav in 1893—to other iconic mandals of Girgaon, witness the traditions, the idols, and the stories that have kept this festival alive for generations.

    02 September,2025 03:43 PM IST
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