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Eminent Bengali author Shankar passes away at 92

Eminent Bengali author Shankar passes away at 92

The Sahitya Akademi award-winning writer, best known for his iconic novel Chowringhee and a body of work that chronicled the aspirations, anxieties and moral dilemmas of urban India, had been ailing for some time

The MIX, a Mumbai Indians Experience, to take place in March; check details

The MIX represents a shift in how fandom is experienced in India to create a living, breathing cultural ecosystem where sport, creativity and community intersect

20 February,2026 01:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Feeding India Concert 2026: Shakira to perform in Mumbai; check details

After years of anticipation, the Colombian superstar returns to India where fans have eagerly awaited the opportunity to experience her electrifying live performances

20 February,2026 01:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

The Fringe Festival makes its India debut in Mumbai this March; check details

The festival will feature artists such as Rohan Joshi, Kanan Gill, Varun Grover, Aakash Gupta, Priya Malik, Amandeep Khayal, Urooj Ashfaq and Amit Tandon, alongside acclaimed global works

19 February,2026 04:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Candlelight to host first-of-its-kind open-air concert experience at Delhi's ico

With its sprawling gardens and 18th-century architecture, the venue provides an unparalleled backdrop for live performances

19 February,2026 03:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Italian DJ Anyma to perform in Mumbai in November; check details here

Renowned for reshaping the global techno movement, Anyma stands at the intersection of boundary-defying music, visual art and immersive technology

19 February,2026 02:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Amaan, Ayaan Ali Bangash to release new album ‘Celebrating Our Tigers’ on Feb 20

The spotlight is on India’s iconic tiger habitats—Jim Corbett, Bandhavgarh, Ranthambore, Kabini, Kaziranga, Pench and the Sundarbans

19 February,2026 01:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Ash Wednesday: Pope laments 'ashes of international law' left by recent conflict

Just this week, the Holy See confirmed it would not participate in the Trump Administration's Board of Peace for Gaza

19 February,2026 01:07 PM IST | Rome | AP

Minara Masjid: The abode of Sufi saints

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Presently, Minara Masjid stands atop the tombs of several Sufi saints. Within its premises, there are 21 visible tombs, with 9 located in the basement, 4 positioned near the dargah, one adjacent to the Burj, and 6 situated behind the mosque

19 February,2026 10:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi

Spoken Fest returns to Mumbai for its landmark 10th edition; check details

Beyond the stages, Spoken Fest is designed as an immersive, all-day picnic of ideas, flavours, and discovery

18 February,2026 04:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

In a first, Jharkhand's Ramgarh gets cafe run by transgender persons

An initiative of the district administration, the cafe will be managed by a group of 10 transgender persons

18 February,2026 04:00 PM IST | Ramgarh (Jharkhand) | PTI

World Airmail Day 2026: When the world's first airmail flight took off in India

For Bengaluru-based Piyush Khaitan, an avid collector and Fellow of the Royal Philatelic Society London, these 13 minutes represent a lifetime of forensic pursuit.

18 February,2026 03:17 PM IST | Chennai | PTI
In a first, Jharkhand's Ramgarh gets cafe run by transgender persons

In a first, Jharkhand's Ramgarh gets cafe run by transgender persons

An initiative of the district administration, the cafe will be managed by a group of 10 transgender persons

18 February,2026 04:00 PM IST | Ramgarh (Jharkhand) | PTI
World Airmail Day 2026: When the world's first airmail flight took off in India

World Airmail Day 2026: When the world's first airmail flight took off in India

For Bengaluru-based Piyush Khaitan, an avid collector and Fellow of the Royal Philatelic Society London, these 13 minutes represent a lifetime of forensic pursuit.

18 February,2026 03:17 PM IST | Chennai | PTI
Move over Valentine's Day, celebrate Galentine's Day with your friends in Mumbai

Move over Valentine's Day, celebrate Galentine's Day with your friends in Mumbai

As most people celebrate the day of love this weekend, you don't have to bring your partner along to these events, because you can simply get your girlfriends

18 February,2026 02:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ash Wednesday observed in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi today

Ash Wednesday observed in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi today

A special Holy Mass and prayer services were held on the occasion. The service was led by Thoothukudi Diocesan Bishop Stephen. During the ceremony, ashes were placed on the foreheads of the faithful

18 February,2026 11:20 AM IST | Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | ANI
78-year-old woman secures first rank and gold medal in MA Marathi course

78-year-old woman secures first rank and gold medal in MA Marathi course

For Sushma Moghe, enrolling in the programme was about more than earning a degree. Retirement had left a void in her life, and returning to academics gave her renewed purpose and direction

17 February,2026 04:44 PM IST | Indore | PTI

IN PHOTOS: Indulge in these 6 unique events in Mumbai this weekend

You can not only listen to good music by The Beatles, but can also attend a comedy gig, while also immersing in theatre and other activities this weekend (Story by Shriram Iyengar)

19 February,2026 12:12 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
NH7 Weekender returns to Pune in March with a star-studded 2026 lineup

NH7 Weekender returns to Pune in March with a star-studded 2026 lineup

Nodwin gaming announces the return of NH7 Weekender to Pune from March 13–15, 2026. The festival heads back to Mahalaxmi Lawns with a powerful lineup featuring Talwiinder, Prateek Kuhad, Nucleya, KING and more. Tickets for the festival are now live

17 February,2026 09:53 AM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent

Veteran Odia singer Geeta Patnaik cremated in Cuttack

Veteran Odia singer Geeta Patnaik cremated in Cuttack

Patnaik had suffered a brain stroke last week and was admitted to Capital Hospital after she fell ill while attending an event on Thursday

16 February,2026 10:11 PM IST | Cuttack

Monastery living centres of culture, learning and compassion: Arunachal CM

Monastery living centres of culture, learning and compassion: Arunachal CM

He made the remark while attending the consecration and inauguration of the new administrative block of Sera Jey Jamyang Choekhorling Monastery at the border district of Tawang

16 February,2026 09:59 PM IST | Itanagar | PTI

Odisha: 1 lakh diyas lit at Baba Bhusandeswar temple premises on Mahashivratri

Odisha: 1 lakh diyas lit at Baba Bhusandeswar temple premises on Mahashivratri

Mahashivratri is one of the most auspicious occasions in India. This day is celebrated in the reverence of Lord Shiva

16 February,2026 09:49 PM IST | Balasore (Odisha) | PTI

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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