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National awardee Patachitra artist says govt to provide platform for folk artist

National awardee Patachitra artist says govt to provide platform for folk artist

Chitrakar pointed out that the 'Patachitra,' a form of painting, incorporates songs inspired by Krishna Leela, Ramayana, Goddess Durga, and other themes

Calvin Harris Mumbai concert: Your complete travel guide for the performance

Whether you’re making your way across Mumbai or flying in for the night, here’s what to keep in mind before heading to Calvin Harris’ India debut in the city

15 April,2026 04:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Scorpions India tour 2026: 5 reasons why you should witness the German rock band

Known for hits such as “Rock You Like a Hurricane,” “Still Loving You,” “Send Me an Angel,” and “Wind of Change”, they will be on a four-city India tour this April

15 April,2026 03:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Why India’s trans community is bracing for legal redaction

From medical tribunals to the criminalisation of chosen families, trans activists reveal how India’s new legislation weaponizes the healthcare system to exhaust its trans population into invisibility

15 April,2026 03:40 PM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai Agarwal

Calvin Harris Mumbai concert: Listen to these 10 iconic song collaborations

Harris is all set to perform in India for the very first time this April, and there is a lot to explore before you watch him live in Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi-NCR

15 April,2026 03:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

California recognises Baisaikhi as an important day for Sikh Americans

The resolution, moved by California Assembly member Jasmeet Kaur Bains, received support from 76 members of the 80-member House and adopted on Monday, on the eve of Baisakhi

15 April,2026 12:46 PM IST | Washington | PTI

Vishu 2026: Kerala temple gets life-size mechanical elephant for celebrations

The mechanical elephant was donated to the Punnakkaparambil Sree Bhadrakali Vishnumaya temple, which was unveiled as part of Vishu celebrations here on Wednesday

15 April,2026 12:44 PM IST | Thrissur (Kerala) | PTI

People of Kerala celebrate Vishu with colour, rituals and festivity

Temples across Kerala, especially those dedicated to Lord Krishna, are holding special Vishu rituals

15 April,2026 10:12 AM IST | Thiruvananthapuram | PTI

Ardh Kumbh Mela in Haridwar to be held from Jan to April in 2027; check details

While declaring the dates for the Ardh Kumbh baths, Mela Officer Sonika Singh stated that during the four-month-long mela - spanning from January to April 2027 - the first bathing festival will take place on January 14

15 April,2026 09:57 AM IST | Haridwar (Uttar Pradesh) | PTI

Punjab farmers celebrate Baisakhi with enthusiasm, harvesting wheat

The festival marks the Punjabi New Year and symbolises prosperity and gratitude for a good Rabi harvest

14 April,2026 04:13 PM IST | Amritsar | ANI

Assam begins week-long Rongali Bihu celebrations with traditional Goru Bihu

Along with other parts of the state in Guwahati also, people on Tuesday have observed traditional Goru Bihu on the first day of Rongali Bihu

14 April,2026 12:31 PM IST | Guwahati | ANI

Nepal marks onset of New Year 2083 Bikram Sambat

Baishakh 1, the first day of the Bikram Sambat calendar, is widely observed across the country as the Nepali New Year. The day holds deep cultural and spiritual significance, with people celebrating the new year.

14 April,2026 09:49 AM IST | Kathmandu | ANI
Assam begins week-long Rongali Bihu celebrations with traditional Goru Bihu

Assam begins week-long Rongali Bihu celebrations with traditional Goru Bihu

Along with other parts of the state in Guwahati also, people on Tuesday have observed traditional Goru Bihu on the first day of Rongali Bihu

14 April,2026 12:31 PM IST | Guwahati | ANI
Nepal marks onset of New Year 2083 Bikram Sambat

Nepal marks onset of New Year 2083 Bikram Sambat

Baishakh 1, the first day of the Bikram Sambat calendar, is widely observed across the country as the Nepali New Year. The day holds deep cultural and spiritual significance, with people celebrating the new year.

14 April,2026 09:49 AM IST | Kathmandu | ANI
Karan Aujla honours Asha Bhosle during Mumbai performance

Karan Aujla honours Asha Bhosle during Mumbai performance

Aujla paid tribute to the Indian music legend by also playing a clip from one of his earlier shows, where she sang his popular hit 'Tauba Tauba'

13 April,2026 02:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma pays tribute to Asha Bhosle at Kolkata concert

Sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma pays tribute to Asha Bhosle at Kolkata concert

While he performed ‘Ekla Cholo’, the timeless masterpiece by Rabindranath Tagore, he also played a sitar version of the popular song sung by Bhosle and Mohammed Rafi

13 April,2026 02:28 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondent
Nepal hosts 13th International Tattoo Convention, showcases unique body art

Nepal hosts 13th International Tattoo Convention, showcases unique body art

The event featured artists inking a wide range of designs, including Hindu deities such as Ganesh, Hanuman, Lord Buddha, the Living Goddess Kumari, as well as contemporary and abstract concepts that fuse tradition with modern aesthetics

13 April,2026 12:26 PM IST | Lalitpur (Nepal) | ANI

PICS: Explore these 5 fun summer activities this April

Don’t let Mumbai’s sizzling heat get in the way of picking up a new summer interest (Story by Devashish Kamble)

16 April,2026 12:21 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Amarnath Yatra to begin from July 3, registrations to open from April 15

Amarnath Yatra to begin from July 3, registrations to open from April 15

Pilgrims between the ages of 13 and 70 can undertake the yatra and registrations will begin from April 15, the LG told reporters at the Lok Bhavan in Jammu

12 April,2026 03:07 PM IST | Jammu | PTI

Inspired by Ambedkar, Latur college students take up 18-hour study drive

Inspired by Ambedkar, Latur college students take up 18-hour study drive

College dean Dr Babasaheb Thombre stressed the importance of time management and self-study, recalling how Dr Ambedkar himself studied for long hours

12 April,2026 02:16 PM IST | Latur | PTI

Lata Mangeshkar death anniversary: Remembering the 'Nightingale of India'

Lata Mangeshkar death anniversary: Remembering the 'Nightingale of India'

From "Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya" to the patriotic "Ae Mere Watan Ke Logo," she sang in every genre imaginable, capturing the nuances of love, sorrow, joy, and patriotism

12 April,2026 01:37 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI

Leo IV will become the first pope to visit Muslim Algeria

Leo IV will become the first pope to visit Muslim Algeria

The visit also holds a strong personal dimension for Pope Leo, as modern-day Algeria was home to Saint Augustine (354-430), a great Christian theologian whose spiritual legacy permeates his pontificate

12 April,2026 01:34 PM IST | Vatican City | AFP

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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