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Maha Shivratri 2024: Don’t miss visiting these ancient Shiv temples in Mumbai

Maha Shivratri 2024 is here and this brings us to one of the biggest festivals in India devoted to Lord Shiva. There are many Jyotirlingas in India that are considered different manifestations of Shiva. While none of the Jyotirlingas happens to be in Mumbai, two ancient temples within the Mumbai city carry tales of miracles, faith and Shiva’s grace. During Shivratri, Shiva devotees flock to these temples just to catch a glimpse of their beloved Lord Shiva. The Babulnath temple in Mumbai located in Mumbai near Girgaon Chowpatty situated at a little hill is one of those temples. Just a few km away from the Babulnath temple, lies the legendary Walkeshwar temple. The story of the Walkeshwar temple is as endearing as that of the beautiful Banganga Tank next to it. What is the story behind these legendary temples and what’s inside? On the occasion of the Mahashivratri, as you do your Shivratri puja vidhi to worship Lord Shiva, don’t you miss out on visiting these Shiva temples in Mumbai.

06 March,2024 08:38 PM IST
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Know why Basant Panchami 2024 is celebrated and auspicious things to do

Basant Panchami 2024 is here and this festival marks the end of winters and the beginning of Spring. If you are wondering why Basant Panchami is celebrated, this video will help you understand the reasoning and the mythology behind this festival. Also called as Vasant Panchami, this festival is considered to be one of the most auspicious days of the year to begin something new. This day is considered extremely auspicious for weddings too. Yellow colour is the highlight of the day and godess Saraswati is worshipped. Watch the video to know how you can use the auspicious energies of this day for your well being and good luck.

12 February,2024 06:00 PM IST
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Makar Sankranti 2024: Don't miss these auspicious things on Makar Sankranti

Makar Sankranti 2024 is almost here and this brings us to one of the most significant days this year astrologically. It is not without reason that this festival is celebrated with so much fervour in India. It is on this day that the Sun begins its journey into the northern hemisphere which is considered to be auspicious. Some rituals associated with this dayr is rising up before the sun in the early morning, taking holy bath and offering water to the sun. Here are auspicious things to do believed to bring good luck on this day and how to reap the benefits of this day.

17 January,2024 12:10 PM IST
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Makar Sankranti 2024: How do birds die from flying kites and what can you do?

Each year the festival of Makar Sankranti brings with itself the promise of auspicious beginnings as the sun enters into the northern hemisphere. However, when it comes to birds, the story is quite the opposite. As kites will take over the sky on the day of Makar Sankranti 2024, what comes next is life-threatening cases of birds being injured by sharp threads of kites. While most of us enjoy this day with our family and friends flying kites and enjoying sweets, a section of volunteers get on their toes to save the birds who have been found hanging from the kite threads fighting for their lives. What leads to these deaths and what can we do about it? Watch this video to know more.

11 January,2024 07:00 PM IST
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New Year 2024: Here are fun New Year celebration ideas to welcome the New Year

New Year 2024 is here! It’s time to welcome the new with happiness and fun as we say cheers to new beginnings. If you are still wondering on how to celebrate the New Year, here are multiple ways in which you can have a lot of fun without breaking your bank balance. From New Year party ideas with lots of singing and dancing with your friends to New Year celebration ways if you would like to welcome the New Year in peace, be it High Budget, low Budget or No budget, here are some New Year celebration ideas that are bound to give your 2024 a fantastic kickstart.

03 January,2024 02:50 PM IST
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Christmas 2023: Why this Santa Claus from Mumbai no longer celebrates Christmas?

It’s time for Christmas 2023! People around the world wait for this time of the year when their beloved Santa Claus showers them with gifts and joy. Willy Black of Khotachiwadi has played Santa for years in Mumbai’s beloved tourist hotspot Khotachiwadi! But since the last few years, his spirit has been dampened and Khotachiwadi doesn't see his Santa spirit anymore. The reason? One of Mumbai’s most famous tourist hotspots - Khotachiwadi is paying the price for being a heritage marvel. Tourists have been trespassing on residents' households and incidents of theft and accidents have pretty common in once-a-quiet village. Once Willy’s songs attracted crowds from far and wide and he welcomed guests with open arms to a display of his cherished belongings! But today, Willy keeps his doors shut for all that he has got in return is damage to his property! The greatest Christmas present for this Santa of Khotachiwadi would be to see his Khotachiwadi as peaceful, safe and serene as it used to be!

25 December,2023 11:14 AM IST
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Christmas 2023: Fun Christmas gift ideas for Kid and Adults

Christmas 2023 is here and this opens the festive doors to Christmas decors and wonderful presents. During this magical time, the beloved tradition of Secret Santa brings excitement and anticipation to almost all of us. The tradition of Christmas gifting is a beautiful tradition amping up the Christmas spirit. After all, it is a way to express your appreciation, love and respect towards someone. However, finding the right gift can become a tedious task. If you are someone’s secret Santa, have run out of Secret Santa gift ideas and wondering what to gift, worry not! We bring you fun Christmas gift ideas for adults and kids in varied budgets that are bound to make your giftee’s Christmas a merry one!

20 December,2023 02:47 PM IST
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Funny take on weird news stories by Shunali Khullar Shroff and Kiran Manral

Who says News always has to be a serious business? When you have weird news stories from across the world, News can serve as a source of wonder. entertainment and even enlightenment. Get ready to be amused by Weird News stories on Mid-day, as Shunali Khullar Shroff and Kiran Manral - acclaimed authors and hosts of the podcast ‘Not Your Aunty’, review news stories that are bound to leave you speechless. With their puns and punches, Shunali and Kiran are set to tickle your funny bone as they review weird news stories. You can catch them on -  Shunali Khullar Shroff:https://www.shunalishroff.com/ https://www.instagram.com/shunalikhullarshroff1/ Kiran Manral: https://linktr.ee/KiranManral https://www.instagram.com/kiranmanral/  

11 December,2023 05:06 PM IST
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A Jain family's spiritual heritage - Embracing monkhood in Punamiya Clan

Keli, the younger daughter of Punyapal and Aastha Punamiya, will accept diksha at a grand ceremony on December 1.A 13-year-old Jain girl from Dahanu represents the fourth generation in her family to accept diksha or monkhood. mid-day spends an afternoon with the Punamiyas and comes away feeling enlightened. Keli's grandfather, Dr Prakash Punamiya, recalls how his father started the tradition by accepting diksha at the age of 52, which was followed by the next two generations of the Punmiya Clan.

26 November,2023 01:29 PM IST
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Diwali 2023: Why you must worship Lakshmi, Ganesh, and Saraswati together?

Diwali 2023 is here and considered one of the most powerful times of the year to manifest and be blessed with whatever you desire. Diwali as a festival is associated with peace, prosperity and happiness. This auspicious festival is associated with numerous rituals which are followed across various regions and cultures of India. However, a few rituals associated with the festival of Deepavali are common and one of them is worshipping Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi. But not many know that Goddess Saraswati should also be worshipped along with Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi on the day of Diwali pujan. Pandit Varun Shastri explains why Lakshmi, Ganesh, and Saraswati should be worshipped together during Diwali puja vidhi.

12 November,2023 04:08 PM IST
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Diwali 2023: People buy special World Cup sweets in Lucknow on Diwali

People visited Lucknow’s Chhappan Bhog store to buy Special World Cup Sweets on the occasion of Diwali 2023. On this festive season, special World Cup Sweets were made from 24-carat gold. To celebrate the tremendous performance of Team India in World Cup 2023, the store has decided to make the gold World Cup Sweets. The ingredients used for making this sweet dish are mostly procured from different countries. Sweets are an integral part of Diwali celebrations. Offering sweets to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi is the norm. People also exchange sweets on Diwali. This year, Diwali 2023 will begin from November 10 and will end on November 15th.

12 November,2023 01:00 PM IST
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