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Uttar Pradesh launches state's first Braille library in Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh launches state's first Braille library in Lucknow

Apart from academic books, the library also offers novels, plays, biographies of eminent personalities and other literary works

Alongside JLF, Jaipur BookMark 2026 returns for its 13th edition

The platform brings together publishers, authors, translators, literary agents, booksellers, and industry leaders from India and across the globe, to explore emerging trends, international collaborations, and innovative practices shaping the world of publishing today

06 January,2026 11:01 AM IST | Jaipur | mid-day online correspondent

Jallikattu 2026: Know the cultural significance of the bull-taming sport of TN

As the season for the sport gets underway, it may look like any other sport, but there is more to the bull-taming than you know. Here are some interesting facts

05 January,2026 08:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

BLR Hubba 2026 kicks off on January 16 in Bengaluru; here are some highlights

Known to be among Bengaluru's largest arts and culture festival, the third edition has some interesting events during the opening weekend - particularly within two of our 12 thematic Hubbas

05 January,2026 04:41 PM IST | Bengaluru | mid-day online correspondent

Here's your guide to Candlelight Concerts in Mumbai for January

If you have loved the Western music interpretations, then prepare to be transported by the retro charm of RD Burman’s timeless classics, and more

05 January,2026 04:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

PM Narendra Modi hails Somnath Temple as symbol of India's indomitable spirit

Modi said 2026 marked 1,000 years since the first attack on the Somnath Temple took place and despite repeated attacks subsequently, the temple stands tall.

05 January,2026 02:03 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI

After Goa, DJ Argy mesmerises Bengaluru on New Year's Eve with thumping beats

Standout moments came through tracks such as ‘Boom’, ‘Aria’, ‘Voices In My Head’, ‘Higher Power’, ‘Pantheon’ making party-goers welcome the new year with pulsating beats

02 January,2026 02:11 PM IST | Bengaluru | mid-day online correspondent

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams to attend Kerala Literature Festival 2026

DC Books, the organiser of Kerala Literature Festival, made the announcement through its social media platforms, sharing a poster welcoming Sunita Williams to the festival

02 January,2026 01:42 PM IST | Kozhikode | ANI

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

01 January,2026 04:17 PM IST | Mumbai (Maharashtra) | mid-day online correspondent

Stranger Things S5 finale celebrates Prince's iconic songs; check other songs

As most people are finally watching the finale of the popular web series, music lovers would be busy looking for the songs, and there is so much to explore that they could easily end up on your personal playlist

01 January,2026 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Tamil Nadu to hold first Jallikattu of 2026 on January 3 in Thatchankurichi

This officially marks the beginning of the state’s annual bull-taming season, as the village holds a unique place in Tamil Nadu’s Jallikattu tradition, customarily hosting the first event of every season

01 January,2026 09:54 AM IST | Chennai | IANS

From APT to Virat Kohli's height: Here are some of the most popular questions th

K-Pop artists BTS, Jennie, and Blackpink were among the top musicians, Indians asked general information about, alongside other global names like Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, and Michael Jackson

31 December,2025 08:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Tamil Nadu to hold first Jallikattu of 2026 on January 3 in Thatchankurichi

Tamil Nadu to hold first Jallikattu of 2026 on January 3 in Thatchankurichi

This officially marks the beginning of the state’s annual bull-taming season, as the village holds a unique place in Tamil Nadu’s Jallikattu tradition, customarily hosting the first event of every season

01 January,2026 09:54 AM IST | Chennai | IANS
From APT to Virat Kohli's height: Here are some of the most popular questions th

From APT to Virat Kohli's height: Here are some of the most popular questions th

K-Pop artists BTS, Jennie, and Blackpink were among the top musicians, Indians asked general information about, alongside other global names like Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, and Michael Jackson

31 December,2025 08:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Yearender 2025: Here's what Indians scrolled through on Instagram this year

Yearender 2025: Here's what Indians scrolled through on Instagram this year

Like every year, there were individuals who captured Instagram’s imagination including the girl who resembled Mona Lisa at the Mahakumbh, the boy, Ayush, who mispronounced “croissant” as “Prashant”

31 December,2025 07:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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

31 December,2025 02:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Google celebrates New Year's Eve with colourful doodle

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

PICS: Glimpses of Nikas Safronov’s exhibition ‘Dream Vision’ at NGMA in Mumbai

The solo exhibition in the city comes after Safronov’s debut Indian exhibition at the Lalit Kala Akademi in New Delhi in December. Here are some glimpses of what you can expect

06 January,2026 03:19 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Almost 40 per cent music fans from outside of Mumbai came for Sunburn: Data

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

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

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

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

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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