Massive wildfires have destroyed about one-third of Namibia’s iconic Etosha National Park, burning through more than 34% of its land. Authorities say the fires started last week, likely from charcoal production on nearby farms, and spread quickly due to dry winds. At least nine antelopes were killed, grazing land was wiped out, and communities around the park are at risk.
29 September,2025 01:06 AM IST
Funnyman Cyrus Broacha’s new book, Doggie Day Out, has been illustrated by his wife, Ayesha Broacha. When we met the author and illustrator to chat about this collaboration that features the protagonist Franco, a talking German Shepherd dog, there were plenty of chuckles, woofs and hilarious unscripted answers
10 June,2025 12:30 AM IST
Doing the rounds of studios with only the shirt on his back, being paid less than a peon in a job, and not knowing where his next meal would come from – that was Javed Akhtar’s life between 1965 and 1970. What kept him going? The belief that success would be his. Join the multi-hyphenate on Mid-day's Sit With Hitlist series, as he chronicles his journey from arriving at Mumbai Central station with Rs 27 to owning a Bandra bungalow. Full episode to release on May 10.
08 May,2025 12:00 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened the Vantara animal rescue and rehabilitation center in Jamnagar, Gujarat, on Sunday during his visit to the state. The center covers 3000 acres in the Reliance Jamnagar refinery complex and is home to over 1.5 lakh rescued animals and 2,000 species, many of which are endangered. While there, PM Modi spent time interacting with some of the rehabilitated animals, highlighting the center's efforts to protect and care for them. Watch video for more details.
04 March,2025 03:03 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
