Bollywood Megastar Amitabh Bachchan was honoured with prestigious third Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar award on April 24. Singer Usha Mangeshkar, the third eldest Mangeshkar sibling, presented the award to Amitabh Bachchan. The award was instituted in memory of melody queen Lata Mangeshkar after her demise in 2022. The award is given for remarkable dedication to the nation, its people, and society. Previous recipients of this esteemed award include Prime Minister Narendra Modi and popular singer Asha Bhosale.
25 April,2024 03:07 PM IST
The vibrant and joyous festival of Gudi Padwa was celebrated by Hoisting the traditional Gudi and prayer to it on the New year for the Hindus on Gudi Padwa in Mumbai on 9th of April. People were seen participating in the Shobha Rally. Women were seen dressed in traditional attire and participated in the Rally to mark the Marathi New Year Gudi Padwa. They danced their hearts out on the beats of dhol and nagadas. The festival was celebrated with full vigor and enthusiasm. Gudi Padwa ocassion signals yeh onset of the warmer days and the spring season. This year Gudi Padwa has coincided with the first day of the Chaitra Navratri and festivals like Sajibu Cheiraoba, Navreh, Cheti Chand and Ugadi that are celebrated in different parts of the country.
09 April,2024 12:59 PM IST
The festival of Holi 2024 is witnessing the preparation of a lot of delicious dishes and Puran Poli is one of them. Made of simple ingredients, this sweet and aromatic Maharashtrian recipe is extremely popular, especially during the Holi festival. Join us as we guide you through each step, from preparing the flavorful filling of lentils and jaggery to crafting the perfect dough. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, easy-to-follow instructions by Chef Jigna Thanvi will ensure your Puran Poli turns out soft, flavorful, and utterly irresistible. Don't miss out on making your Holi celebration even more special with this delightful recipe!
24 March,2024 09:30 AM IST
At the Creators United event, Actor, Producer and Entrepreneur Kriti Sanon promote her upcoming movie 'Crew' which also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Tabu. Kriti danced on the song 'Naina' from her upcoming movie and also interacted with the fans. Watch the full video for more!
16 March,2024 11:30 AM IST
The Maharastra State Backward Class Commission submitted its report on the social and financial conditions of the Maratha community to Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Feb 16. The report was submitted by the Commission's Chairman, retired justice Sunil Shukre, in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The report will be presented in a cabinet meeting during the special assembly session called for February 20.
16 February,2024 04:36 PM IST | Mumbai
Ever since Mahesh Manjrekar announced his upcoming Marathi film 'Hi Anokhi Gath,' starring Shreyas Talpade and Gauri Ingawale, it has been trending and making news for all the right reasons. At the trailer launch event, Shreyas Talpade, who is in the lead role, broke down into tears as he remembered his tough time during a heart attack. He also talked about how his friends and family suhpported him during this period and shared insights about the film and much more.
13 February,2024 03:06 PM IST
Maratha Reservation Rally
Maratha Reservation Rally: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde met Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil on Saturday in Navi Mumbai's Vashi where he and thousands of protestors were camping seeking reservations for the community. Jarange, who had begun his fast on Friday, was fed a glass of juice by CM Shinde as a mark of him ending his hunger strike. Jarange had stopped at the outskirts of Mumbai on Friday and presented new demands. The government engaged in talks with him late last night. Both CM Shinde and Jarange paid homage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue at the campsite before the latter ended his fast. The excitement among the protestors was palpable who cheered on Jarange and CM Shinde for agreeing to their demands, stated reports. The protestors dubbed it as a historic moment.
27 January,2024 04:42 PM IST | Mumbai
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange on 26th January reached Navi Mumbai in the morning, with thousands of supporters in an attempt to push for reservation for the Maratha community. Later in the day, there were reports that the Maratha reservation rally was headed towards Azad Maidan in Mumbai. The protesters, led by Jarange, had intended to begin a hunger strike at Azad Maidan, seeking Kunbi (OBC) status for the Maratha community. However, now he and his supporters would enter Mumbai on Saturday for their planned protest at Azad Maidan ground if their demands were not met by tonight as warned by Manoj Jarange. "I am taking a step backward," the 40-year-old activist said, adding that he had stopped having food from Friday and was taking only water. If an ordinance (to meet his various demands) is not promulgated tonight, I will come to Mumbai tomorrow," he said.
26 January,2024 06:39 PM IST
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil has led thousands of protestors to Mumbai as he spearheads the Maratha Reservation Rally in Mumbai. The protesters, led by Jarange, intend to begin a hunger strike at Azad Maidan, seeking Kunbi (OBC) status for the Maratha community. Despite Mumbai Police denying permission for a hunger strike in city, Maratha quota leader Manoj Jarange, accompanied by thousands, reached Navi Mumbai. Maratha activists, riding bikes, cars, jeeps, tempos, and trucks, converged at the Agriculture Produce Market Committee (APMC) on the outskirts of Mumbai early morning. Jarange, undeterred by the police notice, insisted on marching towards Mumbai. He emphasised that the Maratha agitation would not disrupt Republic Day celebrations and announced a flag-hoisting ceremony at Azad Maidan.
26 January,2024 03:36 PM IST
As thousands marched into Mumbai demanding Maratha Reservation, supporters of Maratha Reservation in huge numbers were seen heading towards Azad Maidan in Mumbai. The Maratha Reservation rally led by Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil, thousands of protestors have gathered in Mumbai demanding Maratha reservation. The protesters, led by Jarange, intend to begin a hunger strike at Azad Maidan, seeking Kunbi (OBC) status for the Maratha community. Despite Mumbai Police denying permission for a hunger strike in city, Maratha quota leader Manoj Jarange, accompanied by thousands, had reached Navi Mumbai earlier in the day. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said everyone has the right to protest but it should be done peacefully, amid opposition allegations that the government is taking the Marathas for a ride.
26 January,2024 03:16 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
