Did you know, that the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Colaba is even older than the Gateway of India? Have you ever wondered, why is the Elephanta Caves called so? This World Heritage Day 2024, get ready to explore Mumbai’s heritage like never before. The Colaba area of Mumbai holds a treasure of history with remarkable monuments and structures that narrate the tale of Mumbai’s glorious past. Among them, Mumbai’s Gateway of India and the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel stand as majestic landmarks bridging Mumbai’s modern present to its hair-raising history. In this series of Mid-day Xplore, Mid-day's journalist Katyayani Kapoor explores Gateway of India and Taj Mahal Palace Hotel with the founder of Mumbai Heritage Tours - Pranav Damle who gives a peek into the untold and rare history of South Mumbai's remarkable heritage honouring the heritage of Mumbai this World Heritage Day.
17 April,2024 09:00 PM IST
Ram Navami 2024 is here and this brings us to a time when devotees of Shri Ram flock to the temples to offer prayers to their beloved deity. Join in the festivities as we visit Mumbai’s most iconic Ram Mandir that inspired the name of Ram Mandir railway station. From its majestic entrance adorned with intricate carvings to the serene sanctum housing the divine idols of Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, and Hanuman, every corner of Ram Mandir echoes with sacred energy and reverence. Between the chaos and traffic of Mumbai’s Goregaon, this temple is an spiritual oasis. this Ramnavami, embark on a spiritual odyssey to Mumbai's beloved Ram Mandir.
16 April,2024 06:00 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday assured that the Centre is committed to restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir adding that assembly elections will also be held soon. "The time is not far when assembly elections will be held in Jammu and Kashmir also. Jammu and Kashmir will get back its state status. You will be able to share your dreams with your MLAs, and your ministers," PM Modi said while addressing a public rally in Udhampur. The Prime Minister said that whatever he has done so far is only serves as a trailer of the work that he is yet to do in the region. He pointed out that now after decades, elections were taking place in Jammu and Kashmir without fear of terrorism and cross border firing. Watch video for more.
12 April,2024 04:08 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 22 arrived in Paro, Bhutan. The Prime Minister is on a state visit to Bhutan on March 22-23. PM Modi in Bhutan was welcomed by Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay. He was accorded with “Guard of Honour” at Paro International Airport. PM Modi will meet His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the King of Bhutan.
22 March,2024 02:48 PM IST
Keeping traditional fervour and essence of festival alive, people in large numbers participated in Lathmar Holi in Mathura on March 19. Foreign visitors also participated in the celebration and were highly impressed by Indian Culture. Mathura holds a long history and significance of the festival of Holi. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna visited his beloved Radha's town Barsana from Nandgaon in Mathura to celebrate the festival with her. Women run after men with 'lathis' or sticks and playfully hit them during this celebration. The men, on the other hand, come prepared with a 'dhal' or shield.
20 March,2024 11:42 AM IST
PM Modi in Telangana held a massive roadshow in the Medchal Malkajgiri on March 15 as part of the BJP's election campaign for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The Prime Minister was accompanied by State BJP President and Secunderabad Lok Sabha candidate G Kishan Reddy, Malkajgiri Lok Sabha seat candidate Etala Rajender and BJP vice-president Dr K Laxman. The roadshow took place from Mirjalguda to Malkajgiri crossroad. A large number of spectators gathered in the area to catch a glimpse of the Prime Minister during the roadshow. The Hyderabad traffic police earlier said that the traffic would be stopped in the entire area in view of the Prime Minister's roadshow. Security was tightened in the area in view of the roadshow on Friday evening. PM Modi is also scheduled to address two public meetings at Nagarkurnool on March 16 and Jagtial on March 18.The BJP is formulating strategies to win more seats in the Lok Sabha elections in the state this time. The party's top leaders have already focused on Telangana.
16 March,2024 01:01 PM IST
Director Homi Adajania sits down for a quick conversation with mid-day’s Mayank Shekhar after taking him around the location of Murder Mubarak in New Delhi. Get insights into the making of the movie and behind-the-scenes stories straight from the director himself.
16 March,2024 12:00 AM IST
From dancing with Armaan Malik on ‘Butta Bomma’ to Shah Rukh Khan teaching his signature pose to the Global icon and one of the most loved singers in the world - Ed Sheeran seems to be having the time of his life in Mumbai before his concert which is set to take place on March 16 in Mumbai. Let's look at his Mumbai Darsharn journey so far!
15 March,2024 05:18 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a visit to Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site nestled in the heart of Assam. His presence not only highlighted the importance of preserving India's natural treasures but also underscored the need for sustainable tourism practices. According to a press release by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), PM Modi in Assam, interacted with various stakeholders and wildlife, emphasizing the significance of environmental conservation. The Prime Minister's visit commenced with a tour of the lush greenery that envelops Kaziranga, home to diverse flora and fauna, including the iconic one-horned rhinoceros
09 March,2024 06:59 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 09 took an elephant ride at the Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. PM Modi in Assam is on a two-day visit to the state. Earlier, on Friday, PM Modi held a roadshow in Kaziranga, with locals turning out in numbers to give him a grand reception. Cultural events were performed as part of the rousing welcome to PM Modi. Considered Assam's crown jewel, the Kaziranga National Park is home to the largest habitat of rhinos, over 600 species of birds, a thriving population of dolphins and one of the highest densities of tigers.
09 March,2024 12:05 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
