Hsieh, who also uses the English name of Akon, added, “I saw 43-year-old Bopanna win the men’s doubles title at this year’s Australian Open and also rise to the World No. 1 spot in doubles. I realised that I was 10 years younger than him and should be able to fight again ... [Read More]
19 May,2024 07:51 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalYou may have excelled in soaking in everything about the sporting year of 2023. Now’s the time to go one step ahead and answer these questions on sports events and personalities which will make the Olympic year of 2024 special... [Read More]
31 December,2023 07:14 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalFancy cracking this quiz without peeping at the answer box? A good score will mean you are ready for the sporting year... [Read More]
02 January,2023 09:42 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalA fairy-tale romance with an African-American jazz sensation, surviving a murder attempt, an epic escape from the jaws of death at a Japanese labour camp during World War II—all this after being part of India’s inaugural cricket Test match at the Lord’s Cricket Ground in 1932, whose 90th anniversary we celebrate this week... [Read More]
26 June,2022 08:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalRemembering Soli, the Parsi batsman, whose 61 in the first innings of a Brabourne Stadium-hosted Probables v Possibles cricket match 90 years ago, earned him a place in the Indian team for their first-ever Test match held on June 25, 1932, at Lord’s in London... [Read More]
23 January,2022 07:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]
15 January,2025 09:38 PM ISTThe second girder of the Gopal Krishna Gokhale Bridge in Andheri has been levelled and the work of making the road on the girder has started. Earlier, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) had reported that if the last pier on both approaches is completed by mid-February, then the project work can be completed by April-end (PICS/ASHISH RAJE) ... [Read More]
14 January,2025 07:40 PM ISTItalian luxury fashion house Dolce & Gabbana has brought its acclaimed retrospective from Milan to Paris. The French fashion capital, known for its haute couture, is hosting the exhibit “Du Coeur a la Main: Dolce&Gabanna” (From the Heart to the Hand) at Grand Palais. (Pics: AFP)... [Read More]
12 January,2025 04:08 PM ISTActress Mithila Palkar knows her way around sarees and never fails to impress with her style. As she turns a year older on January 12, we take a look at some of her stunning saree looks... [Read More]
10 January,2025 02:36 PM ISTAn in-depth examination of public toilet infrastructure across Mumbai`s four operational Metro lines found that Blue Line 1 offers external toilet access, while newer lines integrate facilities within ticketing zones, with variations like Aqua Line 3`s NATM tunneling stations. (Pics courtesy: Rajendra B Aklekar, Prasun Choudhari)... [Read More]
09 January,2025 07:19 PM ISTA powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck near Lobuche, Nepal, early on Tuesday morning at 6:35 AM (IST), with tremors also felt across northern India. The epicentre of the earthquake was located 93 kilometres northeast of Lobuche, near the Nepal-Tibet border. (PIC/AFP) ... [Read More]
07 January,2025 02:41 PM ISTAn audit of public toilets along the roughly 23-km stretch between Dahisar East and Bandra East on the Western Express Highway (WEH) revealed alarming levels of filth and disrepair. Of nine toilets examined in part two of mid-day’s test drive series, eight were found to be dirty, smelly and virtually unusable, prompting fresh concerns about the city’s sanitation efforts. (Text: Dipti Singh) (Pics/Kirti Surve Parade)... [Read More]
07 January,2025 10:55 AM ISTThe Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has quite a long way to go before it accomplishes its mission of constructing toilets for citizens along the Eastern Express Highway. When mid-day recently conducted an audit of the public lavatories along the stretch, it came to light that two prefabricated toilets at the Airoli junction—in the northern direction and another towards Sion—had not been opened despite being set up more than a year ago. (Pics/Anurag Ahire)... [Read More]
06 January,2025 10:52 AM ISTThe special re-release screening of `Satya` became a nostalgic event as actors Manoj Bajpayee, Urmila Matondkar, and director Ram Gopal Varma attended the event. Also present were Anurag Kashyap, Makarand Deshpande, Aditya Srivastava, and Vishal Bhardwaj. The team reminisced about the film, posing for pictures and sharing anecdotes. Manoj Bajpayee wore a T-shirt featuring the film’s poster during the reunion.... [Read More]
16 January,2025 06:30 PM ISTOn January 15, 2025, President Joe Biden announced that a ceasefire and hostage deal had been reached between Israel and Hamas, ending more than 15 months of conflict. The agreement will take place in three stages, starting with a full ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, and the release of hostages, including Americans. Biden praised the diplomatic efforts behind the deal, emphasizing the support from Israel and the U.S. as well as the backing of a coalition of 20 countries. Biden expressed relief, saying, "Fighting in Gaza will stop, and soon the hostages will return home to their families.... [Read More]
16 January,2025 11:50 AM ISTAt least 11 people have died due to the devastating wildfires in Southern California. Strong winds, known as the Santa Ana winds, temporarily died down, giving firefighters a brief break. However, these winds are expected to pick up again soon, making the situation more dangerous. On January 11, the Los Angeles Fire Department issued a mandatory evacuation for affected areas. The fires have also led to the arrest of 18 individuals for crimes like looting and identity theft. President Joe Biden has warned that the winds will remain a threat for the coming week and announced federal support to cover costs for protecting lives and property. Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Governor Gavin Newsom for not signing a water restoration plan, which he claimed could have helped prevent the fires. ... [Read More]
12 January,2025 12:37 PM ISTAmidst the raging wildfires in California that have led thousands to flee homes including the upscale areas of Los Angeles, on Jan 7, residents spoke out on the tragedy that put their lives in danger. The raging fire destroyed 2,921 acres of the Pacific Palisades area between the coastal towns of Santa Monica and Malibu. Currently, the fire is spreading to the Hollywood Hills, resulting in the evacuation of Hollywood residents, stars from Pacific Palisades. Several videos showed firefighters trying to contain the fire as it spread forward, with winds blowing up to 100 mph. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency and warned in a briefing that, “We are not out of danger”. President-Elect Donald Trump called California wildfires a `true tragedy` and criticized Governor Newsom.... [Read More]
10 January,2025 01:31 PM ISTA fast-moving wildfire broke out in California on January 7, affecting areas like Los Angeles and the Pacific Palisades. The fire has already burned 2,921 acres between Santa Monica and Malibu and is now spreading toward the Hollywood Hills. Many people, including celebrities like Jamie Lee Curtis, Mandy Moore, and Maria Shriver, had to evacuate their homes. Firefighters are battling the flames as strong winds of up to 100 mph make it harder to control. California`s Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency, warning that the danger is not over. President-Elect Donald Trump called the wildfires a "true tragedy" but also criticized Governor Newsom`s response.... [Read More]
09 January,2025 05:35 PM ISTComedian Sunil Pal recently opened up about his traumatic kidnapping experience, sharing chilling details that left him shaken. He revealed that after the incident, he would never travel alone again. In a similar event, Pal also mentioned that `Welcome` actor Mushtaq Khan was also kidnapped by a gang in Meerut, who had initially planned to abduct Shakti Kapoor but failed. Sunil Pal expressed gratitude to the Uttar Pradesh Police for their prompt and effective action in ensuring his safe release... [Read More]
31 December,2024 07:57 PM ISTCongress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra drew attention during the ongoing Parliament session by carrying a tote bag with the word "Palestine" in bold, colorful letters. The bag also featured a white dove, symbolizing peace, and a watermelon, which has become a trending symbol of support for Palestine on social media. This act of solidarity comes amid the ongoing Israeli military offensive in Gaza and other occupied Palestinian territories that began in October 2023. The bag quickly caught attention and sparked a lot of discussion. While it gained a lot of attention, it also faced criticism from BJP leaders. The incident has become a point of debate, with some supporting her stand on the issue, while others disagree.... [Read More]
16 December,2024 05:46 PM ISTAaliyah Kashyap, daughter of filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, recently married her long-time boyfriend, Shane Gregoire, in a ceremony in Mumbai. The wedding reception saw a star-studded guest list, including newlyweds Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya, Bobby Deol, Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Orhan Awatramani, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Tapsee Pannu, Sunny Leone, Manoj Bajpayee, and Boney Kapoor. Anurag`s ex-wife, Kalki Koechlin, and his close friends, Imtiaz Ali & Vikramaditya Motwane, were also present to celebrate the occasion.No one knows Mumbai better than us.... [Read More]
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