In this exclusive episode of Straight Talk on Mid-day, Katyayani Kapoor sits down with business tycoon Yash Birla for a candid conversation. Discover Yash Birla’s incredible journey as he shares his life lessons, the role spirituality plays in his decision-making, and his heartfelt love story with Avanti Birla. From navigating challenges to handling the colossal Birla empire, this interview provides an intimate look at the man behind the legacy. Don’t miss this insightful and inspiring conversation.
14 December,2024 11:13 PM IST
Aditi Sharma and Sandeep Baswa, who have just come up with a new show Apollena on Colors TV, got into a conversation with us at Mid-Day and talked about the concept of the show. They also answered whether, in the age of OTT series, audiences are still willing to wait 24 hours for the next episode. Sandeep shared that he didn’t take up an OTT show because he wasn’t comfortable with the language and scenes in such shows.
14 December,2024 08:15 PM IST
The Kapoor family, often called Bollywood’s "first family," gathered in Mumbai to celebrate the birth centenary of legendary actor and filmmaker Raj Kapoor. The event also marked a special film festival showcasing his iconic films. Senior members of the Kapoor family, like Randhir Kapoor, Babita Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, and Rima Jain, marked their presence alongside younger members and stars of the family, Kareena Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, and Alia Bhatt, graced this monumental event. The celebration paid tribute to Raj Kapoor's immense contribution to Indian cinema and highlighted the Kapoor family's enduring influence across generations in Bollywood.
14 December,2024 02:48 PM IST
Amid the ongoing civil war in Syria, four Indian nationals who were evacuated from conflict-ridden Syria arrived at Delhi's IGI Airport on December 14. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), a total of 77 Indian citizens have been brought back from Syria as of the same day. Syria's newly appointed Prime Minister, Mohammed al-Bashir, has prioritized the repatriation of Syrian refugees living abroad as a major initiative. However, the government is grappling with several challenges, including recent unrest near the tomb of Hafez al-Assad, which was set on fire. Additionally, concerns about Syria's political future—particularly Iran’s influence in the region—have been raised by Hezbollah and Israeli officials.
14 December,2024 12:42 PM IST
On the 13th Anniversary of the Parliament Attack 2001, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha LoP Mallikarjun Kharge, Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi, Union HM Amit Shah, Union Ministers JP Nadda, Kiren Rijiju and others paid tribute to the fallen Jawans, at the Parliament.
13 December,2024 12:47 PM IST
John Abraham has been planning a film on bike racing for a long time. The film is set to roll mid next year, John told Mid-day at the 2024 Indian Racing League (IRL) at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore, where his team Goa Aces won the title. His film will be set in the Isle of Man. The actor is also coming up with his own helmet line.
12 December,2024 08:03 PM IST
Have you been to a Circus lately? If not, take this as a sign to visit one and head to Rambo Circus in Borivali. The history of Circus in India dates back to 135 years and when it comes to Rambo Circus, it has been entertaining its audience with hair-raising stunts since 1991. What goes on behind the scenes of the life of a circus artist? Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor takes you through in this exclusive episode of Inside Access. Take a look.
12 December,2024 06:00 PM IST
The Government of India has successfully evacuated 75 Indian nationals from Syria due to the recent unrest in the country. This evacuation was carried out with coordination between the Indian embassies in Damascus and Beirut, after carefully assessing the security situation and responding to requests from Indian citizens in Syria. One of the evacuees, Ravi Bhushan, shared his terrifying experience after being brought back to safety. Speaking to ANI, he described the alarming conditions he faced in Syria. The evacuation aimed to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian citizens caught in the crisis, as the situation in the country worsened, and the government worked to bring them home amidst growing concerns.
12 December,2024 05:40 PM IST
Nepali Army Chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel arrived in India on Tuesday for a four-day visit, which will focus on strengthening military ties and exploring new opportunities for defence cooperation. This visit comes just weeks after the official trip of Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi to Nepal. During his stay from December 11 to 14, General Sigdel will meet with senior Indian military officials to discuss areas of mutual interest and collaboration. Upon his arrival in Delhi, he was warmly welcomed by the Indian Army. This visit marks an important step in enhancing the relationship between the two countries' armed forces. Watch video for more.
11 December,2024 12:30 PM IST
Dinesh Mishra, the lawyer for Atul Subhash, a Bengaluru techie who died by suicide, expressed regret over his death and said Atul should have informed them about his issues. Mishra also mentioned that the court's decision to award Rs. 40,000 in maintenance for Atul's child could have been challenged if it seemed too high. Atul Subhash, 34, a deputy general manager at a private company, took his own life on Monday. Originally from Uttar Pradesh, he had been living in Bengaluru. Before his death, he left a 24-page suicide note, accusing his wife, her family, and a judge of causing his distress. He claimed they were responsible for instigating his suicide, harassment, extortion, and corruption.
11 December,2024 11:18 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
