Makar Sankranti 2025 is almost here and Mumbai’s kite markets are busy with kite lovers thronging to get a hold of their favourite kite designs. Dive into the vibrant world of Makar Sankranti in Mumbai, where the skies come alive with colourful kites! From traditional paper kites to trendy designs like Spiderman and Tweety, discover the best kite collections starting at just ₹1 and going up to ₹500. Learn about the essential firkis that make kite flying a true sport and hear from Mumbai’s top kite sellers about new trends and timeless traditions. However, the festive fun also highlights a serious issue - the use of illegal Chinese and Glass-coated Manjhas. These dangerous materials harm innocent birds and even cause fatal injuries to humans. Despite the ban, they continue to be in demand. In this video, Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor explores the joy, business, and challenges of kite flying during Makar Sankranti. Celebrate this festival responsibly and keep the tradition alive for future generations!
11 January,2025 05:01 PM IST
Residents of Classic Heights Society on Bangli-Babhola Road, Vasai, are under siege by a rogue monkey. The animal has been breaking into homes, causing destruction, and leaving residents in fear. One incident even saw the monkey damaging items in a refrigerator. With doors and windows locked tight, locals have called for urgent action from authorities. Watch the full story to see how the situation unfolds!
07 January,2025 01:24 PM IST
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has been making headlines for his candid critique of Hindi filmmakers and his admiration for the South Indian film industry. Recently, Kashyap reiterated his harsh stance on modern Hindi cinema, claiming that Bollywood filmmakers lack the "brains" to create movies like Pushpa: The Rise or its sequel, Pushpa 2: The Rule. In a flashback interview with Mid-Day, Kashyap spoke about the market pressures of making and releasing films in the Hindi film industry. He also shared his experiences from his early days in Mumbai and the journey of creating iconic films like Black Friday and Gangs of Wasseypur. Delivered in his trademark candid style, the interview provides valuable insights into the challenges of making bold, unconventional cinema
02 January,2025 03:50 PM IST
New Year 2025 is just round the corner and we can’t help but lookback at the year just gone by. 2024 was big for India! Not only the country witnessed some of the biggest triumphs, but also events that reshaped global equations. From India’s T20 World Cup Win to the consecration ceremony of Ram Janma Bhoomi, here are some of the significant events that made news in India in the year 2024.
28 December,2024 06:58 PM IST
People in Magdeburg, Germany, are honoring the victims of the tragic Christmas market attack that happened on December 20. A vehicle drove into a crowd at the market, killing five people, including a nine-year-old child, and injuring over 200 others. The community is deeply saddened by the event, and many are paying emotional tributes to those who lost their lives and those who were hurt. The attack has left the city in shock, as locals and visitors alike come together to remember the victims. The authorities are investigating the incident, and support continues for those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy.
23 December,2024 11:09 AM IST
India strongly condemned the attack that occurred at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, where a car crashed into a crowd on December 20. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident, calling it a "horrific and senseless attack." The statement also mentioned that the Indian Embassy in Germany is working to ensure that injured Indian nationals receive the necessary care and support. The attack resulted in the deaths of five people, including a 9-year-old, and left over 200 injured. Reports also stated that seven Indian nationals were hurt in the attack, with three already discharged from the hospital. The Indian Mission is closely monitoring the condition of the other victims.
22 December,2024 12:50 PM IST
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In a tragic turn of events, a Saudi driver killed at least two people and injured 60 others after ramming into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Dec 20. One of the victims was a young child, according to Saxony-Anhalt premier Reiner Haseloff. The suspect, a 50-year-old Saudi Arabian doctor with a permanent residence, was arrested by German Police. Police have not disclosed casualty details but confirmed a large-scale operation at the market.
21 December,2024 09:25 PM IST
On the evening of Dec 21, a driver rammed a car into a crowded Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. The deadly accident killed at least two people, including a child, and injuring more than 60 others. The suspect, a 50-year-old male, Saudi Arabian doctor with permanent residency in Germany, was arrested at the scene. Saudi Arabia's foreign ministry has condemned the attack, expressing solidarity with Germany and condolences to the victims’ families. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz who sent his thoughts to the affected expected to visit the site along with Interior Minister Nancy Faeser.
21 December,2024 12:05 PM IST
The business empire of Indian Industrialist Gautam Adani is under the radar of the US authorities. The combined market capitalization of all 11 Adani stocks fell by around Rs 2.25 lakh crore to Rs 12 lakh crore. The investigation and its outcomes into allegations by the US persecutors will likely continue to influence investor sentiment and market performance for the Adani Group in the near term. But why is the US involved in this? What is the Gautam Adani bribery controversy all about? In this video Mid-day journalist, Katyayani Kapoor explains the Indictment. Take a look.
21 November,2024 06:52 PM IST
Diwali 2024 is here and the city of Mumbai is lit up with decor items, puja essentials, flowers, sweets, dresses and so much more. As you gear up for the festival and get ahead with Diwali shopping in Mumbai, Kandil Galli in Mahim is a place you must not miss. Known as the biggest lantern market in Mumbai, this street gets lit with hundreds of lanterns in all shapes and sizes 2 weeks before Diwali. While the market primarily offers lanterns, you can also find diyas, torans and other Diwali decor items. This Mumbai street turns into a paradise with a string of lanterns emitting a view you surely don’t want to miss. Take a look.
24 October,2024 06:00 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
