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.
12 September,2024 02:59 PM IST
A fire broke out in a cloth shop near Madina X road, Old City, Hyderabad. No casualties were reported. Assistant District Fire Officer, says, "At 4.45 am today we received a fire call from Madina X road. We reached the spot immediately and doused the fire. The reason for the fire is yet to be known..."
19 July,2024 03:00 PM IST
Step into the serene world of Sukoon, Bandra's newest vegetarian haven, where alfresco dining meets clean, soul-satisfying delights! Join us as Sunday mid-day explore the lush garden cafe and indulge in a culinary journey curated by renowned restaurateur Suren Joshi. From unique dishes like cassava fries with kimchi mayo to nostalgic treats like sabudana thalipeeth, Sukoon is a delightful blend of tranquility and flavor. Unplug, unwind, and discover the essence of Sukoon - where good food meets a peaceful retreat!
20 November,2023 06:04 PM IST
World Cup 2023: Team India defeated arch-rivals New Zealand on Nov 15 and entered the ICC CWC final. The much-awaited final match will be held at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. As India has reached the final of the tournament, hotel prices in Ahmedabad have skyrocketed. The President of the Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Association of Gujarat said that hotel rooms are being booked at Rs 50,000 to 1.25 lakh. While India defeated New Zealand in the Semi-final, Australia conquered South Africa to reach the final.
17 November,2023 11:05 AM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
