HMPV Outbreak LIVE: No cause for concern, says Maharashtra Health Minister
HMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: Maharashtra Health Minister Prakash Abitkar reassured the public that the state health department is working efficiently in this matter. We are closing the LIVE blog now
15 January,2025 10:09 PM IST | MumbaiHMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: After cases of Human Metapneumovirus were reported in India, Union Health Minister JP Nadda reassured the public, saying that there is no cause for alarm. We are closing the LIVE blog now
16 January,2025 10:05 PM IST | MumbaiHMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: As concerns rise over the HMPV virus, Haryana Health Minister reassures the public, emphasizing preparedness and calm. In response to growing concerns over the HMPV virus, Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao reassured the public that the state is well-prepared to handle the situation. Speaking to the media, Rao emphasized that all districts in the state have been informed to stay vigilant. "We are ready. All the districts have been informed to stay alert... I want to request that the people should not be panicked. This virus can spread but it is not dangerous. It can be treated," said Rao. Her remarks come as authorities step up their efforts to contain the virus and raise awareness about its symptoms and treatment. The health minister’s call for calm aims to prevent unnecessary panic while ensuring that the public remains cautious and informed. We are closing the LIVE blog now
17 January,2025 06:23 PM IST | MumbaiRepublic Day 2025 Live Updates: President Droupadi Murmu hosts 'At Home' reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan on Sunday. We are closing the LIVE Blog now
26 January,2025 10:05 PM IST | MumbaiBudget 2025 LIVE updates: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced raising FDI limits for insurance for insurance sector from 74 per cent to 100 per cent
01 February,2025 06:35 PM IST | New DelhiOperation Sindoor Live Updates: In the wake of Operation Sindoor, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with foreign ministers from Spain, France, Germany, Japan, and Qatar. He emphasised India's approach to cross-border terrorism and expressed gratitude for their solidarity and support. We are closing the LIVE blog now
07 May,2025 08:42 PM IST | MumbaiIndia-Pak tensions LIVE Updates: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday heaped praise on the armed forces for "giving a befitting reply to Pakistan" following the Pahalgam terror attack. We are closing the LIVE blog now
11 May,2025 10:12 PM IST | MumbaiIndia-Pakistan Tensions Live Updates: Traders in Delhi on Friday pledged to halt all business ties with Turkey and Azerbaijan, following the two countries' recent political stances regarding India's counter-terror operations under Operation Sindoor in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) organised a campaign at the Delhi Secretariat where several market associations, traders and factory owners participated. We are closing the LIVE blog now
16 May,2025 10:13 PM IST | PulwamaAhmedabad Plane Crash LIVE Updates: Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached Ahmedabad to take stock of the situation. He said the identity of the victims and the final toll will be established after DNA test. #WATCH | Air India Plane Crash | Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "This afternoon, Air India flight AI-171 crashed and many passengers are feared dead. The entire nation is grieving and is standing together with the bereaved families... The central government… pic.twitter.com/HTy00BWNVy — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025 We are closing the LIVE blog now.
12 June,2025 10:48 PM IST | MumbaiAhmedabad Plane Crash LIVE Updates: Aviation watchdog DGCA on Friday ordered enhanced safety inspection of Air India's Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet powered by GEnx engines, a day after 241 people onboard died in the plane crash in Ahmedabad. The enhanced DGCA inspection will include checks of various systems and a review of take-off parameters of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft of Air India, owned by Tata Group. We are closing the LIVE blog now
13 June,2025 10:14 PM IST | MumbaiIran-Israel war LIVE updates: India has expressed its readiness to play a role in resolving the Iran-Israel situation, emphasizing "dialogue and diplomacy" as the path forward. This comes hours after US President Donald Trump claimed a ceasefire between the two nations. New Delhi stated it remains "deeply concerned" about the overall situation, while also welcoming the reports of the ceasefire. We are closing the LIVE blog now
24 June,2025 10:17 PM IST | TehranIndependence Day 2025 LIVE updates: Rickshaw driver Govinda Prajapati, his body painted in the vibrant colours of the Indian flag, celebrated Independence Day while travelling aboard a local train at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai on Friday. We are now closing the blog.
15 August,2025 07:20 PM IST | New DelhiJanmashtami 2025 LIVE Updates: Two Govindas died while a total of 95 were reported injured during Dahi Handi celebrations across Mumbai as per data received from various government and BMC hospitals, BMC said. We are closing the LIVE blog now
16 August,2025 10:11 PM IST |Delhi Blast LIVE Updates: Leaders from across the world, including the US, China, Japan, and Israel, on Tuesday expressed grief and shock over the loss of lives after an explosion in the Indian capital killed at least 12 people and injured several others. We are closing the LIVE Updates now
11 November,2025 09:59 PM IST | New DelhiBihar Election Results 2025 LIVE Updates: The ruling NDA on Friday secured two-third majority in the 243-member Bihar Assembly, bagging 168 seats so far, according to the Election Commission. We are now closing the blog
14 November,2025 09:59 PM IST | MumbaiMecca Medina accident LIVE Updates: Forty-two Indian Umrah pilgrims from Telangana were among 44 people killed in a collision involving their bus and a fuel tanker near Madina in Saudi Arabia in the wee hours of Monday, people familiar with the matter said. Follow LIVE updates here
17 November,2025 10:16 PM IST | MumbaiIN PHOTOS: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz begins India visit in Ahmedabad
12 January,2026 11:51 AM ISTQuintessential Sherni: Congress leaders hail Priyanka Gandhi on her birthday
Congress leaders across the country extended birthday greetings to Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, praising her courage, compassion and commitment to people’s issues. Congress general secretary in-charge organisation K C Venugopal said, "Wishing the dynamic and charismatic leader, AICC GS & Wayanad MP Smt
12 January,2026 01:29 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIActor-politician Vijay appears before CBI over Karur rally stampede
TVK chief and actor Vijay appeared before the CBI for questioning in connection with the Karur stampede case that claimed 41 lives during a rally last year. The Tamil superstar reached the CBI headquarters here and was taken to the team investigating the stampede, which occurred during a rally he addressed on September 27 last year in Karur, TN
12 January,2026 12:47 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIPM Modi, German Chancellor Merz review India-Germany ties in Gandhinagar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held delegation-level talks in Gandhinagar, focusing on boosting cooperation across key sectors as the India-Germany partnership marks 25 years. Chancellor Merz arrived in India early on Monday on a visit aimed at further strengthening bilateral relations between India and Germany
12 January,2026 12:37 PM IST | Gandhinagar | IANSISRO to launch PSLV-C62 today, India’s first space mission of 2026
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium Director, BR Guruprasad, said on Sunday, “On January 12, 2026, India will conduct its first launch of the year. The PSLV is one of the most reliable launch vehicles globally and has successfully deployed spacecraft such as Chandrayaan-1, Mangalyaan, Aditya-L1, and more”
12 January,2026 12:26 PM IST | Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) | mid-day online correspondentPM Modi, Merz share festive moments at Gujarat’s International Kite Festival
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz participated in the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad, celebrating Uttarayan and India-Germany ties. The festival attracts participants and visitors from across India and around the world
12 January,2026 11:34 AM IST | Ahmedabad | IANSSevere cold wave grips UP, devotees brave freezing Sangam waters at Magh Mela
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a maximum temperature of around 20 degrees Celsius in the city, with the minimum expected to fall to 7 degrees Celsius as the cold wave intensifies
12 January,2026 11:30 AM IST | Agra | mid-day online correspondentU.S. Orders JSOC to Draft Greenland Contingency Plan Amid Resistance
In a move that has reignited global debate and military pushback, the U.S. administration has directed Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) to prepare strategic contingency options related to Greenland, a remote and geopolitically vital Arctic territory currently part of the Kingdom of Denmark. According to multiple reports, U.S. leadership ordered the drafting of planning scenarios that would assess military and strategic options for Greenland, a plan that senior U.S. military leaders and defense officials have openly opposed, calling it unlawful and lacking congressional authorization. WATCH
Trump claims Iran seeks negotiations amid deadly crackdown on protests
US President Donald Trump said Iran wants to negotiate with Washington as activists reported at least 544 deaths in nationwide protests and tensions escalated. Iran had no immediate reaction to the news, which came after the foreign minister of Oman "long an interlocutor between Washington and Tehran" travelled toIran this weekend
12 January,2026 01:30 PM IST | Dubai | APIran protest enters 15th day with rising death toll and mass arrests
At least 544 people have been killed and over 10,600 arrested as anti-government protests across Iran enter their 15th day, according to a human rights group. According to the latest data released by the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) on Sunday, protests erupted at 585 locations across the country, spanning 186 cities in all 31 province
12 January,2026 10:51 AM IST | Tehran [Iran] | ANINetanyahu says Israel closely monitoring Iran as protests for freedom grow
The protests began on December 28 as demonstrations against soaring inflation and economic hardship, but soon escalated into tense nationwide unrest, marked by violent clashes between protesters and security forces
12 January,2026 07:56 AM IST | Tel Aviv | ANIHamas says it will dissolve Gaza govt when new Palestinian body takes over
Hamas and the rival Palestinian Authority, the Palestinians' internationally recognised representative, have not announced the names of the technocrats, who are not supposed to be politically affiliated, and it remains unclear if they will be cleared by Israel and the US
12 January,2026 07:52 AM IST | Cairo | APUK in talks with NATO to counter Russia, China in Arctic
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said the talks are 'business as usual' rather than a response to recent threats by US President Donald Trump to take over Greenland
12 January,2026 07:48 AM IST | London | APUN chief Guterres calls on Iran to show restraint as deadly protests escalate
The UN chief's remarks come amid protests in Iran that killed at least 420 protesters during anti-government demonstrations over the past 15 days, including eight children, according to Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA)
12 January,2026 07:17 AM IST | Geneva | ANIStrictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah
Amit Shah made the remarks via video link while inaugurating the Shri Motibhai R Chaudhary Sagar Sainik School and Sagar Organic Plant at Boriyavi village in Mehsana district, Gujarat
13 November,2025 09:36 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondentCM opens Pune double-deck flyover
Move to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road
20 August,2025 10:17 PM IST | Pune | Archana DahiwalHappy Krishna Janmashtami: Messages and Wishes to share with family
Janmashtami, which commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, on the occasion, here are some of the best messages and wishes you can share this Janmashtami with your family and friends-
05 August,2025 11:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained
The passenger who was about to board the plane was detained after he told the airline's security officer that he had a bomb with him, an Airports Authority of India (AAI) official said
13 May,2025 05:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentChristmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know
In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees
26 December,2024 07:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentChristmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones
As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you
26 December,2024 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentCoastal Road must not confound marathoners
While change may keep this exciting, it is important that runners aren’t confused
12 January,2026 07:42 AM IST | Mumbai | The EditorialA country made for sports
It makes sense for legendary athletes and footballers to spend time in India given our respect for their skills
12 January,2026 07:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Lindsay PereiraICE ICE baby
“Some people think I did it for the approval ratings, others feel I did it for the oil, sure — but that’s only half of it.”
11 January,2026 09:01 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da CunhaFreebies aren’t actually free
For parties that once professed to be opposed to concessions, short-term political gain is taking precedence over making Mumbai function better, as ‘revdis’ will only divert funds from core services
10 January,2026 07:04 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev ShivadekarMake Matunga footbridge safe for everyone to use
Residents highlighted the problem of debris and overgrowth at both ends, especially the Matunga East side. The bridge, which links Matunga East and West, is divided into two sections
10 January,2026 06:58 AM IST | Mumbai | The EditorialEvery open space for sports activity must be safeguarded
Let this ground see football, hockey and cricket thrive and the ground remain open to those who used it earlier, even if management changes, with adherence to all rules
09 January,2026 07:37 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial