Disgruntled Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) loyalists in Nashik continued their protest on Thursday, expressing anger over the denial of civic poll tickets to long-time party members and their allotment to candidates who recently joined the party, news agency PTI reported. The protesters held demonstrations outside the BJP office at Nashik Road, shouting slogans against Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Rahul Dhikle. When city party president Sunil Kedar attempted to pacify the activists, they ‘gheraoed’ him, demanding explanations for being denied candidature for the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) Elections. They questioned the basis on which others were granted poll tickets and accused the party of giving them false assurances. In a symbolic gesture, some protesters presented carrots to Kedar, highlighting their grievance over the party’s promises, PTI reported. Later, activists from Union Minister Ramdas Athawale’s Republican Party of India (Athawale) also arrived at the BJP office, raising slogans against the ruling Mahayuti alliance for allegedly sidelining their party during seat-sharing talks. Following these incidents, the BJP office was locked, and Kedar exited amid police protection. Security has been heightened around the office, and authorities said the situation is currently under control, PTI reported. The protests follow earlier incidents this week. On Wednesday, party loyalist Balasaheb Ghuge raised slogans against MLA Seema Hiray and even slapped himself in protest over being denied a ticket for Ward 29. On December 30, the final day to file nominations, angry party workers reportedly chased Kedar’s vehicle while he was distributing AB forms. Meanwhile, a total of 2,079 nominations have been declared valid for 122 seats across 31 wards of the Nashik civic body after scrutiny concluded late Wednesday night. Of the 2,356 nominations received, 277 were rejected for various reasons. The last date to withdraw nominations is January 2, with the final list of candidates scheduled for release on January 3. In the Malegaon Municipal Corporation (MMC), 808 nominations were received for 84 seats across 21 wards. Of these, 94 nominations were rejected, leaving 714 candidates in the fray. Nagpur civic polls: Long-time BJP workers rebel, to contest as independents after ticket denial Upset over being denied tickets by the BJP despite years of loyal service, several party workers have decided to contest the upcoming Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) elections as independent candidates. The aspirants allege that the denial of tickets to long-standing party members in favour of turncoats or newcomers has sparked discontent among cadres, prompting resignations in the home turf of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. Elections to 29 civic bodies in Maharashtra, including Nagpur, are scheduled for January 15. The NMC has a total of 151 seats, with the BJP contesting 143 seats and supporting eight candidates from the Shiv Sena. Congress is contesting all 151 seats independently, while Ajit Pawar’s NCP is fielding candidates in over 90 seats. Among those rebelling is Vinayak Dehankar, a long-time BJP worker and husband of former mayor Archana Dehankar, who was denied a ticket from Ward 17. He has resigned from the party and will contest as an independent. However, his wife opposed his move, stating she would campaign solely for BJP candidates. The couple’s disagreement even led her to temporarily move to her brother’s residence to “avoid disputes.” "In order to avoid any more disputes at home, I decided to go to my brother's house for a few days. This is not a family dispute, but an ideological fight," she said. Similarly, in Ward 16 (D), around 80 BJP workers along with ward president Gajanan Nishitkar resigned after the latter was denied ticket by the party. Another seasoned local leader of the BJP and a six-time corporator, Sunil Agrawal, is also fighting the upcoming election as an independent candidate after being denied a ticket from Ward 14, which went to a woman candidate. Meanwhile, Ninad Dixit, a young entrepreneur and sportsman with strong RSS roots, is in the fray as an independent from Ward 22, located in Mahal area, which also houses the Sangh headquarters. (With PTI inputs)
01 January,2026 07:17 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondentUnion Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday said that India is likely to receive its first Bullet Train on August 15 next year, reported the IANS. He said the country will witness its first Bullet Train running on tracks next year, marking a major milestone in India’s transport history. "Buy a Bullet Train ticket on Independence Day in 2027. The country will get its first Bullet Train," Vaishnaw said. Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Corridor India’s first Bullet Train project covers a total distance of 508 kilometres between Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Out of this, 352 km falls in Gujarat and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, while 156 km lies in Maharashtra. The corridor will connect major cities including Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Bharuch, Surat, Vapi, Thane and Mumbai. Travel time to reduce to two hours According to the government, the Bullet Train will reduce travel time between Mumbai and Ahmedabad to around two hours. This is expected to significantly improve inter-city travel and economic activity. Construction progress so far As per the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Ltd (NHSRCL), more than 85 per cent of the corridor, or around 465 km, is being built on elevated viaducts. Of this, 326 km has already been completed. PM Modi reviews project In November, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail project during his visit to Gujarat. He inspected the Surat Bullet Train station, which is inspired by the city’s famous diamond industry. Features of Bullet Train station in Surat The Surat station stands 26.3 metres tall and has a built-up area of 58,352 square metres. It has three levels: Ground floor for parking and security checks Concourse level with lounges, restrooms, kiosks and ticket counters Platform level for boarding passengers While the main structure is complete, interior work and passenger facilities are still being developed. Track and Bridge Work Near Completion Track work, including RC track-bed construction and temporary track installation, has been completed at the Surat site. Work on river bridges is also progressing well, with 17 out of 25 bridges already built. The 47-km Surat–Bilimora stretch is one of the most advanced sections, where civil works and track-bed preparation have been fully completed. Vande Bharat sleeper trains coming soon The minister also announced that a new overnight journey experience will begin with the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains. “These sleeper trains will offer the same comfort, safety and standards as the chair car version,” he said. Vaishnaw said the Vande Bharat Express chair car has created a new sense of confidence among passengers across the country. He added that people have appreciated the trains greatly, and requests are now coming from all parts of India to introduce more Vande Bharat services. According to him, almost every Member of Parliament wants a Vande Bharat train for their region. (with IANS inputs)
01 January,2026 05:20 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentHeavy footfall around India Gate and along Kartavya Path led to traffic congestion on New Year’s Day as large numbers of people gathered with family and friends to welcome 2026, news agency PTI reported. From early morning, families with children, groups of youngsters and tourists were seen heading to the Central Vista to spend time near the iconic monument. Several visitors took leisurely car rides along Kartavya Path before stopping near India Gate, while others walked along the boulevard, clicked photographs and relaxed on the lawns, soaking in the festive atmosphere. The surge in visitors resulted in congestion on adjoining roads and added pressure on public transport services in central Delhi, PTI reported. A commuter said the Central Secretariat Metro station witnessed heavy rush as a large number of people used the Metro to reach India Gate and nearby areas. “There was a huge rush at the station as many people were heading towards India Gate to celebrate the New Year,” the commuter stated. Sudhir, a resident of Gurgaon, said he had come to the Central Secretariat Metro station for some work but encountered a massive crowd moving towards India Gate, forcing him to wait for over 10 minutes in a queue to scan his ticket. New Year 2026: Commuters flag Metro overcrowding as police step up deployment around India Gate “I came here for some work, but the station was extremely crowded with people heading towards India Gate. It took me more than 10 minutes just to enter,” he told PTI. Devashish, who visited India Gate with his family, said the area was heavily crowded, though police personnel were seen trying to manage the situation. Visitors were being guided properly and movement was regulated despite the large number of people present, he added. Another commuter, Fatima, said she was travelling from Shahdara with her children for a picnic but faced overcrowding at Kashmere Gate. “There was a huge crowd and I had to wait for more than 10 minutes to board the Metro because of the rush,” she said. A police officer said additional personnel had been deployed in and around the India Gate area to maintain law and order and ensure smooth movement of people and vehicles. “We have deployed additional police personnel in and around the India Gate area to maintain law and order and ensure the smooth movement of people and vehicles. Police personnel are requesting visitors to follow traffic rules, cross roads safely, park vehicles only at designated places and cooperate with the police. We also wish everyone a very happy New Year,” the officer said. Police personnel were seen regulating traffic and guiding pedestrians as celebrations continued through the day. Many people had also gathered near the monument late on New Year’s Eve to mark the end of 2025, with celebrations continuing past midnight. (With PTI inputs)
01 January,2026 05:00 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentA family in Indore district has lost its six-month-old son, born after 10 years, after he fell ill allegedly due to consumption of contaminated water, news agency ANI reported, quoting officials and family members of the infant. According to the family, the child developed diarrhoea on December 26 and was taken to a local doctor, who prescribed medication. After the check-up, the child was brought back home. However, on December 29, he suffered a high fever, vomited, and died at home. Sunil Sahu, the child’s father, said, “He had diarrhoea and fever. We took him to the doctor on December 26. The doctor gave medicine and we brought him home. The child was fine for two days but again, suddenly, at night, he developed a very high fever. He vomited, and he died at home on December 29. This child was born after 10 years. I have a daughter, and this son was born 10 years later. He was six months old.” On Wednesday, Chief Minister (CM) Mohan Yadav visited hospitals in the district where people are undergoing treatment after falling ill due to allegedly contaminated water, ANI reported. He enquired about the patients’ health and reviewed the medical arrangements being provided. The CM also interacted with affected residents and directed authorities to ensure proper and timely treatment for all patients. After his visits, CM Yadav told reporters, “I visited four-five hospitals and met all the patients undergoing treatment. Everyone’s condition is stable, and proper treatment is being provided in the hospitals. Primarily, action has already been taken against the concerned official for negligence. ACS Sanjay Dubey is here, along with the minister and mayor, to reassess the situation. We have stated that the government will not tolerate any negligence under any circumstances, especially in all areas where there are complaints related to water supply. A thorough investigation will be conducted to prevent such incidents in the future.” CM Yadav also announced Rs 2-lakh financial assistance to the families of the victims and free treatment for all the affected people, ANI reported. Indore water contamination: Two officials suspended, one dismissed Earlier, he had directed strict action against officials responsible for the lapse. Following this, two officials have been suspended, while one has been dismissed from service. Indore Collector Shivam Verma said that Zonal Officer Shaligram Sitole and Assistant Engineer Yogesh Joshi have been suspended with immediate effect, while in-charge sub-engineer (PHE) Shubham Shrivastava has been dismissed. A three-member committee has also been constituted to investigate the matter. The panel will work under the supervision of Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Navjeevan Panwar, with Superintendent Engineer Pradeep Nigam and Associate Professor Dr Shailesh Rai from the Medical College included in the committee. (With ANI inputs)
01 January,2026 04:30 PM IST | Indore | mid-day online correspondentBunty Jahagirdar, one of the accused in the 2012 Pune blasts case, was allegedly shot dead by unidentified attackers on Wednesday afternoon, police officials said, reported the PTI. The incident took place in Shrirampur town in Ahilyanagar district of Maharashtra, police said. According to the PTI, Jahagirdar, who was in his mid-50s, was travelling on a two-wheeler with another person when two bike-borne assailants opened fire on him. The attack happened around 2 pm on Borawake College Road as he was returning from a burial ground. Rushed to hospital, succumbed to injuries After the shooting, Jahagirdar suffered bullet injuries and was immediately taken to a nearby hospital. However, doctors declared him dead during treatment, as per the PTI. Ahilyanagar Superintendent of Police Somnath Gharge confirmed the incident and said the exact reason behind the attack is still unknown.Police Launch Investigation “The motive behind the attack is yet to be ascertained. Multiple teams have been formed to probe the case, and the investigation is on,” Gharge said, the news agency reported. Police are examining CCTV footage and questioning witnesses to identify the attackers. Pune serial blasts case Jahagirdar was arrested by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) for his alleged role in the 2012 Jangli Maharaj Road serial blasts in Pune. On August 1, 2012, four low-intensity bomb blasts occurred at busy locations on Jangli Maharaj Road, including near Balgandharva Theatre, a Dena Bank branch, a McDonald’s outlet and Garware Bridge within a span of nearly 40 minutes. The blasts caused panic but no fatalities. The explosions occurred at locations within a radius of 1 km in Jangli Maharaj Road. A fifth live bomb was found on JM Road which was later defused. The blasts that shook Pune city left and had left a 34-year-old tailor injured. Criminal cases registered against Jahagirdar According to the police, Jahagirdar allegedly had several criminal cases registered against him in Ahilyanagar district of Maharashtra. These cases include serious allegations against him with charges of murder, bodily offences and criminal intimidation. He had been out of jail after a court granted him bail in 2023 in the Pune blasts case. (with PTI inputs)
01 January,2026 04:15 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Maharashtra) | mid-day online correspondentIndia’s aviation regulator, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), on Thursday issued a show-cause notice to the Air India cockpit crew for operating multiple flights between Delhi and Tokyo, news agency IANS reported. In its notice, the regulator stated that Air India is operating multiple flights despite being aware of safety and compliance lapses and sought a response in two weeks. The notice pertains to operations of flight AI-357 from Delhi to Tokyo and AI-358 from Tokyo to Delhi, IANS reported. “The Minimum Equipment List (MEL) applicable to the aircraft was incompatible,” the DGCA notice said. Air India is yet to reply to the notice, which further mentioned that this was not an isolated incident and that similar issues had been detected in other sectors in the past. The aviation regulator has also asked the pilots to explain why action should not be initiated against them under the Aircraft Rules and Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR). In November 2025, following an engine shutdown on Air India’s Delhi-Mumbai flight, DGCA had called for a probe into the incident. The Mumbai-bound Air India B777-300ER aircraft returned to Delhi shortly after take-off due to a technical issue and landed safely in the national capital. “The AIC 887 (Delhi-Mumbai) was involved in an air turnback, as during flap retraction after take-off, the flight crew observed low engine oil pressure on Engine No. 2 (right-hand engine),” DGCA mentioned. Soon after the take-off, the engine oil pressure dropped to zero. Following the procedure, the crew shut down the No 2 engine, and the aircraft landed safely at Delhi, it added. The DGCA, while highlighting the issues, noted that “the inspection/rectification is in progress”. The regulator further said, “The incident would be investigated by the Permanent Investigation Board of the Airline under the supervision of Director Air Safety (NR), DGCA”. Dense fog leads to 128 flight cancellations at Delhi airport Flight and train operations across several parts of the country were severely affected last week due to dense fog, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. A total of 128 flights, including 64 arrivals and 64 departures, were cancelled at airport. Additionally, eight flights were diverted, while more than 30 flights were delayed due to poor visibility conditions. (With inputs from IANS)
01 January,2026 03:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBangladesh-based terror groups Harkat-ul-Jihad Islami (HuJI) and Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen are increasingly using their proxies while carrying out activities in India, news agency IANS reported, citing intelligence agencies. The two terror groups are also looking to create homegrown outfits in India so that Bangladesh has the deniability factor. The terrorism by Bangladeshi agencies is similar to what the Lashkar-e-Tayiba or Jaish-e-Mohammad have been doing in India, IANS reported, citing intelligence agencies. The Lashkar-e-Tayiba uses groups such as ‘The Resistance Front’ for operations in Jammu and Kashmir. In the case of the Jaish-e-Mohammad, the proxies are the People’s Anti-Fascist Front (PAAF) and the Kashmir Tigers (KT). While these terror groups are allegedly just proxies, both the Lashkar-e-Tayiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad are trying to pass them off as homegrown outfits. ISI and Jamaat-e-Islami Intelligence agencies said the ISI and Jamaat-e-Islami have significantly increased their focus on these terror groups. Most of its cadres who were in jail were released without any explanation following the ouster of ex-Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, IANS reported. Reports also indicate that they have been given a free hand to operate in the country, but the message is that all the attacks should be focused on India. While the immediate threat persists in bordering states, officer say that these groups are capable of operating in both north and south India. An Intelligence Bureau officer said, "They have been witnessing a new trend where the HuJi and JMB are concerned. Their modules across India are operating under different aliases, and this is a clear strategy to dodge the security agencies." Assam and Tripura police bust Imam Mahamude Kafila (IMK) terror module Assam and Tripura police in a joint operation busted a module that was called the Imam Mahamude Kafila (IMK). This is a proxy of the JMB, revealed the probe by the police. Officers said that this module has been around but was reactivated recently to carry out attacks in India. JMB also has other Indian affiliates, namely the Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen India and Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Hindustan. The HuJI, too, has several proxies that are in the process of being activated in India ahead of the West Bengal elections, stated officers. The terror outfit had in the past operated alongside the Indian Mujahideen. It also has proxies such as Harkat-ul-Ansar (HuL) and the Asif Reza Commando Force (ARCF). This is the same group that claimed responsibility for the 2002 attack on the American Center in Kolkata. This is a strategy that has been used by terror groups based out of Pakistan in the past. Officers said one of the main challenges for agencies is the delay in investigations after a module is busted. Operating under different names is intended to confuse security agencies, as it takes time for the trail to lead back to the parent terror group. Officers also said that having multiple proxies for each terror group was a tactic suggested by the ISI to ensure no direct trail leads back to Bangladesh in the event of a terror attack. They also stated that Pakistan has resorted to similar tactics in the past to deflect blame, and a comparable approach is now being pushed in Bangladesh to ensure the country does not come under scrutiny from international bodies such as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). (With inputs from IANS)
01 January,2026 03:43 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentFlight services at the Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) in Bhubaneswar were disrupted on Thursday morning due to dense fog, an airport officer said. Due to poor visibility on the runway in the morning from around 6.30 am, led to the diversion and delay of several flights, causing inconvenience to passengers. For operation of a flight, the runway visual range (RVR) should be around 550 meters. At around 6.30 am this morning, the RVR went down to 50 metres, for which five flights were diverted to Kolkata (two flights), and Raipur (three flights), said BPIA director Prasanna Pradhan. Out of the diverted flights, three flights from New Delhi, one from Bangalore and another from Chennai, he said. Similarly, a flight to Dehradun and another small aircraft to Jeypore, Utkela and Jamshedpur from Bhubaneswar were also delayed due to the fog, he stated. The director said the visibility level improved after 10.30 am, and one flight diverted to Kolkata has landed here. Later, the flight service resumed normal operation. Necessary arrangements have been made for the passengers affected due to the delay of the flights, Pradhan said. This was the second day during this season, the flight operation at Bhubaneswar airport was affected by fog conditions, he added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
01 January,2026 02:42 PM IST | Bhubaneswar | PTIDefence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday signed the Condolence Book in the High Commission of Bangladesh in Delhi. Singh expressed sorrow at the passing of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. In a post on X, he said, "Went to the High Commission of Bangladesh in New Delhi. Signed the Condolence Book expressing our profound sorrow at the passing of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. Our thoughts are with her family and the people of Bangladesh." Went to the High Commission of Bangladesh in New Delhi. Signed the Condolence Book expressing our profound sorrow at the passing of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. Our thoughts are with her family and the people of Bangladesh. @bdhc_delhi pic.twitter.com/AscV4ZdIUe — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) January 1, 2026 Earlier in the day, Acting Chairman of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Tarique Rahman on Thursday shared a heartfelt note thanking the supporters who gathered for the funeral of his mother, Khaleda Zia. Rahman thanked officials of the government and dignitaries that visited Bangladesh from abroad representing their heads of state for the funeral. "In yesterday's moments of deep personal loss, I want to speak from the heart and thank the many individuals whose care and professionalism helped the country conduct itself through my mother's final farewell," Rahman said in a post on X. In yesterday's moments of deep personal loss, I want to speak from the heart and thank the many individuals whose care and professionalism helped the country conduct itself through my mother’s final farewell.I am deeply grateful to the officers and personnel of the Bangladesh… pic.twitter.com/H1pDtpKZ9o — Tarique Rahman (@trahmanbnp) January 1, 2026 Bangladesh on Wednesday held the Namaz-e-Janaza of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia at the South Plaza of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, as thousands gathered to pay their final respects to the veteran leader. The funeral prayer was led by the khatib of the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, while BNP Standing Committee member Nazrul Islam Khan oversaw the proceedings. Following the Namaz-e-Janaza, it was announced that Khaleda Zia was buried beside her husband, former president Ziaur Rahman, at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar in the capital. The funeral drew wide regional attention, with multiple South Asian nations dispatching senior representatives to Dhaka to attend the state funeral, The Daily Star reported. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also attended Khaleda Zia's funeral in Dhaka. Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Riaz Hamidullah on Wednesday said that the visit by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar would see New Delhi and Dhaka script a new chapter in ties, driven by shared interests. As 🇮🇳Hon External Affairs Minister HE Dr @DrSJaishankar left Dhaka following a whirlwind 4-hr visit, #Bangladesh & #India would look forward to script a new chapter in 🇧🇩🇮🇳 ties, in shared interests driven by pragmatism and mutual interdependence, as indeed briefly discussed with… pic.twitter.com/S5HrUApijS — Riaz Hamidullah (@hamidullah_riaz) December 31, 2025 In a post on X, he said, "As HE Dr @DrSJaishankar left Dhaka after a whirlwind 4-hr visit, #Bangladesh & #India would look forward to script a new chapter in ties, in shared interests driven by pragmatism and mutual interdependence, as indeed briefly discussed with @bdbnp78 Acting Chair, @trahmanbnp this afternoon." This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
01 January,2026 02:26 PM IST | New Delhi | ANIThe first day of 2026 saw a marginal drop in prices of gold and silver across major cities like Mumbai, Delhi and other major cities. Earlier on Wednesday, precious metals, especially silver, took a breather. The downfall came after a run‑up to a record high followed by aggressive profit‑booking. The price of gold in Mumbai on the first day of the year was recorded at Rs 1,35,020 for 10 grams of 24-carat gold. The marginal drop in prices amid the year-ending celebration also experienced a sheer demand for the yellow metal across the city. Talking about the global markets, the volatility remained elevated amid geopolitical tensions such as US strikes on Venezuela’s dock facilities and Chinese naval exercises that bolstered safe‑haven demand earlier in the week, as per IANS. On the other hand, silver futures for March 2026 on MCX tumbled 4.63 per cent to Rs 2,39,395 per kg, and gold futures for February 2026 slipped 0.51 per cent to Rs 1,35,973 per 10 grams in morning trade on Wednesday. Gold prices in Mumbai While the price of 24-carat gold in Mumbai stood at Rs. 1,35,020, the 22-carat gold in Mumbai was recorded at Rs 1,23,780 for 10-grams. Gold prices in Delhi Apart from Mumbai, the national capital also experienced a marginal decline in prices of gold. The price of 24-carat gold in Delhi on Thursday was recorded at Rs 1,35,160 for 10 grams. Whereas the price of 22-carat gold was recorded at Rs 1,23,920 for 10 grams. Domestic spot gold prices have surged over 76 per cent year‑to‑date and international gold prices over 70 per cent in 2025, on track for their strongest annual performance since 1979. Rahul Kalantri, VP Commodities, Mehta Equities Ltd, while highlighting the price movements of gold, said, "Gold and silver prices witnessed sharp volatility on Tuesday, rebounding strongly from intraday lows as rising geopolitical tensions boosted safe-haven demand. Setbacks in the Russia-Ukraine peace process emerged after Russia alleged a Ukrainian drone attack on the President’s residence, as per IANS. Silver prices Silver has support at the Rs 2,45,150-Rs 2,42,780 zone and resistance at the Rs 2,54,810-Rs 2,56,970 zone, he added. Aggressive central bank buying, expectations of US Fed rate cuts, concerns over the impact of US tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and robust inflows into gold and silver ETFs drove the gold and silver prices this year. A recent report from Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. said that persistent inventory drawdowns across key global hubs, weakening arbitrage between Shanghai and COMEX, and repeated delivery pressures have exposed the limited availability of deliverable silver. (With inputs from IANS)
01 January,2026 11:53 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentStudents from the northeast held a candlelight march here to protest the killing of 24-year-old Anjel Chakma from Tripura and demanded justice, raising slogans against alleged racial discrimination. Under the banner of the 'Unified Tripura Students Association' (UTSA), students from various institutions in Dehradun gathered outside Gandhi Park on Wednesday and marched to Ghantaghar (clock tower) with candles in their hands. Some students from other states also joined the protest. Holding banners with Chakma's picture, the students chanted slogans such as "Stop Racism", "We Are Indians", and "We Want Justice." Churanta Tripura, general secretary of the UTSA, Dehradun, alleged that police were trying to suppress the case and therefore not treating it as one involving racism. He also alleged that the police asked them to stop the protest march, citing traffic issues due to New Year celebrations. Chakma, a final-year MBA student at a private university here, was allegedly attacked and seriously injured with a knife and a brass knuckle by some youths on December 9. He died on December 26 after being hospitalised for 17 days. While Chakma's family and friends have termed the incident a result of racist remarks, the Dehradun police said their investigation so far has not found any evidence of racial discrimination. Dehradun SSP Ajay Singh said that students from all over the country, including more than 2,000 from the northeast, come to Dehradun to study. He said about 250 students from Tripura alone are studying in the city. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
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