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Patriarchy is obviously a myth

If it weren’t for our knowledgeable ministers, we would know very little about the world and how it operates

14 December,2024 07:26 AM IST | Lindsay Pereira
Opinion

Motorists must have respect for others’ lives

We may not have the power to change everything on our roads but we need to look at what is in our control. Every step counts for safer streets

14 December,2024 07:24 AM IST | The Editorial
India News

Tamil Nadu continues to reel under rain, inundation, CM speaks to collectors

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin called up the collectors of Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, and Thoothukudi districts and enquired with them about the damage caused by the rain and the steps being taken to ensure people's safety

13 December,2024 11:09 PM IST | PTI
India News

Tharoor writes to Railway Minister, calls for special trains

In his letter to Vaishnaw, Tharoor said the festive season witnesses a significant increase in travel as people return home to celebrate with their families

13 December,2024 11:02 PM IST | PTI
India News

Haryana Minister Rana launches livestock census campaign

The event marked the official launch of a state-wide door-to-door survey to collect extensive data on domestic animals and poultry

13 December,2024 10:56 PM IST | PTI
India News

Three Indian students killed in Canada

New Delhi, Dec 13 (PTI) India on Friday described the recent murder of three Indian students in Canada as "terrible tragedies" and said its high commission in Ottawa has taken up the matter of safety of Indians with the Canadian authorities.

13 December,2024 10:39 PM IST | PTI
India News

Sri Lankan Prez Anura Kumara Dissanayake to visit India on Sunday

While addressing a weekly media briefing on Friday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal noted that it will be President Dissanayake's first visit to India after the recently concluded presidential and parliamentary polls in Sri Lanka

13 December,2024 09:44 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

IndiGo flight from Istanbul to Mumbai delayed for 15 hours

The passengers were informed of a technical difficulty for the flight getting delayed, sources said

13 December,2024 08:59 PM IST | Prasun Choudhari
India News

One dead after massive fire breaks out in sofa manufacturing unit in Pune

The incident took place in Kondhwa Budruk in Yewalewadi and local residents said that the fire started when a small cylinder exploded while welding work was underway at the unit

13 December,2024 07:30 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Parbhani violence: 3 cases registered, 51 held: Cops

The violence erupted after a glass-enclosed replica of the Constitution near Dr B R Ambedkar's statue outside the Parbhani railway station was vandalised

13 December,2024 06:48 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Why don't this matter go before the same bench? SC on EVM verification plea

In its April 26, 2024 ruling, the Supreme Court dismissed allegations of EVM manipulation as "unfounded." The court confirmed that EVMs were “secured” and eliminated issues such as booth capturing and false voting

13 December,2024 02:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

But for Lok Sabha results, govt would have changed Constitution: Priyanka Gandhi

Participating in a debate on the Constitution in the Lok Sabha, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said the Constitution was a protective shield of justice, unity and freedom of expression but the government made every effort to break it during the past 10 years

13 December,2024 02:20 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Six Delhi schools receive bomb threats over email, no suspicious items found

Six Delhi schools receive bomb threats over email, no suspicious items found

The fire department, police and bomb detection teams, along with dog squads, have reached the Delhi schools and are conducting checks; the schools' authorities have sent messages to guardians to not send their wards for classes

13 December,2024 02:08 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Rajnath Singh slams Congress, says it tried to destroy Constitution

Rajnath Singh slams Congress, says it tried to destroy Constitution

Rajnath Singh pointed out that the Constitution talked about religious freedom and it had been specified that the state would not have a religion but be secular

13 December,2024 01:41 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
SC expresses concern over poor health of protesting farmer, directs medical aid

SC expresses concern over poor health of protesting farmer, directs medical aid

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan directed the Centre and Punjab government representatives to immediately meet Dallewal and provide him medical help and persuade him to break his fast-unto-death protest saying his life was precious

13 December,2024 01:24 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Government focusing on tackling pollution and traffic jams in Delhi: Gadkari

Government focusing on tackling pollution and traffic jams in Delhi: Gadkari

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced a rs 65,000 crore project to combat Delhi’s air pollution and traffic jams. The initiative focuses on biofuels, stubble utilisation, and alternative energy solutions to create a cleaner and more efficient capital.

13 December,2024 01:24 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
One Nation, One Election is an attack on federalism, says Congress MP

One Nation, One Election is an attack on federalism, says Congress MP

'One Nation, One Election' initiative aims to unify elections at multiple levels in India, including Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, along with urban body and panchayat polls, within a span of 100 days

13 December,2024 01:17 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Bengaluru techie’s suicide: Police serve notice to wife at Jaunpur residence

Bengaluru techie’s suicide: Police serve notice to wife at Jaunpur residence

Bengaluru tech professional Atul Subhash, 34, tragically died by suicide, leaving behind a 24-page note accusing his wife and her family of harassment. The Bengaluru Police have issued a notice to his wife, asking her to appear for interrogation.

13 December,2024 12:37 PM IST | Jaunpur
ED conducts search operations in multiple cities regarding Summaya-Dentsu case

ED conducts search operations in multiple cities regarding Summaya-Dentsu case

During the search operations, ED found seized Indian currency of Rs 46 Lakh, foreign currency equivalent to Rs 4 Lakh and gold bars amounting to Rs 3.4 Crore

13 December,2024 11:55 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Tamil Nadu rains: Severe downpour, flooding continue across multiple districts

Tamil Nadu rains: Severe downpour, flooding continue across multiple districts

The Thoothukudi district administration has issued a flood warning in the Srivaikuntam and Eral areas owing to the heavy inflows into the Thamirabarani river

13 December,2024 11:40 AM IST | Chennai | mid-day online correspondent
Mid-Day Top News: Driver was given JUST 5 mins training, reveals probe and more

Mid-Day Top News: Driver was given JUST 5 mins training, reveals probe and more

Stay informed with the latest developments in the nation, Mumbai, entertainment, sports, and more. Let's dive into the headlines shaping our world today

13 December,2024 10:25 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Elon musk roasts Canadian PM Trudeau amid souring relations with the US

    Elon musk roasts Canadian PM Trudeau amid souring relations with the US

    Tesla CEO Elon Musk slammed PM Trudeau’s “proud feminist” remark and called him an “insufferable tool”. Musk launched a scathing attack on Trudeau, further predicting that his tenure as Canadian PM won’t last long. Meanwhile the US, Canada relationship soured as President-Elect Donald Trump threatened to impose a 25% tariff. Donald Trump mocked Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as the "governor" of the “Great State of Canada”. He reportedly told Canadian PM Justin Trudeau his country should become the 51st state if it can't fix trade and border issues. President Elect Trump mocked Trudeau about Canada becoming the 51st state if the country can't handle his promised tariff. The Musk-Trudeau conflict may act as a catalyst for the soured relations between the United States and Canada. Meanwhile, Elon Musk will lead the 'Department of Government Efficiency' along with Vivek Ramaswamy

    13 December,2024 04:54 PM IST
    Israeli strike in central Gaza kills at least 25 people

    Israeli strike in central Gaza kills at least 25 people

    Officials at two hospitals in the Gaza Strip, al-Awda Hospital in the north and al-Aqsa Hospital in central Gaza, reported they received a combined total of 25 bodies from an Israeli strike on a multi-storey residential building in the urban Nuseirat refugee camp

    13 December,2024 11:57 AM IST | Deir al-Balah | PTI

    Bangladesh court keeps bail petition, refuses to advance hearing of Hindu monk

    Rabindra Ghosh, a Supreme Court lawyer and human rights activist, presented the petition in the court and the judge kept his application "on record" but did not allow an early hearing.

    13 December,2024 11:53 AM IST | Bangladesh | ANI

    Donald Trump invites China's Xi Jinping to his January 20 inauguration

    "This is an example of President Trump creating an open dialogue with leaders of countries that are not just our allies but our adversaries and our competitors too," the incoming White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitte said

    13 December,2024 11:49 AM IST | Washington | PTI
    Over 30 lakh devotees make pilgrimage to Badrinath and Kedarnath in 2024: Report

    Over 30 lakh devotees make pilgrimage to Badrinath and Kedarnath in 2024: Report

    The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reported a record-breaking 30,87,417 pilgrims visiting Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams during the 2024 Yatra season, highlighting the success of temple and local administration efforts

    18 November,2024 10:03 AM IST | Dehradun

    Gurunanak Jayanti brings light and devotion to Mumbai's gurudwaras

    Mumbai marks Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary with celebrations highlighting his teachings on unity, service, and compassion.

    16 November,2024 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava

    Varanasi: Large crowds gather at Dashashwamedh Ghat for 'Ganga Mahotsav 2024'

    Large crowds gathered at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat for the ongoing Ganga Mahotsav 2024, where cultural performances, including a Kathak dance by Yasmin Singh, added to the vibrant atmosphere. The festival celebrates the spiritual significance of the Ganges and attracts visitors from around the world

    13 November,2024 09:59 AM IST | Varanasi
    A to Z of Brisbane

    A to Z of Brisbane

    26 reasons to remember Test matches at the Gabba, where India take on Australia in Game 3 of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy

    12 December,2024 08:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Clayton Murzello
    10 December,2024 08:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Ian Chappell
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