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NCP will need BJP consultation for merger with Sharad Pawar faction: Tatkare

Senior NCP leader Sunil Tatkare stated that any potential merger between the Ajit Pawar-led NCP and the Sharad Pawar-led faction would require consultation with the BJP. He added that, currently, such a merger is highly unlikely

18 July,2025 10:09 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Bengal announces new transport rules, mandates licences for bus conductors

West Bengal's transport department now requires all private bus conductors to get licences. This aims to increase accountability, as conductors are key for passenger support and safety, but currently lack official tracking unlike drivers

18 July,2025 10:08 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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At least three dead after explosion at LA sheriff facility

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office said he's been briefed on the matter, which occurred at the LA County Sheriff's Special Operations Bureau in East Los Angeles

18 July,2025 10:03 PM IST | AP
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Liquor scam probe: ED arrests ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's son Chaitanya

The action comes a few hours after the central probe agency carried out raids at Chaitanya's residence in Chhattisgarh. The searches were part of ED's broader crackdown on suspected money laundering and irregularities linked to the multi-crore scam

18 July,2025 07:00 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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PM Modi unveils key development projects in Bengal across energy, road sectors

In a significant boost to the state's oil and gas infrastructure, the PM laid the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corp Ltd's City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in the Bankura and Purulia districts, valued at approximately Rs 1,950 crore

18 July,2025 06:20 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Women should be freed from regressive customs and traditions: Mohan Bhagwat

Speaking at an event organised by non-profit organisation Udyogwardhini at Solapur in Maharashtra, Mohan Bhagwat said that the women are the most important part of any society

18 July,2025 05:43 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Patna hospital shootout: Bihar Police identify accused, raids underway

A Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by City SP (East), has been formed to handle the case. The Bihar Special Task Force (STF) is also helping with the investigation, the news agency reported

18 July,2025 05:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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BJP hits out at Rahul for accusing govt of witch-hunt against Robert Vadra

BJP national spokesperson Tuhin Sinha alleged that the Congress MP, with his remarks, has made it clear that he was "fully aware" of his brother-in-law's "dark deeds" and "might also have been" involved in it

18 July,2025 03:45 PM IST | PTI
World News

EU targets Russia's energy revenue, shadow fleet with new sanctions

The European Union has announced its toughest sanctions yet against Russia, targeting oil revenue, shadow fleet ships, and Nord Stream transactions. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy welcomed the move, calling it a timely and necessary response to intensifying Russian attacks

18 July,2025 03:44 PM IST | AP
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Syrian govt forces set to re-enter Sweida province after fresh clashes break out

Government security forces agreed with some of the Druze factions that they would re-enter the area to impose stability and protect state institutions, according to two Syrian officials

18 July,2025 03:27 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Israel says it "deeply regrets" Gaza church strike, vows investigation

In a statement posted on the social media platform X, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said that early findings showed fragments from a shell fired during military operations in the area may have hit the church by mistake

18 July,2025 03:03 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Bomb threats hit over 45 Delhi schools, spark panic among students and parents

Police, along with bomb disposal and dog squads, and the fire department are rushing to the different schools and initiating the evacuation process

18 July,2025 02:57 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi to address BJP rally, launch Rs 5,000 crore projects in Durgapur

PM Modi to address BJP rally, launch Rs 5,000 crore projects in Durgapur

In a significant political backdrop to the prime minister's visit, West Bengal is witnessing a wave of protests and strong political rhetoric over the detention and alleged linguistic profiling of Bengali-speaking migrant workers in BJP-governed states, including Assam, Odisha, Delhi, Maharashtra, and Gujarat

18 July,2025 01:48 PM IST | Kolkata | PTI
Land-for-jobs scam: SC declines to stay trial against Lalu Prasad Yadav

Land-for-jobs scam: SC declines to stay trial against Lalu Prasad Yadav

The top court also granted an exemption from appearance to Yadav before the trial court in the land-for-jobs scam case, noting his health condition

18 July,2025 01:39 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Rahul Gandhi hits out at govt over ED chargesheet on Robert Vadra

Rahul Gandhi hits out at govt over ED chargesheet on Robert Vadra

Rahul Gandhi also asserted that the truth shall eventually prevail and that his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and her family will withstand any kind of persecution

18 July,2025 01:24 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Five injured as speeding truck hits car carrying Amarnath Yatra pilgrims

Five injured as speeding truck hits car carrying Amarnath Yatra pilgrims

Of the eight pilgrims, five were injured, and the CRPF shifted them to a hospital where their condition is reported to be stable. The remaining three sustained minor injuries and received first aid at the site

18 July,2025 01:14 PM IST | Jammu | mid-day online correspondent
West Bengal: Three elephants run over by train in Jhargram

West Bengal: Three elephants run over by train in Jhargram

The incident, which took place on Thursday night, occurred when an elephant herd that probably came from Jharkhand's Dalma forest was traversing, police official stated

18 July,2025 12:47 PM IST | Jhargram | PTI
Over 40 private schools in Bengaluru receive bomb threats after Delhi scare

Over 40 private schools in Bengaluru receive bomb threats after Delhi scare

Schools in several areas, including Rajarajeshwari Nagar and Kengeri, in Bengaluru were threatened through an anonymous email message. Following this, the police administration jumped into action and deployed teams outside the targeted schools

18 July,2025 12:46 PM IST | Bengaluru | ANI
ED raids Bhupesh Baghel’s premises; ex-CM alleges political targeting

ED raids Bhupesh Baghel’s premises; ex-CM alleges political targeting

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted fresh searches at the premises of Congress leader Baghel as part of an alleged liquor scam linked to a money laundering investigation against his son Chaitanya Baghel on Friday, official sources said

18 July,2025 12:21 PM IST | Raipur | mid-day online correspondent
ED raids ex-Chhattisgarh CM Baghel's home in connection with case against son

ED raids ex-Chhattisgarh CM Baghel's home in connection with case against son

Chaitanya Baghel's house in Bhilai town, which he shares with his father, is being searched by the ED under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) based on receipt of fresh evidence in the case

18 July,2025 08:53 AM IST | Raipur | PTI
Bihar: Murder convict on parole shot dead in Patna

Bihar: Murder convict on parole shot dead in Patna

The deceased was identified as Chandan, a resident of Buxar district, and went to the hospital for treatment, a senior officer said. A purported CCTV footage of the incident showed that five armed men were entering the ICU of the hospital and firing at the person

18 July,2025 08:23 AM IST | Patna | Agencies
Nimisha Priya's Fight for Life Against $1 Million Pardon: Blood Money EXPLAINED

    Nimisha Priya's Fight for Life Against $1 Million Pardon: Blood Money EXPLAINED

    Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, sentenced to death in Yemen for the 2017 murder of Talal Abdo Mehdi, has received a temporary stay of execution amid mounting diplomatic and humanitarian efforts from India. However, hopes of a pardon through “blood money” (Diyah) are dim as the victim’s family refuses forgiveness and demands Qisas—Islamic retribution. The Indian government and activists continue to fight for clemency in a country known for its brutal public executions. 

    18 July,2025 09:45 PM IST
    White House: Netanyahu admitted 'mistake' to Trump following Gaza Church strike

    White House: Netanyahu admitted 'mistake' to Trump following Gaza Church strike

    White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that Trump held a phone call with Netanyahu to address the strike, noting that there was "not a positive reaction" from the US President

    18 July,2025 02:44 PM IST | Washington DC | ANI

    Coldplay concert clip sparks buzz as exec duo caught on camera

    One of the viral clips from the gig shows frontman Chris Martin unintentionally putting a spotlight on a man and woman, who were seen on the jumbotron, standing draped in each other's arms

    18 July,2025 01:24 PM IST | Boston | ANI

    Israel has refused to renew visas for heads of at least 3 UN agencies in Gaza

    Visas for the local leaders of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, known as OCHA; the human rights agency OHCHR; and the agency supporting Palestinians in Gaza, UNRWA, have not been renewed in recent months, UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric confirmed

    18 July,2025 09:11 AM IST | United Nations | AP
    Bomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained

    Bomb 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 correspondent

    Christmas 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 correspondent

    Christmas 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 correspondent
    The quest for online validation can end in tears

    The quest for online validation can end in tears

    In this case, three friends and the boy wanted to shoot a cool Instagram reel

    17 July,2025 08:16 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
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