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Delhi Police say 139 drug offenders arrested under ‘Operation Kavach 8.0’

"The 24-hour exercise began at 6 pm on June 18 and concluded at 6 pm on June 19," stated Special Commissioner of Police (CP), Crime, Devesh Chandra Srivastava. As part of this extensive drive, 139 drug offenders were arrested under the NDPS Act

20 June,2025 08:20 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Ranthambhore bids farewell to iconic tigress Arrowhead (T84)

According to the Tigerwatchranthambhore, Arrowhead (T84) was born on March 23, 2014. She was one of four cubs of Krishna (T19) and Star Male (T28), and a direct descendant of the legendary tigress Machhli

20 June,2025 08:03 PM IST | Ranjeet Jadhav
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Indian Navy gears up for 11th International Day of Yoga

The theme for the International Day of Yoga, oberseved annually on June 21, is 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health'. Recognising the power of yoga in promoting physical and mental well-being, daily sessions of the ancient Indian practice are being conducted from June 11 as run-up to International Yoga Day 2025

20 June,2025 07:38 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Russian drone attacks kill one in Ukraine

On Friday, Russian drones struck Odesa and Kharkiv overnight, killing at least one person and hitting apartment blocks. Meanwhile, a Kremlin official indicated that new peace talks are expected to be announced next week between both nations

20 June,2025 07:15 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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'Home Minister Shah has asked Karnataka BJP to intensify fight against Congress'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah was in the city to inaugurate the Adichunchanagiri University (ACU) Bengaluru campus, and BGS Medical College and Hospital in Bengaluru

20 June,2025 07:12 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Prime Minister Modi flags off India's 71st Vande Bharat train

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually launched India's 71st Vande Bharat train from Siwan on Friday. This new service, which had its inaugural run from Patliputra station, is expected to cut travel time between Patliputra and Gorakhpur by at least two hours, making journeys more convenient for commuters

20 June,2025 07:11 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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PM Modi unveils major development projects in Odisha

Prime Minister Modi attended a state-level function at Janta Maidan in Bhubaneswar to commemorate the completion of one year of the Odisha government

20 June,2025 06:35 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Setback for Elon Musk's dream Mars project as SpaceX rocket explodes during test

Elon Musk-headed SpaceX's newest Starship exploded ahead of a routine engine test in Texas, leading to a complete loss of the aircraft and damage to the immediate area surrounding the stand. Earlier, the Axiom-4 mission launch scheduled for June 19 was delayed till June 22 due to technical snags

20 June,2025 05:37 PM IST | ANI
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CBI successfully coordinates return of fake currency case accused from UAE

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully coordinated the return of Moideenabba Ummer Beary from the UAE through INTERPOL Channels. The International Police Cooperation Unit (IPCU) of the CBI, in coordination with the National Central Bureau (NCB) in Abu Dhabi

20 June,2025 05:26 PM IST | ANI
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Air India’s Delhi–Pune flight suffers bird hit after touchdown

The aircraft landed safely and the bird hit was detected after it touched down in Pune, the airline said in a statement, adding that it has been grounded and extensive checks are being carried out by the engineering team. Air India said it has given passengers the option of refunds on cancellation or complimentary rescheduling

20 June,2025 04:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Manish Sisodia appears before ACB, terms case 'politically motivated'

The summons come after an FIR was registered by the ACB on April 30 based on allegations of financial irregularities to the tune of Rs 2,000 crore in the construction of over 12,000 classrooms or semi-permanent structures in Delhi government schools

20 June,2025 04:10 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Maharashtra: Over 100 CCTV cameras to be installed for Jayakwadi Dam's security

Located on the Godavari River, the dam spreads 10 km in Paithan tehsil and is a key project in Marathwada, supplying water for agriculture and drinking water to Jalna and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

20 June,2025 03:18 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
AAP slams BJP over 'Fake' classroom scam probe against Manish Sisodia

AAP slams BJP over 'Fake' classroom scam probe against Manish Sisodia

Delhi's Leader of Opposition, Atishi, criticised the BJP after AAP's Manish Sisodia was summoned by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for the "fake" classroom scam. Atishi called it another "fabricated case" by the BJP against AAP

20 June,2025 03:16 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Kerala HC asks state govt if it contemplates law against sorcery, black magic

Kerala HC asks state govt if it contemplates law against sorcery, black magic

When the matter came up for hearing before a division bench of Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar and Justice Basant Balaji on June 3, the court directed the government to file an affidavit regarding the state's stand in respect of its earlier position that it was contemplating to enact a law on the subject

20 June,2025 02:52 PM IST | Kochi | PTI
Kerala ministers condemn Amit Shah's remarks on English language

Kerala ministers condemn Amit Shah's remarks on English language

Kerala Ministers R Bindu and V Sivankutty have condemned Union Minister Amit Shah's reported comments against English, calling his views "restrictive and narrow-minded." Bindu, the Higher Education Minister, stressed that English is vital for global communication and online interaction, and discouraging its learning would limit children's growth

20 June,2025 02:34 PM IST | Thiruvananthapuram | mid-day online correspondent
Ahmedabad plane crash: 220 victims identified, 202 bodies handed over to kin

Ahmedabad plane crash: 220 victims identified, 202 bodies handed over to kin

A London-bound Air India flight AI-171 carrying 242 passengers and crew members crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12. All but one on board the plane died along with nearly 29 on the ground when the aircraft smashed into a medical complex in Meghaninagar area of the city shortly after its take-off

20 June,2025 02:23 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi launches projects worth over Rs 5,900 crore in Bihar

PM Modi launches projects worth over Rs 5,900 crore in Bihar

PM Modi inaugurated the new Vaishali-Deoria railway line project, built at a cost of over Rs 400 crore. He also flagged off the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra and Gorakhpur via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah

20 June,2025 02:02 PM IST | Siwan | mid-day online correspondent
Raja Raghuvanshi murder: Hotel manager says, they had kept their luggage here

Raja Raghuvanshi murder: Hotel manager says, they had kept their luggage here

The hotel manager of the hotel where Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi had kept their luggage during their search for a hotel room has shared the CCTV footage with the Police. The manager said that Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi had kept their luggage during their search for a hotel room

20 June,2025 01:56 PM IST | Shillong | ANI
PM Modi reaches function venue in Bihar in open vehicle

PM Modi reaches function venue in Bihar in open vehicle

PM Modi has reached Bihar on June 20, 2025, in a style that has become characteristic of his visits. PM Modi on Friday reached the venue of his function in Siwan district in an open vehicle. His visit to Bihar focuses on the stronghold of BJP in the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections.

20 June,2025 01:55 PM IST | Siwan | mid-day online correspondent
Calcutta high court halts West Bengal's aid scheme for sacked school staff

Calcutta high court halts West Bengal's aid scheme for sacked school staff

The Calcutta High Court has temporarily blocked the West Bengal government's scheme to pay monetary support of Rs 25,000 for Group C and Rs 20,000 for Group D, to non-teaching staff who lost their jobs due to a Supreme Court ruling that found their hiring process flawed. This restraint is in effect until at least 26th September

20 June,2025 01:50 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurates Khajyaji Naik memorial in Jalgaon

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurates Khajyaji Naik memorial in Jalgaon

Devendra Fadnavis also hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that in the Amrit Mahotsav of independence, PM Modi clearly mentioned the stories related to the country's tribal heroes and what they have brought to the nation

20 June,2025 01:44 PM IST | Jalgaon | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi concludes G7 summit, begins historic Croatia visit

PM Modi concludes G7 summit, begins historic Croatia visit

The Prime Minister received a ceremonial welcome upon his arrival in Croatia. This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Croatia, signifying an important milestone in the bilateral relationship and opening new avenues for cooperation in areas of mutual interest

20 June,2025 01:52 PM IST | Zagreb | mid-day online correspondent

Trump to decide in two weeks on US involvement in Israel-Iran tension

The White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that US President Donald Trump will decide within the next two weeks whether the United States will join Israel in its ongoing war with Iran, citing a continued possibility of diplomatic engagement with Tehran.

20 June,2025 12:30 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent

Taiwan to clear illegal Oyster racks amid China 'Grey Zone' concerns

Taiwan will clear nearly 200 hectares of illegal oyster racks from waters between Kinmen County and Xiamen, China. The Executive Yuan announced on Thursday that Chinese fishers will not be allowed into Taiwan's waters to remove them

20 June,2025 12:15 PM IST | Taipei | mid-day online correspondent
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 A to Z of Leeds

The A to Z of Leeds

Two stumpers made their debut in the 1986 Test. India’s Chandu Pandit (although Kiran More kept wickets) and England’s Bruce French, who replaced Paul Downton. Nottinghamshire’s French reportedly indulged in mountaineering

19 June,2025 07:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Clayton Murzello
17 June,2025 07:49 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y Gopinath
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