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Mid-Day Premium U'khand tunnel collapse exposes deep fault lines in infra development paradigm

The Uttarakhand tunnel collapse brought to light the precarious nature of tunnel construction, prompting critical questions about the risks thrust upon labourers, particularly at high altitudes

09 December,2023 11:15 AM IST | Muhammad Raafi
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Delhi's air quality remains in 'very poor' category

Visuals from the area around Akshardham, shot at 6:55 am showed smog engulfing the city, reported ANI

09 December,2023 10:06 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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US vetoes UN resolution calling for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

The US Deputy Representative at the UN, Robert Wood, stressed that the resolution is "divorced from reality" and "would not have moved the needle forward on the ground"

09 December,2023 07:53 AM IST | ANI
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West Bengal: Ten newborns die within 24 hours at Murshidabad hospital

According to the authorities, the sudden influx of patients put immense strain on the already overloaded medical college, contributing to the unfortunate deaths

09 December,2023 07:51 AM IST | ANI
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Elon Musk calls for Disney’s Bob Iger’s ouster over ads on X

On Thursday, Musk, the owner of X and a billionaire conspiracy theorist, took to social media, where he frequently voices his opinions, to express his discontent with Iger’s actions.

09 December,2023 07:50 AM IST | Agencies
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India's economic growth linked to progress of entire world: PM Modi

PM Modi was addressing the gathering after inaugurating the first Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 being held at Red Fort today.

09 December,2023 07:47 AM IST | ANI
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Biden’s son faces nine charges of tax evasion

The charges, which include failure to file and pay taxes, evasion of assessment, and false or fraudulent tax returns, allege that Biden engaged in a four-year scheme to avoid paying at least USD 1.4 million in taxes from 2016 to 2019.

09 December,2023 07:45 AM IST | Agencies
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Delhi cabinet reshuffle: Atishi gets Law department

Atishi now oversees 14 portfolios, which is the highest number of portfolios a minister in the Delhi government has right now

09 December,2023 07:43 AM IST | ANI
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Canada to up cost-of-living requirement for foreign students

The amount will be adjusted yearly based on a Statistics Canada benchmark for living costs.

09 December,2023 07:43 AM IST | Agencies
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Netanyahu threatens to flatten parts of Lebanon

Israel PM’s warning comes following attack by Hezbollah that killed a farmer

09 December,2023 07:41 AM IST | Agencies
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RBI retains FY24 retail inflation forecast at 5.4 per cent

The moderation in October inflation was observed in all components of CPI

09 December,2023 07:39 AM IST | Agencies
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Wherever there is Congress, there is corruption: Anurag Thakur

As the raids entered the third day, Income Tax sleuths recovered more than Rs 200 crore cash from several locations in Odisha and Jharkhand

09 December,2023 07:38 AM IST | ANI
On Day 3 of I-T raids, 156 bags of cash found

On Day 3 of I-T raids, 156 bags of cash found

Modi was apparently referring to political leaders in Odisha and Jharkhand who have links with the liquor firm

09 December,2023 07:37 AM IST | Bhubaneswar | Agencies
Nana Patole, Congress workers detained in Nagpur during protest on unemployment

Nana Patole, Congress workers detained in Nagpur during protest on unemployment

Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole and some party leaders were detained during a protest march on the issue of unemployment organized by the party's youth wing in Nagpur.

08 December,2023 06:29 PM IST | Nagpur | PTI
Ethics panel punishing me for practice that is routine: TMC MP Mahua Moitra

Ethics panel punishing me for practice that is routine: TMC MP Mahua Moitra

Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra faced expulsion from the Lok Sabha following the adoption of the Ethics Committee's report that held her guilty of accepting gifts and illegal gratification

08 December,2023 05:10 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Mahua Moitra's expulsion 'black day' for Parliament: CPI(M)

Mahua Moitra's expulsion 'black day' for Parliament: CPI(M)

The CPI(M) on Friday claimed that Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra's expulsion from the Lok Sabha is a "black day" for the Parliament.

08 December,2023 04:06 PM IST | Kolkata | PTI
Lok Sabha expels TMC MP Mahua Moitra in

Lok Sabha expels TMC MP Mahua Moitra in "cash-for-query" scam

The Lok Sabha on Friday expelled Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra after holding her guilty of sharing her credentials with others and accepting gifts from a businessman to extend favours

08 December,2023 03:30 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra expelled from Lok Sabha

Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra expelled from Lok Sabha

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra was expelled from Lok Sabha on Friday after the Ethics Committee was tabled in the Lower House for discussion. Moitra was accused of having accepted cash from businessman Darshan Hiranandani in lieu of raising questions on Gautam Adani in the Parliament. 

08 December,2023 03:15 PM IST | Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Chhagan Bhujbal says Dalit families attacked over poll in Ahmednagar district

Chhagan Bhujbal says Dalit families attacked over poll in Ahmednagar district

Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal on Friday said that two Dalit families were attacked in Ahmednagar over a dispute tied to an election and demanded strict action against the perpetrators.

08 December,2023 02:46 PM IST | Nagpur | PTI
Time of post-lunch session of Rajya Sabha changed to 2 pm from 2.30 pm: Dhankhar

Time of post-lunch session of Rajya Sabha changed to 2 pm from 2.30 pm: Dhankhar

After the listed papers were tabled in the Rajya Sabha in the morning session, Tiruchi Siva of the DMK pointed out the change of time printed on the business schedule of the day and wanted to know the reason

08 December,2023 02:24 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Sonia Gandhi's birthday: A look at former congress president's political journey

Sonia Gandhi's birthday: A look at former congress president's political journey

Sonia Gandhi's birthday 2023: As the former president of Congress celebrates her birthday on Saturday, here's a look at her political journey

08 December,2023 01:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Australian PM Anthony Albanese Praises Arnold Dix in Parliament

    Australian PM Anthony Albanese Praises Arnold Dix in Parliament

    Australian tunneling expert Arnold Dix hogged the limelight as 41 trapped workers in the Silkyara tunnel were rescued in Uttarakhand. Commending his exceptional work, the Australian PM on Dec 08 appreciated Arnold Dix in the Australian Parliament. Australian PM Anthony Albanese praised and commended Arnold Dix for his pivotal role in the 17-day-long rescue mission. He also expressed deep admiration for Arnold Dix, who is the president of the International Tunneling and Underground Space Association. Arnold Dix soon thanked the Australian PM for his kind words and affectionately referred to 41 rescued workers as his “adopted Indian sons.” Watch the full video for more details!

    09 December,2023 12:25 PM IST | Mumbai
    Six Palestinians killed in Israeli military's latest West Bank raid

    Six Palestinians killed in Israeli military's latest West Bank raid

    Israeli forces stormed into a refugee camp in the occupied West Bank on Friday to arrest suspected Palestinian militants, unleashing fighting with local gunmen in which six Palestinians were killed; among the dead were a 14-year-old boy and the founder of the Al Aqsa Martyrs' Brigade.

    08 December,2023 04:07 PM IST | Jerusalem | AP

    After a day's break, COP28 negotiators turn back to fossil fuels

    COP28 negotiators came back to discuss the future of fossil fuel after a day of rest; they will work to finalise the global stocktake

    08 December,2023 11:02 AM IST | Dubai | AP

    PM Modi cannot be forced to take actions contrary to Indian interests: Putin

    He also spoke favourably of PM Modi's tough posturing and stance when it comes to defending the national interests.

    08 December,2023 08:23 AM IST | Moscow | ANI
    Sharad Pawar: A veteran statesman

    Sharad Pawar: A veteran statesman

    Sharad Pawar's political career has been marked by resilience, leadership, and a deep commitment to public service

    06 December,2023 08:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Commemorating LGBTQIA community's contribution to fight HIV/AIDS

    Commemorating LGBTQIA community's contribution to fight HIV/AIDS

    World AIDS Day is on December 1. Let's reflect on the progress made in fighting HIV/AIDS, remember those lost to AIDS, and support those living with the disease.

    01 December,2023 10:48 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Tulsi Vivah 2023: The marriage is reverred element of Dev Diwali celebrations

    Tulsi Vivah 2023 will be observed on November 24, Friday. The vivah is part of Dev Diwali, which literally translates to Festival of the Gods. It is pertinent to understand what is Dev Diwali before knowing why Tulsi Vivah is part of the festivities of Dev Diwali. 

    24 November,2023 11:31 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Let’s treat the city’s beautifiers with some respect

    Let’s treat the city’s beautifiers with some respect

    The installation is an addition to the street art scene in Mumbai and one more initiative to beautify the city

    08 December,2023 04:42 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    07 December,2023 07:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Michael Jeh
    06 December,2023 04:48 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank Shekhar
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