Defence Minister Rajnath Singh took to X (formerly Twitter) to congratulate the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Indian Navy, and the industry partners involved in the development and trials of the ERASR system
08 July,2025 10:44 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentWhite House deputy press secretary Anna Kelly had said the decision was part of the administration's broader defence strategy. Some US officials suggested the pause was also influenced by the Pentagon's increased focus on China and preparation for potential conflict in the Pacific--an effort led by the Pentagon's policy chief, Elbridge Colby
08 July,2025 06:45 PM IST | ANIThe 29-year-old suspect – identified as Vikas alias Raja – was also wanted in connection with several other criminal cases, the police said. Acting on a tip-off, a police team investigating the industrialist’s murder reached Damaria Ghat at 2.25 am in search of Vikas, alias Raja, said an officer
08 July,2025 05:47 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPune police are installing AI cameras, emergency call boxes, and PA systems at 22 secluded spots, including hills, to boost safety. A pilot project is already active at Bopdev Ghat, a known 'black spot' where a woman was reportedly raped; a command centre will monitor live feeds and make remote announcements to deter suspicious activity
08 July,2025 05:46 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe US President further stated that Iran wants to meet and work "something out" between the two nations to cease any future military actions
08 July,2025 04:48 PM IST | ANIEarlier on June 18, Trump had reiterated his claim of brokering peace between India and Pakistan during Operation Sindoor and said he stopped "the war between the two nuclear nations"
08 July,2025 04:41 PM IST | ANIThe Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill (MSPS Bill) is a proposed bill in Maharashtra aimed at addressing Urban Naxalism. The Bill gives the state government the power to declare organisations unlawful
08 July,2025 02:52 PM IST | ANIAccording to Delhi Police The manager, Anil, was on his way home after his shift when his car was intercepted by some individuals, One of the men was wearing a police uniform, while the other was in plain clothes, They claimed to be ED officials and alleged that the showroom was involved in hawala transaction
08 July,2025 02:32 PM IST | ANIThe report, based on the initial findings of the probe into the Air India crash that claimed over 260 lives, includes key technical assessments and data recovered from the aircraft's black boxes. According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the Crash Protection Module (CPM) from the forward black box was successfully retrieved
08 July,2025 01:57 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentSchools, colleges, and private offices are expected to remain open on July 9. However, normal operations may face disruptions in some regions due to commuting issues. Public buses, taxis, and app-based cab services could be affected as trade unions and allied groups have planned protest marches and road demonstrations in several cities
08 July,2025 01:11 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe anniversary will be marked with a ceremony at the 7/7 memorial in Hyde Park and a service of commemoration at St Paul’s Cathedral
08 July,2025 01:01 PM IST | AgenciesRescuers maneuvering through challenging terrain filled with snakes continued their search for the missing, including 10 girls and a counselor from Camp Mystic, an all-girls summer camp that sustained massive damage
08 July,2025 12:58 PM IST | AgenciesA widespread power outage has affected more than 52,000 electricity users of the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) across the Ganeshkhind and Pune rural divisions after a critical fault occurred in an underground cable on Sunday afternoon
08 July,2025 12:49 PM IST | Pune | Archana DahiwalSeveral pleas, including by leaders like RJD MP Manoj Jha and TMC MP Mahua Moitra, have been filed in the top court challenging the Election Commission’s order directing for special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar
08 July,2025 12:21 PM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesChina’s position on Tibet-related affairs is consistent, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told a media briefing here. The 14th Dalai Lama is a political exile, who for a long, has been engaged in separatist activities and attempted to separate Xizang from China under the cover of religion, Mao alleged. China refers to Tibet as Xizang
08 July,2025 11:59 AM IST | Beijing | AgenciesIn the country’s first digital census, enumerators will collect the data of citizens using mobile applications on their smartphones, they said. It will also be the first time in the country that citizens will get a chance to self-enumerate through a dedicated web portal which will be available for both the phases of Census
08 July,2025 11:56 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesModi’s comments on critical minerals came amid concerns over China’s restrictions on the export of the vital resources as well as its non-transparent policy approach in the sector
08 July,2025 11:35 AM IST | Rio de Janeiro | AgenciesHe said this while addressing the 96th Annual General Meeting of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Society at the NASC Complex in the national capital
08 July,2025 09:47 AM IST | New Delhi | ANIA grand flag-hoisting ceremony will be held at Ayodhya's Ram temple in November, with PM Modi likely attending as chief guest. The flag will be hoisted atop the 161-ft spire amid Vedic chants and rituals. Thousands of saints, dignitaries, and devotees are expected. The temple trust is finalising the date.
07 July,2025 10:22 PM IST | Ayodhya | mid-day online correspondentIRCTC West Zone has launched over 20 weekly rail tour packages from Mumbai to destinations like Vaishnodevi, Tirupati, Shimla, and Dwarka. Packages include confirmed train tickets, hotel stays, meals, AC transfers, and insurance. Prices start at Rs 8,599 per person. Bookings can be made online or at the IRCTC Mumbai office up to 5 days in advance.
07 July,2025 09:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn April, Karad, currently in jail under judicial custody, filed an application in the court set up under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), seeking discharge in the case, claiming there was no primary evidence against him
07 July,2025 08:46 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Central Texas is facing one of the deadliest natural disasters in its history. Catastrophic flash floods have killed over 80 people, including 28 children, and left dozens missing — many of them from Camp Mystic, an all-girls summer camp in Kerr County. The Guadalupe River corridor has turned into a deadly zone as bodies are recovered across multiple counties. President Donald Trump has declared a major disaster and will visit the state, but tough questions are being asked about weather service understaffing and delayed warnings.
Gyanendra Shah, who makes very few public appearances, allowed his supporters inside his house for three hours. Supporters lined up with flower garlands, bouquets, cards, gifts and various food items which are traditionally offered during special occasions in Nepalese culture
08 July,2025 12:54 PM IST | Kathmandu | AgenciesIndonesia’s Geology Agency recorded an avalanche of searing gas clouds mixed with rocks and lava traveling up to 5 km down the volcano’s slopes during the eruption
The three people who died were adults, and two of the wounded were juveniles, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel told reporters. The shooting happened shortly before 1 am along a residential street in Grays Ferry, he said
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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 correspondentIn 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
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
While a recently issued ad states that citizenship documents need not be submitted to be considered eligible to vote, the spectre of mass disenfranchisement in the poll-bound state is yet to be exorcised
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