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GBS outbreak: Two succumb to Guillain Barre Syndrome in Andhra in 10 days

The Andhra Pradesh Health Minister noted that Kamalamma died at Government General Hospital (GGH) in Guntur on Sunday while the 10-year-old boy died in a private medical college in Srikakulam 10 days ago

17 February,2025 01:26 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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AAP questions BJP’s delay in naming Delhi CM, says party has no credible leader

AAP has criticised the BJP for delaying the announcement of Delhi’s Chief Minister and cabinet, alleging that the party lacks a credible leader to govern. Atishi claimed that PM Modi does not trust BJP’s Delhi MLAs and accused the party of having no governance plan.

17 February,2025 01:03 PM IST
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Supreme Court adjourns hearing on Places of Worship Act case until March

The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing on petitions challenging the Places of Worship Act, 1991, citing the need for a three-judge bench. The case will now be listed in March.

17 February,2025 12:52 PM IST
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Karnataka: Family of four found dead at apartment in Mysuru, poisoning suspected

Citing a preliminary investigation, a senior police officer said that Chetan may have fed his family members with poison and killed them before hanging himself

17 February,2025 12:41 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Goa court convicts and sentences local man for Irish tourist’s brutal murder

A Goa court has sentenced Vikat Bhagat to rigorous life imprisonment for the rape and murder of Irish-British national Danielle McLaughlin in 2017. The verdict brings justice to the victim's family after years of legal proceedings

17 February,2025 12:38 PM IST
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BJP to stake claim to form govt in Delhi on Feb 19, CM to take oath on Feb 20

To oversee the arrangements of the event, BJP General Secretaries Vinod Tawde and Tarun Chugh have been appointed as in-charges; this comes amid the BJP postponed its legislature party meeting scheduled for Monday to two days later

17 February,2025 11:37 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Mild earthquake of magnitude 4 jolts Bihar’s Siwan, no damage reported

A magnitude 4 earthquake struck Bihar’s Siwan on Monday morning, causing mild tremors in surrounding districts. No casualties or damage have been reported

17 February,2025 11:13 AM IST
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Maharashtra CM attends 'Namo Wrestling Mahakumbh 2.0' in Jalgaon

Addressing the event, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said wrestling is our traditional game and our wrestlers are doing well at the international level

17 February,2025 10:02 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Mid-Day Top News at this hour: Kalwa’s overcrowded train nightmare 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

17 February,2025 09:49 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Earthquake of 4.0-magntiude hits Delhi, NCR; PM Modi says stay calm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people in the region to stay calm and follow safety precautions while keeping alert for possible aftershocks

17 February,2025 09:08 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Authorities begin on-site probe into fire at hotel construction site in Busan

Officials said the joint probe is expected to focus on figuring out the reason that the six victims on the first floor died, reports Yonhap news agency

17 February,2025 08:31 AM IST | IANS
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Bike taxi driver killed, pillion rider injured in truck collision in south Delhi

Kumar succumbed to his injuries on the spot, while the pillion rider was critically injured and rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment

17 February,2025 08:30 AM IST | PTI
Women, children in 2nd batch of deportees from US 'not restrained during flight'

Women, children in 2nd batch of deportees from US 'not restrained during flight'

The government of India, through diplomatic channels, continues to work on repatriating its nationals who are affected by such deportations

17 February,2025 08:29 AM IST | New Delhi/Amritsar | IANS
‘Hands cuffed, legs chained’: Deportees from US share ordeal

‘Hands cuffed, legs chained’: Deportees from US share ordeal

116 illegal Indian immigrants who were brought back in a US aircraft landed at the Amritsar airport late on Saturday

17 February,2025 08:27 AM IST | Hoshiarpur (Punjab) | Agencies
Site blocked over cartoon criticising PM Modi

Site blocked over cartoon criticising PM Modi

The magazine said in a social media post that there have been numerous reports stating that the Vikatan website has been blocked by the central government

17 February,2025 08:26 AM IST | Chennai | Agencies
Manipur: MLAs express hope for peace in state

Manipur: MLAs express hope for peace in state

In a joint statement, 10 MLAs - seven BJP legislators, two Kuki Peoples’ Alliance MLAs and one independent - stated that they also look forward to measures to end the sufferings of those affected by the ethnic conflict and internally displaced

17 February,2025 08:25 AM IST | Imphal | Agencies
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale opposes Maharashtra’s 'love jihad' law

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale opposes Maharashtra’s 'love jihad' law

"It is wrong to call interfaith unions as love jihad. There should be a provision to prevent conversions. Steps should be taken to prevent disruption of social and religious harmony," the Union Minister for social justice and empowerment told reporters

16 February,2025 09:53 PM IST | Shirdi | PTI
Youth Congress workers demonstrate against unemployment, drug addiction in Pune

Youth Congress workers demonstrate against unemployment, drug addiction in Pune

State Youth Congress leader Uday Bhanu Chib alleged the government was conspiring to push youngsters into addiction while keeping them unemployed

16 February,2025 09:09 PM IST | Pune | PTI
NDA govt has successfully curbed corruption: BJP leader Vinod Tawde in MP

NDA govt has successfully curbed corruption: BJP leader Vinod Tawde in MP

He also stated that the Opposition alleged irregularities in the Rafale fighter jet purchase, but they failed to prove the allegations in the Supreme Court

16 February,2025 08:57 PM IST | Gwalior | mid-day online correspondent
All special trains to Prayagraj will depart from platform number 16: Rlys

All special trains to Prayagraj will depart from platform number 16: Rlys

Earlier in the day, Indian Railways announced an ex-gratia of rupees 10 lakh to the kin of all the 18 victims. An amount of Rs 2.5 lakh to grievously injured passengers and a compensation of rupees 1 lakh for passengers with minor injury were distributed to the 15 injured

16 February,2025 08:40 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Two accused of kidnapping 6-year-old held after brief gunfight in Madhya Pradesh

Two accused of kidnapping 6-year-old held after brief gunfight in Madhya Pradesh

The suspects reportedly told the police that they carried out the abduction with the intention of demanding a ransom of Rs 1 crore from the boy's father, who is a sugar merchant

16 February,2025 08:19 PM IST | Morena | mid-day online correspondent
Mid-Day Special: The Deadly Kalwa Train Nightmare Every Mumbai Commuter Faces!

    Mid-Day Special: The Deadly Kalwa Train Nightmare Every Mumbai Commuter Faces!

    
In this Mid-Day Special, we reveal the shocking truth behind Mumbai's Kalwa train route – a daily struggle for thousands of commuters. Overcrowded, unsafe, and filled with danger, these trains have become a nightmare for those trying to get to work. Despite the countless accidents and fatalities, nothing seems to change. Watch as we uncover the dangerous reality of this vital yet perilous commute.

    17 February,2025 01:19 PM IST
    Ukraine worry about being sidelined as Trump pushes direct talks with Russia

    Ukraine worry about being sidelined as Trump pushes direct talks with Russia

    "Decades of the old relationship between Europe and America are ending," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an address at the Munich Security Conference

    17 February,2025 08:28 AM IST | Washington | AP | PTI

    Jaishankar, Oman foreign minister discuss trade, energy

    Jaishankar is in Oman to attend the 8th Indian Ocean Conference. “Held wide-ranging discussions on our cooperation in trade, investment and energy security,” Jaishankar said

    17 February,2025 08:26 AM IST | Muscat | Agencies

    Sri Lanka marks golden jubilee of elephant orphanage

    Located 90 km from Colombo in Rambukkana, the orphanage was inaugurated in 1975. “This was started with five baby elephants

    17 February,2025 08:23 AM IST | Colombo | Agencies
    Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know

    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

    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
    Well done, Baby Bombay!

    Well done, Baby Bombay!

    Two mothers explain how it’s never too early to kindle a sensitised love for Bombay history in even the very youngest

    16 February,2025 07:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Meher Marfatia
    16 February,2025 07:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Shweta Shiware
    16 February,2025 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha
    16 February,2025 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Sunil Gavaskar
    16 February,2025 07:34 AM IST | Mumbai | Paromita Vohra
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