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Shinde credits BJP's "double-engine" governance for victory in state elections

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde asserted on Sunday that the effective governance of the Bharatiya Janata Party's double-engine government has played a crucial role in the party's success in the recent elections

03 December,2023 02:39 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Bharatiya Janata Party on way to rule 12 states on its own, Congress down to 3

With the Bharatiya Janata Party heading towards victory in three out of the four states that went to polls recently, the party will now be in power in 12 states on its own, while the Congress, the second largest national party, will come down to three after losing Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh

03 December,2023 02:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Rajasthan election 2023: Counting trends indicate smooth sailing for BJP

The Bharatiya Janata Party appeared set Sunday to wrest Rajasthan from the Congress with counting trends a little after noon showing the party leading on 111 seats, way past the Congress which was ahead in 72 constituencies

03 December,2023 12:57 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Chhattisgarh election 2023: BJP surges ahead of Congress

The Bharatiya Janata Party has surged ahead of Congress in Chhattisgarh, leading in 54 of the 90 assembly seats, as per latest information available with the Election Commission

03 December,2023 12:47 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Telangana election results: Congress surges ahead of ruling BRS

Congress is surging ahead of the ruling BRS in Telangana, leading in 67 seats as counting of votes is underway and the Telagana election results are awaited.

03 December,2023 12:15 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Telangana election results: Congress leading on 46 seats, BRS on 26 and BJP on 4

The Election Commission of India data Sunday showed Congress leading on 46 seats as final Telangana election results are awaited. Counting of votes progressed in Telangana as after Congress’ 46, BRS was leading on 29, the BJP led in 6 seats and the CPI had 1 seat as per Election Commission trends.

03 December,2023 10:40 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

Trump calls Biden the 'destroyer' of democracy despite his own efforts to overtu

But Trump noted he was often attacked for these relationships and tried to defend them. 'It's good to have a good relationship with people who have nuclear weapons,' he said.

03 December,2023 09:37 AM IST | ANI
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"Rahul's yatra had great impact, we will win more than 70 seats": AICC observer

"Congress will win more than 70 seats and exit polls also said the same," he added.

03 December,2023 09:31 AM IST | ANI
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Cyclone alert issued for Andhra Pradesh, adjoining North Tamil Nadu coasts

The release further stated that the cyclonic storm will cross the south Andhra Pradesh coast during the December 5 forenoon with a maximum sustained speed of 80-90 kmph to 100 kmph.

03 December,2023 09:26 AM IST | ANI
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Chhattisgarh: Congress ahead in 45 seats, BJP leading in 32 seats

While no data was forthcoming from the Election Commission, as per data available with a leading TV channel, Congress was ahead in 45 seats and BJP was leading in 32 seats.

03 December,2023 09:23 AM IST | PTI
Opinion

The world at Pat’s feet!

Any cricketer who isn’t inspired by Cummins is in the wrong game. He is also an outstanding fast bowler with a big heart and has the much-admired knack of taking a wicket when it’s really needed

03 December,2023 07:28 AM IST | Ian Chappell
Opinion

Plenitude on my plate, in a city to love

As the spirit of the season takes hold, there is soul-searching and celebration in equal measure. What stays overwhelmingly constant is an attitude of gratitude

03 December,2023 07:18 AM IST | Meher Marfatia
Assembly Election Results 2023: A crucial prelude to the Lok Sabha polls

Assembly Election Results 2023: A crucial prelude to the Lok Sabha polls

These elections hold substantial significance as they serve as a crucial prelude to the impending Lok Sabha polls next year

03 December,2023 07:02 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Kollam kidnappers arrested

Kollam kidnappers arrested

The motive behind the abduction was allegedly the family's pressing financial issues.

03 December,2023 04:51 AM IST | Kollam | Agencies
39 years on, Bhopal gas tragedy still haunts the city

39 years on, Bhopal gas tragedy still haunts the city

Survivors say they lost family, friends, colleagues to damage done by the toxic gas

03 December,2023 04:49 AM IST | Bhopal | Agencies
Assembly election results 2023: BJP, Cong, BRS face off today

Assembly election results 2023: BJP, Cong, BRS face off today

The Congress, which is in power in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, and the BJP, which is ruling Madhya Pradesh, are locked in a fight in these three states and Telangana

03 December,2023 04:44 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Election Results: Exit poll projects political shift as India awaits outcome

Election Results: Exit poll projects political shift as India awaits outcome

With the announcement slated for four states slated for Sunday, December 3, and one for December 4, Monday; India braces for the denouement of a significant electoral chapter which could impact the political trajectory leading up to the upcoming parliamentary polls.

02 December,2023 10:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Election results 2023: Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh all prepared for vote counting

Election results 2023: Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh all prepared for vote counting

All preparations for vote counting in Rajasthan and Chhatisgarh were on Saturday completed ahead of the Assembly Election Results 2023

02 December,2023 10:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra: Rajesh Tope's car attacked in Jalna after cooperative bank election

Maharashtra: Rajesh Tope's car attacked in Jalna after cooperative bank election

The car of former Maharashtra minister Rajesh Tope after the election of president and vice-president of a cooperative bank in Jalna district of Maharashtra, officials said

02 December,2023 09:29 PM IST | Jalna | mid-day online correspondent
Our stand of not going with BJP was always very clear: Sharad Pawar

Our stand of not going with BJP was always very clear: Sharad Pawar

NCP president Sharad Pawar on Saturday said that his party's stand of not joining hands with the BJP was always very clear

02 December,2023 08:39 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra: Court grants bail to Sanjay Raut in Dada Bhuse's defamation case

Maharashtra: Court grants bail to Sanjay Raut in Dada Bhuse's defamation case

A court in Maharashtra's Malegaon granted bail to Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut in a defamation case filed by PWD and Nashik guardian minister Dada Bhuse

02 December,2023 03:23 PM IST | Nashik | PTI
MP Election Results: Shivraj Singh Chauhan’s interview after BJP gets majority

    MP Election Results: Shivraj Singh Chauhan’s interview after BJP gets majority

    Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh and BJP candidate from Budhni, Shivraj Singh Chouhan spoke to ANI after BJP won with a full majority in the MP election results. Chauhan called it as a victory of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and the planning of Home Minister Amit Shah. Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Union Minister and BJP leader Ashwini Vaishnaw were seen exchanging sweets as the party leads in the state. The counting of votes is took place at 52 district headquarters in the state on Sunday. The process began at 8 am with the postal ballot votes.

    03 December,2023 02:34 PM IST
    Healing Wounds with Tiny Human Cell Robots

    Healing Wounds with Tiny Human Cell Robots

    The research raises fascinating possibilities about cellular capabilities

    03 December,2023 05:13 AM IST | Mumbai | Agencies

    France-Philippines in joint defense talks

    Gilberto Teodoro Jr said in a joint press conference with French Minister for the Armed Forces Sebastien Lecornu that they were seeking authorization from their heads of state to begin negotiations.

    03 December,2023 05:07 AM IST | Manila | Agencies

    Singing to your babies might help them learn language faster

    The new study suggests that rhythmic speech helps babies learn language by emphasising the boundaries of individual words and is effective even in the first months of life.

    03 December,2023 05:04 AM IST | London | Agencies
    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

    Tulsi Vivah 2023: Importance of festival & how its celebrated throughout India

    Tulsi Vivah 2023 will be celebrated with great fanfare following the subdued celebrations caused by Covid-19. An important Hindu festival, Tulsi Vivah, commemorates the ritual marriage of Lord Vishnu and the holy plant Tulsi (holy basil).

    23 November,2023 04:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Is green an Islamic colour?

    Is green an Islamic colour?

    The goddess Gauri, for example, mother of Ganesha, is draped in green as she represents the fertile aspect of nature, after the monsoon rains

    03 December,2023 04:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Devdutt Pattanaik
    30 November,2023 04:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Clayton Murzello
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