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If the false is turned into to truth, it will backfire: Uddhav Thackeray

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday cautioned the BJP that if it wants to break false news things as facts, then it will backfire, as the ruling party members accused his son Aaditya over Disha Salian's death

20 March,2025 10:29 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Disgruntled bus driver started fire that claimed lives of 4 employees: Pune cops

The incident took place in Hinjawadi area near Pune city on Wednesday morning as the bus, owned by Vyoma Graphics and carrying 14 of its employees to the workplace, caught fire

20 March,2025 09:40 PM IST | PTI
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Buldhana hair loss incident not linked to PDS wheat consumption: Minister

The cases of sudden hair loss reported in Buldhana district in Maharashtra in December and January are not linked to consumption of wheat supplied from ration stores nor does it appear to have been caused by water contamination, state minister Meghna Bordikar said on Thursday

20 March,2025 09:07 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Nagpur violence: Local leader Fahim Khan among six booked for sedition

These six persons are among 50 accused against whom the cyber department has registered four First Information Reports (FIRs) in connection with the Nagpur violence on Monday

20 March,2025 06:40 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Three days after violence, curfew lifted, relaxed in parts of Nagpur

Violent mobs went on a rampage in central Nagpur areas on Monday night amid rumours that a 'chadar' with holy inscriptions was burnt during protests led by VHP and Bajrang Dal for the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb located in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district

20 March,2025 05:48 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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CR to run 332 summer vacation special train services, check details

The Central Railway said that considering the onset of the summer vacations and the increasing number of passengers, Central Railway has decided to run 332 summer special trains

20 March,2025 04:14 PM IST | Rajendra B. Aklekar
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Nagpur violence: India is known for unity in diversity, says Mamata Banerjee

Rumours about a 'chadar' with Quranic inscriptions being burnt during protests led by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal seeking the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb led to a savagery in Nagpur on Monday that cause injuries to several police officials

20 March,2025 04:12 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Brown sugar valued at Rs 72 lakh seized in Bhubaneswar during raids

The sleuths have also arrested five persons and apprehended one juvenile on the charges of involvement in the drugs peddling

20 March,2025 01:05 PM IST | IANS
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Goa CM Pramod Sawant completes six years in office, thanks people for support

"As we move forward, I pledge to serve with dedication, sincerity, and a vision for a Viksit Goa," Sawant in his X post added

20 March,2025 01:03 PM IST | ANI
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Donald Trump to order a plan to shut down the US Education Department

Trump has derided the Department of Education as wasteful and polluted by liberal ideology. However, finalizing its dismantling is likely impossible without an act of Congress, which created the department in 1979

20 March,2025 01:02 PM IST | AP | PTI
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FBI agent who has criticized the bureau arrested on charges of sharing confident

He was arrested Monday at a departure gate at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York as he was waiting to board an international flight, court records said

20 March,2025 01:00 PM IST | AP | PTI
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American believed to be last person to see missing US student left the Dominican

Police said she disappeared at a beach by her hotel before dawn on March 6. Konanki was born in India and later became a U.S. permanent resident

20 March,2025 01:00 PM IST | AP | PTI
Bill Gates, Indian ministers discuss AI, health, agriculture

Bill Gates, Indian ministers discuss AI, health, agriculture

The Microsoft co-founder said India’s leadership in AI will drive innovation worldwide

20 March,2025 07:56 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Farmers, Centre hold fresh talks

Farmers, Centre hold fresh talks

The talks were held to discuss the various demands raised by the farmers, including a legal guarantee for minimum support price (MSP) for crops, among others

20 March,2025 07:56 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Delhi: Elderly couple found murdered in Kohat Enclave, domestic help arrested

Delhi: Elderly couple found murdered in Kohat Enclave, domestic help arrested

According to local police, the couple was allegedly strangled to death, and their bodies were discovered on Tuesday. Following an investigation, Delhi Police arrested the prime suspect, while efforts are underway to trace his accomplice

20 March,2025 02:59 AM IST | Delhi | ANI
Nagpur violence: Cops identify individuals behind provocative social media posts

Nagpur violence: Cops identify individuals behind provocative social media posts

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, speaking in the Maharashtra Assembly, stated that an investigation is underway into the recent violence in Nagpur

20 March,2025 02:50 AM IST | Nagpur | ANI
Jamia Millia Islamia hikes fees by up to 41 per cent across courses for 2025-26

Jamia Millia Islamia hikes fees by up to 41 per cent across courses for 2025-26

The Department of Persian has seen a 41.41 per cent increase, with fees rising from Rs 6,700 to Rs 9,475 per year. The Department of Arabic follows closely, with a 37.15 per cent hike, pushing annual fees from Rs 7,200 to Rs 9,875

20 March,2025 01:39 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Delhi: Rs 800 crore allocated for regularisation of 12,000 contractual employees

Delhi: Rs 800 crore allocated for regularisation of 12,000 contractual employees

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi's (MCD) special meeting, held on Wednesday to finalise the budget for 2024-25 and the next financial year, began in chaos as AAP and BJP councillors stood on tables and chairs, shouting slogans against each other

20 March,2025 01:24 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Amit Shah hails cabinet decision on JNPT Port, Assam fertilizer project

Amit Shah hails cabinet decision on JNPT Port, Assam fertilizer project

Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said the Union Cabinet's decision to construct a six-lane greenfield national highway connecting JNPA Port with Chowk in Maharashtra will bolster the country's "buzzing" blue economy and spur new growth around Mumbai and Pune

19 March,2025 10:54 PM IST | India | PTI
CM Rekha Gupta, Moscow Minister discuss strengthening Moscow-Delhi ties

CM Rekha Gupta, Moscow Minister discuss strengthening Moscow-Delhi ties

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta met Sergei Cheremin, Minister from the Moscow City Government, to discuss strengthening cooperation between Moscow and Delhi

19 March,2025 10:51 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Govt approves Rs 1,500 cr incentive for promotion of small-value UPI payments

Govt approves Rs 1,500 cr incentive for promotion of small-value UPI payments

The government on Wednesday approved a Rs 1,500 crore incentive for the promotion of small-value BHIM-UPI (P2M) transactions up to Rs 2,000, a move aimed at benefiting common people and small merchants

19 March,2025 10:50 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Aurangzeb tomb controversy: Why Maharashtra govt cannot remove Aurangzeb's grave

    Aurangzeb tomb controversy: Why Maharashtra govt cannot remove Aurangzeb's grave

    Recently, Maharashtra has been buzzing with controversy surrounding the tomb of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, located in Khuldabad, in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district. This issue gained momentum after the release of the Bollywood film Chhaava, which depicts the life of Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and his struggle against Aurangzeb in the 17th century. The film has sparked widespread discussions. The Aurangzeb controversy blew up more after Samajwadi Party MP Abu Azmi praised the Mughal emperor. In response, right-wing groups and politicians called for the demolition of Aurangzeb’s tomb. This has led to heated protests across the state, particularly from Hindu nationalist groups such as the Bajrang Dal and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP). Violent incidents were reported, including unrest in Nagpur, following rumors of a desecration of a holy book. Protests took place in several districts including Pune, Kolhapur, Nashik, Malegaon, Nagpur, and Ahilyanagar. In Kolhapur, the VHP even destroyed a mock tomb, while in Pune, the Bajrang Dal organized a demonstration, chanting slogans like “Jai Shri Ram” and using hammers to express their anger. Amid growing calls for the destruction of Aurangzeb’s tomb, many have questioned whether the Maharashtra government can take action. Can the tomb be demolished? Well, the answer is clear: The Maharashtra government cannot demolish Aurangzeb's tomb. The tomb is a protected monument, listed under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) as a "Monument of National Importance."

    20 March,2025 05:56 PM IST
    Tahawwur Rana seeks US Supreme Court’s intervention to halt extradition to India

    Tahawwur Rana seeks US Supreme Court’s intervention to halt extradition to India

    26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana has filed a fresh request with US Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to stop his extradition to India, citing health risks and fears of torture

    20 March,2025 10:09 AM IST | Washington

    Splashdown, butch and sun!

    NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams return to Earth after nine months stuck in space

    20 March,2025 07:55 AM IST | Cape Canaveral | Agencies

    Trump, Putin agree that Russia-Ukraine conflict must end, says White House

    White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that the US President also spoke with his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, to address Kyiv's concerns and requests

    20 March,2025 02:38 AM IST | Washington DC | ANI
    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
    Intact roads must be well-lit, free of encroachments

    Intact roads must be well-lit, free of encroachments

    People have to climb mini hills or sink their feet into this soil to continue walking and reach their destination

    19 March,2025 07:49 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    17 March,2025 08:34 AM IST | Mumbai | Ajaz Ashraf
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