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President Murmu to attend events in Nagpur on Friday and Saturday

Murmu will be the chief guest at the platinum jubilee celebrations of the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in the city on December 1, said the District Information Office

30 November,2023 07:58 PM IST | PTI
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Chhagan Bhujbal faces opposition from Maratha community in Nashik

Although Bhujbal met farmers at a few villages in the district, he had to cut short his visit to some other villages due to the stiff opposition by the Maratha community

30 November,2023 07:52 PM IST | ANI
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Exit polls predict edge for Cong in Telangana; advantage BJP in MP, Rajasthan

Pollsters also indicated that in Mizoram, Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) was locked in a close race with the Mizo National Front (MNF) with the Congress and the BJP lagging behind

30 November,2023 07:47 PM IST | PTI
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Leaders should not play Marathas off against OBCs: BJP leader Narayan Rane

Union minister Narayan Rane on Thursday said that political leaders should not pit the Marathas and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) against each other

30 November,2023 07:40 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Exit polls predict clear edge Cong in Chhattisgarh, BJP putting up strong fight

While three polls predicted a clear victory of Congress, others said that the party was in the winning range. The Congress fought the election with Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel at the helm

30 November,2023 07:35 PM IST | ANI
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India walked the talk when it comes to climate action: PM Modi

As he heads to Dubai to attend the World Climate Action Summit, PM Modi said India has walked the talk when it comes to climate action while highlighting the importance India attached to the issue during its G20 presidency

30 November,2023 06:38 PM IST | PTI
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Your prayers reached to God: Uttarakhand CM on tunnel rescue ops in Uttarkashi

Uttarakhand CM Dhami laid the foundation stone of various development schemes in Haldwani and participated in other organized programs

30 November,2023 06:24 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Our country is built on love: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

All the 41 workers were rescued on Tuesday evening after 17 days of a multi-agency operation conducted by central and state governments

30 November,2023 06:09 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Mamata Banerjee writes to PM Modi, seeks intervention for release of NHM funds

The withholding of funds by the Center will deprive the poor of their health benefits, Mamata Banerjee said in her two-page letter to the prime minister

30 November,2023 06:01 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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IMD issues orange alert for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal

Heavy to very heavy rain is likely to occur at isolated places over Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur districts of Tamil Nadu

30 November,2023 04:54 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Rahul promises Rajasthan healthcare scheme across country if voted to power

Rahul Gandhi highlighted the disparity in healthcare access, noting that those with financial means can access quality treatment in big hospitals, while those lacking financial resources face significant challenges when dealing with illnesses like cancer or heart disease

30 November,2023 04:45 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Man who shot dead daughter's father-in-law at wedding function near Noida held

A man who allegedly shot dead his daughter's father-in-law at a wedding function near Noida in Uttar Pradesh was arrested on Thursday

30 November,2023 04:44 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Four biggest 'castes' for me are poor, youth, women, farmers: PM Modi

Four biggest 'castes' for me are poor, youth, women, farmers: PM Modi

In his address to beneficiaries of different schemes as part of the government's Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra for saturation coverage of welfare schemes, he said four biggest "castes" for him are the poor, youth, women, farmers, and their rise will make India developed

30 November,2023 04:27 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
AAP will launch 'Main Bhi Kejriwal' signature campaign from Dec 1: Gopal Rai

AAP will launch 'Main Bhi Kejriwal' signature campaign from Dec 1: Gopal Rai

Gopal Rai also attacked the Central government saying that fake corruption cases are being registered against AAP leaders

30 November,2023 03:39 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
BJP protests at Delhi Jal Board office, alleges 'tender' scam

BJP protests at Delhi Jal Board office, alleges 'tender' scam

BJP leaders and workers on Thursday staged a protest outside the Delhi Jal Board office

30 November,2023 02:38 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Maharashtra: Two persons held with tiger skin in Gadchiroli

Maharashtra: Two persons held with tiger skin in Gadchiroli

Two persons were held after tiger skin was seized from them in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district, forest officials said

30 November,2023 01:54 PM IST | Gadchiroli | mid-day online correspondent
Elgar Parishad case: NIA opposes activist Shoma Kanti Sen's medical bail plea

Elgar Parishad case: NIA opposes activist Shoma Kanti Sen's medical bail plea

The NIA Thursday strongly opposed Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case accused Shoma Kanti Sen's plea seeking interim bail

30 November,2023 01:40 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Telangana election 2023: Over 20 per cent voters turnout so far

Telangana election 2023: Over 20 per cent voters turnout so far

In the ongoing Telangana election 2023, a voter turnout of 20.64 per cent was recorded till 11 am, according to the Election Commission of India

30 November,2023 12:17 PM IST | Telangana | mid-day online correspondent
NIT Srinagar protest: Classwork suspended at two colleges in Kashmir

NIT Srinagar protest: Classwork suspended at two colleges in Kashmir

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have suspended the academic activities in two colleges, including the National Institute of Technology (NIT), in the capital city Srinagar on Thursday as a precautionary measure

30 November,2023 12:04 PM IST | Srinagar | mid-day online correspondent
Heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu: Chennai, neighbouring districts grapple with jams

Heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu: Chennai, neighbouring districts grapple with jams

Visuals showed long trails of vehicles in the Sholinganallur area, with people taking over an hour to cover some distance.

30 November,2023 07:40 AM IST | Chennai | ANI
Andhra Pradesh: 200 kg Cannabis seized from house in Visakhapatnam

Andhra Pradesh: 200 kg Cannabis seized from house in Visakhapatnam

According to officials, based on a tip-off, police personnel at Two Town Police Station raided a house at Kobbaritota and seized the contraband

30 November,2023 07:30 AM IST | Andhra Pradesh | ANI
Namo Drone Didi: PM Modi launches new scheme empowering women

    Namo Drone Didi: PM Modi launches new scheme empowering women

    In a bid to empower women, PM Narendra Modi has launched the ‘Namo Drone Didi’ scheme. Under this scheme, 15,000 self-help groups will be given drones during the period 2024-25 to 2025-2026 for providing rental services to farmers for agriculture purpose, and the women will be given drone pilot training. Women will be trained as drone pilots so that they can be financially empowered and receive people's respect. PM Modi said he wanted these women trained in operating drones to receive 'naman' (respect) in their villages and that some people have suggested the name of 'Namo Drone Didi' for the initiative.

    30 November,2023 05:45 PM IST
    Three killed, six injured in shooting attack in Jerusalem

    Three killed, six injured in shooting attack in Jerusalem

    The death toll from the Jerusalem shooting attack has risen to three, police said, according to Al Jazeera. 16 people were injured and three of them were in serious condition

    30 November,2023 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Senator: White House not seeking conditions on military aid to Israel

    Sullivan was on Capitol Hill to discuss questions from Senate Democrats about how the administration would ensure that any US weapons provided to Israel are used in accord with US law

    30 November,2023 07:41 AM IST | Washington | AP

    Ailing Pope says he’s better but has aides read speeches

    Francis did however, voice his contentment over the Israel-Hamas truce

    30 November,2023 05:58 AM IST | Vatican City | Agencies
    Tulsi Vivah 2023: The marriage is reverred element of Dev Diwali celebrations

    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

    Tulsi Vivah 2023: All you need to know about the festival

    Tulsi Vivah 2023: Tulsi Vivah, a sacred Hindu festival, marking the ceremonial marriage of the Tulsi plant (holy basil) to Lord Vishnu

    21 November,2023 07:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Panic is not the button to press in a crisis situation

    Panic is not the button to press in a crisis situation

    The crush became unbearable and some young people fell down, with several trampling on them

    29 November,2023 04:44 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    27 November,2023 12:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Ajaz Ashraf
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