Fadnavis said, “This is the auspicious dawn of the Hindu New Year. The entire atmosphere is immersed in saffron, and the surroundings echo with chants of ‘Jai Shri Ram'”
19 March,2026 11:52 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentPrime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to citizens across India on Ugadi, Chaitra Navratri, and Gudi Padwa, emphasizing the spiritual, cultural, and historical significance of the festivals
19 March,2026 11:30 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentA recent US congressional hearing on Special Operations Forces highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence, cyber operations, and autonomous systems in shaping future warfare
19 March,2026 10:39 AM IST | IANSIran’s IRGC has claimed responsibility for retaliatory strikes on US-linked oil facilities and Israeli military targets, following previous US-Israel strikes and the killing of Iranian officials
19 March,2026 10:25 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe revised rate applies specifically to eligible non-commercial vehicles equipped with a valid FASTag
19 March,2026 09:36 AM IST | ANITrump stated that NATO allies had endorsed US strikes targeting Iran's nuclear capabilities but stopped short of active involvement
19 March,2026 09:19 AM IST | ANIMeanwhile, Iraqi resistance groups have conducted daily attacks, primarily targeting American military installations in Iraq and other Arab nations, as per Press TV
19 March,2026 09:12 AM IST | ANIAccording to Al Jazeera, Saud reiterated his earlier point that his country reserves the right to respond to Iranian attacks.
19 March,2026 09:04 AM IST | ANIAdani Ports, which operates Mundra Port, said in a statement that the crude oil carried by Jag Laadki was sourced from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and loaded at Fujairah Port there.
19 March,2026 09:00 AM IST | AgenciesSpeaking at an international workshop on 6G standardisation, the minister noted that the world is at the threshold of a new technological epoch.
19 March,2026 08:57 AM IST | AgenciesAt present, 20 per cent of the seats can be booked free of charge while the rest is paid, according to an airline official
19 March,2026 08:52 AM IST | AgenciesDeo said that the said solar panels have been installed on the houses of beneficiaries under Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
19 March,2026 08:32 AM IST | AgenciesHe walks in like a ‘tapori’ and heckles those giving interviews. Rahul Gandhi himself is a shame.”
19 March,2026 08:16 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe FDI has supported major projects across the sector, with 100 per cent equity allowed under the automatic route for areas such as suburban corridor construction and operations through public-private partnerships (PPP), high-speed trains, dedicated freight corridors
18 March,2026 10:51 PM IST | MumbaiA 16-year-old boy has been detained in Beed for allegedly luring and assaulting a six-year-old girl. Police have registered a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and initiated further investigation
18 March,2026 10:12 PM IST | Beed | mid-day online correspondentIndian Railways has introduced the RailOne mobile app, allowing passengers to book both reserved and unreserved tickets easily, enhancing digital convenience and reducing dependence on counters
18 March,2026 10:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPM Modi condemned attacks on Kuwait’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and thanked Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah and the Kuwaiti government for their continued support in ensuring the safety and well-being of the Indian community
18 March,2026 09:56 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | mid-day online correspondentIn a written reply in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted that as on March 12, 2026, the Indian Railways is operating 162 Vande Bharat Chair Car services on its network. Only two Vande Bharat Sleeper services are currently running
18 March,2026 09:47 PM IST | MumbaiDelhi Police busted multiple illegal LPG storage and refilling units across the city, seizing 269 cylinders and arresting six persons amid an ongoing LPG crisis
18 March,2026 09:16 PM IST | Delhi | mid-day online correspondentSujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry, said the increase in domestic LPG production is part of efforts to ensure uninterrupted supply
18 March,2026 06:51 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentIndian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation has launched the “Astonishing Australia” tour package, offering a 10-night, 11-day itinerary covering top destinations like Melbourne, Cairns, Gold Coast, and Sydney with all-inclusive services
18 March,2026 06:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Amid the Iran war and the controversial resignation of US Counter-terrorism chief Joe Kent, top US intelligence officials testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee, warning of rapidly growing global threats to American national security. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard revealed that countries including Russia, China, North Korea, Iran and Pakistan are advancing missile systems capable of striking the United States. The report highlighted a dramatic surge in missile threats, with projections increasing from 3000 in 2025 to 16000 by 2035, raising serious concerns about homeland defense. The hearing also pointed to deepening alliances between North Korea, Russia and China, as well as ongoing threats from terrorist groups like ISIS and Al Qaeda
Colombia said Tuesday it is seeking an exemption from US sanctions to invest in Venezuelan electricity projects and natural gas ventures that could include the reopening of a gas pipeline between the neighbouring South American countries.
19 March,2026 08:26 AM IST | Havana | AgenciesTehran escalates fast, launching wider strikes across Israel and Gulf hours after losing two top security figures, turning a conflict into a regional flashpoint
The Israeli military also announced plans to strike river crossings in southern Lebanon. Lebanon was drawn into the broader Middle East war on March 2, when Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel in retaliation for the killing of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
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Amit Shah made the remarks via video link while inaugurating the Shri Motibhai R Chaudhary Sagar Sainik School and Sagar Organic Plant at Boriyavi village in Mehsana district, Gujarat
13 November,2025 09:36 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondentMove to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road
Janmashtami, which commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, on the occasion, here are some of the best messages and wishes you can share this Janmashtami with your family and friends-
Despite an unclear narrative, Sankalp remains watchable for its strong performances, especially Nana Patekar’s Chanakya-like mentor navigating power, ambition and long-term political strategy
18 March,2026 08:05 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank ShekharADVERTISEMENT
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