His entry into the Upper House comes after the death of former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and his father, Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, headed to Baramati earlier this year
09 April,2026 08:58 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Calcutta High Court has granted the CBI fresh permission to question convict Sanjay Roy in the RG Kar rape and murder case, directing the inclusion of DNA and audio evidence. The court also criticised the West Bengal government and scheduled the next hearing for May 12
09 April,2026 08:09 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentCambodia has honoured Magawa, a mine-detecting rat, with a statue in Siem Reap for his life-saving work. He cleared vast areas of land and detected dozens of landmines, helping protect communities in a country still affected by war remnants
09 April,2026 08:05 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIran has warned that any violation of the ongoing ceasefire with the US-Israel coalition will trigger a swift and strong response. According to Iranian state media, the country remains on high alert and ready to act against any aggression
09 April,2026 07:58 PM IST | ANISocial media has a way of making you feel you can be anyone, and do anything… without putting in the work. Are we setting, and following, unrealistic expectations thanks to our curated feeds?
09 April,2026 07:15 PM IST | Aastha Atray BananThe interim stay was issued during a hearing on a petition filed by environmentalist Manish Baviskar, who raised concerns over large-scale cutting of trees, particularly along key roads in the city
09 April,2026 07:10 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAmid the West Asia conflict, an India-flagged LPG tanker, Green Asha, has safely reached JNPA in Navi Mumbai carrying 15,400 tonnes of LPG after crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The arrival comes amid easing Middle East tensions, ensuring steady cooking gas supply and boosting energy security in India
09 April,2026 07:09 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIndia and Sweden held the 8th Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi, co-chaired by Sibi George and Dag Hartelius, agreeing to strengthen cooperation in trade, defence, innovation, sustainability and people-to-people ties
09 April,2026 06:11 PM IST | IANSAccording to an official government statement, the ship docked at JNPA’s liquid berth operated by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) on Thursday. The statement confirmed that the vessel, its cargo and all crew members are safe
09 April,2026 05:44 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIn Rajpura village, Ahmedabad district, nearly 100 people fell ill after consuming sev-khamani at a religious event, officials said. Dr Chintan Desai, district epidemic medical officer, reported that 96 villagers were hospitalised, with 38 still admitted in stable condition
09 April,2026 05:30 PM IST | PTIThe Golden Jubilee celebrations were held shortly before the train’s scheduled departure at 10:30 pm, drawing the presence of railway officials, staff, rail enthusiasts, passenger association members and local residents
09 April,2026 05:01 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe decision comes in the wake of rising crude prices triggered by the West Asia conflict, which has affected global air operations. Earlier, the government had capped the hike in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for domestic carriers at 25 per cent, even as international fuel costs surged sharply
09 April,2026 05:01 PM ISTAccording to the latest five-day district forecast issued by IMD’s Regional Meteorological Centre, dry conditions are expected today across Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg
09 April,2026 04:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAccording to sources, the decision was communicated to the Asia-Pacific group on April 2. No official reason has been cited for the move. PM Narendra Modi had earlier proposed that India host COP33 during his address at the high-level segment of COP28 in Dubai in December 2023
09 April,2026 03:54 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentMaharashtra BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule claimed that the people in Baramati and across Maharashtra favour an uncontested victory for Sunetra Pawar
09 April,2026 03:40 PM IST | Nagpur | mid-day online correspondentAs per official data from the Election Commission of India at 11 am, the Koridang constituency in Nagaland recorded a significant 41.06 per cent voter turnout, the highest among all four seats. Tripura’s Dharmanagar seat was not far behind, posting a solid 33.51 per cent turnout
09 April,2026 03:19 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentDespite rain and overcast skies, voters across Assam turned out in large numbers for the Assembly elections, with strong participation from youth, women, and senior citizens. Minor EVM glitches were quickly resolved as polling continued smoothly
09 April,2026 03:02 PM IST | Guwahati | PTIAddressing a public meeting in Haldia—considered a stronghold of Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari— PM Modi claimed that while the country is progressing, the current state administration is holding Bengal back
09 April,2026 02:40 PM IST | Haldia | mid-day online correspondentOfficials stated that the deceased was found unconscious in his bed on Thursday morning. He was immediately taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead on arrival
09 April,2026 02:26 PM IST | Tezpur | mid-day online correspondentThe Supreme Court of India has begun hearings on the Sabarimala temple entry review with a nine-judge bench led by Surya Kant. The case will revisit crucial constitutional issues, including religious freedom, equality, and judicial oversight of faith-based practices
09 April,2026 02:25 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentMundhe was recently appointed as Secretary, Disaster Management, Rehabilitation, Revenue and Forest Department at Mantralaya, the state secretariat in Mumbai
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Hezbollah has released footage claiming it targeted an Israeli Navy vessel using Noor anti-ship cruise missiles. The video surfaced after the group fired rockets toward northern Israel, citing Israeli violations of the ceasefire. The escalation follows large scale Israeli strikes across Lebanon and growing confusion over whether Lebanon was included in the US Iran ceasefire. The footage has intensified tensions along the Israel Lebanon border as both sides trade warnings.
The Israel Defence Forces killed Ali Yusuf Harshi, Hezbollah’s secretary and Naim Qassem’s nephew, and struck weapons sites in southern Lebanon. LTG Eyal Zamir said Israel will continue targeting Hezbollah, completing its largest coordinated strike in Lebanon during Operation Roaring Lion
09 April,2026 04:39 PM IST | Jerusalem | IANSLara Peters and Mathijs Dordregter chose eco-friendly options in their wedding such as recycled clothing, vegetarian food and public transport, promoting the idea of a “circular” approach to consumption and encouraging others to adopt sustainable practices
While the spacecraft’s voyage back to Earth following a historic trip around the Moon has been smooth, the Orion capsule’s USD 23 million Universal Waste Management System, designed to flush wastewater into space, has developed a stubborn clog
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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-
These were documented and numbered by a team of conservationists led by a heritage expert, our report revealed.
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