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Ashok Mittal replaces Raghav Chadha as AAP deputy leader in Rajya Sabha

Additionally, the party has reportedly requested the Secretariat not to allocate speaking time to the outgoing deputy leader, indicating a clear and immediate transition

02 April,2026 02:47 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Artemis II: NASA astronauts carry iPhones into deep space for the first time

The devices will be used in aeroplane mode to capture photos and videos during the 10-day lunar flyby mission. The move aims to modernise documentation and allow astronauts to share unique moments from space, while still ensuring spacecraft safety

02 April,2026 02:35 PM IST | IANS
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Akola ASI arrested for allegedly seeking sexual favours from woman in custody

The incident took place at the Civil Lines police station in Akola, where a woman was lodged after being arrested by cyber police in connection with an alleged fraud case involving Rs 80 lakh

02 April,2026 01:40 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Govt waives customs duty on petrochemicals amid West Asia crisis

In an official statement, the Ministry of Finance said the decision was taken in response to disruptions in global supply chains caused by escalating tensions in West Asia

02 April,2026 01:32 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Rahul flags issues in ex-servicemen health scheme, demands better system

Rahul Gandhi highlighted shortcomings in the ECHS, citing delays, lack of medicines and funding gaps affecting ex-servicemen. The government acknowledged payment delays but said efforts are ongoing to improve services and maintain healthcare support

02 April,2026 01:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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No shortage of fuel or gas in India, says Rajnath Singh amid West Asia tensions

The defence minister further said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was using his diplomatic skills to protect Indian interests in the Gulf region

02 April,2026 01:06 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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PM Modi launches Karmayogi Sadhana Week, stresses ‘Nagrik Devo Bhav’

The week-long initiative under Mission Karmayogi aims to enhance civil servants’ capabilities nationwide, with training programs, workshops, and webinars focused on Technology, Tradition, and Tangible Outcomes, marking five years of the mission and the Foundation Day of the Capacity Building Commission

02 April,2026 12:35 PM IST | ANI
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Jain monk’s Maharani Tararani remark triggers political, public outrage

Acharya Nay Padmasagar’s claim that Maharani Tararani was a Jain queen has stirred controversy as the statement goes against history claiming her as the daughter-in-law of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and one the most important figures in Maratha history

02 April,2026 11:46 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Defence exports have surged record high with 62 per cent: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says, "India's defence exports have touched a new all-time high with a record Rs 38,424 crore in FY 2025-26. It marks a robust 62.66 per cent growth over the previous fiscal"

02 April,2026 11:11 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

US forces will 'finish the job' in Iran, says Trump; claims 'swift, decisive, ov

Donald Trump said US forces are close to achieving core objectives in Iran, including weakening its missile capabilities and preventing nuclear development

02 April,2026 11:01 AM IST | AP
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NASA launches historic crewed Moon mission after 50 years

Astronauts aboard Orion are conducting proximity operations and manual piloting as part of critical mission tests during Artemis II. Astronauts aboard Orion have begun a 10-day mission around the Moon

02 April,2026 10:28 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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"No President should withdraw from NATO without Senate approval": Rubio's past w

A 2023 post by Marco Rubio opposing unilateral US exit from NATO has resurfaced after Donald Trump hinted at reviewing America’s role in the alliance

02 April,2026 09:01 AM IST | ANI
Blast outside BJP office in Chandigarh; probe underway

Blast outside BJP office in Chandigarh; probe underway

An explosion near the Bharatiya Janata Party office in Chandigarh’s Sector 37 caused panic on Wednesday evening. Police said a crude explosive device was used, with multiple agencies launching an investigation

02 April,2026 08:50 AM IST | Chandigarh | ANI
Goa: Luthra brothers get bail in club fire case; to remain in custody

Goa: Luthra brothers get bail in club fire case; to remain in custody

Gioa nightclub fire: Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra secured bail in the Mapusa sessions court for the Goa fire tragedy, but remain jailed over a separate forgery case

02 April,2026 08:22 AM IST | Panaji | Agencies
Lt Gen. Seth takes charge as Army Vice Chief

Lt Gen. Seth takes charge as Army Vice Chief

Dhiraj Seth assumed charge as Vice Chief of the Army Staff, succeeding Pushpendra Singh. The decorated officer reviewed a guard of honour at a ceremony in New Delhi

02 April,2026 08:17 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Telangana cracks down on illegal food units

Telangana cracks down on illegal food units

Authorities launched a major crackdown on food adulteration units, including those producing ginger-garlic paste and bakery items like Osmania biscuits. In March alone, 61 cases were registered, 64 people arrested, and over 14,000 kg of products seized

02 April,2026 08:14 AM IST | Hyderabad | Agencies
Commercial LPG prices hiked by Rs 195.50; domestic cylinder rates unchanged

Commercial LPG prices hiked by Rs 195.50; domestic cylinder rates unchanged

Following the price hike, a 19-kg commercial cylinder in Mumbai now costs Rs 2,031.00, while in Delhi, it is priced at Rs 2,078.50. The last hike of Rs 114.50 was announced on March 1. The price rise is likely to affect hotels, restaurants, and small businesses that depend heavily on commercial gas

01 April,2026 05:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Centre rolls out duty cuts to help SEZ units amid Iran war disruptions

Centre rolls out duty cuts to help SEZ units amid Iran war disruptions

The relief has been implemented through an exemption notification under the Customs Act, 1962 and will remain in effect from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027

01 April,2026 05:06 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Woman detainee reports ASI demanding sexual favors; officer suspended in Akola

Woman detainee reports ASI demanding sexual favors; officer suspended in Akola

The woman had been apprehended in connection with a financial fraud case involving Rs 80 lakh and was being held at the Civil Lines Police Station lockup

01 April,2026 03:28 PM IST | Akola | mid-day online correspondent
Govt says LPG, petrol and diesel prices unchanged despite global surge

Govt says LPG, petrol and diesel prices unchanged despite global surge

The government stated that only commercial LPG cylinder prices have been revised upward, as they are market-linked and deregulated

01 April,2026 03:20 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra: Rape-accused godman Kharat’s son held by SIT, wife still absconding

Maharashtra: Rape-accused godman Kharat’s son held by SIT, wife still absconding

At least 10 FIRs, eight for alleged sexual assault or exploitation and two for cheating, have been registered against Kharat at Sarkarwada police station in Nashik, while the SIT has received more than 100 complaints over the phone against him

01 April,2026 02:58 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondent
Top Hezbollah commander killed by Israel navy in Beirut, IDF confirms

    Top Hezbollah commander killed by Israel navy in Beirut, IDF confirms

    Israel says a targeted navy strike in Beirut killed senior Hezbollah commander Hajj Yusuf Ismail Hashem, who led the group’s Southern Front operations in Lebanon. The IDF said he oversaw rocket fire, drone attacks, and operational planning against Israeli territory. According to Israel, the strike was conducted with intelligence support and targeted a key figure responsible for rebuilding Hezbollah’s military capabilities along the northern front. Hashem reportedly had decades of experience and played a central role in coordinating attacks.

    01 April,2026 09:23 PM IST
    Earthquake in northern Indonesian waters sets off small tsunami

    Earthquake in northern Indonesian waters sets off small tsunami

    Monitoring stations recorded small tsunami waves after a 7.4 magnitude quake hit the Molucca Sea, with shaking felt across nearby regions

    02 April,2026 08:59 AM IST | Jakarta | Agencies

    "Saplings of hope": Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei calls for national dr

    Mojtaba Khamenei urged a nationwide effort to rebuild infrastructure and restore environmental damage following recent conflict, stressing resilience and future development

    02 April,2026 08:53 AM IST | Tehran | ANI

    Netherlands celebrates 25 years since first legal same-sex marriages

    Netherlands marked a milestone anniversary of same-sex marriage legalization, with new weddings held in Amsterdam, where it all began in 2001

    02 April,2026 08:19 AM IST | Amsterdam | Agencies
    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    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 correspondent

    CM opens Pune double-deck flyover

    Move to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road

    20 August,2025 10:17 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal

    Happy Krishna Janmashtami: Messages and Wishes to share with family

    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-

    05 August,2025 11:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Schools must take a leaf out of Matunga’s terrace garden initiative

    Schools must take a leaf out of Matunga’s terrace garden initiative

    More power to the initiative like that of Matunga school’s that empowers students to learn gardening, sustainability and basic business skills proving that urban spaces can nurture both plants and practical life lessons, which shows learning can happen outside the syllabus and classrooms, too

    01 April,2026 08:34 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    29 March,2026 09:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Sunil Gavaskar
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