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Maharashtra: Bike-borne attacker opens fire in Navi Mumbai, one injured

The incident occurred around 11:50 pm in the Chhatrapati Shivaji Rahivasi Chawl area in Airoli, under the jurisdiction of Rabale police station, an official said

07 April,2026 01:53 PM IST | Abhitash Singh
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Air India fares set to rise from April 8 as fuel surcharge hiked amid Iran war

For domestic travel, the airline has shifted from a flat fuel surcharge to a distance-based grid system, aligning with the government’s decision to cap Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) price hikes at 25 per cent

07 April,2026 01:43 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Wall Street gains on ceasefire hopes despite uptick in crude oil prices

Wall Street indices ended higher as optimism over a potential US-Iran ceasefire lifted sentiment, despite rising oil prices. Investors remained cautious amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and uncertainty around negotiations

07 April,2026 12:52 PM IST | AFP
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NASA regains communications with astronauts after expected blackout

NASA re-established contact with Artemis program astronauts after a planned 40-minute communication blackout as their spacecraft passed behind the Moon during its lunar journey

07 April,2026 12:48 PM IST | AFP
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Trump praises US military after rescue of downed F-15 crew from Iran

Trump said during the conference that the second rescue mission in Iran involved 155 US aircraft

07 April,2026 12:30 PM IST | ANI
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Light rain lashes Delhi, IMD forecasts thunderstorms, gusty winds throughout day

These conditions are likely to persist through the forenoon, afternoon, evening and night, indicating an extended spell of unstable weather across the city

07 April,2026 12:20 PM IST | ANI
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ECI bans all campaigning, opinion polls, and voter outreach during 48-hour silen

As per Section 126 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, all forms of election campaigning will be strictly prohibited during this period. This includes public meetings, processions, rallies, and any campaign-related activities

07 April,2026 12:10 PM IST | ANI
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GCCs drive India’s office market to record first-quarter leasing

India’s office market began 2026 with record-breaking leasing, with Global Capability Centres (GCCs) driving 9.1 million sq ft in Q1. Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Delhi-NCR emerged as key hubs, while premium, green-certified spaces were in high demand

07 April,2026 12:09 PM IST
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Bangladesh conducts emergency measles vaccinations as outbreak kills more than 1

The government, in partnership with the World Health Organisation, the UN children's agency and the Gavi vaccine alliance, began working to vaccinate children aged 6 months to 5 years old in 18 high-risk districts on Sunday and will expand nationwide in phases from next month, a joint statement said

07 April,2026 12:06 PM IST | AP
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Artemis II: Lunar crater named after Artemis commander's deceased wife

Astronauts aboard NASA’s Artemis mission proposed naming a lunar crater after mission commander Reid Wiseman’s late wife, Carroll, in a touching tribute during their historic journey. The crew also named another crater “Integrity,” reflecting their spacecraft’s spirit

07 April,2026 11:34 AM IST | AFP
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Nigerian military rescues 31 worshippers kidnapped during Easter church masses

The kidnapping at a village located around 100 kilometres (62 miles) north of the capital, Abuja, occurred despite the police chief ordering a "massive security deployment" including at places of worship during the Easter festival

07 April,2026 10:42 AM IST | Agencies
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Artemis II crew begins journey back to Earth after lunar flyby

The Artemis II astronauts are now on their return journey to Earth after completing a key phase of their mission. Communication with mission control was successfully restored following a planned 40-minute blackout as the spacecraft passed behind the Moon.

07 April,2026 10:36 AM IST | Agencies
Sathankulam custodial killing: All nine Policemen given death sentence

Sathankulam custodial killing: All nine Policemen given death sentence

A court has sentenced nine policemen to death in the Sathankulam custodial killing case involving the deaths of P Jeyraj and his son Benniks in 2020. The verdict follows a CBI investigation and a prolonged trial that examined over 100 witnesses

07 April,2026 10:05 AM IST | Madurai | PTI
BJP at forefront of serving society, guided by 'India First' principle: PM Modi

BJP at forefront of serving society, guided by 'India First' principle: PM Modi

The BJP was established in 1980 after a split from the Janata Party, rooted in its predecessor, the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, founded in 1951 by Shyama Prasad Mukherjee. It has since grown into one of India’s major national parties with a focus on cultural nationalism and development

07 April,2026 09:59 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
SC clears path for Adani’s JAL bid, asks NCLAT for speedy verdict

SC clears path for Adani’s JAL bid, asks NCLAT for speedy verdict

The Supreme Court declined to stay Adani Group’s Rs 14,535-crore bid to acquire Jaiprakash Associates Limited but barred major decisions without NCLAT approval. It directed the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal to hear the case expeditiously amid objections from Vedanta Ltd

07 April,2026 09:54 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
PM Modi highlights UCC, ‘One Nation, One Election’ as key priorities for BJP

PM Modi highlights UCC, ‘One Nation, One Election’ as key priorities for BJP

PM Modi, during the BJP’s Foundation Day event, emphasised that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and the ‘One Nation, One Election’ system remain important unfinished goals for the party. He stated that discussions are ongoing and moving in a positive direction

07 April,2026 09:50 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
CBI, ED probe Rs 73,000 crore alleged bank fraud linked to Anil Ambani Group

CBI, ED probe Rs 73,000 crore alleged bank fraud linked to Anil Ambani Group

CBI is investigating alleged bank loan frauds worth over Rs 73,000 crore involving the Anil Ambani Group, while ED has flagged possible irregularities in insolvency proceedings. The Supreme Court has directed a time-bound, transparent probe and sought full cooperation from all agencies

07 April,2026 09:47 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
‘Cloudburst-like’ rain paralyses Pune, exposes infrastructure gaps

‘Cloudburst-like’ rain paralyses Pune, exposes infrastructure gaps

A sudden “cloudburst-like” downpour battered Pune, causing severe waterlogging, damage, and one death. Authorities have announced drainage upgrades and relief measures to tackle future extreme rainfall

07 April,2026 09:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Archana Dahiwal
Baramati bypoll exposes cracks in MVA, allies spar over candidate selection

Baramati bypoll exposes cracks in MVA, allies spar over candidate selection

The Baramati bypoll has triggered fresh cracks within the Maha Vikas Aghadi, with alliance partners divided over candidate selection. The contest, featuring Sunetra Pawar and a Congress nominee, is emerging as a test of opposition unity

07 April,2026 09:15 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
India signals ‘forward-looking’ approach to rebuild ties with Bangladesh

India signals ‘forward-looking’ approach to rebuild ties with Bangladesh

The meeting came as India and Bangladesh are making efforts to rebuild bilateral ties after Rahman became prime minister following his Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s victory in the February parliamentary polls

07 April,2026 08:59 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Arvind Kejriwal seeks judge’s recusal in excise policy case

Arvind Kejriwal seeks judge’s recusal in excise policy case

Justice Sharma took Kejriwal’s application on record and listed it for hearing on April 13

07 April,2026 08:56 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Iran’s South Pars gas reservoir under fire, Israel strikes amid ceasefire talks

    Iran’s South Pars gas reservoir under fire, Israel strikes amid ceasefire talks

    Israel struck Iran’s South Pars petrochemical complex in Assaluyeh, part of the world’s largest natural gas field shared with Qatar. Explosions were reported, and power supply to several petrochemical units was disrupted after infrastructure linked to the facility was targeted. South Pars is a critical component of Iran’s energy production and a major source of revenue. The strike comes amid rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and a proposed ceasefire framework between the United States and Iran.

    06 April,2026 09:15 PM IST
    Artemis crew enters Moon’s pull, nears record-breaking distance from Earth

    Artemis crew enters Moon’s pull, nears record-breaking distance from Earth

    Astronauts aboard NASA’s Artemis mission have entered the final phase before a lunar slingshot, with the Orion capsule now under stronger pull from the Moon than Earth. The manoeuvre will send the crew farther into space than any humans before

    07 April,2026 10:30 AM IST | Houston | mid-day online correspondent

    Trump praises Artemis astronauts: 'You've made history'

    US President Donald Trump spoke to the Artemis astronauts during their historic lunar mission, praising their courage and calling them modern-day pioneers. The crew, including a Canadian astronaut, shared insights from their journey as Trump reaffirmed America’s leadership in space exploration

    07 April,2026 09:36 AM IST | Houston | AFP

    Missing trekker GS Sharanya found safe in Kodagu forest after five days

    Recounting her isolation, Sharanya spoke less of hardship and more of the strange, almost surreal companionship the forest offered her

    07 April,2026 08:51 AM IST | Kozhikode | 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
    There must be zero tolerance for violations in sport

    There must be zero tolerance for violations in sport

    The Athletics Integrity Unit is an independent anti-doping watchdog established by the World Athletics

    06 April,2026 09:05 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
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