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Kharge condemns Bengaluru stampede, urges stronger safety protocols

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in a stampede near Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru victory event. Following the incident, he immediately called for strict adherence to security measures and protocols to prevent such tragedies in the future

05 June,2025 10:58 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Jharkhand Hemant Soren-led cabinet takes 12 key decisions aims to boost state'

The Jharkhand government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Hemant Soren, has approved a major restructuring of the Information and Public Relations Department. As part of the revamp, 504 redundant posts will be surrendered, while 36 new ones will be created, resulting in an annual saving of Rs 24 crore

05 June,2025 10:56 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Karnataka government to give Rs 10 lakh for kin of those who died

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah says Karnataka government will also provide free treatment to those injured in the incident; orders magesterial inquiry

05 June,2025 10:47 AM IST | Agencies
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Sikkim landslide: IAF rescues 33, including 2 US nationals from Chaten

Sikkim landslide: A prior operation them had to be called off due to bad weather. In the wake of heavy rain and devastating landslides in North Sikkim, the Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday carried out urgent rescue and relief operations

05 June,2025 10:43 AM IST | Agencies
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India-Australia Pact: Rajnath, Marles discuss defence cooperation

India-Australia Pact: Rajnath Singh thanks Australia for its support to India’s “resolute response against the barbaric act of terror in Pahalgam”

05 June,2025 10:02 AM IST | Agencies
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Bilawal Bhutto urges ISI-RAW collaboration to curb terrorism, backs India-Pak

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has said that cooperation between Pakistan and India’s intelligence agencies could significantly reduce terrorism in South Asia

05 June,2025 09:48 AM IST | Agencies
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Pakistan hit by 26 mild earthquakes in 4 days; tremors linked to Landhi Fault

Chief Meteorologist Ameer Haider stated on Tuesday that the seismic activity is linked to the Landhi Fault Line and is expected to continue until Wednesday. Pakistan hit by 26 mild earthquakes in 4 days; tremors linked to Landhi Fault Line

05 June,2025 09:43 AM IST | Agencies
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UK, Germany lead Ukraine aid talks as US skips key defence meet

Ukraine: Pentagon chief remains absent for first time, as Russia holds its own top security meet with North Korea. Senior officials from almost 50 nations gathered on Wednesday to drum up more weapons and ammunition for Ukraine

05 June,2025 09:31 AM IST | Agencies
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Every detail matters when preparing for the monsoon

Drones and floating cameras are also being used to inspect drains and ensure they are properly cleaned.

05 June,2025 08:53 AM IST | The Editorial
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Cologne evacuates over 20000 residents as WWII bombs found in city centre

Even 80 years after the end of the war, unexploded bombs dropped during wartime air raids are frequently found in Germany. US bombs from World War II that were unearthed earlier this week were found. Even 80 years after the end of the war, unexploded bombs dropped during wartime air raids are frequently found in Germany

05 June,2025 07:56 AM IST | Agencies
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South Korea: Lee Jae-myung takes office as new president

South Korea’s new President Lee Jae-myung vowed on Wednesday to restart dormant talks with North Korea and bolster a trilateral partnership with the US and Japan, as he laid out key policy goals for his single, five-year term.

05 June,2025 07:52 AM IST | Agencies
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Ismail, merchant of domestic swing

Another stalwart from the Mumbai teams of the 1970s bids goodbye. This time, it is a fine fast bowler who toiled for nine seasons in a row for his 198 Ranji Trophy wickets for the city

05 June,2025 07:47 AM IST | Clayton Murzello
PM mourns Bengaluru stampede victims, calls mishap 'absolutely heartbreaking'

PM mourns Bengaluru stampede victims, calls mishap 'absolutely heartbreaking'

Eleven people have died and 33 injured in a stampede near the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) IPL winning celebrations

04 June,2025 09:22 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
RCB victory parade stampede: 11 dead, 33 injured in Bengaluru, says Siddaramaiah

RCB victory parade stampede: 11 dead, 33 injured in Bengaluru, says Siddaramaiah

CM Siddaramaiah said, "Beyond our expectations people had gathered for RCB celebrations in Bengaluru. More than 2-3 lakh people came near Chinnaswamy Stadium, no one expected this crowd"

04 June,2025 09:22 PM IST | Bengaluru | mid-day online correspondent
Thane reports four new Covid-19 cases

Thane reports four new Covid-19 cases

The Thane civic body said that at present, 12 patients are admitted to hospitals, and all are in stable condition. Of these, nine are being treated in private hospitals, while three are admitted to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital in Kalwa

04 June,2025 09:17 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondent
Rahul holds meetings with Haryana Congress leaders to rejuvenate party

Rahul holds meetings with Haryana Congress leaders to rejuvenate party

Rahul Gandhi visited Chandigarh to meet senior party leaders. With the Congress out of power in Haryana for over a decade and lacking a district-level organisation in the state for the past 11 years, Gandhi’s visit marked a key step towards initiating the restructuring process and strengthening the party’s grassroots presence

04 June,2025 08:40 PM IST | Chandigarh | mid-day online correspondent
Delhi: Two feared trapped after building collapses in Rohini area

Delhi: Two feared trapped after building collapses in Rohini area

Delhi Fire Services (DFS) chief Atul Garg said the department received a call at 4:04 PM reporting the collapse of a ground plus two-storey commercial building, with the possibility that some individuals were trapped under the debris

04 June,2025 08:31 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
RCB victory parade stampede: Karnataka BJP demands judicial inquiry

RCB victory parade stampede: Karnataka BJP demands judicial inquiry

At least four persons died and several others were injured after a chaos broke out near the Chinnaswamy Stadium, after a large number of people gathered to participate in the RCB victory celebrations, official sources said

04 June,2025 07:58 PM IST | Bengaluru | mid-day online correspondent
Sikkim landslides: Two Americans among 33 rescued by Indian Air Force

Sikkim landslides: Two Americans among 33 rescued by Indian Air Force

North Sikkim has witnessed devastating landslides triggered by heavy rainfall, prompting the air force to initiate urgent rescue and relief operations in Chaten. An earlier attempt to evacuate 113 stranded tourists from Lachen early on Wednesday had to be called off due to poor conditions

04 June,2025 06:30 PM IST | Chaten | mid-day online correspondent
Centre asks states to ensure availability of oxygen; hold preparedness drills

Centre asks states to ensure availability of oxygen; hold preparedness drills

According to the health ministry, as of 4 June 2025, India has reported 4,302 active Covid-19 cases, with 864 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours. Most infections are mild and being treated at home. Since the beginning of the year, 44 deaths have been reported, mainly among people with existing health conditions

04 June,2025 05:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
17-year-old raped, impregnated in Maharashtra's Latur district

17-year-old raped, impregnated in Maharashtra's Latur district

The crime took place over a period of seven months. A case was registered on May 30, after which the accused has been on the run. The survivor had been staying with her sister and brother-in-law, who were employed as farm workers by the accused

04 June,2025 05:17 PM IST | Maharashtra | mid-day online correspondent
Assam floods: Mayhem in the state, at least 12 dead, crops damaged

    Assam floods: Mayhem in the state, at least 12 dead, crops damaged

    Continuous heavy rainfall and rising water levels in the Brahmaputra River have caused severe flooding in Assam. Many families in Morigaon and Darrang districts have been forced to leave their homes and move to nearby highlands to stay safe. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the floods have affected over 6.33 lakh people across 21 districts. Rescue and relief efforts are ongoing. In Morigaon district, many villages under the Mayong revenue circle are completely submerged. Families are struggling as water levels keep rising. This year’s floods have already claimed at least 12 lives, while five more people have died in landslides. On 3rd June, Tuesday alone, six people, including two children, drowned in the floodwaters. ASDMA reported one death each in the districts of Hailakandi, Sribhumi, Morigaon, Cachar, Sonitpur, and Tinsukia, and one person is still missing in Cachar. The floods have hit the districts of Hailakandi, Nagaon, Sribhumi, Kamrup, Hojai, Lakhimpur, Morigaon, Cachar, Golaghat, Dibrugarh, Barpeta, Biswanath, Sonitpur, Dhemaji, Majuli, Karbi Anglong West, Darrang, Sivasagar, Tinsukia, Dima Hasao, and Jorhat. The situation remains critical as authorities continue rescue operations and provide relief to those affected.  

    05 June,2025 12:32 PM IST
    India projects itself as hub of 'Democracy and Stability': Tejasvi Surya

    India projects itself as hub of 'Democracy and Stability': Tejasvi Surya

    BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, part of the all-party delegation visiting the US, said that investing in India is now widely seen as an investment in democracy, responsible civilian leadership, and global progress

    04 June,2025 05:55 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent

    Over 75 per cent households likely to face extreme weather: World Bank Report

    World bank report: Explaining about a different situation also suggests that public budgets are under pressure, and said that much of the adaptation effort needs to come from the private sector. This report has also outlined policy reforms that would help households and firms adapt to increasingly frequent and damaging weather events.

    04 June,2025 05:00 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

    Taiwan Detects Multiple Chinese Warships and Aircraft Crossing Median Line

    Taiwan Ministry of Defence detected two sorties of Chinese aircraft and 12 Chinese naval vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6 am on Wednesday.

    04 June,2025 01:50 PM IST | Taipei | ANI
    Bomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained

    Bomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained

    The passenger who was about to board the plane was detained after he told the airline's security officer that he had a bomb with him, an Airports Authority of India (AAI) official said

    13 May,2025 05:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know

    In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees

    26 December,2024 07:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones

    As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you

    26 December,2024 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Let’s make the world a little greener and cleaner

    Let’s make the world a little greener and cleaner

    There are several heartwarming takeaways here, the most obvious being remembering those who were killed during Operation Sindoor

    03 June,2025 06:34 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
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    01 June,2025 07:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha
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