The United States Embassy in India highlighted US President Donald Trump praising PM Narendra Modi as a leader “who gets things done,” stressing the strength of India-US relations. The exchange follows a phone call between the leaders on West Asia tensions and the strategic Strait of Hormuz
27 March,2026 12:14 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentGold and silver prices surged on Friday as investors sought safe-haven assets amid persistent West Asia tensions. Gold futures on MCX rose over 2 percent to Rs 1,42,500 per 10 grams, while silver jumped around 3 percent to Rs 2,27,799 per kg
27 March,2026 12:12 PM IST | IANSThe woman gathered the courage to file a complaint following the recent arrest of former Merchant Navy officer and self-styled godman Ashok Kharat in Nashik, an official said
27 March,2026 12:08 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentCongress MP Manickam Tagore warned that the hike is affecting households, businesses, and the economy, urging the government to ensure supply and control costs
27 March,2026 11:21 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentIn a post on X, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman wrote, "It will provide protection to consumers from rise in prices. PM Modi has always ensured that citizens are protected from vagaries of supply and costs of essential goods"
27 March,2026 11:09 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe decision, taken by the US Treasury, coincides with the 250th anniversary celebrations of American Independence this year
27 March,2026 10:46 AM IST | PTIThese oil seeps have a constant, natural emission; however, there has been a greater flow of contaminants in the last month," he said
27 March,2026 10:45 AM IST | APElaborating on his decision, Trump added, "They asked for seven, and I said, 'I'm going to give you 10,' because they gave me ships."
27 March,2026 10:43 AM IST | ANIUnion Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said that the government is closely tracking global developments, particularly in areas such as energy supply, supply chains, and essential commodities
27 March,2026 10:42 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent"I am raising 10 red flags before you," he reportedly told ministers, as reported by the Times of Israel
27 March,2026 10:40 AM IST | ANIBJP MLA Ashish Deshmukh, who organised the event, hailed the record-breaking feat as a significant milestone for the nation
27 March,2026 10:24 AM IST | ANIA bench comprising justices Rajesh Bindal and Vijay Bishnoi said the practice is becoming increasingly rampant across courts in India.
27 March,2026 09:03 AM IST | AgenciesThe Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said all petrol pumps across the country are adequately stocked and operating normally
27 March,2026 08:59 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe elephant trampled a woman, Maniya Birhorni, 55, to death at Mariampur
27 March,2026 08:48 AM IST | Koderma | AgenciesModi is wanted in India in connection with a Rs 13,000-crore fraud
27 March,2026 08:26 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe Railway Ministry also imposed a Rs 10 lakh fine on its own company, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, for not handling the matter properly
27 March,2026 08:21 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesReliance Industries Limited has denied reports of purchasing Iranian crude, calling them baseless. The clarification comes amid reports of a temporary US authorisation allowing sale of stranded Iranian oil to stabilise global energy markets
26 March,2026 07:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe government also reiterated that all oil refineries are operating at high capacity with adequate crude oil inventories, ensuring uninterrupted availability of petrol and diesel across the country
26 March,2026 06:43 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAhead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the BJP has fielded Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder victim, from Panihati. Party leaders defended the move, calling it a step toward justice and women’s empowerment
26 March,2026 05:41 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondentPrime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with Chief Ministers via video conference to assess preparedness and coordinate India’s response to the ongoing West Asia crisis. The meeting will focus on ensuring synergy of efforts in the spirit of 'Team India', said the official
26 March,2026 05:41 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | IANSPM Modi will inaugurate Phase I of Noida International Airport in Jewar on March 28. Built at a cost of Rs 11,200 crore, the airport is set to boost connectivity in the Delhi-NCR region and strengthen India’s aviation infrastructure with modern, sustainable and scalable facilities.
26 March,2026 04:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Iranian state media released footage claiming a drone strike targeting Israel’s Haifa port, with reports suggesting the use of long-range Arash suicide drones. The attack marks a continued escalation in the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, with both sides increasingly targeting critical infrastructure. The Haifa region hosts key shipping terminals, energy facilities and naval assets, making it a strategic maritime hub. Sirens were reported across northern Israel as missile and drone exchanges continued, with air defences intercepting most incoming projectiles.
Videos of the incident had gone viral.
27 March,2026 08:55 AM IST | Singapore | AgenciesLukashenko, who was in Pyongyang on an official visit, hailed the document as “fundamental.”
Tehran moved to formalise control over the Strait of Hormuz while Washington prepared for the arrival of US combat forces in the region
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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-
Fittingly, glowing tributes were paid to the late S Thyagarajan, whose printed words embellished the world of hockey through multiple Olympics, World Cups, Asian Games, and Champions Trophy editions
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