MJ Akbar, former Union MoS for External Affairs, says Iran’s nuclear program is central to the US-Iran conflict, calling any ceasefire without agreement on it a political hoax
08 April,2026 01:35 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentChief Minister Mamata Banerjee filed her nomination from Bhabanipur, with a proposer list representing multiple communities, underscoring the constituency’s diverse and cosmopolitan character
08 April,2026 01:15 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentTogether, Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen represent a new generation of explorers preparing humanity for long-term lunar missions
08 April,2026 12:46 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentDonald Trump hailed the ceasefire with Iran as a turning point for the Middle East, suggesting it could usher in a “Golden Age” while signalling US involvement in ensuring stability and secure energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz
08 April,2026 12:38 PM IST | APUS Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said he discussed ways to build a stronger future for India-US relations during a meeting with President Donald Trump, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts and global developments
08 April,2026 12:27 PM IST | PTIAviation stocks surged sharply with IndiGo leading gains, as falling crude oil prices following the US-Iran ceasefire improved cost outlook and boosted investor sentiment. The stock of SpiceJet also jumped 4.99 per cent to reach its upper circuit limit of Rs 11.14
08 April,2026 12:06 PM IST | PTIThe accused, Surendra Pratap Singh, alias Randha, allegedly took possession of 210 gunthas (nearly 5.25 acres) of land belonging to the complainant in Rajavali village between 2020 and 2025, an official said
08 April,2026 12:02 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentNorth Korea fired another ballistic missile toward its eastern waters shortly after multiple launches earlier in the day, further escalating tensions and dampening hopes of improved ties with South Korea
08 April,2026 12:01 PM IST | APLaunched on April 8, 1976, Siddheshwar Express was introduced as a dedicated overnight service between the two cities. Over the decades, it has evolved into a key rail link for thousands of daily commuters, business travellers and pilgrims, strengthening socio-economic ties between Solapur and the state capital
08 April,2026 11:35 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentUS President Donald Trump termed the Iran ceasefire a “big day for world peace”, saying Tehran is ready to rebuild after weeks of conflict. The conditional two-week pause, linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, has eased global tensions and raised hopes of a broader peace deal
08 April,2026 11:25 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe US announced the release of journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad by an Iran-backed militia. Her freedom was secured through coordinated efforts between US agencies and Iraqi authorities
08 April,2026 11:01 AM IST | IANS“We have been waiting for this like you can't imagine,” said Artemis II mission commander Reid Wiseman as his crew began the call with astronauts on the ISS
08 April,2026 09:48 AM IST | AFPThe remark came while a nine-judge bench was hearing on petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places, including Sabarimala temple of Keralam
08 April,2026 09:30 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe poll panel is yet to officially announce the finally altered voter base for the state after the roll revision process.
08 April,2026 08:57 AM IST | Kolkata | AgenciesSpeaking with reporters outside the Congress leader’s house, Assam police DCP Debojit Nath said that Khera was not found at his residence. However, he said that a search was carried out and electronic devices were seized
08 April,2026 08:49 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe transfer of responsibility took place during an induction ceremony at New Ashok Nagar, where senior officials from CISF and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) were present
07 April,2026 09:46 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentGurgaon was the most polluted city in India in March, with high PM 2.5 levels, according to a report by Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air. Haryana accounted for four of the top 10 most polluted cities
07 April,2026 07:47 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIThe incident occurred at around 1 am when a bomb was hurled by suspected militants at a house in Moirang Tronglaobi area, killing a 5-year-old boy and a six-month-old girl, a senior officer said
07 April,2026 06:34 PM IST | Imphal | mid-day online correspondentThe Supreme Court of India ruled that High Courts cannot waive statutory penalties on deficient stamp duty, stating that such powers lie only with authorities under the Stamp Act
07 April,2026 06:28 PM IST | New Delhi | IANSSpeaking to reporters in Pune, Rohit Pawar said such comments do not reflect the spirit of democratic engagement and could complicate ongoing political discussions
07 April,2026 06:02 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondentA gunman was killed and two others wounded in a shootout with police outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, with two officers lightly injured. Authorities identified the attackers, who had arrived from Izmit in a rental vehicle.
07 April,2026 04:54 PM IST | Istanbul | APADVERTISEMENT
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has confirmed the death of its top intelligence figure, Majid Khademi, in a pre-dawn strike. The incident has sent shockwaves through Tehran, with officials directly accusing the United States and Israel of orchestrating a targeted operation against one of the country’s most critical security pillars. Khademi, believed to be at the core of Iran’s intelligence network, played a key role in shaping strategic operations within the IRGC. His elimination marks not just a high-profile loss, but a potential fracture in Iran’s intelligence command structure. Notably, Iranian authorities have withheld details regarding the exact location and conditions of the strike, adding to the growing speculation around the scale and precision of the attack.
Israel will continue its offensive in South Lebanon aimed at neutralising the threat from Hezbollah, which has been backed by Iran. "The United States has told Israel that it is committed to achieving these goals, shared by the US, Israel and Israel's regional allies, in the upcoming negotiations"
08 April,2026 09:34 AM IST | Jerusalem | ANIThe system uses acid recovered from discarded car batteries, offering a novel way to tackle multiple waste streams at once
In power since 2010, Orban is running for his fifth-straight term
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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-
The molester targeted lone women while he was riding a motorcycle.
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