The Delhi High Court on Monday refused to stay trial court proceedings against Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir, his foundation, and others in a case linked to the illegal stocking and distribution of COVID-19 drugs. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna posted Gambhir’s plea for hearing on 29 August while criticising his counsel’s arguments.
25 August,2025 05:20 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentDefence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday highlighted the progress and challenges in India’s education sector under the New Education Policy (NEP). Speaking at Jodhpur, he said reforms have improved learning and holistic development, but further efforts are needed to reach the desired standards, crediting PM Modi for these initiatives.
25 August,2025 05:09 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Delhi High Court on August 25, 2025, set aside a Central Information Commission order and directed disclosure of Prime Minister Modi’s bachelor degree records. The verdict followed a Delhi University plea challenging the CIC order after an RTI application sought inspection of 1978 BA exam records.
25 August,2025 05:04 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentRahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, will face a court hearing on September 26 over his remarks that he is “fighting the BJP, RSS, and the Indian state.” The case was filed by Hindu Shakti Dal member Simran Gupta, citing disrespect to citizens and democracy. The court deferred the matter earlier for missing subordinate court records
25 August,2025 04:58 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister was on a two-day official visit to Bangladesh from 23 to 24 August at the invitation of his Bangladeshi counterpart. In the afternoon Dar called on Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus
25 August,2025 04:55 PM IST | ANIThe demonstration was led by Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee General Secretary Ketan Vikas Thakre, who slammed civic authorities for failing to address the problem
25 August,2025 04:28 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentNCP leader Supriya Sule on Monday alleged a Rs 4,800 crore scam in Maharashtra’s Ladki Bahin Yojana, claiming millions of women were wrongly excluded and even male applicants were enrolled. She demanded a white paper, CAG report, and inquiry.
25 August,2025 04:12 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentA bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta told petitioner K A Paul that Attorney General R Venkataramani had already assured the court that only the government would make statements on the matter
25 August,2025 02:55 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentHeavy rainfall has triggered flood-like conditions in Rajasthan, prompting the state government to shut schools in Jaipur and other districts. An orange alert has been issued for Rajsamand, Sirohi, and Udaipur, while several towns remain inundated. NDRF, SDRF, and army teams have been deployed to assist in relief and rescue operations
25 August,2025 01:59 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentA massive landslide on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Udhampur crushed a petrol pump near Balinallah on Sunday evening. Fortunately, no casualties were reported as staff and stock were moved in time. Authorities quickly brought the situation under control, though the petrol pump suffered extensive damage amid continuous rainfall.
25 August,2025 01:52 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPM Rabuka arrived in New Delhi on Sunday, marking the start of his official visit to India, which will continue until August 26. This is his first visit to India as the Prime Minister of Fiji
25 August,2025 01:42 PM IST | ANIHimachal Pradesh continues to reel under heavy monsoon rains, with the death toll rising to 303 due to landslides, flash floods, and rain-related accidents. Over 625 roads, including key national highways, remain blocked, while electricity and water supply have been severely disrupted, leaving several districts cut off.
25 August,2025 01:11 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentCivil Surgeon Dr Pawan Kumar said the four, who had sustained more than 90 per cent burns, were on ventilator support.; two people died in the immediate wake of the incident, while 21 others sustained injuries
25 August,2025 08:37 AM IST | Hoshiarpur | Agencies“It is like running a bulldozer on democracy,” the Congress chief said
25 August,2025 08:34 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesVipin Bhati was being escorted for a routine medical check around 1.30 pm when he tried to flee, according to the Gautam Buddh Nagar Police PRO. “He was chased and apprehended after being shot in the leg,” the officer said
25 August,2025 08:31 AM IST | Noida | AgenciesThe test, which demonstrated the parachute-based deceleration system for the crew module, was conducted in collaboration with multiple defence and research agencies, including the Indian Air Force, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Indian Navy, and Indian Coast Guard
24 August,2025 08:23 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe Maharashtra CM announced an inquiry into the over 26-lakh beneficiaries of Ladki Bahin Yojana for alleged misuse. Benefits will be stopped for ineligible claimants. He also directed BMC to urgently address Mumbai’s pothole crisis, with 8000+ complaints recorded this monsoon
24 August,2025 06:11 PM IST | Nagpur | mid-day online correspondentDefence Minister Rajnath Singh honoured the four Gaganyaan astronauts - Group Captains Shukla, Nair, Krishnan & Pratap. He hailed them as India's pride and underscored the mission as a testament to a self-reliant nation's soaring space ambitions. Rajnath Singh, while praising their contribution during rigorous training and operations.
24 August,2025 05:08 PM IST | New DelhiThe accused has been charged with murdering his wife and allegedly subjecting her to repeated assault. The woman’s family alleged that the accused and his parents frequently tortured her over dowry demands
24 August,2025 05:01 PM IST | Greater Noida | mid-day online correspondentFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan honoured former FM Arun Jaitley on his death anniversary. Amit Shah hailed him as a leader with sharp intellect and unwavering commitment to public service and BJP's ideals.
24 August,2025 04:59 PM IST | New DelhiJammu records 190.4 mm rainfall in 24 hours, the second-highest in a century. Flood-like situations disrupt life, damage Jammu-Pathankot highway bridge. SDRF rescues 45 students from flooded IIIM hostel. Authorities issue alerts for more rain, landslides till August 27.
24 August,2025 03:57 PM IST | Jammu and Kashmir | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
The Pentagon has quietly restricted Ukraine from using U.S.-made long-range ATACMS missiles to strike targets inside Russia, a move that significantly limits Kyiv’s military options. President Trump, frustrated after failed talks with Putin, Zelenskyy, and European leaders, is weighing massive sanctions or tariffs against Moscow. Meanwhile, Russia’s foreign minister says no Putin–Zelenskyy meeting is planned, leaving the peace process at a standstill.
The school sent the original alert shortly after 6:45 pm ordering students to evacuate the area near the Thomas Cooper Library, seek shelter and barricade themselves if necessary
25 August,2025 12:15 PM IST | Columbia | APA Defense Department official who was not authorized to speak publicly said some units on certain missions would be armed ' some with handguns and others with rifles. The spokesperson said that all units with firearms have been trained and are operating under strict rules for use of force
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that the 401st Armoured Brigade had recently returned to Jabalia, where they have joined the Givati Infantry Brigade
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Move to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road
20 August,2025 10:17 PM IST | Pune | Archana DahiwalJanmashtami, 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 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
Celebrating Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)’s 50th anniversary with a record 17 films and series in official selection from India, South Asia and South Asian Diaspora. There are eight films and series from India, four South Asian films beyond India, and five Diaspora films
24 August,2025 07:04 AM IST | Mumbai | Meenakshi SheddeADVERTISEMENT
