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Regular Vande Bharat trains between Srinagar and Katra from June 7: NR

The new trains will run six days a week, helping improve travel between the Kashmir Valley and the popular pilgrimage town of Katra, the Northern Railway said

05 June,2025 03:08 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Karnataka government to introduce new SOP for mega events after Chinnaswamy stam

Bengaluru: While briefing about the unfortunate stampede on Wednesday which killed 11 people, the state home minister said that the Karnataka government has decided to now formulate a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for mega events

05 June,2025 02:57 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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India records 564 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours; health officials on alert

India reports 564 new COVID-19 cases and 7 deaths in 24 hours, with Kerala leading in active cases. Health Ministry holds review meetings as authorities urge caution amid the rising trend.

05 June,2025 02:45 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Pakistan approves Rs 4,224 billion development budget with 4.2 pc GDP target

In Pakistan, the policy rate has gradually decreased to 11 per cent due to government policies, while loans given for private sector development increased to Rs 681 billion from July 2024 to May 2025

05 June,2025 02:42 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Man dies after jumping from train on wrong side at Mumbai Central station

Eyewitnesses reported that instead of exiting safely, he tried to leap over the iron fence separating the platform from the tracks. In the process, his neck got caught in the fencing, resulting in fatal injuries

05 June,2025 01:40 PM IST | Rajendra B. Aklekar
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PM Modi to inaugurate projects worth over Rs 46,000 crore in J-K on Friday

PM Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the Chenab Bridge and India's first cable-stayed Anji Bridge. Chenab Bridge and Anji Bridge, after being inaugurated, will be the symbols of India's engineering excellence. Moreover, the Indian Prime Minister will also flag off Vande Bharat trains

05 June,2025 01:31 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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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
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
World Environment Day: PM Modi plants ‘Sindoor’ sapling at his residence

    World Environment Day: PM Modi plants ‘Sindoor’ sapling at his residence

    On World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi planted a Sindoor sapling at his official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg. The sapling was gifted to him by a group of women from Kutch, known for their bravery during the 1971 war. Marking the occasion, PM Modi also flagged off 200 electric buses, aiming to boost sustainable urban transport. Additionally, he launched the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign—a nationwide tree plantation initiative encouraging citizens to plant a tree in honour of their mothers.

    05 June,2025 03:04 PM IST
    Pakistan hit by 26 mild earthquakes in 4 days; tremors linked to Landhi Fault

    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 | Karachi | Agencies

    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 | Brussels | Agencies

    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 | Germany | Agencies
    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
    Uproot every illegal construction once and for all

    Uproot every illegal construction once and for all

    We need action against illegal structures, as they eat up precious open land in the city and are, at times, constructed on grounds that are meant to be recreation areas for the general public

    04 June,2025 06:43 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    02 June,2025 06:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Ajaz Ashraf
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