MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that India stands for free and open commercial shipping and maritime security, in line with international law
03 April,2026 11:56 AM IST | ANIIn a formal letter to all State and Union Territory Chief Secretaries, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has urged local administrations to intensify their communication strategies to prevent panic buying and hoarding across the country
03 April,2026 11:52 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentIt is unclear what the proposal would mean. Oman did not immediately acknowledge it
03 April,2026 11:52 AM IST | APThe Artemis II crew comprises NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, along with Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen
03 April,2026 11:48 AM IST | ANIMaharashtra State Level Vigilance Cell uncovered the network accused of stealing LPG meant for public distribution. Officials said the racket was depriving nearly 2,480 economically weaker households of their rightful monthly gas supply
03 April,2026 11:40 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe government has put on hold its plan to make 60 per cent of airline seats free, citing operational and commercial concerns raised by carriers. Currently, 20 pc of seats remain free, with fees for the rest
03 April,2026 11:02 AM IST | IANSFrench President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday emphasised the need for dialogue to resolve the West Asia conflict, calling a military operation to liberate the Strait of Hormuz “unrealistic” due to Iranian defenses. He stressed that any resolution requires cooperation with Iran and a ceasefire
03 April,2026 10:39 AM ISTA statement issued by Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed that General George would retire with immediate effect from his role as the 41st Chief of Staff of the Army
03 April,2026 10:16 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentReports indicated that those affected included travellers, local villagers, and families who were outdoors observing Nature Day. The presence of civilians near the site at the time of the strike contributed to the high number of casualties
03 April,2026 09:53 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe board clarified that the QR codes are part of internal systems and are not designed to function as direct internet hyperlinks
03 April,2026 09:41 AM IST | ANIIs Pujarini Pradhan aka @lifeofpujaa an industry plant or authentic influencer? Well, why can’t she be both? We may want authenticity, but we all know it will only pay once it’s strategised and curated
03 April,2026 08:40 AM IST | Aastha Atray BananThe document was released by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan
03 April,2026 08:29 AM IST | AgenciesThe “big jump” in the defence exports reflected the growing “global trust” in India’s indigenous defence capabilities, Union Defence Minister Singh said.
03 April,2026 08:23 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe accused also allegedly stole household items and money during the assault, a police official said on Wednesday.
03 April,2026 08:14 AM IST | Gwalior | AgenciesFollowing the price hike, a 19-kg commercial cylinder in Mumbai now costs Rs 2,031.00, while in Delhi, it is priced at Rs 2,078.50. The last hike of Rs 114.50 was announced on March 1. The price rise is likely to affect hotels, restaurants, and small businesses that depend heavily on commercial gas
02 April,2026 11:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAddressing public meetings in Varkala and Attingal, Fadnavis described Keralam as a sacred land and stated that the time has come for the BJP to take charge to protect its culture, heritage, and ensure all-round development under the leadership of Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi
02 April,2026 10:28 PM IST | Kerala | mid-day online correspondentDeora highlighted the success of the scheme implemented under the leadership of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, stating that it has transformed housing for thousands of underprivileged citizens in Mumbai
02 April,2026 07:30 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAround 90 flights are expected to operate from the United Arab Emirates to India on Thursday alone. In addition, flights are continuing from airports in Saudi Arabia and Oman, facilitating the movement of Indian nationals
02 April,2026 06:34 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentKharat, who was arrested by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Wednesday in connection with the second case, was produced via video conferencing from jail before Chief Judicial Magistrate B N Ichpurani, who remanded him to SIT custody till April 8
02 April,2026 05:40 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondentThe Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which will scuttle any future bid to alter the decision of making Amaravati the capital of the southern state was passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday
02 April,2026 05:13 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAfter a sharp rise in temperatures earlier in the day, a sudden weather shift brought intense showers to Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad around 2:30 pm, catching commuters and pedestrians off guard during peak hours. Many were seen scrambling for shelter as the downpour intensified
02 April,2026 04:32 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Iran has issued a strong warning to the United States after President Donald Trump threatened to send Tehran "back to the Stone Age." IRGC spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari said the war will continue until the US faces "lasting humiliation," warning that stronger, wider, and more destructive attacks could follow. Iran rejected claims that its missile production sites were destroyed, insisting strategic facilities remain intact.
The Fastsort-Textile machine was one of Time magazine’s ‘Best Inventions of 2025’.
03 April,2026 08:25 AM IST | Beijing | AgenciesHe did not mention the possibility of sending US ground troops into Iran.
‘On Earth As It Is Beneath’ by Brazilian author Ana Paula Maia, set in a remote Brazilian penal colony where the boundaries between justice and cruelty collapse, is among the six worldwide contenders for the coveted literary honour.
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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-
Met Enrique Arce, who plays Arturo, antagonist of Money Heist, and figured, this actor’s gotta be in Bollywood...
01 April,2026 08:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank ShekharADVERTISEMENT
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