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Andhra Pradesh: Bus-truck collision kills 3 after tyre burst sparks fire

At least three people were killed and several injured after a private bus travelling from Nellore to Hyderabad lost control due to a tyre burst, collided head-on with a container truck and caught fire in Andhra Pradesh’s Nandyal district early Thursday

22 January,2026 10:12 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Delhi air quality remains very poor at 312 despite slight improvement

Although the AQI showed a marginal improvement compared to Wednesday morning, when it stood at 341, pollution levels across the national capital remained firmly in the 'very poor' category

22 January,2026 10:03 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Opinion

When books break boundaries

Two distinctly different scenarios featuring young readers in two far-off corners of the city, sprung up pleasant surprises and reiterated how the written word can weave its magic in marvellous ways

22 January,2026 09:35 AM IST | Fiona Fernandez
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Himachal Pradesh CM receives bomb threat ahead of Republic Day

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday received a life threat ahead of Republic Day, with an email warning of a suicide bomb attack during the national flag-hoisting ceremony, officials said, here is more on it

22 January,2026 08:43 AM IST | ANI
World News

Taiwan detects PLA aircraft, PLAN vessels and Chinese balloons at its territory

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense said it detected two PLA aircraft sorties, five PLAN vessels and five Chinese balloons operating around Taiwan on Thursday. The military said the situation was closely monitored amid repeated incursions this week

22 January,2026 08:40 AM IST | ANI
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CM Fadnavis announces innovation city near Mumbai airport; Tata group to invest

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announced a state-of-the-art innovation city near Mumbai airport with a USD 11-billion Tata Group investment. At Davos 2026, MMRDA also secured USD 96 billion in MoUs, boosting jobs, startups and sustainable urban growth

22 January,2026 08:37 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

Pakistan PM accepts Trump's invitation to join Board of Peace on Gaza

Pakistan has announced it will join US President Donald Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ to support implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan under UNSC Resolution 2803, expressing hope for a permanent ceasefire, increased humanitarian aid and Gaza’s reconstruction

22 January,2026 08:37 AM IST | ANI
World News

Donald Trump says a Greenland deal 'framework' reached, cancels tariff threat

US President Donald Trump withdrew his threat to impose tariffs on European countries, citing a new NATO framework on Greenland and Arctic security. The move eased market fears and drew relief across Europe amid ongoing tensions over sovereignty

22 January,2026 08:34 AM IST | AP
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US President Trump says, 'Always had very good relationship with Xi and Putin

At the World Economic Forum, US President Donald Trump described Chinese President Xi Jinping as an “incredible man” with “amazing” achievements and reaffirmed strong ties with Xi and Vladimir Putin. Trump also confirmed plans to visit China in April 2026

22 January,2026 08:29 AM IST | ANI
World News

Trump’s threats challenge Europe’s security and prosperity: EU official

EU Council President Antonio Costa said US President Donald Trump’s threats to annex Greenland and impose tariffs challenge Europe’s security, principles and prosperity. EU leaders met in Brussels amid rising tensions over sovereignty and Arctic security

22 January,2026 07:53 AM IST | Agencies
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South Korea: Ex-PM given 23 yrs in prison over martial law crisis

South Korean court ruled that former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s 2024 martial law amounted to rebellion, sentencing ex-Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 23 years in prison. The verdict may influence upcoming cases against Yoon and other aides

22 January,2026 07:50 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Shinzo Abe assassination: Japanese court sentences killer to life imprisonment

Japanese court has sentenced Tetsuya Yamagami to life imprisonment for assassinating former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in 2022. The case also exposed long-standing ties between Japan’s ruling party and a controversial South Korean church

22 January,2026 07:48 AM IST | Agencies
E-rickshaw driver dies, family blames contaminated drinking water in Indore

E-rickshaw driver dies, family blames contaminated drinking water in Indore

A 50-year-old e-rickshaw driver, Hemant Gaikwad, died in Indore after a prolonged illness, with his family blaming contaminated drinking water in Bhagirathpura. Residents claim 25 deaths, while the state government reports seven fatalities so far

22 January,2026 07:47 AM IST | Indore | Agencies
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar unveils Rs 538 crore development projects in Saran

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar unveils Rs 538 crore development projects in Saran

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday launched and inaugurated development projects and schemes worth Rs 538 crore in Saran district during his Samridhi Yatra. The initiatives include infrastructure works, skill development facilities and women empowerment centres, aimed at boosting overall regional development

21 January,2026 09:38 PM IST | Patna | PTI
Maharashtra: Two youths from Beed killed as bike falls off bridge in Ahilyanagar

Maharashtra: Two youths from Beed killed as bike falls off bridge in Ahilyanagar

The accident occurred on the night of January 18 while the victims, aged 20 and 22, were returning home after attending an agricultural exhibition in Baramati, Pune district, the police said. An unidentified vehicle brushed past the motorcycle carrying the two on a bridge near Mirajgaon on the Jamkhed-Shrigonda Road

21 January,2026 09:20 PM IST | Beed | mid-day online correspondent
Gujarat Police bust cyber fraud racket, 8 held in Rs 826-cr scam

Gujarat Police bust cyber fraud racket, 8 held in Rs 826-cr scam

Gujarat Police arrested eight people for opening 82 bank accounts in the names of fake companies and supplying them to cybercriminals. The arrests are linked to a nationwide cyber fraud worth over Rs 826 crore

21 January,2026 09:00 PM IST | Surat | mid-day online correspondent
Davos 2026: 'India set to become third-largest economy in coming years'

Davos 2026: 'India set to become third-largest economy in coming years'

Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Union Minister said that India is on track to become the world’s third-largest economy, driven by strong growth, infrastructure investment, manufacturing push, and structural reforms

21 January,2026 08:58 PM IST | Davos | mid-day online correspondent
Manipur: Assam Rifles seizes illegal betel nuts worth Rs 1.7 crore at Noney

Manipur: Assam Rifles seizes illegal betel nuts worth Rs 1.7 crore at Noney

Assam Rifles seized 56,000 kg of illegal betel nuts, worth Rs 1.7 crore, during an operation on a state highway in Manipur’s Noney district. The consignment was handed over to forest officials as authorities continued their crackdown on illegal trafficking

21 January,2026 08:58 PM IST | Imphal | mid-day online correspondent
Deepinder Goyal to step down as Eternal Group CEO; Albinder Dhindsa to take over

Deepinder Goyal to step down as Eternal Group CEO; Albinder Dhindsa to take over

Eternal, the parent company of Zomato and Blinkit, announced that founder Deepinder Goyal will step down as Group CEO and Managing Director from February 1. Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa will take over as the new Group CEO, while Goyal will transition to the role of Vice Chairman to pursue new ventures outside the company’s core business

21 January,2026 08:36 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
TMC MLA threatens to break election official’s backbone over voter list

TMC MLA threatens to break election official’s backbone over voter list

In the viral video, Farakka MLA Manirul Islam can be seen addressing a rally and allegedly warning the EC not to test the patience of the TMC. He said that if the poll panel wants to “play with fire”, the TMC can do the same

21 January,2026 08:29 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondent
Kumbh Mela: Expert panel formed for beautification of Nashik and Trimbakeshwar

Kumbh Mela: Expert panel formed for beautification of Nashik and Trimbakeshwar

The committee has been set up to ensure that all urban design and beautification works in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar are planned in a structured, sensitive and expert-led manner, ahead of the large influx of pilgrims expected during the Kumbh Mela

21 January,2026 08:02 PM IST | Nashik | Archana Dahiwal
Justin Trudeau CAUGHT ON CAM: Flirty Wink at Katy Perry Grabs Eyeballs at Davos

    Justin Trudeau CAUGHT ON CAM: Flirty Wink at Katy Perry Grabs Eyeballs at Davos

    Global attention turned toward Davos after pop icon Katy Perry was seen alongside former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. An inside video from the summit has since circulated widely across social media platforms, capturing composed yet noticeable exchanges between the two during the high-profile conference. The brief moments shared between Perry and Trudeau quickly drew curiosity online, with viewers dissecting their body language and interactions. As the clip gained momentum, social feeds were flooded with reactions ranging from approval and intrigue to broader discussion around their growing public association. WATCH 

    22 January,2026 12:33 AM IST
    Davos Summit 2026: US will not use force to take Greenland, says Trump

    Davos Summit 2026: US will not use force to take Greenland, says Trump

    Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, US President Donald Trump said America will not use force to take Greenland but insisted only the US can protect the strategic island. He also criticised Europe, NATO allies and called for talks to acquire Greenland

    21 January,2026 10:00 PM IST | Davos | mid-day online correspondent

    Pakistan Defence Minister mocked after inaugurating 'fake Pizza Hut' outlet

    Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif landed in controversy after inaugurating what appeared to be a Pizza Hut outlet in Sialkot Cantonment. Hours later, the US-based brand clarified the store was unauthorised, triggering memes and widespread social media mockery

    21 January,2026 08:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Davos 2026: Trump reiterates stopping India-Pak war, says US 'needs' Greenland

    Addressing a packed hall during a special address at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Trump said the US had intervened to prevent conflict between India and Pakistan, as it had done in several other global disputes

    21 January,2026 08:22 PM IST | Davos | mid-day online correspondent
    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    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 correspondent

    CM opens Pune double-deck flyover

    Move to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road

    20 August,2025 10:17 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal

    Happy Krishna Janmashtami: Messages and Wishes to share with family

    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-

    05 August,2025 11:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Taskaree, custom-made for pure fun!

    Taskaree, custom-made for pure fun!

    Figuring out how Neeraj Pandey’s thriller about smugglers feels like such an airport bestseller, and yet so brilliantly researched

    21 January,2026 07:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank Shekhar
    18 January,2026 10:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha
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