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2012 Pune blasts case accused shot dead in Ahilyanagar

Bunty Jahagirdar, who was in his mid-50s, was travelling on a two-wheeler with another person when two bike-borne assailants opened fire on him. The attack happened around 2 pm on Wednesday near Borawake College Road while he was returning from a burial ground

01 January,2026 04:15 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City's youngest mayor in a century

Public transport has been a cornerstone of Mamdani’s agenda. Along with proposals to make buses free, he has said his administration would expand bicycle lanes and redesign streets to better serve pedestrians

01 January,2026 03:49 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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DGCA issues notice to Air India crew over safety and compliance lapses

India’s aviation regulator DGCA has issued a show-cause notice to Air India’s cockpit crew for operating multiple Delhi–Tokyo flights despite safety and compliance lapses. The notice cites incompatible minimum equipment lists and recurring technical issues, seeking an explanation within two weeks'

01 January,2026 03:45 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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'Bangladesh-based terror groups using proxies, planning home-grown outfits'

Intelligence agencies have warned that Bangladesh-based terror groups HuJI and Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen are increasingly using proxy outfits and planning home-grown modules in India to evade detection. Officials say the strategy mirrors tactics used by LeT and JeM, with threats spanning both north and south India

01 January,2026 03:43 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Swiss bar explosion leaves several dead, dozens injured in Crans-Montana

The incident comes just weeks ahead of the World Economic Forum’s 2026 Annual Meeting, scheduled to be held from January 19 to 23 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland. The blast occurred at around 1.30 am. The cause of the explosion is still “unknown”

01 January,2026 02:58 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Dense fog causes flight diversions and delays at Bhubaneswar airport

Flight operations at Bhubaneswar’s Biju Patnaik International Airport were disrupted on Thursday morning due to dense fog, leading to diversions and delays of several flights. Out of the diverted flights, three flights from New Delhi, one from Bangalore and another from Chennai, he said

01 January,2026 02:42 PM IST | PTI
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India’s Defence Minister pays tribute to former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday visited the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and signed the condolence book to express grief over the demise of former Bangladesh Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia

01 January,2026 02:26 PM IST | ANI
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Gold, silver prices in Mumbai dip slightly on first day of 2026; check prices

Gold and silver prices witnessed a marginal decline across major Indian cities on January 1, 2026, after recent record highs and profit booking. In Mumbai, 24-carat gold was priced at Rs 1,35,020 per 10 grams, while silver futures fell over 4 per cent on MCX

01 January,2026 11:53 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Northeast students hold candlelight march in Dehradun demanding justice

Students from the northeast held a candlelight march in Dehradun to protest the killing of 24-year-old Tripura student Anjel Chakma. Under the UTSA banner, protesters demanded justice and raised slogans against alleged racial discrimination, while police denied racial motives so far

01 January,2026 11:33 AM IST | PTI
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Goa fire: Govt dismisses Arpora Sarpanch, Panchayat Secretary

The Goa government has dismissed Arpora Village Panchayat Sarpanch Roshan Redkar and Panchayat Secretary Raghuvir Bagkar for “persistent negligence” in the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub fire case, which claimed 25 lives. The action followed a magisterial inquiry that found serious approval lapses

01 January,2026 11:31 AM IST | ANI
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Vaishno Devi Shrine Board halts registration amid massive New Year rush

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board temporarily suspended registrations in Katra as thousands of devotees arrived for New Year 2026. The move aims to ensure crowd safety and smooth management. Registrations are expected to resume after a review of crowd density

01 January,2026 11:09 AM IST | ANI
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Death toll rises to seven, over 149 hospitalised in Indore

The death toll in Indore’s contaminated water incident has risen to seven, with over 149 people hospitalised due to diarrhoea and vomiting. The state administration has launched door-to-door surveys, suspended civic officials, and assured free treatment and compensation for affected families

01 January,2026 11:07 AM IST | ANI
Seven die in Indore after consuming contaminated water

Seven die in Indore after consuming contaminated water

Seven people have died in Indore after allegedly consuming contaminated drinking water, triggering a diarrhoea and vomiting outbreak in Bhagirathpura. While officials confirmed four deaths, the mayor claimed three more fatalities. A probe has been ordered and action taken against civic staff

01 January,2026 11:04 AM IST | Indore | Agencies
Uttarakhand: 88 injured in train collision inside Vishnugad-Pipalkoti tunnel

Uttarakhand: 88 injured in train collision inside Vishnugad-Pipalkoti tunnel

At least 88 people were injured after two loco trains collided inside the Pipalkoti tunnel of the under-construction Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropower project in Chamoli, Uttarakhand. The accident occurred during a night shift at the TBM site, officials said

01 January,2026 10:59 AM IST | Dehradun | Agencies
Rajnath Singh lauds DRDO scientists on 67th foundation day

Rajnath Singh lauds DRDO scientists on 67th foundation day

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended greetings on DRDO’s 67th Foundation Day, praising scientists for their commitment and scientific excellence. He highlighted DRDO’s role in strengthening India’s defence preparedness and advancing Atmanirbhar Bharat

01 January,2026 10:56 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Seven killed, 12 injured as bus falls into gorge in Uttarakhand

Seven killed, 12 injured as bus falls into gorge in Uttarakhand

The accident occurred in the Bhikiyasain area when the bus was en route to Ramnagar in Nainital from Dwarahat in Almora, SSP) Devendra Pincha said

31 December,2025 01:25 PM IST | Dehradun | Agencies
Gig workers’ strike may disrupt Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit and Amazon deliveries

Gig workers’ strike may disrupt Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit and Amazon deliveries

Delivery partners working with companies such as Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit, Zepto, Amazon and Flipkart have announced plans to log off their apps or significantly reduce work, raising concerns over delays, cancellations and service breakdowns on one of the busiest commercial days of the year

31 December,2025 11:08 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Mahayuti alliance cracks in Latur as BJP to contest all 70 civic seats

Mahayuti alliance cracks in Latur as BJP to contest all 70 civic seats

Former minister and BJP's Latur civic poll in-charge, MLA Sambhajirao Patil Nilangekar, declared his party will contest all 70 seats in the LMC

31 December,2025 09:21 AM IST | Latur | mid-day online correspondent
Mahayuti allies go separate ways ahead of Jalna civic elections

Mahayuti allies go separate ways ahead of Jalna civic elections

The collapse became evident on Tuesday, the final day for filing nomination forms, with alliance partners -- the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena, and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) -- deciding to contest the polls independently

31 December,2025 09:18 AM IST | Jalna | mid-day online correspondent
Uttarakhand: Two loco trains collide in Vishnugad-Pipalkoti tunnel, 60 injured

Uttarakhand: Two loco trains collide in Vishnugad-Pipalkoti tunnel, 60 injured

Chamoli District Magistrate Gaurav Kumar said that there were a total of 109 people on the train at the time of the accident, which occurred late in the evening, and 60 of them were injured. He said that all the people have been rescued and condition of all the injured is stable

31 December,2025 09:09 AM IST | Gopeshwar | PTI
New Year 2026: Delhi Police intensifies security, sets up over 50 checkpoints

New Year 2026: Delhi Police intensifies security, sets up over 50 checkpoints

He added that more than 50 checkpoints have been set up across the city to curb traffic violations and conduct checks for drunk driving using breath analysers.

31 December,2025 09:00 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Trump’s lavish New Year celebrations at Mar-a-Lago to host high-profile guests

    Trump’s lavish New Year celebrations at Mar-a-Lago to host high-profile guests

    President Donald Trump is set to ring in the New Year at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, with a high-profile New Year’s Eve gala often referred to as the “Winter White House” celebration. According to the White House press schedule, the event is expected to draw political figures, celebrities, and select guests, continuing a long-standing tradition of lavish gatherings at the exclusive estate.

    01 January,2026 01:48 AM IST
    EAM Jaishankar attends Khaleda Zia’s funeral, hands over PM Modi’s letter to son

    EAM Jaishankar attends Khaleda Zia’s funeral, hands over PM Modi’s letter to son

    Shortly after landing in Dhaka, Jaishankar met Rahman, the acting chairman of BNP and Zia’s eldest son, and conveyed India’s deepest condolences over the death of the iconic leader who dominated Bangladesh’s politics for over three decades. The external affairs minister is representing India at Zia’s funeral

    31 December,2025 03:53 PM IST | Dhaka | mid-day online correspondent

    Covert US drone attack hits Venezuela port linked to criminal gang

    The strike was executed by the CIA and targeted a remote dock that US agencies believe was being used by the criminal gang Tren de Aragua to store drugs and transfer them onto boats for onward trafficking

    31 December,2025 08:56 AM IST | Washington | ANI

    Taiwan detects 77 Chinese aircraft, 17 naval vessels amid extensive PLA drills

    The latest activity comes after the PLA's Eastern Theatre Command conducted military drills in waters east of Taiwan, which it described as an all-dimensional force projection.

    31 December,2025 08:53 AM IST | Taipei | ANI
    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
    If you intend to get drunk, leave the driving to the sober

    If you intend to get drunk, leave the driving to the sober

    This is because Japanese authorities have figures showing that riding drunk also leads to serious accidents

    31 December,2025 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
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    28 December,2025 06:48 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha
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