Speaking during a debate in the Lok Sabha, she alleged that the government has moved from exerting pressure on institutions to launching what she described as an “open attack” on democracy
16 April,2026 07:30 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAfter days of searing temperatures of 42 to 43 degrees Celsius, the expected transition to rain and lightning could catch residents off guard, prompting officials to urge heightened caution
16 April,2026 07:19 PM ISTA total of 1,278 candidates received job offers from 38 reputed companies. These included firms such as Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors, Flipkart and DMart, an official statement said
16 April,2026 06:48 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPrime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted that Indian Railways has undergone a major transformation over the past decade through reforms, technology upgrades and sustained investment via sharing an article by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
16 April,2026 06:20 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe clash between sitting corporator Rohini Chimate and former corporator Rajshree Kale escalated during an official review meeting of a 3 cr women’s hostel project in Baner, forcing security personnel to intervene. The dispute, later circulated widely on social media
16 April,2026 06:02 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentUnder the proposal, seats in several states are expected to increase significantly. Uttar Pradesh’s strength would go up to 120 seats, Tamil Nadu to 59, West Bengal to 63, Kerala to 30, and Gujarat to 39
16 April,2026 05:51 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentBJP MLA Devayani Farande, who participated in the rally, made strong remarks while addressing the issue. She alleged that Hindu girls were being pressured to observe roza and offer namaz, and accused the perpetrators of sexual assault and forced religious conversion
16 April,2026 05:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe incident occurred while one aircraft was stationary and another was taxiing on the ground at the Indira Gandhi International in Delhi, officials said
16 April,2026 05:08 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIran has warned it could block trade across the Persian Gulf, Sea of Oman and Red Sea if US restrictions on its ports continue, while also rejecting any compromise on its nuclear enrichment rights amid escalating tensions
16 April,2026 04:52 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPresident Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that a strong, self-reliant and developed India must be built on the foundation of Indian languages. Speaking at the convocation of the Mahatma Gandhi International Hindi University in Wardha, she urged citizens to learn at least one Indian language in addition to their mother tongue
16 April,2026 04:51 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentVice-President of India and Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan administered the oath to the 16 newly elected or re-elected members, representing Bihar, Assam, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, and Telangana
16 April,2026 04:47 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentSpeaking during a debate in the Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister said the moment presents a historic opportunity to expand women’s participation in governance and shape the country’s political future
16 April,2026 04:20 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe document, widely shared online, outlined grooming guidelines for store employees. It stated that bindis and tilaks were “not allowed,” and advised that sindoor, if worn, should be minimal
16 April,2026 04:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, permitted Ambani to pursue his case before a single judge bench of the High Court
16 April,2026 04:05 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent | mid-day online correspondentThe operation was carried out by the Cyber Crime Police during the night of 15-16 April at a rented premises in Sangolda village. The accused were allegedly caught accepting bets through online applications during ongoing IPL matches
16 April,2026 03:54 PM IST | Panaji | mid-day online correspondentDelhi Police have arrested a West Bengal resident for allegedly defrauding more than 500 women across the country of nearly Rs 2 crore through fake profiles on dating and matrimonial apps. The accused is also accused of honey-trapping, romance scams and blackmailing
16 April,2026 03:35 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe Lok Sabha saw heated clashes as the government and Opposition debated key bills, with Amit Shah and Arjun Ram Meghwal defending them, while K. C. Venugopal and Asaduddin Owaisi raised concerns over federalism
16 April,2026 03:29 PM IST | New Delhi | IANSDeputy Commissioner of Police (East) Deeksha Sharma said that the bodies of two children, both around two years old, were recovered late on Wednesday, hours after the fire broke out
16 April,2026 03:19 PM IST | Lucknow | mid-day online correspondentThe move comes after multiple complaints from women employees alleging sexual harassment, coercion, and attempts at religious conversion at the TCS Nashik unit. Police have registered several FIRs in the case and arrested a number of individuals, including senior staff members
16 April,2026 03:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSpeaking alongside Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker, Modi highlighted plans to build reliable global supply chains by combining Austria’s expertise with India’s scale. The visit, the first by an Austrian Chancellor to India in four decades, is expected to boost trade, investment and collaboration
16 April,2026 02:51 PM IST | New Delhi | IANSRajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan described the first criticality of the 500-MW Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam Nuclear Complex as a major national achievement
16 April,2026 02:41 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIADVERTISEMENT
The White House has pushed back strongly against reports claiming that the United States is seeking an extension of the ongoing Iran ceasefire, just days before a critical deadline. During a high-profile briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt made it clear, no formal request for a ceasefire extension has been made at this stage. The clarification comes amid widespread speculation and conflicting reports suggesting Washington was quietly working to prolong the fragile truce. Leavitt acknowledged that diplomatic channels remain active, with the US continuing engagement efforts behind the scenes. However, she stopped short of confirming any final decision on the future of the ceasefire, underscoring the uncertainty surrounding the situation. WATCH
The announcement signals a potential diplomatic breakthrough in a region marked by continued hostility and intermittent conflict between Israel and Lebanon. Earlier on Tuesday, the US hosted a trilateral meeting with Israel and Lebanon, marking their first high-level engagement since 1993
16 April,2026 03:11 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondentThe Trump administration has unveiled plans for a giant United States Triumphal Arch to mark America’s 250th independence anniversary, triggering criticism over it being a “vanity project” funded partly by taxpayers
US military claims it turned back 10 vessels in the first 48 hours of the naval blockade on Iran’s ports and the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM says zero ships broke through while Netanyahu affirms identical goals with Washington on eliminating Iran’s enrichment capability and reopening the strait
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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
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