Civil unrest in Iran has disrupted India’s basmati rice exports, causing payment delays, shipment uncertainty and a sharp drop in domestic prices. Exporters have been urged to adopt secure payments and diversify markets, as Iran remains India’s top basmati destination and the biggest near-term risk to the trade
13 January,2026 04:47 PM IST | PTIIn a bizarre incident in Mathura, an e-rickshaw driver walked into a district hospital with a 1.5-foot snake in his pocket after being bitten. He further said that he had come to the hospital around 30 minutes ago and alleged that there are no facilities in the hospital.
13 January,2026 04:04 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz concluded his two-day India visit after high-level talks with PM Narendra Modi in Gujarat. The leaders agreed to deepen cooperation in defence, space, technology, trade and climate action
13 January,2026 04:03 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentArmy Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi on Tuesday said Operation Sindoor remains ongoing and any future misadventure by the adversary will be effectively countered. He noted that the operation reset strategic assumptions by targeting terror infrastructure deep across the border, while adding that the situation along the LAC with China
13 January,2026 03:20 PM IST | PTIJharkhand has issued a health alert after two suspected Nipah virus cases were reported in neighbouring West Bengal. The state health department has led surveillance, rapid reporting and public awareness measures across all districts to prevent a possible outbreak. The Centre has assured full support to West Bengal
13 January,2026 02:37 PM IST | PTIDelhi experienced its coldest January morning in three years on Tuesday, with the minimum temperature dropping to 3 degree C, significantly below normal. The IMD warned that cold wave conditions are likely to persist, while the city’s air quality worsened to the ‘very poor’ category, with Anand Vihar recording ‘severe’ AQI levels
13 January,2026 12:22 PM IST | PTIErfan Soltani was arrested on January 8 for allegedly participating in protests against Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. What initially began as demonstrations driven by economic hardship has since escalated into widespread unrest, openly challenging the Iranian leadership
13 January,2026 12:17 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentSome Iranians in Tehran were able to call abroad even as the internet remains cut off following nationwide protests that have left at least 646 dead. Several people in Tehran were able to call The Associated Press and speak to a journalist there. The AP bureau in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, was unable to call those numbers back
13 January,2026 12:01 PM IST | APA 27-year-old hindu auto-rickshaw driver, Samir Das, was stabbed to death in Bangladesh’s Feni district, reportedly during an attempted vehicle theft. His killing is the ninth such incident against Hindus in 24 days, underscoring rising violence against minorities in the country
13 January,2026 09:51 AM IST | IANSUS Republican Senator Lindsey Graham praised the Trump decision to impose 25 per cent tariffs, saying that the US President's decision in "isolating" the Khamenei regime economically is most impressive
13 January,2026 08:58 AM IST | ANIAnswering queries during a press conference today on Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that the union budget will be presented at 11 am on February 1 in the House
13 January,2026 08:54 AM IST | ANIThe toll comes from the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which has been accurate throughout multiple years of demonstrations. It relies on a network of activists inside Iran that confirms all reported fatalities
13 January,2026 08:48 AM IST | APThe deceased boy was identified as Bihar resident Priyansh. An enquiry has been ordered into the fire that sparked around 2.45 am on Sunday, Solan Deputy Commissioner Manmohan Sharma said
13 January,2026 08:09 AM IST | Shimla | AgenciesFormer Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar was admitted to the cardiology department of AIIMS Delhi on Monday. Sources said his condition is stable. Dhankhar had resigned from the post in July 2025 citing health reasons
12 January,2026 11:48 PM IST | New Delhi | ANIAir India marked a key milestone as its first line-fit, made-for-Air India Boeing 787-9 aircraft landed at IGI Airport, Delhi. The widebody jet features custom-configured cabins and signals the airline’s push for a world-class flying experience
12 January,2026 11:40 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentWith only two days left before the official end of campaigning on Tuesday, January 13, candidates and party leaders intensified their outreach through rallies, roadshows, bike rallies, and door-to-door meetings
12 January,2026 08:41 PM IST | Pune | Archana DahiwalISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission, carrying 16 satellites including a foreign Earth Observation satellite, failed during the third stage. The rocket deviated from its flight path, resulting in the loss of all satellites. Chairman V Narayanan said a detailed analysis is underway
12 January,2026 04:56 PM IST | Andhra Pradesh | mid-day online correspondentFrom long-pending infrastructure issues to a surge in “free service” announcements, voters across the cities are questioning the credibility, intent, and financial feasibility of the pledges being made in the last leg of campaigning
12 January,2026 03:43 PM IST | Pune | Archana DahiwalGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Mahatma Gandhi’s teachings are more needed today than ever during his visit to Sabarmati Ashram with PM Modi. After the inauguration, both the leaders took a ride on the ground in an open vehicle and also tried their hands at flying kites
12 January,2026 02:59 PM IST | Ahmedabad | PTIPrime Minister Narendra Modi said India-Germany cooperation in defence and security reflects mutual trust, announcing new initiatives to deepen strategic ties. He mentioned that India and Germany share common priorities in the renewable energy sector
12 January,2026 02:59 PM IST | Gandhinagar | IANSAn Air India flight from Delhi to Vijayawada was diverted to Jaipur on Monday after an elderly passenger fell ill onboard. The source said an elderly passenger became unwell onboard the flight AI2517 following which the flight was diverted to Jaipur where the passenger was deboarded and taken to hospital
12 January,2026 02:12 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIADVERTISEMENT
A viral video from Minnesota is drawing nationwide attention after an ICE agent slipped and fell on an icy street during an immigration raid. What began as an awkward on-camera moment quickly turned into a serious debate about training, preparedness, and public safety during federal enforcement operations.
"We will continue to deport these thugs to keep America safe,¿ the State Department said in a social media post on Monday
13 January,2026 08:44 AM IST | New York | PTIGor, 39, arrived in New Delhi on January 9 to take up his new role as US Ambassador to India and Special Envoy to South and Central Asia
Europe's leaders condemned the attack using the Oreshnik as 'escalatory and unacceptable,' and US envoy Bruce was equally tough on Monday
ADVERTISEMENT
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-
It makes sense for legendary athletes and footballers to spend time in India given our respect for their skills
12 January,2026 07:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Lindsay PereiraADVERTISEMENT
-1768302311903_d.png "Iran unrest hits Indian basmati rice exports, prices slide sharply at home")
-1768294336288_d.png "Jharkhand on health alert after suspected Nipah cases in West Bengal")
-1768277622569_d.png "Another hindu killed in Bangladesh as violence against minorities escalates")
