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Weather alert: Thundershowers expected in Mumbai, Thane and Palghar

An orange alert has been declared for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region on May 23 and 24. This region is set to experience thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, heavy to very heavy rainfall and gusty winds at a speed of 50 to 60 km/hr in isolated regions

22 May,2025 04:07 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Massive fire breaks out at Jindal Poly Films plant near Nashik

The fire broke out at Jindal Poly Films Ltd plant on Nashik-Mumbai highway in Igatpuri taluka at around 1.30 am on Wednesday and fire-fighting operations were underway

22 May,2025 03:40 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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South Africa downgrades Taiwan's liaison office amid rising Chinese influence

South Africa has officially downgraded the status of Taiwan's liaison office, renaming it the 'Taipei Commercial Office' to maintain trade ties with Taipei while further limiting the island's diplomatic presence in the country

22 May,2025 03:03 PM IST | ANI
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Japan supports India’s anti-terror stance: JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha

An all party parliamentary Delegation from India held a meeting with Japan’s Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, reaffirming India’s united stance and steadfast commitment to tackling terrorism in all its forms

22 May,2025 02:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Sindoor turned into barood: PM Modi on Operation Sindoor

In his first public appearance since Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed a large gathering in Bikaner. While addressing the people of Rajasthan, he stated that the country's enemies have learnt what happens when 'sindoor' becomes gunpowder

22 May,2025 02:07 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Case filed against NCP leader over his daughter-in-law's alleged dowry death

Vaishnavi Hagawane, daughter-in-law of an NCP member, allegedly died by suicide after facing sustained dowry harassment; a case has been filed against her husband and four in-laws by Pune police

22 May,2025 01:53 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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NCP expels Rajendra Hagawane, his son named in dowry harassment-suicide case

Rajendra Hagawane and his son Sushil -- both of whom are absconding -- have been expelled from the party, said Pune district NCP chief Shivaji Garje in a statement

22 May,2025 01:31 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

S jaishankar in Netherlands: "India dealt with nasty world"

During Indian EAM's visit to Netherlands, he stated, "the Europe has now woken up to the reality which India had been facing for almost eight decades." "I've had difficult neighbors, Pakistan and China especially," he added

22 May,2025 01:12 PM IST | ANI
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Operation Sindoor: Two, including 18-year-old boy, arrested for cyber attacks

A special team was formed to investigate. The phones of both suspects were sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) for examination after the arrest of both the persons involved in the attacks were arrested by Gujarat ATS

22 May,2025 12:55 PM IST | ANI
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Supreme Court slams ED inquiry into TASMAC over liquor shop licences

The bench observed that the Enforcement Directorate is violating the federal concept of governance. Further adding that the ED probe will not proceed against the state-run TASMAC in the meantime

22 May,2025 12:52 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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PM Modi flags off Bikaner-Mumbai Express, inaugurates Deshnoke Station

The Prime Minister also virtually inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, marking a historic leap towards modernising Indian Railways. The 103 redeveloped stations spanned across 86 districts in 18 states and Union Territories

22 May,2025 12:42 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Fishermen from Nagapattinam claim harassment by Sri Lankan Navy in open waters

According to reports, the Sri Lankan Navy allegedly invaded with their boat and confiscated fishing nets valued at Rs 2.6 lakh, along with a GPS device, a walkie-talkie, and other equipment

22 May,2025 12:18 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Pune farmer cultivates rare foreign mango varieties, including Japan's Miyazaki

Pune farmer cultivates rare foreign mango varieties, including Japan's Miyazaki

Farooq Inamdar, a farmer and former local politician hailing from Varvand village in the Pune district of Maharashtra, has successfully cultivated 120 mango trees on merely 20 gunthas (equivalent to half an acre) of land. Of these, 90 trees bear international varieties, while 30 are indigenous to India

22 May,2025 11:54 AM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
SC declines plea for FIR against Justice Yashwant Varma in cash recovery case

SC declines plea for FIR against Justice Yashwant Varma in cash recovery case

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to hear a plea seeking the registration of an FIR against High Court judge Yashwant Varma in connection with the recovery of cash from his official residence in Delhi

22 May,2025 11:42 AM IST | News Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Lion population hits 891 in India: Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav

Lion population hits 891 in India: Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav celebrated the significant rise in India's lion population, which he said has increased to 891 from 674 in 2020, describing it as a "landmark success" in wildlife conservation

22 May,2025 11:10 AM IST | News Delhi | ANI
Assam officials meet to plan flood response in Kaziranga before monsoon

Assam officials meet to plan flood response in Kaziranga before monsoon

In line with the preparation for the upcoming monsoon season, a meeting on flood preparedness was held at the Convention Centre Hall in Kohora, located within Assam's Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve

22 May,2025 11:10 AM IST | Kaziranga, Assam | ANI
 Amrit Bharat: PM Modi set to inaugurate 103 redeveloped railway stations

Amrit Bharat: PM Modi set to inaugurate 103 redeveloped railway stations

PM Modi will travel to Rajasthan's Bikaner to lay the foundation stone for multiple projects worth over Rs 26,000 crore. He will also virtually inaugurate 103 redeveloped stations across 86 districts in 18 states and Union Territories on Thursday

22 May,2025 10:42 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Nifty, Sensex trade lower amid rising global bond market tensions

Nifty, Sensex trade lower amid rising global bond market tensions

The Nifty 50 index opened at 24,733.95, down by 79.50 points or 0.32 per cent. Similarly, the BSE Sensex started the day at 81,323.05, slipping by 273.58 points or 0.34 per cent

22 May,2025 10:31 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Mid-Day Top News: Hospitals unprepared for monsoon despite early rain warnings

Mid-Day Top News: Hospitals unprepared for monsoon despite early rain warnings

Stay informed with the latest developments in the nation, Mumbai, entertainment, sports, and more. Let's dive into the headlines shaping our world today

22 May,2025 10:29 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Govt working for permanent solution of Bengaluru's rain woes: DK Shivakumar

Govt working for permanent solution of Bengaluru's rain woes: DK Shivakumar

The Opposition is busy criticising, let them do. We are working towards achieving a permanent solution for rain woes in Bengaluru, DK Shivakumar said

22 May,2025 10:17 AM IST | Bengaluru | ANI
Significant rainfall recorded across multiple Indian states, says IMD

Significant rainfall recorded across multiple Indian states, says IMD

In Gangetic West Bengal, Haldia (Purba Medinipur) recorded 10 cm of rainfall, followed by Diamond Harbour (South 24 Parganas) with 9 cm. Kolkata's Dum Dum and Alipur stations (North 24 Parganas and Kolkata) each recorded 4 cm, while Digha (North 24 Parganas) saw 2 cm

22 May,2025 09:42 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi’s strong warning to Pakistan draws loud cheers - Watch video

    PM Modi’s strong warning to Pakistan draws loud cheers - Watch video

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Rajasthan for the first time after the successful completion of Operation Sindoor. During his trip, he offered prayers at the famous Karni Mata Temple in Deshnok, located in the Bikaner district. After the temple visit, PM Modi launched 103 newly redeveloped Amrit Stations spread across 86 districts in 18 different States and Union Territories. He then addressed a large public rally in Bikaner, where his powerful speech about Operation Sindoor received loud applause and strong support from the crowd. Watch video.

    22 May,2025 03:38 PM IST
    One person rescued, search underway for three others after boat sinks in Seattle

    One person rescued, search underway for three others after boat sinks in Seattle

    A U.S Coast Guard boat crew and helicopter searched for the missing alongside Everett firefighters and police, the agency said in a social media post on X

    22 May,2025 11:11 AM IST | Seattle | AP

    Taiwan detects Chinese military activity near its territory

    According to Taiwan's MND, 16 out of the 23 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, southwestern and eastern Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ).

    22 May,2025 11:10 AM IST | Taipei | ANI

    Volodymyr Zelenskyy lauds EU's 17th sanctions package on Russia

    He specified that the sanctions should target Russia's energy and banking sectors, as well as its shadow fleet, including both vessels and their crews

    22 May,2025 10:15 AM IST | Kyiv | ANI
    Bomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained

    Bomb scare on Mumbai-bound plane at Kolkata airport, passenger detained

    The passenger who was about to board the plane was detained after he told the airline's security officer that he had a bomb with him, an Airports Authority of India (AAI) official said

    13 May,2025 05:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know

    In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees

    26 December,2024 07:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones

    As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you

    26 December,2024 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    We must do whatever it takes to protect our lakes

    We must do whatever it takes to protect our lakes

    Authorities should remove every bit of garbage, but avoid disturbing nutrient-rich silt and aquatic plants.

    21 May,2025 06:36 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    19 May,2025 06:34 AM IST | Mumbai | Ajaz Ashraf
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