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Bomb blast plot foiled as two terror suspects arrested in Telangana-AP joint op

The accused, identified as Syed Sameer, a 27-year-old lift technician from Bhoiguda in Secunderabad, and Siraj Ur Rehman, a resident of Vizianagaram, were allegedly planning to test explosive devices ahead of a larger conspiracy to carry out bomb blasts

20 May,2025 09:47 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Bid to derail 2 trains, including Rajdhani, foiled in UP's Hardoi: Police

The loco pilot of a Rajdhani Express (20504) from Delhi on its way to Dibrugarh in Assam applied the emergency brake after spotting the obstruction. He removed it and informed railway officials

20 May,2025 09:40 AM IST | PTI
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Piyush Goyal meets US Commerce Secretary Lutnick, advances India-US trade talks

Earlier in May, the Union Commerce and Industry Minister stated that the Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) with the US was moving progressively in the right direction

20 May,2025 08:25 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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“End to the War”: Donald Trump after call with Putin on Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

He noted that the conditions for peace will be negotiated directly between the two conflict-ridden nations, as they possess unique insights into the intricacies of the war

20 May,2025 08:15 AM IST | ANI
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"Want to end war but not sure if Russia is ready": Ukrainian President

Zelenskyy highlighted Ukraine's willingness to pursue a full ceasefire without preconditions, a proposal initially put forward by US President Donald Trump, while emphasising the need for Russia to demonstrate genuine commitment through concrete actions

20 May,2025 08:10 AM IST | ANI
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EAM Jaishankar lauds Netherlands' support against terrorism

Jaishankar also engaged with the Netherlands' Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans and discussed the benefits of a bilateral defence partnership between the two nations

20 May,2025 08:06 AM IST | ANI
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MP Police sets up SIT to probe minister's remarks against Col Sofiya Qureshi

The Supreme Court on Monday chided Shah for his "crass" remarks on Col Qureshi and constituted a three-member special investigation team to probe the FIR lodged against him

20 May,2025 08:04 AM IST | PTI
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New e-Zero FIR to nab cyber criminals with unprecedented speed: Amit Shah

Meanwhile, Amit Shah inaugurated a revamped Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) portal here in the national capital on Monday to improve the digital experience for OCI cardholders

20 May,2025 08:00 AM IST | ANI
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Pakistani firing was chaotic; our response was swift and precise: Indian Army

An Indian Army personnel said that Pakistan could not gain a difference in a hilly region, due to which they opened fire on the plains, which is India's region

20 May,2025 07:57 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Lord Hanuman statue put up in Guyana temple

The Embassy said that the statue of Lord Hanuman has been imported from India by the Sooklal family and installed in memory of their parents

20 May,2025 07:24 AM IST | Agencies
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Russia outlaws Amnesty International, labels it an “undesirable organization”

Amnesty International was launched in 1961. The group documents and reports human rights violations across the globe and campaigns for release of those it deems unjustly imprisoned. It has also released reports on Russia’s war in Ukraine

20 May,2025 07:21 AM IST | Agencies
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Over 23,000 Pakistanis jailed across the world, says Ministry of Foreign Affairs

According to Dawn, as many as 23,456 Pakistanis are currently behind bars overseas, with the largest number of inmates, 12,156, being held in Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has informed Pakistan’s National Assembly.The statement was made during the lower house’s question hour

20 May,2025 07:20 AM IST | Agencies
SC orders SIT probe against BJP minister for his remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi

SC orders SIT probe against BJP minister for his remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi

An FIR was registered against Madhya Pradesh Minister of Tribal Affairs Vijay Shah in Indore district on May 14; After drawing severe criticism for his comments made on May 12, the BJP minister said he was ready to apologise 10 times if his statement had hurt anyone and he respected Col Qureshi more than his sister

20 May,2025 07:16 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Rahul Gandhi questions aircraft loss in Operation Sindoor, targets EAM

Rahul Gandhi questions aircraft loss in Operation Sindoor, targets EAM

The MEA had described as “utter misrepresentation” claims that Jaishankar acknowledged that India alerted Pakistan before the launch of Operation Sindoor on May 7

20 May,2025 07:15 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
New e-Zero FIR will help nab cyber fraudsters with unprecedented speed: Shah

New e-Zero FIR will help nab cyber fraudsters with unprecedented speed: Shah

Launched as a pilot project for Delhi, the new system will automatically convert cyber financial crimes filed on the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) and helpline number 1930 to FIRs, initially above the threshold limit of Rs 10 lakh, Amit Shah said on Monday

19 May,2025 11:34 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Two killed in lightning strike in Jalna

Two killed in lightning strike in Jalna

The Marathwada region is witnessing spells of pre-monsoon showers accompanied by bolts from the sky. At 32.8 mm, the region has recorded 256 per cent of the expected rainfall in six days so far this month

19 May,2025 09:47 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Maharashtra) | mid-day online correspondent
TMC's Yusuf Pathan opts out of diplomatic delegation; BJP blames Mamata Banerjee

TMC's Yusuf Pathan opts out of diplomatic delegation; BJP blames Mamata Banerjee

The Centre on Sunday announced the names of members of seven multi-party delegations who will travel to world capitals to convey India’s resolve to tackle terrorism, against the backdrop of Operation Sindoor

19 May,2025 09:14 PM IST | New Delhi | Divya Nair
50 percent of mosques in Pakistan serve as terror fronts, says PoJK activist

50 percent of mosques in Pakistan serve as terror fronts, says PoJK activist

He also said that Operation Sindoor has instilled fear in the army and terrorist groups of Pakistan. Professor Raja further noted that the Pakistani army manipulates public perception to suit its interests, especially during times of political crisis

19 May,2025 07:55 PM IST | London | mid-day online correspondent
11 arrested for arson, vandalism during 2020 Delhi riots acquitted

11 arrested for arson, vandalism during 2020 Delhi riots acquitted

The acquittal comes after the court established that no credible evidence has been found against the accused. It also discarded the testimony of two police officers who identified the accused in a video and noted that the 11 people were identified at a belated stage after their arrest and the filing of a charge sheet

19 May,2025 07:41 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Espionage case: Accused says he was asked to send visuals of Sirsa Air Base

Espionage case: Accused says he was asked to send visuals of Sirsa Air Base

The accused hails from the Kangarka village under the jurisdiction of the Tauru Police Station in Haryana. The police have recovered a mobile phone from him. A case has been filed against three individuals, including two staff members of the Pakistani Embassy

19 May,2025 05:27 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Indian Army foiled Pakistan's drone attack on Golden Temple: Officials

Indian Army foiled Pakistan's drone attack on Golden Temple: Officials

India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 in which precision strikes destroyed terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir (POJK) and eliminated nearly 100 terror operatives at key bases in Pakistan

19 May,2025 05:06 PM IST | Amritsar | ANI
Another man arrested in Moradabad for spying for Pakistan, wife denies claims

    Another man arrested in Moradabad for spying for Pakistan, wife denies claims

    A 29-year-old man was stabbed to death in front of his family in Raghubir Nagar, Delhi. The victim’s family was seen crying bitterly as they recounted the gruesome killing. The victim’s wife, Jyoti, said, “The assailants who attacked my husband repeatedly stabbed him with a knife and then ran away.” She also mentioned that they attacked two more people while fleeing the scene. Watch the video.

    20 May,2025 10:29 AM IST
    UK, European Union to seal new deals, renew ties after Brexit

    UK, European Union to seal new deals, renew ties after Brexit

    British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and other senior EU officials in London for talks, said the deals will slash red tape, grow the British economy and reset relations with the 27-nation trade bloc since the UK left the EU in 2020

    20 May,2025 07:18 AM IST | London | Agencies

    India, Maldives ink 13 MoUs to boost island ferry network, improve livelihoods

    India is happy to partner with GoM in enhancing maritime connectivity, a lifeline for the people of the Maldives,” the High Commission of India in the Maldives posted on X

    20 May,2025 07:09 AM IST | Male | Agencies

    China should review its Taiwan policy, says President William

    In an interview ahead of the first anniversary of his inauguration, Lai said China's aggressive posture has not weakened Taiwan's resolve, but instead intensified international support for the nation

    19 May,2025 04:56 PM IST | Taipei | 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
    Questions on Indo-Pak clashes

    Questions on Indo-Pak clashes

    Here are some: Has the perception of Pakistan’s military capabilities changed? Has Modi lost or gained? Will Hindutva be diluted? Does our foreign policy need revamping? What’s the path to peace in Kashmir?

    19 May,2025 06:34 AM IST | Mumbai | Ajaz Ashraf
    18 May,2025 08:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel
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