The ongoing conflict in the Middle East intensified after Israel launched a new wave of airstrikes targeting infrastructure in Tehran. Explosions were reported across the Iranian capital, including at Mehrabad Airport
07 March,2026 12:32 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentOil marketing companies have increased LPG cylinder prices amid rising global energy costs linked to the West Asia conflict. Domestic LPG cylinders are now costlier by Rs 60, while commercial cylinders have gone up by Rs 114.5. Companies also assured that petrol and diesel supplies remain adequate
07 March,2026 11:57 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentIndia is well-prepared to handle any global energy disruptions, with over 250 million barrels of crude and petroleum products in reserves, enough for 7–8 weeks
07 March,2026 11:45 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentCuba has reported a fifth death following a shootout last month between Cuban soldiers and a Florida-flagged speedboat near the island’s north coast. Authorities say the boat carried armed Cuban nationals living in the US who allegedly attempted to infiltrate the country
07 March,2026 10:54 AM IST | AP | PTIUS scientists have grown and harvested the first crop of chickpeas in simulated Moon soil. The experiment tested whether plants can survive in lunar regolith, a harsh powder lacking organic nutrients and containing heavy metals that can hinder plant growth
07 March,2026 10:52 AM IST | AgenciesResearchers have developed a 3D-printed heart model that mimics the movements of the left side of the human heart. The model includes the atrium, ventricle and mitral valve, allowing surgeons to practise realistic, patient-specific procedures and improve surgical planning
07 March,2026 10:39 AM IST | AgenciesScientists using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have confirmed that asteroid 2024 YR4 will not collide with the Moon in 2032. New observations refined the asteroid’s orbit, showing it will pass about 21,200 km from the lunar surface on December 22, 2032
07 March,2026 10:38 AM IST | AgenciesThe BJP has hailed the US decision to grant a 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil, calling it a success of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strategic diplomacy. The party also criticised Rahul Gandhi and the Congress for allegedly spreading misinformation about oil shortages
07 March,2026 10:33 AM IST | AgenciesThe United States has issued a temporary 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil amid escalating tensions with Iran. Officials said the short-term measure aims to keep oil flowing in global markets and applies only to cargo already stranded at sea
07 March,2026 10:31 AM IST | AgenciesA woman and her attendants allegedly created chaos at a government hospital in north Delhi, abusing doctors, assaulting security personnel and damaging equipment in the casualty ward. Police were called to control the situation, and legal action is being initiated under the Delhi Medicare Act
07 March,2026 10:29 AM IST | PTIPolice in Uttar Pradesh arrested two brothers for allegedly abducting and assaulting a married woman in Ballia district. The accused reportedly took the woman on a motorcycle to a secluded area near a cold storage facility before attacking her. Both have been sent to jail
07 March,2026 10:26 AM IST | PTIPrime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated candidates who cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025, praising their dedication and perseverance. He also encouraged aspirants who did not achieve the desired result, urging them to stay hopeful and continue striving for opportunities
07 March,2026 10:25 AM IST | ANIThe Enforcement Directorate attached assets worth over Rs 441 crore belonging to prime accused Kessireddy Rajasekhara Reddy, his family members, and related entities in the Andhra Pradesh liquor scam case, allegedly involving kickbacks of Rs 3,500 crore during the previous YSRCP regime
06 March,2026 09:38 PM IST | Amaravati | PTIPawar said he has sought appointments with Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, and Trinamool Congress chief and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to discuss the matter and push for it to be raised in Parliament
06 March,2026 08:42 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondentThe Congress party slammed the Modi government after the US announced a temporary 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil, with party president Mallikarjun Kharge alleging India's strategic autonomy and national sovereignty are under "dire threat" as PM Modi is being "blackmailed" by America
06 March,2026 08:27 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIPrime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stones of multiple development projects worth around Rs 33,500 crore in Delhi on Sunday, including two new Delhi Metro corridors — the 12.3-km Majlis Park-Maujpur Babarpur Pink Line and the 9.9-km Deepali Chowk-Majlis Park Magenta Line
06 March,2026 08:12 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | PTIThe ED said its specialised teams conducted searches at 10-12 sites across Mumbai, focusing on both registered offices and residential premises linked to companies in the Reliance group, particularly the power utility sector
06 March,2026 05:54 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAccording to the police, the explosion took place at the Dr Khan Industrial Consultants (DKIC) unit located at Lote Parshuram MIDC (chemical zone), around 250 km from Mumbai
06 March,2026 05:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe probe relates to the crash of a Learjet 45 aircraft operated by VSR Ventures that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others near Baramati
06 March,2026 05:05 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondentAndhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced on Friday that the state will ban social media use for children under 13 within 90 days, while a decision on the 13-16 age group will be taken after arriving at a consensus. The announcement came on the same day Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah declared a social media ban for those under 16
06 March,2026 04:31 PM IST | Amaravati | IANSA white paper by the Centre for Finance & Economics Research at Great Lakes Institute of Management reveals that only 18 per cent of young women aged 20-29 in India are in paid employment compared to nearly 79 per cent of young men, despite near gender parity in higher education
06 March,2026 03:59 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | ANIADVERTISEMENT
Russia is reportedly providing Iran with intelligence on the location of US military forces in the Middle East as the war involving Iran, the United States, and Israel intensifies. According to officials familiar with the matter, the intelligence could include information on US warships, aircraft, radar systems, and communication networks operating across the region. The support may help Iran track American military movements as it launches missile and drone attacks against US bases and other targets.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, joined the British-Indian community in Leicester to celebrate Holi. She visited the Shreeji Dham Haveli Temple, watched Indian dance performances at the Aakash Odedra Company and interacted with locals while enjoying chai at a popular family restaurant
07 March,2026 10:23 AM IST | Leicester | AgenciesIndian domestic airlines cancelled 278 international flights on Friday amid escalating conflict in West Asia, while 96 flights to and from the Middle East were scheduled to operate, the civil aviation ministry said. Air India group suspended scheduled operations to West Asia until March 10
Estimates suggest that between 2,114 and 2,662 people have been killed in Iran since the start of the conflict, with thousands more believed to be injured as airstrikes and missile attacks continue across the country
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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
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-
No matter which side you are on, dialogue is always better than war, skirmishes, or fights
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