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Man killed over love triangle in Nagpur; 3 held, minor detained

The primary investigations revealed that the deceased and one of the suspect were in a relationship with a same girl and the accused, with his friend's help killed the victim, police said

16 June,2025 09:32 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Cambodia threatens trade action amidst border row with Thailand

Cambodia has threatened to stop importing Thai fruits and vegetables if Thailand doesn't lift border restrictions imposed after a deadly clash last month. On May 28, a Cambodian soldier was killed in a disputed "no man's land" area that both nations claim, an incident for which each side blames the other, further escalating tensions

16 June,2025 09:17 PM IST | PTI
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Mallikarjun Kharge alleges cuts in MGNREGA; calls it 'constitutional crime'

The Congress President shared a media report on X claiming that for the first time, the government has capped spending under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) at 60 per cent of its annual allocation for the initial half of financial year 2025-26

16 June,2025 09:17 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Israel condemns 'outrageous' black walls at Paris air show

Israel's Ministry of Defence has strongly criticised the Paris Air Show organisers for putting up black walls around its defence pavilions overnight, effectively isolating their exhibits. Calling the move "outrageous and unprecedented," Israel demanded an immediate reversal

16 June,2025 09:16 PM IST | PTI
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BJP ousted from Mizoram's Chakma council as ZPM takes control

In a special session of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), the BJP-led executive committee under Molin Kumar Chakma was voted out through a successful no-confidence motion. Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) member Doymoy Daveng Chakma initiated the motion, arguing Molin no longer had the majority's confidence

16 June,2025 09:15 PM IST | PTI
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Mehbooba urges MEA to ensure safe return of stranded Indian students in Iran

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti is pushing the MEA to quickly bring back Indian students stranded in Iran. With tensions rising between Tehran and Tel Aviv, families of these students, many from Kashmir, are urging PM Modi for an evacuation like the one during the Russia-Ukraine War

16 June,2025 09:15 PM IST | PTI
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Faster UPI transactions mandated by NPCI

Get ready for faster UPI payments! from Monday, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is making all UPI transactions, including money transfers and status checks, much quicker, aiming for completion in just 10 seconds. UPI, remember, is India's popular real-time mobile payment system

16 June,2025 09:14 PM IST | PTI
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J&K LG Manoj Sinha vows complete eradication of terrorism

Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, declared that eradicating terrorism is his administration's top priority, granting security forces full authority to tackle both terrorists and their support networks

16 June,2025 09:12 PM IST | PTI
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West Bengal assembly rocked by BJP walkout over education crisis

BJP politicians in the West Bengal Assembly walked out in protest. This happened after the Speaker, Biman Banerjee, wouldn't allow them to discuss the problems with the state's school education system. The BJP wanted to talk about how the Supreme Court recently cancelled almost 26,000 school jobs due to unfair practices

16 June,2025 09:12 PM IST | PTI
World News

34 Palestinians killed in new shootings near food distribution centres, medics say

Deir al-Balah (Gaza Strip), Jun 16 (AP) At least 34 Palestinians were killed Monday in new shootings on the roads leading to Israeli-and US-supported food distribution centres in the Gaza Strip, the local Health Ministry said.

16 June,2025 09:11 PM IST | PTI
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Ahmedabad plane crash: Former CM Vijay Rupani accorded state honours

Ahmedabad plane crash: Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, has saddened the entire state. The state government accorded him a solemn and dignified farewell, honouring his legacy and distinguished service to public life with utmost respect

16 June,2025 08:23 PM IST | Madhulika Ram Kavattur
India News

PM Modi honoured with Cyprus' top civilian honour

Nicosia, Jun 16 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Monday conferred with the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III of Cyprus, the country's highest civilian honour.

16 June,2025 08:20 PM IST | PTI
Delhi-bound Air India flight returns to Hong Kong; pilot suspects glitch

Delhi-bound Air India flight returns to Hong Kong; pilot suspects glitch

A Delhi-bound Air India bound flight from Hong Kong returned to its airport of origin on Monday after the pilot in command suspected a technical issue, according to sources. The flight has landed safely in Hong Kong

16 June,2025 08:14 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Pune Bridge Collapse: Opposition demands inquiry and accountability

Pune Bridge Collapse: Opposition demands inquiry and accountability

Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal is demanding a high-level inquiry into the recent Pune bridge collapse that killed four people. He questioned why the bridge remained open if it was unsafe, especially since the government claims funds for a new bridge were approved a year ago but it was never built

16 June,2025 06:50 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Over 190 ambulances, helpdesk for Ahmedabad plane crash victims' families

Over 190 ambulances, helpdesk for Ahmedabad plane crash victims' families

Under the state’s direction, a dedicated team has been assigned to each victim’s family to manage everything from identification to transport of the body. It includes health workers, police personnel, senior officers, and professional counsellors, an official statement said

16 June,2025 06:00 PM IST | Mumbai | Madhulika Ram Kavattur
Fire in Daund-Pune shuttle train; no injuries reported

Fire in Daund-Pune shuttle train; no injuries reported

A minor fire broke out in the lavatory of the moving Daund-Pune shuttle train on Monday morning, causing panic among passengers, police said. The blaze was quickly doused and no one was injured in the incident which occurred near Yevat in Pune district at around 8 am, an official from Daund railway police station said.

16 June,2025 05:47 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
Rapido rider caught slapping woman passenger on camera in Bengaluru

Rapido rider caught slapping woman passenger on camera in Bengaluru

The incident occurred on Saturday when the woman, who works as a saleswoman at a jewellery shop in Jayanagar, was en route to her workplace, they said. Owing to his alleged rash driving, she got off mid-ride and confronted him, leading to a heated argument between them. The woman reportedly also refused to pay the fare and return the helmet

16 June,2025 05:45 PM IST | Bengaluru | PTI
Nationwide census to kick fff in 2026-27, featuring digital data collection

Nationwide census to kick fff in 2026-27, featuring digital data collection

India will conduct its 16th national census in 2027, marking the first time caste enumeration will be included since 2011. The census will officially commence on March 1, 2027, for most of the country, while snow-bound regions like Ladakh and parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand will begin earlier

16 June,2025 05:37 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Ahmedabad plane crash: 99 victims identified through DNA, 64 bodies handed over

Ahmedabad plane crash: 99 victims identified through DNA, 64 bodies handed over

Four days after the horrific Ahmedabad plane crash which claimed 274 lives, 99 victims have so far been identified through DNA matching and 64 bodies. It has also been reported that authorities are carrying out DNA tests to establish the identity of the victims, as many bodies were charred beyond recognition or damaged.

16 June,2025 05:27 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondent
Embassy monitoring situation engaging Indian students to ensure safety: MEA

Embassy monitoring situation engaging Indian students to ensure safety: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs' (MEA) statement said, "The Indian Embassy in Tehran is continuously monitoring the security situation and engaging Indian students in Iran to ensure their safety"

16 June,2025 05:13 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Air India Crash: 99 identified, 64 bodies released as DNA matching continues

Air India Crash: 99 identified, 64 bodies released as DNA matching continues

The tragic Air India plane crash that killed 270 people, 99 victims have been identified using DNA, and 64 bodies released to their families. Officials at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital confirmed they collected samples from 250 victims, including those on the plane and people on the ground, for identification

16 June,2025 04:26 PM IST | Ahmedabad | PTI
Middle-East's AIR RAID CHAOS: Iran Attacks Central Israel — Real War Begins?

    Middle-East's AIR RAID CHAOS: Iran Attacks Central Israel — Real War Begins?

    Panic gripped Jerusalem and Tel Aviv as air raid sirens blared across central Israel amid a massive Iranian missile barrage. Israel was placed on Red Alert, forcing residents into bomb shelters as explosions lit up the night sky. The fresh assault marks another escalation in the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, raising fears of a broader regional war.

    16 June,2025 10:13 PM IST
    Trump directs ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities, undeterred by

    Trump directs ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities, undeterred by

    The Trump administration has directed immigration officers to pause arrests at farms, restaurants and hotels, after Trump expressed alarm about the impact aggressive enforcement is having on those industries, according to a US official familiar with the matter who spoke only on the condition of anonymity

    16 June,2025 04:11 PM IST | Washington | AP

    PIO man dies after assault by Aussie cops

    Gaurav Kundi, 42, from Modbury North in Adelaide, died on Thursday after he was hospitalised for an “unrecoverable” brain injury.

    16 June,2025 01:40 PM IST | Melbourne | Agencies

    Iran launches fresh missile barrage on Israel; at least 3 killed

    Iran launched a new wave of missile attacks on Israel early Monday. Iran announced it had launched some 100 missiles and vowed further retaliation for the surprise attack on its nuclear programme and military leadership that Israel began last Friday.

    16 June,2025 11:05 AM IST | Tel Aviv | AP
    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
    Of fathers, sons, and inner worlds

    Of fathers, sons, and inner worlds

    A groundbreaking book traces Indian men’s uneasy ties with the home, through figures like Ambedkar, Gandhi, and Premchand

    15 June,2025 07:17 AM IST | Mumbai | Sumedha Raikar Mhatre
    15 June,2025 06:58 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha
    15 June,2025 06:56 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel
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