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India has jabbed Pakistan straight in its heart: Robinder Sachdev

Sachdev outlined the strategic significance of the strike, emphasised India's firm security posture, and welcomed the move to engage international stakeholders through unified political outreach

17 May,2025 06:22 PM IST | ANI
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Two brothers held for extortion bid in Delhi's Punjabi Bagh

Two brothers from the Punjabi Bagh area in West Delhi have been arrested for allegedly attempting to extort money from a friend by sending him a threatening letter, accompanied by two empty bullet cartridges, according to police statements filed on Saturday

17 May,2025 05:14 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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India willing to cut 100 per cent tariffs; trade deal with New Delhi soon: Trump

Against the backdrop of the US President's repeated claim of India offering to drop all tariffs on American goods, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday said that "any trade deal has to be mutually beneficial"

17 May,2025 05:08 PM IST | PTI
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Nagaland government appeals to trade bodies to call off shutdown

The trade bodies are demanding that the state government nominate representatives from District Chamber of Commerce and Industries into all Urban Local Bodies, particularly town councils

17 May,2025 04:18 PM IST | PTI
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Youth should value Christian institutions’ impact on India: Derek O'Brien

Senior Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien on Saturday highlighted contributions of Christian-run health institutions in the country, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and called upon the youth to focus on the positive role the community plays in nation building, especially in the sectors of health and education

17 May,2025 04:13 PM IST | PTI
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BJP's CR Kesavan slams Congress MLA Manjunath for undermining Armed Forces

CR Keshavan, National Spokesperson of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday condemned Kothur Manjunath, Karnataka congress MLA for his reported remarks questioning the authenticity of Operation Sindoor, calling an attempt to ‘defame, discredit and deplorably attack’ the Indian armed forces

17 May,2025 02:12 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Ashish Shelar visits Andaman’s Cellular Jail, pays tribute to Veer Savarkar

Shelar later met with the Chief Secretary of the union territory, Chandra Bhushan Kumar, requesting his cooperation to build a memorial of Veer Savarkar in Andaman Nicobar Islands

17 May,2025 01:40 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Study warns of chemical pollution threat to endangered Gangetic dolphins

The Gangetic dolphin population has dropped by over 50 per cent since 1957, and their habitat range has decreased by nearly 25 per cent, despite their status as India’s national aquatic animal

17 May,2025 01:26 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Congress shortlists MPs for delegation on Op Sindoor; Tharoor left out

The Minister, Kire Rijiju, however, named Tharoor in the list of 7 MPs who would represent India at world forums, where they would brief world leaders on Operation Sindoor

17 May,2025 12:43 PM IST | ANI
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Multiple shops gutted as massive fire breaks out in Maharashtra’s Washim

Visuals from the scene depict dense plumes of smoke rising from the fire-engulfed buildings, while the exact cause of the blaze remains unknown at this time

17 May,2025 12:39 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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India to send seven all-party teams to key nations with anti-terror message

BJP MPs Ravi Shankar Prasad and Baijayant Panda, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, JD(U) MP Sanjay Jha, DMK's Kanimozhi, NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule, and Shiv Sena's Shrikant Shinde will be heading a delegation each

17 May,2025 11:19 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Mid-Day Top News: Visually impaired girl tops school in SSC exams and more

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

17 May,2025 10:16 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Uttar Pradesh: Cow smuggler injured in police encounter in Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh: Cow smuggler injured in police encounter in Lucknow

The injured accused has been identified as Shoaib. "More than 8 FIRs are registered against him," an official stated, adding that the two other individuals accompanying Shoaib in the car managed to escape

17 May,2025 09:53 AM IST | Lucknow | ANI
Seven militants arrested in Manipur

Seven militants arrested in Manipur

Two militants belonging to the KCP (PWG) and involved in extortion activities were arrested in Imphal East district on Friday

17 May,2025 09:52 AM IST | Imphal | PTI
IMD forecasts rainfall, thunderstorms across several parts of India

IMD forecasts rainfall, thunderstorms across several parts of India

In eastern India, especially in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh, the weather is set to remain hot and humid

17 May,2025 09:11 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
After denials, Pakistan PM admits India's missiles hit Nur Khan Airbase

After denials, Pakistan PM admits India's missiles hit Nur Khan Airbase

Sharif said Army Chief General Asim Munir called him around 2:30 am to report the strikes. Sharif mentioned the use of local technology and Chinese jets by Pakistan's Air Force, but confirmed that India's missiles hit their targets

17 May,2025 09:08 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Protesting teachers, police clash outside West Bengal Education Department HQ

Protesting teachers, police clash outside West Bengal Education Department HQ

Many teachers, including several women, were injured in police action, which persisted for over an hour, eyewitnesses said

17 May,2025 08:51 AM IST | Kolkata | Agencies
Traders, varsities boycott Turkiye over support to Pakistan

Traders, varsities boycott Turkiye over support to Pakistan

Turkish apples are also off the shelves in Alwar’s fruit markets as traders in Rajasthan joined the chorus to boycott products. Earlier, marble traders in Ajmer had refused to import stones from Turkiye

17 May,2025 08:48 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Will pursue confidence building measures: Indian Army

Will pursue confidence building measures: Indian Army

The remarks by the Indian Army came hours after Islamabad said the India-Pakistan arrangement on stopping the military actions has been extended till May 18

16 May,2025 10:06 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Operation Sindoor shows PM Modi's strong political will: Amit Shah

Operation Sindoor shows PM Modi's strong political will: Amit Shah

On May 7, as part of the strategic and high-precision Operation Sindoor, India launched targeted strikes on terrorist camps located in both Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. These operations were carried out in direct retaliation to the deadly terrorist attack that took place in Pahalgam on April 22

16 May,2025 10:04 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Delhi CM appreciates decision to boycott Turkish apples

Delhi CM appreciates decision to boycott Turkish apples

Speaking to reporters during her visit to Azadpur Mandi, the Delhi CM expressed her gratitude to the local traders for their decision to stop importing apples from Turkey. She commended the move, describing it as a powerful and appropriate response to any country that acts against India’s national interests

16 May,2025 06:01 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
SSC Scam: Violent protest in Kolkata against Mamata government

    SSC Scam: Violent protest in Kolkata against Mamata government

    Pressure is mounting on the Mamata Banerjee Government as protests over SSC Recruitment scam intensify. Supreme Court struck down the SSC recruitment process, calling it “tainted from start to finish’. 26,000 teachers have lost jobs in one of the largest recruitment scams in West Bengal’s history. Following the verdict, mass protests erupted outside Bikash Bhavan in Kolkata’s Salt Lake area. The protests turned violent as police resorted to lathi-charge to disperse the crowd. 

    16 May,2025 09:37 PM IST
    Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie on stage sentenced to 25 years in prison

    Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie on stage sentenced to 25 years in prison

    Matar next faces a federal trial on terrorism-related charges. While the first trial focused mostly on the details of the knife attack itself, the next one is expected to delve into the more complicated issue of motive

    17 May,2025 09:14 AM IST | Mayville | AP | PTI

    Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to resume quick deportations of Venezuelans

    The case will now go back to the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which declined to intervene in April. President Donald Trump quickly voiced his displeasure

    17 May,2025 09:12 AM IST | Washington | AP | PTI

    Israel expands operations in Gaza to dismantle Hamas, free hostages

    Earlier, the IDF carried out targeted airstrikes on Houthi-controlled infrastructure in Yemen's Hudaydah and Salif ports, claiming the facilities were being used to transfer weapons

    17 May,2025 09:08 AM IST | Tel Aviv | 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
    A more palatable way of viewing food

    A more palatable way of viewing food

    Thinking about the act of eating as primarily nourishing has altered my relationship with nutrition and my body. This, coupled with daily high-intensity walks, has worked wonders for my mental well-being

    16 May,2025 06:42 AM IST | Mumbai | Rosalyn D'mello
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