The aircraft, a Colombian C-130 Hercules transport aircraft, was carrying 114 passengers and 11 crew members at the time of the incident on Monday, officials said
24 March,2026 11:33 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentTed Chaiban, Deputy Executive Director of UNICEF, described the situation as deeply alarming during a briefing at the United Nations headquarters in New York
24 March,2026 11:31 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentGlobal crude oil prices jumped over 4 per cent on Tuesday despite a temporary pause on US strikes against Iran, with Brent at USD 104 and WTI at USD 92. Prices have surged sharply this month amid geopolitical tensions and supply concerns, while analysts raise 2026 forecasts
24 March,2026 11:20 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentStalin said that on March 11, he had written to the Prime Minister seeking immediate steps, including ensuring the uninterrupted supply of LPG cylinders, rescuing Tamils stranded in Gulf countries, and revising gas supply allocation limits for power stations
24 March,2026 11:20 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe warning said that the citizens must follow the guidance in security alerts issued by the nearest US embassy or consulate
24 March,2026 09:53 AM IST | ANIIn Riyadh and Dammam, all operations are suspended
24 March,2026 09:52 AM IST | ANIBhangire alleged that removing long-standing reservations meant for public welfare could severely impact citizens in the rapidly growing Lohegaon and Viman Nagar areas.
24 March,2026 09:42 AM IST | ANIThe report by the Fars news agency appeared timed to call into question comments by US President Donald Trump, who extended his deadline for Tehran to halt its attacks that have effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf. Trump had threatened to strike Iranian power plants
24 March,2026 09:32 AM IST | APThe statue is a replica of one that was tossed into Baltimore’s harbor in 2020 during Trump’s first term at a time of nationwide protests against institutional racism
24 March,2026 08:17 AM IST | AgenciesLPG tankers Pine Gas and Jag Vasant, sailing close to each other, on Monday afternoon, were near the waters between Iran's Larak and Qeshm islands — possibly to make their identity clear to Iranian authorities before they cross the Strait
24 March,2026 08:13 AM IST | AgenciesHe was arrested from Mandi Gobindgarh in Fatehgarh Sahib district. Bhullar will be produced in a court on Tuesday, said the police
24 March,2026 08:10 AM IST | AgenciesThe PM said that the government has prioritised domestic LPG consumers amid the uncertainty in supply
24 March,2026 08:07 AM IST | AgenciesMokama MLA Anant Kumar Singh received a grand welcome in Patna after his release from Beur Jail. Thousands of supporters celebrated his return, with roadshows planned. Singh denied charges in the Dularchand Yadav murder case, calling the allegations false
23 March,2026 10:40 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondentA brief tension broke out in Kuraoli, Mainpuri, over the venue for Eid namaz after a disagreement among locals. The situation was brought under control following timely intervention by the administration and community leaders, ensuring prayers were held peacefully at the idgah
23 March,2026 07:40 PM IST | Mainpuri | mid-day online correspondentThe Bihar School Examination Board declared Class 12 results for 2026 with a record overall pass percentage of 85.19 per cent, with girls outperforming boys at 86.23 per cent versus 84.09 per cent. Girls dominated the merit list with 19 of 26 toppers being female
23 March,2026 07:22 PM IST | Patna | IANSPriyanka Gandhi Vadra has demanded a discussion in Parliament on the West Asia conflict after PM Narendra Modi addressed the issue in Lok Sabha. The opposition seeks to present its views as concerns grow over India’s energy security, trade routes, and economic impact
23 March,2026 06:28 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentTwo Indian-flagged LPG tankers, Pine Gas and Jag Vasant, are set to cross the Strait of Hormuz after positioning near the Larak-Qeshm Channel for Iranian verification, following the earlier safe passage of MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Devi carrying 92,712 tonnes of LPG
23 March,2026 05:32 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentUS President Donald Trump announced a five-day pause in military operations against Iran after days of escalating conflict following US-Israel strikes. Calling the talks “productive”, Trump signalled possible de-escalation while reaffirming US objectives in the region
23 March,2026 05:32 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondentTraffic movement will be restricted on several key roads in central Delhi due to Navratri celebrations at the Jhandewalan Temple from March 23 to March 27, police said on Monday
23 March,2026 04:04 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said that by Saturday, around 3,500 raids had been carried out nationwide. These operations led to the seizure of more than 1,200 gas cylinders
23 March,2026 03:40 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe Prime Minister also outlined the multifaceted challenges India faces due to the tensions in the Gulf nations; he said that West Asia is also important for India as "approximately one crore Indians live and work in Gulf countries"
23 March,2026 03:09 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
US President Donald Trump said Iran “called” to discuss a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing conflict, claiming that both sides reached major points of agreement. Trump also suggested the United States could share control of the Strait of Hormuz with Iran as part of a broader security arrangement. The US President reiterated that any deal must include zero uranium enrichment and the surrender of Iran’s existing enriched uranium stockpile. Trump also hinted at serious regime change in Iran, citing the elimination of several top officials during the conflict.
When combined, the two produced a formula that allowed a smartphone to detect a fingernail touch
24 March,2026 08:05 AM IST | Austin | AgenciesGregoire beat out prominent conservative contender Rachida Dati, who acknowledged her defeat after partial results were made public
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the “deeply shocking” antisemitic arson attack
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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-
It’s sad that the United States of America is being turned into an object of ridicule in most countries except for India
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