Israeli media outlet Yedioth Ahronoth, cited by Arab News, reported that Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is prepared to negotiate with the US, following a conversation between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US intermediary Steve Witkoff
24 March,2026 02:54 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIndian Railways has revised its ticket cancellation refund rules to curb black marketing by touts, with the new rules coming into effect in phases between April 1 and April 15, 2026. Under the revised system, cancellations more than 72 hours before departure attract only a flat charge
24 March,2026 02:54 PM IST | IANSAmazon said its AWS cloud region in Bahrain was disrupted due to drone activity linked to ongoing Middle East tensions, marking the second such incident in a month
24 March,2026 02:40 PM IST | ANIMeanwhile, districts including Dhule, Nandurbar, Jalgaon, Nasik, Pune, Satara, Sangli, and Hingoli have received rain warnings, with light rain to thundershowers expected
24 March,2026 02:36 PM ISTThe Indian rupee fell 20 paise to 93.73 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday. Despite a five-day pause in potential US strikes on Iran, uncertainty over negotiations and heavy foreign fund outflows kept the currency under pressure
24 March,2026 02:29 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPresenting the budget in the Assembly, Gupta said Delhi is witnessing accelerated progress under a “triple engine” governance model. She stressed that the city is undergoing a transition phase and noted that past policies, particularly a reliance on subsidies
24 March,2026 02:07 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe tragic blaze occurred on December 6 at the nightclub in Goa, resulting in 25 fatalities and leaving several others injured. The incident triggered widespread outrage and prompted a detailed investigation into safety lapses
24 March,2026 01:57 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentImran Khan alleged that the courts were targeting his wife in an attempt to exert pressure on him, claiming that despite repeated legal appeals, justice had not been served
24 March,2026 01:39 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe review comes as the West Asia conflict enters its fourth week, significantly impacting global trade routes, particularly through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz
24 March,2026 01:30 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentChaturvedi expressed concern over what she described as a delayed response from the Prime Minister, noting that his address to the Lok Sabha came weeks after tensions began escalating
24 March,2026 01:16 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentA powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Tonga in the South Pacific, prompting authorities to advise coastal evacuations as a precaution. The quake, centred about 153 km west of Neiafu at a depth of 237 km, caused strong shaking but no immediate reports of damage
24 March,2026 01:01 PM IST | APGlobal 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 12:20 PM 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 | Chennai | mid-day online correspondentIn Riyadh and Dammam, all operations are suspended
24 March,2026 09:52 AM IST | New Delhi | 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 | Pune | 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 | Dubai | APLPG 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 | New Delhi | 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 | Chandigarh | AgenciesThe PM said that the government has prioritised domestic LPG consumers amid the uncertainty in supply
24 March,2026 08:07 AM IST | New Delhi | 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 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.
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 | Bogota | 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
The warning said that the citizens must follow the guidance in security alerts issued by the nearest US embassy or consulate
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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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