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Assam floods claim 11 lives, impact over 5.15 lakh across 22 districts

The Brahmaputra River, along with Barak and several of their tributaries, are flowing above danger levels at multiple locations, including Neamatighat, Tezpur, Badatighat, Numaligarh, Kampur, Fulertal, and Sribhumi, among others

03 June,2025 12:00 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Nifty, Sensex open flat amid global uncertainty on fiscal worries in US

Market experts noted that global stock markets are facing a cloud of uncertainty due to ongoing tariff tensions, renewed geopolitical concerns such as the Russia-Ukraine situation, and fiscal challenges in the United States

03 June,2025 11:30 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Punjab man held for spying for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor; linked to ISI

While arresting the alleged spy for Pakistan, police also recovered a mobile phone containing information, which he shared with the Pakistani Intelligence Operatives (PIOs). The the investigations revealed that the accused shared classified details, such as troop deployments and strategic locations, thereby posing a threat to national security

03 June,2025 11:05 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Mid-Day Top News: Fruit seller’s son from Vashi tops SSC exam with 91.40 pc

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

03 June,2025 10:00 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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NEET-PG 2025 postponed; exam to be held in single shift as per SC order

In compliance with the court's order, the NBEMS stated that NEET-PG 2025, initially scheduled for June 15, will now be held at a later date to allow for logistical adjustments

03 June,2025 07:59 AM IST | ANI
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Israeli forces open fire a kilometre away from Gaza aid site, killing 3

The shooting occurred at the same location where witnesses say Israeli forces fired a day earlier on crowds heading toward the aid hub in southern Gaza run by the Israeli and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

03 June,2025 07:53 AM IST | AP
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Jaishankar, Paraguay Foreign Minister sign MoU to establish JCM

Paraguay's President is on a three-day visit to India. He is accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Ministers, senior officials and business representatives. President Pena will also visit Mumbai

03 June,2025 07:50 AM IST | ANI
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Supriya Sule reflects on Pahalgam attack during Cairo speech

At the time, Sule noted, she and several parliamentarians, including BJP leader Anurag Thakur and Congress MP Manish Tewari, were engaged in a high-level meeting in Delhi, discussing the possibility of implementing "One Nation, One Election", a proposal to synchronise national and state elections across the country

03 June,2025 07:47 AM IST | ANI
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Earthquake of 5.8 magnitude hits Turkey’s Mediterranean coast; seven injured

Marmaris' governor, Idris Akbiyik, told the station that seven people were being treated for injuries after jumping from windows or balconies in panic, but there was no immediate report of any serious damage

03 June,2025 07:44 AM IST | AP
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Delegation led by Shrikant Shinde meets Liberian Senate leader

Shinde also raised Pakistan's alleged role in supporting terrorism and referred to India's past requests to have Pakistan placed under the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list

03 June,2025 07:40 AM IST | ANI
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Retired sumo great Hakuho to leave sport after controversy over stable closure

The Mongolian-born Hakuho won a record 45 tournaments before retiring in 2021 to coach wrestlers, but his stable was indefinitely shuttered in April last year when one of his proteges was accused of bullying

03 June,2025 07:38 AM IST | Agencies
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UK boosts defense budget with new nuclear attack subs and European-ready army

The government was set to respond on Monday to a strategic defence review commissioned by Starmer and led by George Robertson, a former UK defence secretary and NATO secretary general

03 June,2025 07:33 AM IST | Agencies
India, US working together on proposed trade: Piyush Goyal

India, US working together on proposed trade: Piyush Goyal

In February, US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced plans to negotiate the first tranche of a mutually beneficial, multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) by fall (September-October) of 2025

03 June,2025 07:18 AM IST | Paris | Agencies
Tamil Nadu: Anna University sexual assault accused gets life sentence

Tamil Nadu: Anna University sexual assault accused gets life sentence

The judge, while convicting Gnanasekaran, said that he sought a lenient sentence claiming he was the sole breadwinner of the family and prosecution objected to it while seeking maximum punishment

03 June,2025 07:14 AM IST | Chennai | Agencies
Sikkim: Three army personnel dead, six soldiers missing after landslide

Sikkim: Three army personnel dead, six soldiers missing after landslide

The evacuation from Lachung began Monday morning with coordinated effort from the local administration and police, Army, BRO, ITBP, Forest Department, Lachung Dzumsa, TAAS, SHRA, Drivers’ Associations, other tourism stakeholders and locals

03 June,2025 07:12 AM IST | Gangtok | Agencies
Sikkim landslides: 1,678 tourists evacuated, 100 more remain stranded

Sikkim landslides: 1,678 tourists evacuated, 100 more remain stranded

Three army personnel died and six soldiers went missing after a landslide hit a military camp at Chhaten in Sikkim. The incident, which occurred at 7 pm on Sunday near Lachen town in Mangan district, was triggered by heavy rainfall in the area

02 June,2025 10:02 PM IST | Gangtok | mid-day online correspondent
Delhi court initiates action against woman for concealing divorce settlement

Delhi court initiates action against woman for concealing divorce settlement

A Delhi court has initiated criminal proceedings against a woman for allegedly concealing that she had received rs10 lakh as part of a divorce settlement. The case, heard by Judicial Magistrate Anam Rais Khan, stemmed from a criminal complaint filed by the woman herself. The court noted that any misuse of laws must be addressed firmly

02 June,2025 09:28 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Paraguay President Santiago Peña Palacios holds talks with PM Modi

Paraguay President Santiago Peña Palacios holds talks with PM Modi

PM Modi and President Peña held comprehensive talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, covering bilateral ties including trade, investment, health, pharmaceuticals, and people-to-people links

02 June,2025 08:56 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Farmers in tremendous distress due to rains but govt not helping them: Thorat

Farmers in tremendous distress due to rains but govt not helping them: Thorat

Addressing a press conference Senior Congress Leader Balasaheb Thorat asserted that the state government should provide a financial aid of Rs 50,000 per hectare to aid the losses of farmers, instead of waiting for the ‘punchnama’ (loss assessments)

02 June,2025 07:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
 Pakistan launches diplomatic outreach amid tensions with India

Pakistan launches diplomatic outreach amid tensions with India

Pakistan unveiled details of its global diplomatic push aimed at seeking international support following the recent conflict with India and emphasising the need for dialogue to resolve bilateral issues. The outreach involves two separate delegations travelling in different directions to garner global backing for Pakistan’s stance

02 June,2025 06:30 PM IST | Islamabad | mid-day online correspondent
Congress eyes redemption strategy for Madhya Pradesh during Rahul Gandhi's visit

Congress eyes redemption strategy for Madhya Pradesh during Rahul Gandhi's visit

A similar initiative was undertaken by the Congress in Gujarat, another state where the party’s organisation is in disarray, much like in Madhya Pradesh. Except for a brief 15-month stint between December 2018 and March 2020 under Chief Minister Kamal Nath, the Congress has remained out of power in Madhya Pradesh since 2003

02 June,2025 06:17 PM IST | Bhopal | mid-day online correspondent
Magnus Carlsen applauds Gukesh’s play in post-match remarks

    Magnus Carlsen applauds Gukesh’s play in post-match remarks

    After his victory over Gukesh, Magnus Carlsen shared his thoughts, describing it as a "normal day" despite the win. The chess champion remained humble, admitting that his moves weren’t particularly special. He also praised Gukesh’s performance, saying, "He played really well — it just wasn’t my day, but he was good," acknowledging the young player’s strong showing on the board. Watch video.

    03 June,2025 10:10 AM IST
    South Koreans vote for new president in wake of Yoon's ouster over martial law

    South Koreans vote for new president in wake of Yoon's ouster over martial law

    He previously served as governor of South Korea’s most populous Gyeonggi province and mayor of Seongnam city, near Seoul

    03 June,2025 07:29 AM IST | Seoul | Agencies

    Ukraine, Russia meet in Turkey for second round of direct peace talks

    The Ukrainian delegation was led by Defence Minister Rustem Umerov while the Russian delegation was headed by Vladimir Medinsky, an aide to Russian leader Vladimir Putin

    03 June,2025 07:26 AM IST | Istanbul | Agencies

    US: Eight injured as man sets people ablaze; one arrested

    The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, was booked into the Boulder County jail north of Denver and expected to face charges in connection with the attack the FBI was investigating as a terrorist act

    03 June,2025 07:22 AM IST | Boulder | Agencies
    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
    Three Muslim writers and a colonel

    Three Muslim writers and a colonel

    The heterogeneity of India’s largest minority appears unfathomable to those who laud Col Sofiya Qureshi but have stayed mum on the recent achievements of two authors and seek to silence a dissenter

    02 June,2025 06:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Ajaz Ashraf
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