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Opinion

Desire and restraint in Ramayana

Surpanakha is attracted by Ram and wants to be intimate with him, and is surprised at being rejected

09 June,2024 07:57 AM IST | Devdutt Pattanaik
Opinion

Marriage: A stinking corpse

I’m struggling to give you an idea of the film, while giving away the least of the storyline in this preview.

09 June,2024 07:48 AM IST | Meenakshi Shedde
India News

Posters of Narendra Modi put up in Delhi ahead of his swearing-in ceremony

Under Modi's leadership, the NDA is set to form the government at the Centre once again.

09 June,2024 07:47 AM IST | ANI
Opinion

Chalti ka naam Gandhi

But then you walked 4,000 kms. That walk, man, from Kashmir to Kanyakumari… the Bharat Jodo Yatra, was the gamechanger—you literally walked the talk. 

09 June,2024 07:43 AM IST | Rahul da Cunha
India News

Congress will benefit from her efficient leadership: Bhupinder Hooda on Sonia Ga

He said that the Congress Party would continue to benefit from her vast experience.

09 June,2024 07:42 AM IST | ANI
World News

Mad World: Tribals gone wild

Foraging days are fare behind, with access to the internet for the first time porn addiction

09 June,2024 07:39 AM IST | A Correspondent
World News

Shooting leaves 3 dead and 2 injured in South Dakota

Police said they have a suspect in custody. They said there does not appear to be any further danger to the community

09 June,2024 07:39 AM IST | AP
India News

Journalist questioned in 2020 assault case in Bhajanpura

He said the complainant also alleged the trio did "negative reporting" promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion.

09 June,2024 07:36 AM IST | PTI
India News

AAP govt likely to approach SC for permission to process file for DERC pro-tem m

The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) is a three-member body, that includes a chairperson. The posts of two members are lying vacant since last year.

09 June,2024 07:29 AM IST | PTI
Opinion

What a waste of money!

Having spent a huge amount on building the stadium in New York which is going to be dismantled after the tournament, funds could have been given to Associate nations

09 June,2024 03:44 AM IST | Sunil Gavaskar
Opinion

Solo face of courage

What does it mean to be single, female and Indian? A new Hindi anthology challenges the urban, upper class idea of independence

09 June,2024 03:07 AM IST | Sumedha Raikar Mhatre
Opinion

Who won the Cannes red carpet?

A new wave of indie brands powered by the quiet swagger challenged the red carpet’s high-glamour status quo

09 June,2024 03:01 AM IST | Shweta Shiware
Maharashtra: Rains lash Pune city, disrupt road traffic

Maharashtra: Rains lash Pune city, disrupt road traffic

The streets were flooded in some areas, forcing people to walk in waist-deep water

08 June,2024 11:07 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
Lok Sabha election results 'political and moral defeat' of PM Modi: Sonia Gandhi

Lok Sabha election results 'political and moral defeat' of PM Modi: Sonia Gandhi

Addressing the newly elected MPs in the Central Hall of Parliament, Sonia Gandhi said far from taking responsibility for the failure, the prime minister intends to get himself sworn in again on Sunday

08 June,2024 07:37 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Three workers dead, six injured in Delhi's Narela food processing unit fire

Three workers dead, six injured in Delhi's Narela food processing unit fire

he police received a distress call at 3:35 am about the fire at the factory of Shayam Kripa Foods Private Limited, which processed dry moong dal

08 June,2024 07:29 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Cop booked for allegedly sexually harassing woman

Cop booked for allegedly sexually harassing woman

Based on a complaint lodged by the woman, the case was registered against Sub Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) at the Bhandara City police station

08 June,2024 06:15 PM IST | Bhandara | mid-day online correspondent
Pune car crash: Illegal portions of resort owned by juvenile's family razed

Pune car crash: Illegal portions of resort owned by juvenile's family razed

The district officials bulldozed unauthorized constructions in MPG Club owned by the family in the Malkam Peth area of Mahabaleshwar, the official said

08 June,2024 05:41 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
End of 'negative' politics: Akhilesh Yadav on Lok Sabha poll results

End of 'negative' politics: Akhilesh Yadav on Lok Sabha poll results

In the just concluded Lok Sabha elections, the Samajwadi Party won 37 out of 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh, while its ally Congress won 6 seats

08 June,2024 04:20 PM IST | Lucknow | PTI
Narendra Modi set to take oath as PM for 3rd term on Sunday

Narendra Modi set to take oath as PM for 3rd term on Sunday

The government announced on Saturday that leaders of several neighbouring countries, including those from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives and Mauritius, will be attending the swearing-in ceremony

08 June,2024 04:06 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Thunderstorms predicted in parts of Andhra Pradesh till June 12

Thunderstorms predicted in parts of Andhra Pradesh till June 12

Thunderstorms have been predicted for parts of North Coastal Andhra Pradesh (NCAP), Yanam, South Coastal Andhra Pradesh (SCAP) and Rayalaseema

08 June,2024 03:37 PM IST | Amravati | mid-day online correspondent
We thank the people...: Chidambaram lauds Congress, DMK performance

We thank the people...: Chidambaram lauds Congress, DMK performance

Comparing BJP's performance with the INDIA bloc, Chidambaram stressed that the INDIA bloc has performed better in this Lok Sabha polls, whereas, the BJP has faced a big reduction in its numbers from the actual target.

08 June,2024 03:25 PM IST | Chennai | mid-day online correspondent
Gurez Valley: Tourists enjoy snow in J&K’s Bandipora amid intense heatwave

    Gurez Valley: Tourists enjoy snow in J&K’s Bandipora amid intense heatwave

    While Maharashtra and Karnataka are set to welcome the monsoons soon, heat wave conditions are likely to continue in Northwest and East India in the next 4-5 days. J&K’s Bandipora district is experiencing a surge in tourists escaping the summer heat gripping India as tourists flock to the Gurez valley. Gurez valley is a pristine valley surrounded by breathtaking Himalayas giving an amazing view into nature’s beauty. The influx is boosting local employment, particularly for the educated youth, due to the newfound peace and border tourism. Tourists are enjoying valley's beauty, safety, and warm hospitality, encouraging others to experience Kashmir's charm.

    08 June,2024 06:17 PM IST
    Looking forward to doing 'exciting work' in India, says Elon Musk

    Looking forward to doing 'exciting work' in India, says Elon Musk

    PM Modi will be administered the oath of office on June 9, his third consecutive term as Prime Minister

    08 June,2024 03:09 PM IST | New York | mid-day online correspondent

    Former astronaut William Anders died in Washington plane crash

    'The family is devastated,' Greg Anders said. 'He was a great pilot and we will miss him terribly.'

    08 June,2024 08:29 AM IST | Seattle | AP

    US President Biden apologises to Zelenskyy over delay in passing aid package

    Biden's apology came while he was announcing a new aid package for Ukraine in a bilateral meeting with Zelensky on Friday.

    08 June,2024 08:25 AM IST | Washington | ANI
    Elderly man beaten to death over parking issue in Jaipur

    Elderly man beaten to death over parking issue in Jaipur

    According to police, Gopal Khandelwal had a dispute with his neighbour Prabhu Thakaria over car parking in Shanti Colony on Thursday night

    01 June,2024 05:59 AM IST | Jaipur | PTI

    Ayushman Bharat Diwas: Here's all you may need to know about healthcare scheme

    Ayushman Bharat Scheme is one of the revolutionary healthcare programmes in recent times

    23 April,2024 10:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Ram Navami 2024: Greetings, wishes and messages to share with family, friends

    On the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami, here are some heartfelt greetings, wishes and messages to share with your family and friends

    16 April,2024 07:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Let’s start worrying about fires BEFORE they start

    Let’s start worrying about fires BEFORE they start

    They have been given 30 days to rectify the identified deficiencies failing which they will face further action, the news agency said.

    07 June,2024 06:51 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    04 June,2024 06:52 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y Gopinath
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