The Supreme Court said it will pass effective and enforceable orders to tackle worsening air pollution in Delhi-NCR. A three-judge bench will hear the matter on Wednesday amid concerns over poor implementation of preventive measures and severe AQI levels
15 December,2025 06:39 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentTwo trucks carrying chemicals and plastic granules were gutted in a fire near Indore on the Agra-Mumbai national highway, disrupting traffic but causing no injuries. The fire broke out near Manpur town, some 50 kilometres from the district headquarters, Deputy Superintendent of Police Umakant Choudhary
15 December,2025 06:21 PM IST | PTIThe deportation of Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra from Thailand to India is nearing completion, with only a final Bangkok court procedure remaining, sources said. Indian authorities have furnished all required documentation to the Thai side, including the necessary Emergency Certificates (ECs) issued after the brothers' passports were cancelled
15 December,2025 06:19 PM IST | ANIUrban and rural areas of Pakistan’s major cities, Islamabad and Karachi, are facing a severe garbage crisis due to irregular waste collection, failed contracts and inadequate infrastructure. Streets, roads, and open spaces across urban and rural areas are littered with garbage, leaving residents exposed to foul odours, dust, and toxic air
15 December,2025 06:19 PM IST | ANISaurabh and Gaurav Luthra will be taken into custody by the Goa Police immediately upon their arrival in Delhi from Thailand where they were detained, officials said
15 December,2025 05:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe government faced sharp opposition during the Parliament Winter Session over a bill seeking to repeal MGNREGA and replace it with a new rural employment law under Viksit Bharat 2047. Opposition leaders questioned the removal of Mahatma Gandhi’s name from the scheme
15 December,2025 04:46 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentSeveral cities in Rajasthan woke up to thick fog on Monday, reducing visibility, while air quality across the state remained largely moderate, with some areas reporting poor to severe AQI levels. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Dholpur recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 184 in the morning, placing it in the 'moderate'
15 December,2025 03:57 PM IST | ANINewly appointed BJP national working president and Bihar PWD minister Nitin Nabin termed his elevation a blessing of the party, praised PM Narendra Modi’s leadership, credited BJP for empowering grassroots workers, and pledged to carry forward his father’s legacy
15 December,2025 03:10 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentSpeaking to the media ahead of the National Cabinet meeting scheduled for 4 pm local time, Albanese said stricter gun controls—including limits on the number of firearms licensed to individuals and periodic reviews of licences—would be placed on the agenda
15 December,2025 03:03 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentTwo young men from Punjab were allegedly shot dead in Canada’s Edmonton, with families suspecting the attack may be a case of mistaken identity. The victims were identified as 27-year-old Gurdeep Singh from Barre village and 19-year-old Ranvir Singh from Uddat Saidewala village
15 December,2025 02:34 PM IST | PTIDelhi court has granted the CBI additional time to file verification reports in the alleged land-for-job corruption case involving RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family, deferring the hearing on framing of charges to December 19
15 December,2025 02:22 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Delhi High Court, on December 10, questioned the central government for not taking timely action to check the crisis caused by IndiGo flight cancellations and asked why the situation was allowed to precipitate, with lakhs of passengers stranded and other airlines charging hefty fares
15 December,2025 01:39 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentA Delhi court has allowed the CBI additional time to file verification reports in the alleged land-for-job scam involving RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family. The court is examining whether charges are to be framed under Sections 120B, 420, 467, 468, and 471 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), along with provisions of Prevention of Corruption
15 December,2025 12:51 PM IST | New Delhi | IANSKarnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar said party matters would be discussed internally as he met senior Congress leaders amid leadership speculation. When further asked whether this was important at this juncture, Shivakumar replied, “Don’t worry"
15 December,2025 12:36 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | IANSUnion Minister Kiren Rijiju asked Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge to apologise in Parliament for Congress workers’ alleged threats against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The parliamentary affairs minister said the workers and leaders of the Congress and the BJP are political rivals, not enemies
15 December,2025 12:05 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | PTIA 21-year-old man was killed after being trampled by a herd of elephants in Jharkhand’s Latehar district while he stepped out of his house at night. The incident occurred at Bhaisadon village under Balumath Police Station limits on Sunday night when Aryan Lohra went outside his home to relieve himself, he said
15 December,2025 11:53 AM IST | Latehar (Jharkhand) | PTIExternal Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke to Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, expressing condolences and extending India’s fullest support after the deadly Bondi Beach terror attack. The attack is now being described as the deadliest mass shooting in Australia in nearly three decades, in a country known for its strict gun control laws.
15 December,2025 11:36 AM IST | New Delhi | IANSPrime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman is aimed at strengthening trade, investment and strategic partnerships across West Asia and Africa. Last week, the Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, approved the proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and Oman, aimed at deepening trade and investment relations
15 December,2025 11:34 AM IST | New Delhi [India] | IANSCongress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said these plans are essentially reactive, with the emphasis being on crisis management and not crisis avoidance
15 December,2025 11:13 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe airport operator said it is working closely with all stakeholders to minimise inconvenience and advised passengers to stay in touch with their respective airlines for the latest flight updates
15 December,2025 10:46 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a dense fog warning for the morning and forenoon hours, with such conditions reported from the Safdarjung observatory
15 December,2025 09:19 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
A deadly Islamic State (ISIS) attack has struck U.S. forces stationed in central Syria, killing three Americans and injuring several others in a volatile region near Palmyra, according to U.S. Central Command. Officials confirm that two U.S. service members and one civilian interpreter were killed when a lone ISIS gunman opened fire on a military post operating outside full Syrian government control. Three additional U.S. soldiers were wounded in the assault and were airlifted to the Al Tanf garrison. Trump has strongly condemned the attack, calling it an act of ISIS terrorism and vowing "very serious retaliation" against those responsible. WATCH
New South Wales Health Minister Ryan Park said the death toll had risen from 12 to 16 overnight, including a 12-year-old child; three other children are being treated in hospital
15 December,2025 08:15 AM IST | Sydney | APThe ship, called the Cenk T, was reportedly carrying food supplies (fruit, vegetables, and other consumables), and not any military equipment. According to sources, another two Turkish ships were also hit and damaged
Images of smashed bottles and the animal splayed out next to the toilet went viral last week — but the woman who found him has revealed the raccoon has form
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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-
With polls round the corner, the disconnect between raja and praja is stark. While politicians talk bird parks, golf courses, world-class projects, Mumbaikars want good roads, clean air, and safe commutes
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