Four senior students, including two former ones, were arrested for allegedly abducting a 19-year-old college student from near his hostel in BTM Layout, Bengaluru. The accused demanded a ransom of Rs 50,000, but police intervened swiftly and rescued the victim within four hours. An investigation is underway
14 April,2026 09:06 AM IST | AgenciesA new study analysing 40 years of wildlife trade data has found that such practices significantly increase the risk of pathogen transmission between animals and humans. Researchers noted that wild mammals are 1.5 times more likely to share infectious agents with humans, with illegal wildlife trade further heightening the threat
14 April,2026 09:02 AM IST | AgenciesA woman Maoist carrying a reward of Rs 5 lakh was killed in an encounter with security forces in Kanker district of Chhattisgarh. The deceased, identified as Rupi, was an area committee member and is believed to be among the last senior Telugu cadres active in the Bastar region
14 April,2026 08:59 AM IST | AgenciesHungarian opposition leader Peter Magyar has claimed victory in the parliamentary elections, with his Tisza party securing a decisive majority of 138 seats in the 199-member parliament. Prime Minister Viktor Orban conceded defeat, marking a major political shift and the end of Fidesz’s 16-year rule in Hungary
14 April,2026 08:56 AM IST | AgenciesUttarakhand Police conducted a full-scale security rehearsal in Dehradun ahead of Narendra Modi’s visit, reviewing protocols, traffic, and crowd control, with strict checks and a drone ban in place
14 April,2026 08:56 AM IST | ANIThe United States Navy has deployed 15 ships, including USS Abraham Lincoln, amid rising tensions with Iran, as Donald Trump signals a possible maritime blockade following failed talks
14 April,2026 08:54 AM IST | ANIRevanth Reddy criticised Narendra Modi over delimitation and the Women’s Reservation Bill, alleging political misuse and calling for wider consultations, a hybrid seat allocation model, and debate across Parliament and states
14 April,2026 08:52 AM IST | ANIGhanaian Premier League footballer Dominic Frimpong was killed after armed robbers attacked his team bus while returning from an away match. Masked assailants opened fire on the vehicle, forcing players to flee and take cover. Frimpong sustained gunshot injuries during the ambush and later died in hospital
14 April,2026 08:48 AM IST | AgenciesWildlife SOS, with the Maharashtra Forest Department, has secured 31 open wells in Junnar, reducing leopard accidents and strengthening human-wildlife coexistence through prevention and community support
14 April,2026 08:48 AM IST | Ranjeet JadhavA police constable was killed and four others injured after militants opened fire on a security team protecting a polio vaccination drive in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The attack occurred in the Chapri Waziran area of Hangu district on the first day of a province-wide campaign
14 April,2026 08:45 AM IST | AgenciesAn army brigadier and his son were allegedly assaulted by a group of men in Vasant Enclave, southwest Delhi, after the officer objected to two individuals consuming alcohol inside a parked car. The incident occurred on Saturday, and police have initiated an investigation into the matter
14 April,2026 08:42 AM IST | AgenciesSeven people were killed and four others injured after a speeding truck ran over them on a roadside in Surendranagar district of Gujarat in the early hours of Monday. Authorities are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns over road safety and reckless driving
14 April,2026 08:34 AM IST | AgenciesPM Modi will inaugurate the Rs 12,000 crore Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, reducing travel time to 2.5 hours. The project includes wildlife-friendly features and aims to boost connectivity, tourism, and regional economic growth
14 April,2026 08:12 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent“Tomorrow is the last Cabinet meeting under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The way Bihar has gained momentum in development over the last 20 years, he has left an indelible mark through his work,” a BJP leader said
13 April,2026 09:22 PM IST | Danapur (Bihar) | mid-day online correspondentIn an official statement, Chandrasekaran said that a thorough probe has been initiated under Arathi Subramanian to establish facts and identify those responsible
13 April,2026 08:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA bench of Justice Manoj Misra and Justice Prasanna B. Varale was hearing a petition filed by Poonam Dwivedi and other candidates challenging an Allahabad High Court order that had rejected their contention
13 April,2026 08:01 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentOfficials said that the expansion has been made possible due to the efforts of the Ministry of Civil Aviation, particularly the proactive approach of the Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Cooperation in enhancing airport capacity and connectivity
13 April,2026 07:46 PM IST | Pune | Archana DahiwalAccording to IMD’s forecast, the chances of below normal and deficient rainfall are higher than usual, while the probability of above normal and excess rainfall is lower than climatological averages
13 April,2026 07:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe tigresses have established territories within the Chandoli Wildlife Division, marking a key milestone in the ongoing conservation initiative, officials said
13 April,2026 07:10 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavThe move comes as part of joint efforts by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and the Ministry of External Affairs to ensure the safe return of Indian vessels and crew members
13 April,2026 07:06 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentPrime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam government of failing to properly implement central schemes, saying many eligible people missed benefits due to poor surveys
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Israeli forces have surrounded the strategic town of Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon after days of intense fighting with Hezbollah, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. According to Israeli military claims, more than 100 Hezbollah fighters have been killed in a combination of airstrikes and close-range combat. The operation, led by Israel’s 98th Division, aims to secure the border and push Hezbollah forces away while establishing a deeper security buffer zone. Hezbollah, however, says it continues to engage Israeli troops in “point-blank” clashes inside the town.
A mild earthquake of magnitude 3.5 struck Myanmar early Tuesday, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The tremor occurred at a depth of 85 km, placing it in the intermediate category
14 April,2026 08:31 AM IST | Naypyidaw (Myanmar) | ANIAmid the West Asia war, US Vice President JD Vance said future nuclear deal talks with Iran depend on Tehran’s willingness to commit. After stalled negotiations in Pakistan, the US emphasised the need for assurances on nuclear weapons
US President Donald Trump said he has not directly spoken with Chinese President Xi Jinping but noted that China wants the ongoing West Asia conflict to end. He warned Beijing of consequences if it supports Iran militarily. Trump also confirmed his rescheduled visit to China in May
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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 is unbecoming of so many young people to spend hours mocking the country’s most honorable politicians online
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