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Ukraine war talks on hold

The US and its allies are seeking Kyiv’s expertise in countering Iran’s Shahed drones

06 March,2026 08:38 AM IST | Agencies
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World’s smallest rhynchosaur fossil found

This fossil is the first perinatal record of the Hyperodapedontinae, a diverse and abundant clade within the Rhynchosauridae family

06 March,2026 08:32 AM IST | Agencies
India News

Micro-CT scanners capture detailed insect pictures

It combined a synchrotron particle accelerator, X-ray scanning, robotics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to produce interactive digital images representing 800 ant species

06 March,2026 08:28 AM IST | Agencies
Opinion

When an influencer writes a book

Gen Z creator Ria Chopra wrote a book about the Internet that is now being ripped apart on, well, the Internet. I would just say, maybe, if you are above the age of 30, don’t judge, just don’t read her

06 March,2026 07:54 AM IST | Aastha Atray Banan
Opinion

Embody the peace you want to see in the world

No matter which side you are on, dialogue is always better than war, skirmishes, or fights

06 March,2026 07:50 AM IST | The Editorial
World News

West Asia conflict Day 6: UAE explosions, Modi–Macron call among key highlights

The US-Israel military operations against Iran, which began on February 28, entered their sixth day with continued exchanges of fire and widening regional impact. Here’s are the developments that took place on Thursday, March 5

05 March,2026 10:07 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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West Asia conflict: India condoles Khamenei's death; Misri visits Iran Embassy

Six days after Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israel strike on Tehran, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited the Iranian embassy and signed the condolence book on behalf of the government, amid sharp criticism from the opposition over India's silence

05 March,2026 10:03 PM IST | PTI
India News

Indian Navy launched search operation after US torpedoed Iranian warship

Upon receiving the information, Indian Navy immediately activated its resources. A long-range maritime patrol aircraft was deployed at 10 am to support and augment the primary search operations led by the Sri Lankan Navy

05 March,2026 08:47 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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'Strictly adhere to safety guidelines': Indian embassy in UAE issues advisory

In the advisory, the Embassy urged all Indian nationals to remain vigilant, stay calm, and strictly adhere to the safety guidelines issued by the UAE authorities. They are also advised to follow official advisories from time to time to ensure their well-being

05 March,2026 08:11 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Air India to launch new flights to Hanoi and Tokyo from Delhi and Mumbai

The airline said it will begin non-stop services between Delhi and Hanoi from May 1, 2026, making Hanoi its second destination in Vietnam after Ho Chi Minh City

05 March,2026 07:33 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Opinion

Ads on train windows are a huge safety hazard

Reducing visibility further can become a security concern — especially for women and senior citizens.

05 March,2026 05:44 PM IST | The Editorial
India News

'Betrayal of people's mandate': Tejashwi on Nitish's Rajya Sabha entry

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav slammed Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to enter the Rajya Sabha as a "betrayal of the people's mandate," alleging that the BJP engineered the move to install a "rubber stamp" chief minister in the socialist stronghold

05 March,2026 03:47 PM IST | PTI
SpiceJet to operate 13 special flights from UAE amid tensions

SpiceJet to operate 13 special flights from UAE amid tensions

Out of the total flights, seven will fly to Mumbai, five will operate to Delhi, and one flight will connect Dubai with Mumbai. The airline said these additional services are intended to help clear the backlog of passengers stranded in the Gulf region

05 March,2026 03:35 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Congress leader Gehlot questions centre’s silence on attack at Iranian warship

Congress leader Gehlot questions centre’s silence on attack at Iranian warship

Congress' Ashok Gehlot stressed that India has historically maintained strategic autonomy in international affairs and has never compromised its sovereignty under pressure from other nations

05 March,2026 03:21 PM IST | Jaipur | mid-day online correspondent
Modi calls for peace amid conflict during joint briefing with Finnish President

Modi calls for peace amid conflict during joint briefing with Finnish President

"India and Finland, both, believe in the rule of law, dialogue, and diplomacy. We are in agreement that no issue can be resolved through military conflict alone. Be it Ukraine or West Asia, we will continue to support the swift end of conflicts and every effort towards peace," the PM said

05 March,2026 03:02 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Holi 2026: Delhi Police issue 1,204 challans for drunk driving

Holi 2026: Delhi Police issue 1,204 challans for drunk driving

According to official data, a total of 1,204 challans were issued for drunk driving during the Holi celebrations on Wednesday. This was slightly lower than 1,213 cases recorded last year, indicating a marginal decline in such violations

05 March,2026 02:56 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Ajit Pawar plane crash: CID questions VSR company officials

Ajit Pawar plane crash: CID questions VSR company officials

A preliminary 22-page report by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) noted that visibility at the time of the crash was below the required level

05 March,2026 01:56 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
India needs steady hand at the wheel but has 'compromised PM': Rahul Gandhi

India needs steady hand at the wheel but has 'compromised PM': Rahul Gandhi

Gandhi warned that the global situation has become increasingly volatile and that India faces serious risks due to the ongoing conflict in the region

05 March,2026 01:41 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Airports Authority of India refutes reports on fuel stock inquiries amid war

Airports Authority of India refutes reports on fuel stock inquiries amid war

AAI said, "There are some media reports with reference to Airports Authority of India (AAI) suggesting that AAI has sought details regarding Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) stock positions at international airports in the context of the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia"

05 March,2026 01:35 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Nitish announces Rajya Sabha foray, ending tenure as Bihar's longest-serving CM

Nitish announces Rajya Sabha foray, ending tenure as Bihar's longest-serving CM

Nitish Kumar, who has served as chief minister for a record 10 terms since 2005, said he would continue to support the state’s governance even after stepping aside from the top post

05 March,2026 01:29 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondent
Finnish President pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

Finnish President pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

Finnish President Alexander Stubb visited India, paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, and held meetings with PM Modi and other leaders to strengthen India-Finland ties. He will also address the Raisina Dialogue 2026 and meet officials in Mumbai

05 March,2026 01:00 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Trump fires Kristi Noem | $220M ad scandal row ends DHS chief tenure?

    Trump fires Kristi Noem | $220M ad scandal row ends DHS chief tenure?

    US President Donald Trump has fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem following growing controversy over a $220 million immigration advertising campaign designed to encourage undocumented migrants to self-deport. The decision comes after reports that Trump was frustrated with Noem’s responses during congressional hearings, where lawmakers questioned her role in approving the ad campaign contracts.

    06 March,2026 03:04 AM IST
    Russia-Ukraine talks on ice due to war; Gulf states seek Kyiv's drone expertise

    Russia-Ukraine talks on ice due to war; Gulf states seek Kyiv's drone expertise

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a new round of US-brokered Russia-Ukraine peace talks planned for this week has been postponed due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, which has drawn international attention away from Europe's biggest conflict since World War II

    05 March,2026 03:47 PM IST | Kyiv | AP

    US will bitterly regret, says Iran after submarine sinks Frigate IRIS Dena

    Seyed Abbas Aragchi condemned the US after an American submarine sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean near Sri Lanka, escalating tensions in the ongoing Iran-US conflict

    05 March,2026 02:55 PM IST | Tehran | IANS

    Israeli Air Force strikes 20 targets in Iran, destroys missile hubs

    According to a statement released by the Israeli military, fighter jets conducted coordinated strikes on multiple strategic sites across Iran as part of a broader campaign to weaken Tehran’s offensive military capabilities

    05 March,2026 02:36 PM IST | Tel Aviv | mid-day online correspondent
    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    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 correspondent

    CM opens Pune double-deck flyover

    Move to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road

    20 August,2025 10:17 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal

    Happy Krishna Janmashtami: Messages and Wishes to share with family

    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-

    05 August,2025 11:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Traffic jams are not a problem

    Traffic jams are not a problem

    When it comes to infrastructure, why do we focus on the wrong issues instead of appreciating what we have?

    02 March,2026 08:15 AM IST | Mumbai | Lindsay Pereira
    01 March,2026 07:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha
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