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Malegaon mayor election on Feb 7; ISLAM-SP alliance near majority

The race for Malegaon mayor and deputy mayor intensifies as multiple corporators file nominations, with elections scheduled for February 7 following a closely fought civic poll

04 February,2026 05:56 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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India-US trade agreement: An explainer

The US has agreed to cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent from 25 percent under a new trade deal announced by President Donald Trump after talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The move is expected to boost Indian exports, especially labour-intensive sectors, while detailed terms of the agreement are awaited

04 February,2026 05:36 PM IST | PTI
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Manipur: President’s Rule withdrawn, Yumnam Khemchand Singh to take oath as CM

Manipur had been under President’s Rule since February 13 last year, four days after then-Chief Minister N. Biren Singh resigned amid prolonged ethnic violence

04 February,2026 05:20 PM IST | IANS
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Thane court acquits three men in 2017 explosives case over lack of evidence

A Thane court has acquitted three men accused in a 2017 explosives conspiracy case after ruling that the prosecution failed to prove their involvement. The court cited the absence of eyewitnesses and no clear link between the accused and explosives found in an unused SUV in Mumbra, granting them the benefit of doubt

04 February,2026 05:07 PM IST | PTI
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Mamata argues in SC, alleges targeting of West Bengal in SIR exercise

Urging the top court to "save democracy" and intervene to ensure fair special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls by the Election Commission keeping in mind the fact that people alive have been declared dead by the poll panel

04 February,2026 05:03 PM IST | PTI
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PM Modi to visit Malaysia on February 7 at invitation of PM Anwar Ibrahim

The February 7-8 visit would be Prime Minister Modi's third to Malaysia, and the first after the elevation of the India-Malaysia bilateral relationship to a ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ in August 2024

04 February,2026 04:54 PM IST | IANS
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CM Fadnavis responds to demand to rename Ladki Bahin Yojana after Ajit Pawar

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said the government will consider renaming the Ladki Bahin scheme after late Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. The demand was raised by NCP MLC Amol Mitkari, calling Pawar a beloved leader among women across the state

04 February,2026 04:31 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Srinagar sees marginal rise; Gulmarg freezes at minus 8 degree Celcius

Night temperatures in Srinagar showed marginal improvement on Wednesday, settling at 3 degrees Celsius, while Gulmarg remained severely cold at minus 8 degrees Celsius, the Meteorological Department said

04 February,2026 04:13 PM IST | IANS
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Pune land deal case: EOW files 1,886-page chargesheet

The land was sold to Amadea Enterprises LLP, a firm co-owned by Parth Pawar, the son of the late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, according to the chargesheet. The sale was reportedly valued at Rs 300 crore

04 February,2026 03:50 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Israeli fire in Gaza kills 17; IDF soldier dies after in militant attack

Israeli fire in Gaza killed at least 17 Palestinians, most of them women and children, hospital officials said Wednesday, while Israel said militant gunfire had injured an Israeli soldier

04 February,2026 03:16 PM IST | AP
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Piyush Goyal in Parliament says, 'India-US trade deal benefits both nations'

Budget Sessions 2026: Union Minister Piyush Goyal told Parliament that India and the US are complementary economies and the bilateral trade deal protects sensitive sectors like agriculture and dairy. He said lower tariffs will boost exports, MSMEs and manufacturing while advancing India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision

04 February,2026 02:44 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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NCP merger talks on cards? Ajit Pawar’s sons meet Sharad Pawar in Baramati

The meeting took place at Vidya Pratishthan, an educational institute in the Pawar family’s hometown of Baramati, and lasted around one-and-a-half hours. There was no official word on the agenda, though sources indicated the discussions may have focused on the possible merger of the two NCP factions

04 February,2026 02:36 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Dense fog disrupts movement in Delhi as AQI remains 'very poor'

Dense fog disrupts movement in Delhi as AQI remains 'very poor'

Delhi woke up to dense fog on Wednesday, affecting visibility and disrupting vehicular movement across the city. The IMD issued a yellow alert, warning of dense fog conditions during the morning and forenoon

04 February,2026 02:24 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Three Ghaziabad sisters die by suicide; cops suspect online game addiction

Three Ghaziabad sisters die by suicide; cops suspect online game addiction

A senior police officer said preliminary investigations indicate the three sisters were hooked on a Korean task-based interactive “love game,” and their parents had raised concerns about their excessive mobile phone use in recent days

04 February,2026 01:54 PM IST | Ghaziabad | mid-day online correspondent
Tamil Nadu likely to witness fog, light rain and mild chill in the next few days

Tamil Nadu likely to witness fog, light rain and mild chill in the next few days

Tamil Nadu is likely to witness light rainfall in southern and delta districts, while early-morning fog may affect visibility in western, and north-western regions. Most other parts of the state, including Puducherry, will remain dry with a slight rise in daytime temperatures

04 February,2026 01:47 PM IST | Chennai | IANS
SIR row: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in Supreme Court against EC

SIR row: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in Supreme Court against EC

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has reached the Supreme Court for a crucial hearing on petitions challenging the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. She sought permission to argue in person amid tight security

04 February,2026 01:10 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
‘It will be a historic Budget,’ says Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

‘It will be a historic Budget,’ says Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and senior ministers arrived in Parliament ahead of the Union Budget 2026–27 presentation. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the budget in Parliament after meeting President Droupadi Murmu

04 February,2026 11:28 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Ayush services to be available after AIIMS Bibinagar completion: G Kishan Reddy

Ayush services to be available after AIIMS Bibinagar completion: G Kishan Reddy

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy reviewed the progress of AIIMS Bibinagar in Telangana, stating that Ayush treatment services will be available once the hospital becomes fully operational. He said most new buildings and the emergency block are nearly complete and highlighted the institute’s super-speciality status and improved connectivity

04 February,2026 11:07 AM IST | Yadadri Bhuvanagiri | ANI
Tremors felt in Kolkata after earthquake hits Myanmar, Bangladesh and Tibet

Tremors felt in Kolkata after earthquake hits Myanmar, Bangladesh and Tibet

Tremors were felt in parts of Kolkata on Tuesday following a series of earthquakes in neighbouring regions, including Myanmar and Bangladesh, according to the National Centre for Seismology. Residents reported shaking of household items and sudden jerks

04 February,2026 11:06 AM IST | Kolkata | ANI
Intelligence-based Op Kiya underway in Udhampur after contact with terrorist

Intelligence-based Op Kiya underway in Udhampur after contact with terrorist

The joint operation involves troops from CIF Delta, the White Knight Corps, the Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the CRPF

04 February,2026 11:05 AM IST | Jammu and Kashmir | ANI
Rajya Sabha continues discussion on motion of thanks on President's Address

Rajya Sabha continues discussion on motion of thanks on President's Address

Parliament witnessed chaos during the Motion of Thanks debate as eight opposition MPs were suspended and Rahul Gandhi accused the government of blocking his speech on national security and Ladakh standoff issues

04 February,2026 11:01 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Iran-US standoff begins: U.S. Navy shoots down drone in Arabian Sea

    Iran-US standoff begins: U.S. Navy shoots down drone in Arabian Sea

    U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed on Tuesday that a U.S. Navy F-35C Lightning II fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone in the Arabian Sea. The engagement occurred approximately 500 miles from the southern coast of Iran as the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) approached the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).

    04 February,2026 06:12 PM IST
    Russia launches massive drone and missile strike on Ukraine ahead of peace talks

    Russia launches massive drone and missile strike on Ukraine ahead of peace talks

    Russia fired nearly 450 drones and 70 missiles targeting multiple Ukrainian regions, including key power infrastructure, just a day before crucial US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

    04 February,2026 11:00 AM IST | Kyiv | Agencies

    India and US boost strategic ties, focus on Quad and minerals cooperation

    External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed expanding bilateral and Quad cooperation, focusing on critical minerals, trade opportunities, and Indo-Pacific security during talks in Washington

    04 February,2026 10:10 AM IST | Washington | ANI

    Candela’s electric hydrofoil ferry sets new distance record at sea

    Sweden-based Candela’s electric hydrofoiling ferry P-12 has completed a record 160-nautical-mile journey from Gothenburg to Oslo, marking the longest electric sea voyage by a passenger vessel. Using submerged hydrofoil wings to lift its hull above water, the ferry cuts drag significantly and reduces energy consumption by nearly 80 per cent

    04 February,2026 09:39 AM IST | Stockholm | Agencies
    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
    Let’s put the C in Culture

    Let’s put the C in Culture

    Our sutradhaars Lady Flora and Sir Pheroze discuss why the city ought to extend its cultural footprint with affordable, accessible festivals all year through rather than pack it into a cluster period of a few months

    03 February,2026 06:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez
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