A SpiceJet Boeing 737-700 aircraft (VT-SLB), operating flight SG-124 from Leh to Delhi, was taxiing to parking bay No. 106 after arrival when its winglet reportedly came into contact with the horizontal tail surface (HTS) of an Akasa Air Boeing 737 aircraft positioned on the apron
16 April,2026 10:34 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has assured that LPG supply across the country remains stable despite challenges caused by the current geopolitical situation. The government has also prioritised essential sectors, boosted alternative fuel use, and taken action against hoarding
16 April,2026 09:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues to impact global shipping, with German logistics giant Hapag-Lloyd reporting that around 150 sailors remain stranded aboard six vessels in the region
16 April,2026 09:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentVidarbha was by far the worst affected. The region recorded the most extreme temperatures in the state, with Akola and Amravati both touching 44.2 degrees Celsius, the highest in Maharashtra and the entire country so far this year
16 April,2026 08:49 PM ISTAfter days of searing temperatures of 42 to 43 degrees Celsius, the expected transition to rain and lightning could catch residents off guard, prompting officials to urge heightened caution
16 April,2026 07:50 PM ISTAccording to the latest data released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Akola and Amravati both touched 44.2 degrees Celsius on April 16, marking a sharp spike in the ongoing heatwave across Vidarbha
16 April,2026 07:47 PM ISTSpeaking during a debate in the Lok Sabha, she alleged that the government has moved from exerting pressure on institutions to launching what she described as an “open attack” on democracy
16 April,2026 07:30 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentA total of 1,278 candidates received job offers from 38 reputed companies. These included firms such as Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors, Flipkart and DMart, an official statement said
16 April,2026 06:48 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPrime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted that Indian Railways has undergone a major transformation over the past decade through reforms, technology upgrades and sustained investment via sharing an article by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
16 April,2026 06:20 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe clash between sitting corporator Rohini Chimate and former corporator Rajshree Kale escalated during an official review meeting of a 3 cr women’s hostel project in Baner, forcing security personnel to intervene. The dispute, later circulated widely on social media
16 April,2026 06:02 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentUnder the proposal, seats in several states are expected to increase significantly. Uttar Pradesh’s strength would go up to 120 seats, Tamil Nadu to 59, West Bengal to 63, Kerala to 30, and Gujarat to 39
16 April,2026 05:51 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentBJP MLA Devayani Farande, who participated in the rally, made strong remarks while addressing the issue. She alleged that Hindu girls were being pressured to observe roza and offer namaz, and accused the perpetrators of sexual assault and forced religious conversion
16 April,2026 05:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe incident occurred while one aircraft was stationary and another was taxiing on the ground at the Indira Gandhi International in Delhi, officials said
16 April,2026 05:08 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentPresident Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that a strong, self-reliant and developed India must be built on the foundation of Indian languages. Speaking at the convocation of the Mahatma Gandhi International Hindi University in Wardha, she urged citizens to learn at least one Indian language in addition to their mother tongue
16 April,2026 04:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVice-President of India and Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan administered the oath to the 16 newly elected or re-elected members, representing Bihar, Assam, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, and Telangana
16 April,2026 04:47 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentSpeaking during a debate in the Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister said the moment presents a historic opportunity to expand women’s participation in governance and shape the country’s political future
16 April,2026 04:20 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe document, widely shared online, outlined grooming guidelines for store employees. It stated that bindis and tilaks were “not allowed,” and advised that sindoor, if worn, should be minimal
16 April,2026 04:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, permitted Ambani to pursue his case before a single judge bench of the High Court
16 April,2026 04:05 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent | mid-day online correspondentThe operation was carried out by the Cyber Crime Police during the night of 15-16 April at a rented premises in Sangolda village. The accused were allegedly caught accepting bets through online applications during ongoing IPL matches
16 April,2026 03:54 PM IST | Panaji | mid-day online correspondentDelhi Police have arrested a West Bengal resident for allegedly defrauding more than 500 women across the country of nearly Rs 2 crore through fake profiles on dating and matrimonial apps. The accused is also accused of honey-trapping, romance scams and blackmailing
16 April,2026 03:35 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe Lok Sabha saw heated clashes as the government and Opposition debated key bills, with Amit Shah and Arjun Ram Meghwal defending them, while K. C. Venugopal and Asaduddin Owaisi raised concerns over federalism
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Russia has launched one of its largest air assaults on Ukraine this year, firing nearly 700 drones and dozens of missiles in a massive overnight attack. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, a total of 659 drones and 44 missiles were launched, targeting major cities including Kyiv, Odesa, Dnipro, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia. At least 18 people were killed and over 100 injured as buildings were destroyed and fires broke out across multiple regions. A child was among the victims, highlighting the devastating human toll of the strikes.
Iran has warned it could block trade across the Persian Gulf, Sea of Oman and Red Sea if US restrictions on its ports continue, while also rejecting any compromise on its nuclear enrichment rights amid escalating tensions
16 April,2026 04:52 PM IST | Cairo | mid-day online correspondentThe announcement signals a potential diplomatic breakthrough in a region marked by continued hostility and intermittent conflict between Israel and Lebanon. Earlier on Tuesday, the US hosted a trilateral meeting with Israel and Lebanon, marking their first high-level engagement since 1993
The Trump administration has unveiled plans for a giant United States Triumphal Arch to mark America’s 250th independence anniversary, triggering criticism over it being a “vanity project” funded partly by taxpayers
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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
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