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Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers detained in Thailand, to be brought back

Delhi businessmen Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the Goa nightclub where a massive fire killed 25 people, have been detained in Thailand after fleeing India. The duo faces charges of culpable homicide and negligence as Indian agencies prepare to seek their deportation for trial in Goa

11 December,2025 01:03 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela

The official added that it was conducted under US law enforcement authority.

11 December,2025 12:59 PM IST | AP
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US engagement with Pakistan's military leadership is a challenge: Dhruva Jaishan

His remarks come at a time when the United States has announced a major investment to boost mining activity in Pakistan's Balochistan province

11 December,2025 12:56 PM IST | ANI
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Four-storey buildings collapse in Fes, killing 19 and injuring 16

The neighbourhood has been evacuated and search and rescue efforts were ongoing.

11 December,2025 12:42 PM IST | Agencies
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US representatives warn Trump's coercive policies pushing India closer to Russia

A US congresswoman said the viral Modi–Putin selfie reflects the fallout of Trump’s coercive policies as lawmakers raise concerns over tariffs and immigration barriers straining US-India ties

11 December,2025 12:05 PM IST | ANI
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Maharashtra weather update: State wakes up to cold mornings, clear skies

In western Maharashtra, Pune and Baramati recorded cold mornings with minimum temperatures of 7.9 degrees Celsius and 7.5 degrees Celsius, respectively. Nasik registered 8.2 degrees Celsius, Satara 10.0 degrees Celsius

11 December,2025 12:02 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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UNESCO recognises Italian cuisine as intangible cultural heritage at Red Fort

UNESCO has inscribed “Italian cooking” on its intangible cultural heritage list, with Italy’s Deputy PM Antonio Tajani present in Delhi during the announcement

11 December,2025 11:45 AM IST | PTI
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Fire at godown in Delhi's Sadar Bazar, cooling operation in progress

The DFS received a call at 9.23 pm about flames erupting inside a building that houses multiple storage units, the official said. "Three water tenders and one water bowser were initially rushed to the spot. At 9.42 pm, two additional water bowsers were sent following a request," he said

11 December,2025 11:20 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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New US 'gold card' offers residency, citizenship path to investors and firm

US President Donald Trump announced the launch of the ‘gold card’ programme, offering US visas starting at USD 1 million for individuals and USD 2 million for corporations, replacing the EB-5 visa scheme

11 December,2025 11:12 AM IST | AP
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South Korea cracks down on deepfake celebrity and expert ads on social media

Officials said they will ramp up screening and removal of problematic AI-generated ads and impose punitive fines, citing growing risks to consumers, especially older people who struggle to tell whether content is AI-made

11 December,2025 11:08 AM IST | Agencies
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Venezuelans have mixed reactions to Nobel laureate Machado traveling abroad

The ceremony took place as Trump continues a military operation in the Caribbean that has killed Venezuelans in international waters and threatens to strike Venezuela

11 December,2025 11:05 AM IST | AP
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Bombardier delivers first Global 8000, fastest civilian aircraft since Concorde

Patrick Dovigi, a former Canadian hockey pro who later built a successful business career, received the first delivery

11 December,2025 11:00 AM IST | Agencies
Why question Rahul when PM Modi flies more: Priyanka Gandhi

Why question Rahul when PM Modi flies more: Priyanka Gandhi

The BJP took a swipe at Gandhi over his visit, saying, “Rahul is LoP — leader of Paryatan.”

11 December,2025 09:59 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Andhra govt asked to probe TTD’s Rs 54 crore silk shawl scam

Andhra govt asked to probe TTD’s Rs 54 crore silk shawl scam

The official said the supplier had delivered polyester shawls instead of silk shawls, which are used during ‘aashirvachan’ (blessing) rituals at the world-renowned hill temple

11 December,2025 09:54 AM IST | Tirupati | Agencies
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor refuses award named after VD Savarkar

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor refuses award named after VD Savarkar

Tharoor said that he will not accept the “Veer Savarkar Award” and also won’t attend the event where it will be presented in the absence of clarifications about its nature or the organisation presenting it

11 December,2025 09:51 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Looking forward to serving India with Starlink: Elon Musk

Looking forward to serving India with Starlink: Elon Musk

Elon Musk responded to an X post by Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia who met Lauren Dreyer, Vice President and Senior Director–Starlink Business Operations at SpaceX

10 December,2025 11:01 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Maharashtra recorded more than 30 lakh dog-bite cases over past 6 years: Shinde

Maharashtra recorded more than 30 lakh dog-bite cases over past 6 years: Shinde

Acknowledging a sharp rise in dog-bite cases in both rural and urban areas, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde informed about the cases data at the state assembly on Wednesday

10 December,2025 10:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi talks with Netanyahu; reaffirms zero-tolerance on terror

PM Modi talks with Netanyahu; reaffirms zero-tolerance on terror

According to a press note issued by the Prime Minister’s office, "PM Modi reaffirms India’s support for efforts towards a just and durable peace in the region"

10 December,2025 10:04 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
‘Why question LoP when PM spends half his time abroad?’: Priyanka Gandhi

‘Why question LoP when PM spends half his time abroad?’: Priyanka Gandhi

Priyanka Gandhi hit back at the BJP for criticising Rahul Gandhi’s Germany trip, arguing that the Prime Minister himself spends a significant amount of time overseas

10 December,2025 08:20 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
LoP Rahul Gandhi challenges Amit Shah to debate on his 3 PCs on 'vote chori'

LoP Rahul Gandhi challenges Amit Shah to debate on his 3 PCs on 'vote chori'

A heated showdown was witnessed in the Parliament during the Winter Session on Wednesday as Home Minister Amit Shah and LoP Rahul Gandhi sparred over allegations of ‘vote chori’. Shah defended the Special Intensive Revision process, while Gandhi challenged him to a debate on his press conference claims

10 December,2025 07:54 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
UP: Woman dies after quack, his nephew perform surgery watching YouTube video

UP: Woman dies after quack, his nephew perform surgery watching YouTube video

The incident took place in the Kothi police station area, where the duo was allegedly running a clinic without valid authorisation

10 December,2025 07:48 PM IST | Uttar Pradesh | PTI
Trump loses big! Judge orders return of 300 National Guards to Newsom in LA

    Trump loses big! Judge orders return of 300 National Guards to Newsom in LA

    A federal judge in California has blocked President Donald Trump’s move to federalize the California National Guard, delivering a major legal shock to the White House. In a stunning ruling, Judge Charles Breyer orders that all 300 National Guard troops be returned to Governor Gavin Newsom’s control, saying Trump overstepped his authority and provided no evidence to justify seizing state military forces.

    11 December,2025 02:10 AM IST
    Global peace pacts hailed by Trump show signs of unraveling

    Global peace pacts hailed by Trump show signs of unraveling

    Fighting surges in Congo and Cambodia-Thailand border

    11 December,2025 10:48 AM IST | New York | Agencies

    Indian-origin man gets 25 years in jail for murder in Australia

    An Indian-origin man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the murder of a 24-year-old woman on a Queensland beach in Australia in 2018

    10 December,2025 05:32 PM IST | Canberra | PTI

    Australia enforces social media age ban, blocks under-16 users

    From midnight (1300 GMT), ten major platforms must comply or face fines of up to USD 49.5 million. While the law has drawn sharp criticism from tech companies and free speech advocates, it has been praised by parents and child welfare groups

    10 December,2025 12:18 PM IST | Australia | 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
    City’s transport arms should complement each other

    City’s transport arms should complement each other

    There were help desks at both airports to guide and assist passengers with information on additional trains to help with ticket bookings, our report quoted a Railway PRO as saying

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