The astronauts, who completed a successful lunar flyby on Tuesday and exited the Moon’s sphere of influence a day later, are now on the homeward leg of their 10-day test flight. On Thursday, they focused on stowing equipment, removing cargo and locker netting, and configuring the cabin for re-entry
10 April,2026 02:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentSevere seasonal flooding across Afghanistan between late March and early April has impacted over 73,000 people, damaging thousands of homes and vast agricultural land
10 April,2026 02:21 PM IST | IANSLeaders from the BJP and Shiv Sena dismissed claims of a Nobel Peace Prize for Shehbaz Sharif as “a joke,” drawing comparisons to Adolf Hitler. The remarks come amid reports crediting Pakistan’s role in easing tensions between United States and Iran
10 April,2026 02:19 PM IST | IANSThe Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor has helped reduce the risk of human-wildlife conflict and prevented the isolation of animal populations in the region. By maintaining natural movement routes, the project supports long-term biodiversity conservation
10 April,2026 02:16 PM IST | Ranjeet JadhavVolodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that Ukrainian forces shot down Iranian-designed Shahed drones in multiple Middle Eastern countries, helping boost regional air defence systems. The operations came before a tentative ceasefire involving Iran, United States, and Israel, with Ukraine receiving energy support and resources in return
10 April,2026 01:45 PM IST | APFollowing his resignation from the Bihar Legislative Council, he is expected to step down as Chief Minister, ending a long tenure anchored in the state’s Upper House. His move makes him one of the few leaders to have served in all four legislative bodies
10 April,2026 01:43 PM IST | IANSAccording to a social media post by the US Geological Survey (USGS), the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has reported a fresh development in the ongoing eruption of Kilauea volcano, with a new eruptive episode beginning at approximately 11:10 a.m. HST on April 9
10 April,2026 01:16 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIn his resignation letter, Justice Varma said, “I do not propose to burden your august office with the reasons which have constrained me to submit this missive,” adding that “it is with deep anguish” that he was stepping down from the office of Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad
10 April,2026 01:07 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentA three-year-old boy fell into a 70-ft-deep borewell in Ujjain, triggering a massive rescue operation by the National Disaster Response Force and SDRF teams. The child is being supplied oxygen and monitored via camera as teams dig a parallel pit to safely pull him out
10 April,2026 01:05 PM IST | IANSIndian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held high-level meetings with senior US officials in Washington, reinforcing bilateral ties across defence, technology and economic sectors. Discussions focused on global security challenges, resilient supply chains, and advancing cooperation in critical technologies under initiatives like Pax Silica
10 April,2026 12:58 PM IST | ANIThe incident occurred within the jurisdiction of Safale Police Station on Thursday. The girl was in severe emotional distress and at risk of self-harm, the police said. The minor, a resident of Hanjaroli village, was upset by the belief that her mother showed more affection towards her sister
10 April,2026 12:56 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentCongress leader Vijay Wadettiwar termed the Maharashtra government’s loan waiver a “fraud” and demanded complete 7/12 clearance for farmers. He also alleged bias in municipal fund distribution and criticised the ruling alliance over governance and political priorities
10 April,2026 12:41 PM ISTA statewide drive by the Food and Drug Control Administration Gujarat inspected over 2,500 eateries and food units, issuing 270 notices and shutting 18 establishments. Authorities destroyed 703 kg of unsafe food while enforcing strict rules on proper labelling of paneer and its alternatives to prevent misleading consumers
10 April,2026 10:51 AM IST | Gandhinagar | IANSThe bus was travelling from Makrana to Haridwar with around 22 passengers when the accident took place
10 April,2026 08:48 AM IST | Jaipur | AgenciesDalgaon recorded the highest voting at 94.57 per cent, while the lowest turnout was in Amri at 70.40 per cent, they said.
10 April,2026 08:45 AM IST | Guwahati | AgenciesUnderlining “six Modi guarantees” for the people, the PM said the BJP, once in power in the state, will replace the TMC’s “reign of fear” with the BJP’s “trust”
10 April,2026 08:41 AM IST | Haldia | AgenciesThe move came following a directive from the Supreme Court
10 April,2026 08:37 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe top court said that everybody must have access to all temples.
10 April,2026 08:33 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesUttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reviewed preparations for Char Dham Yatra 2026, directing a plastic-free campaign, better crowd management, real-time weather monitoring, and improved medical facilities to ensure a safe and organised pilgrimage
09 April,2026 10:37 PM IST | Dehradun | mid-day online correspondentTwo persons have been arrested for allegedly murdering a 65-year-old scrap collector in Latur, Maharashtra. The accused confessed to assaulting the victim over a dispute related to sleeping space. Police said the victim was attacked with a wooden object and a floor tile
09 April,2026 09:47 PM IST | Latur | mid-day online correspondentHis entry into the Upper House comes after the death of former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and his father, Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, headed to Baramati earlier this year
09 April,2026 08:58 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Iran has warned that the fragile ceasefire with the United States could collapse after Israeli strikes in Lebanon. President Masoud Pezeshkian said continued attacks would render negotiations meaningless and declared Iran’s “fingers on the trigger.” Tehran also signaled pressure around the Strait of Hormuz, limiting vessel movement and raising concerns over global oil supply. Oil prices jumped as markets reacted to the escalating tensions. Talks in Pakistan aim to stabilize the situation, but the ceasefire remains under serious strain.
Talks between the sides are expected to begin in Pakistan this weekend
10 April,2026 11:26 AM IST | Washington | APThe statement from Kuwait's foreign ministry, carried by the state-run KUNA news agency, put new pressure on the ceasefire ahead of planned talks on Saturday between the United States and Iran in Islamabad
Kamal Kharrazi, a senior Iranian leader and former foreign minister, has died after injuries from a strike on his Tehran residence, which also killed his wife. The development comes amid a fragile ceasefire between United States and Iran, as Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed continued military operations in Lebanon, further complicating peace efforts
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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-
While access to the BKC stretch from the Bandra East Railway station promises to get easier, this is still two years in the pipeline
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