A massive fire broke out at Surat’s Raj Textile Market on Wednesday, prompting the deployment of 22 fire tenders and over 100 firefighters. Dense smoke engulfed the building as flames spread across the third, fifth and top floors. Officials say the fire is largely under control, with cooling operations underway
10 December,2025 02:54 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentUNESCO defines intangible cultural heritage as the practices, knowledge, expressions, objects and spaces that communities recognise as part of their cultural identity. These traditions, passed down through generations, continue to evolve while strengthening cultural identity
10 December,2025 02:27 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAmazon has pledged to invest USD 35 billion in India by 2030 to expand its businesses across e-commerce, AI, cloud computing and logistics
10 December,2025 01:33 PM IST | PTIIndia’s aviation crisis deepened on Wednesday as IndiGo cancelled 61 more flights from Bengaluru, a day after the government cut its winter schedule by 10 per cent. Despite CEO Pieter Elbers’ assurance that operations were stable, passengers continue to face disruptions, delays and rising airfares
10 December,2025 01:27 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentCaptured on 8 December from the Korala Core Range, Pandharpauni area of Tadoba, the tigress underwent a thorough health check by Dr Ravikant Khobragade, Veterinary Officer (Wildlife), and was found to be perfectly fit for translocation
10 December,2025 01:16 PM IST | Ranjeet JadhavSeveral schools in Delhi received bomb threat emails on Wednesday, prompting precautionary evacuation of students. Police and security agencies are investigating the threats
10 December,2025 01:07 PM IST | ANIItalian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday for a three-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations
10 December,2025 01:06 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAccording to the CPCB, an AQI between 0 and 50 is classified as "good", 51 to 100 "satisfactory", 101 to 200 "moderate", 201 to 300 "poor", 301 to 400 "very poor" and 401 to 500 "severe"
10 December,2025 01:00 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentFrom 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 | mid-day online correspondentThe investigation continues to focus on the tragic fire at 'Birch by Romeo Lane'. Addressing allegations of police negligence, Goa DIG Varsha Sharma said, "We have coordinated with the CBI and Interpol. A Blue Corner Notice has also been issued"
10 December,2025 11:35 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentThis latest quake follows another magnitude 3.8 earthquake reported by the NCS a day earlier, indicating continued seismic activity in the region
10 December,2025 10:06 AM IST | ANITwo officials of the Chinese company have been named in the charges filed at the Special Court in Kathmandu, which handles corruption cases related to government dealings
10 December,2025 10:03 AM IST | APThe petitioners contended that the Karnataka government did not consult them before making such provisions
10 December,2025 09:55 AM IST | Bengaluru | AgenciesIssuing notice to Gandhi and Delhi Police, Judge Gogne posted the matter on January 6 for further proceedings
10 December,2025 09:51 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesTells EC to flag attacks on BLOs, warns states of looming anarchy
10 December,2025 09:43 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesAn NIA spokesperson said a team from Delhi has arrested key accused Dr Bilal Naseer Malla of Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir. He was arrested from the national capital
09 December,2025 11:03 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIMaharashtra DGP Rashmi Shukla urged locals to make use of police support services and assured them that the region would soon receive improved facilities such as roads and healthcare, an official said
09 December,2025 10:38 PM IST | Mumbai | A CorrespondentAnant Ambani was recognised for his leadership in establishing Vantara, which has become a model for rescue, rehabilitation, and species preservation
09 December,2025 08:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMicrosoft’s investment focuses on three key pillars—scale, skills, and sovereignty—aligned with the Prime Minister Modi’s vision of a comprehensive AI ecosystem promoting innovation and access at a national level, an official statement said
09 December,2025 07:57 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentCensus 2027 will include new questions on duration of stay and reasons for migration, Minister Nityanand Rai told Lok Sabha. The digital census will be conducted in two phases House Listing from April to September 2026 and Population Enumeration in February 2027
09 December,2025 07:54 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentA heated debate erupted in the Lok Sabha as the Leader of Opposition accused the RSS of capturing India’s institutions and undermining democracy. Speaking on electoral reforms, he alleged collusion between the ruling BJP and the Election Commission
09 December,2025 07:17 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
A federal judge has ordered the Department of Justice to unseal thousands of previously hidden documents connected to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Under the new Epstein Files Transparency Act, the DOJ must release grand jury transcripts, investigative records, communications, and “voluminous” evidence by December 19.
Leo was asked about the US peace proposal and the seeming sidelining of European powers in the process
10 December,2025 10:01 AM IST | Rome | APThis treatment led to respiratory failure, cardiac arrest and Virgil's death, it continued
The Ukrainian president arrived at Castel Gandolfo, a papal residence outside Rome, for a meeting with Pope Leo XIV and is set to have talks with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni later
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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-
The 69-year-old man suffered injuries to his chest, head and arms due to the incident and was admitted to a hospital to undergo treatment
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