Reliance Industries Limited has denied reports of purchasing Iranian crude, calling them baseless. The clarification comes amid reports of a temporary US authorisation allowing sale of stranded Iranian oil to stabilise global energy markets
26 March,2026 07:39 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe government also reiterated that all oil refineries are operating at high capacity with adequate crude oil inventories, ensuring uninterrupted availability of petrol and diesel across the country
26 March,2026 06:43 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAhead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the BJP has fielded Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder victim, from Panihati. Party leaders defended the move, calling it a step toward justice and women’s empowerment
26 March,2026 05:41 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPrime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with Chief Ministers via video conference to assess preparedness and coordinate India’s response to the ongoing West Asia crisis. The meeting will focus on ensuring synergy of efforts in the spirit of 'Team India', said the official
26 March,2026 05:41 PM IST | IANSTwo people were killed and three injured in Abu Dhabi after debris from intercepted missiles fell on a street, as UAE air defences continue responding to repeated threats. The total number of deaths has risen to 11 after the latest incident in Abu Dhabi, Gulf News reported
26 March,2026 05:40 PM IST | PTIPM Modi will inaugurate Phase I of Noida International Airport in Jewar on March 28. Built at a cost of Rs 11,200 crore, the airport is set to boost connectivity in the Delhi-NCR region and strengthen India’s aviation infrastructure with modern, sustainable and scalable facilities.
26 March,2026 04:24 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentDelhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta distributed bicycles to around 1,000 schoolgirls under the ‘Vidya Vahini’ initiative, aiming to ease travel and promote uninterrupted education for girls. She said the initiative aims to remove barriers that often prevent girls from continuing their studies
26 March,2026 04:19 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe government has assured that India has around 60 days of crude reserves and a stable LPG supply, urging citizens not to believe misinformation about fuel shortages. "There is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG anywhere in the country," it said in a statement
26 March,2026 04:19 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentA Turkish-operated oil tanker carrying crude oil from Russia was hit by an explosion in the Black Sea, possibly caused by an unmanned surface vehicle. Turkish authorities are investigating the incident and monitoring the situation closely
26 March,2026 03:27 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAccording to the police, emergency operations were temporarily halted due to darkness but are set to resume in daylight. Multiple agencies, including fire services, navy personnel, and police, have been involved in the ongoing rescue effort
26 March,2026 03:12 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe proceedings are linked to the 2021 Cordelia cruise drug seizure case, during his tenure as Zonal Director with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)
26 March,2026 02:55 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAn Air India A350 aircraft en route to London Heathrow returned safely to Delhi after a suspected technical issue, with the airline initiating detailed checks. The same A350-900 aircraft VT-JRF had faced a technical issue on March 15
26 March,2026 02:53 PM IST | PTIPrime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on Ram Navami, invoking the ideals of Lord Ram and expressing hope that his values will guide India towards a ‘Viksit’ and ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’
26 March,2026 02:46 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentMore than 2.69 lakh devotees have visited the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir during Chaitra Navratri, with authorities ensuring smooth and secure pilgrimage arrangements
26 March,2026 02:46 PM IST | Jammu | mid-day online correspondentBJP leader Suvendu Adhikari participated in a Ram Navami procession in Bhabanipur, while heightened security was deployed across West Bengal, especially in sensitive districts like Howrah and Hooghly
26 March,2026 02:46 PM IST | Kolkata | PTIThe Government of India has announced free lifetime train travel for Sena, Nau Sena, and Vayu Sena Medal awardees along with their families. At the same time, Indian Railways and the Army have launched a new framework to improve job opportunities and support for ex-servicemen and ex-Agniveers
26 March,2026 02:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentCandidates are strongly advised to rely only on official RRB websites for authentic information and to beware of touts, brokers and job racketeers, officials said
26 March,2026 02:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Delhi Chief Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring that every girl in the national capital can complete her education without any barriers
26 March,2026 01:54 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe incident has sparked outrage among students and raised serious concerns about electrical safety and maintenance within the college premises
26 March,2026 01:54 PM IST | Pune | Archana DahiwalThe Chief Minister’s criticism follows Rahul Gandhi’s recent allegation that central agencies had not acted on corruption cases against Vijayan, suggesting a “collusion” between the LDF and the BJP
26 March,2026 01:51 PM IST | Kochi | mid-day online correspondentAccording to hospital officials, Sonia Gandhi was admitted late on the night of March 24 at around 10:22 PM after she reported fever-related symptoms
26 March,2026 01:42 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
US President Donald Trump claimed that American Patriot air defence systems intercepted 100 Iranian missiles during a high speed attack targeting a critical asset. According to Trump, not a single missile penetrated US defences, highlighting the effectiveness of the Patriot system. The statement follows Iranian claims that cruise missiles were launched at the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group, forcing the fleet to reposition. Tehran also warned of further strikes if US naval forces approach Iranian waters. The escalation comes as missile and drone exchanges intensify across the Middle East, with additional US military assets reportedly deployed to strengthen regional defence networks.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that First Lady Melania Trump will accompany the President, and that President Xi and his wife, Madame Peng, are expected to visit Washington, DC, later this year
26 March,2026 02:03 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondentMore than 600 students and staff in Kumatori Town, Osaka, fell ill with symptoms of food poisoning linked to contaminated bread served in school lunches. Authorities detected norovirus and have suspended the supplier for five days
In a statement, the IRGC cautioned that any invading forces would face severe consequences, urging foreign governments not to risk the lives of their soldiers
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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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