Within just a fortnight of its launch, nearly 3 lakh girls aged 14 years have already been vaccinated, marking an encouraging start to this critical public health initiative, a health ministry official informed
31 March,2026 09:03 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentYadav, who is currently serving as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, will now head India’s aviation regulator at a time when the sector is expanding rapidly
31 March,2026 08:59 PM IST | IANSThe Centre told Parliament that 41.41 lakh ineligible ration cards were deleted in 2025 under reforms to the Public Distribution System, with Haryana reporting the highest removals. Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya said digitisation, Aadhaar seeding, and ePoS devices helped curb leakages
31 March,2026 07:30 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentUS President Donald Trump slammed France for denying airspace to American military supply flights bound for Israel, warning that the US “will remember”, as tensions deepen with Europe over the West Asia conflict
31 March,2026 07:25 PM IST | ANIPakistan's recent economic recovery — marked by easing inflation, rising forex reserves and a current account surplus — faces fresh pressure as Middle East tensions disrupt energy supplies and threaten remittance flows
31 March,2026 06:42 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentLimited non-scheduled flights continue based on operational and safety considerations. Flights continue to operate from Oman and Saudi Arabia to India, according to the Ministry of External Affairs
31 March,2026 05:34 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Indian Navy contingent, along with a naval band and the ship’s integral helicopter, took part in the parade and flypast held at the Champ de Mars, adding grandeur to the Mauritius' national festivities
31 March,2026 05:26 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIn a major step towards modernising highway travel, NHAI will implement a complete ban on cash payments at toll plazas across the country
31 March,2026 05:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Ambassador noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's telephonic conversation with the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was viewed as a gesture of solidarity and reflected the close ties both leaders have built over more than a decade
31 March,2026 05:16 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentMore than 50 lakh domestic LPG cylinders are being delivered daily on average since March 1, 2026, and no 'dryouts' have been reported at LPG distributorships
31 March,2026 05:05 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Kaynes Semicon’s semiconductor facility in Sanand, Gujarat, highlighting India’s growing role as a reliable global supplier. The move boosts self-reliance and strengthens the country’s semiconductor ecosystem
31 March,2026 05:03 PM ISTItaly’s Defence Minister Guido Crosetto denied the United States permission to use the Sigonella air base in Sicily after learning U.S. military aircraft planned to stop there en route to West Asia without prior authorisation amid West Asia tensions
31 March,2026 04:08 PM IST | ANIThe BJP-led NDA has unveiled its Kerala manifesto promising Rs 2,500 monthly aid for women, Rs 3,000 pensions for seniors, free LPG cylinders, 20,000 litres of water per household, and major infrastructure projects including AIIMS and high-speed rail connectivity
31 March,2026 04:07 PM IST | Thiruvananthapuram | PTISpeaking to the media on Monday, Deora said PM's message reflects the country's strength in facing challenges collectively. "India has always transformed crises into opportunities through its unity. This is the very message that PM Narendra Modi has conveyed to the nation," he further stated
31 March,2026 04:02 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentIn a statement, the police said that earlier in the day, the situation at the Maa Sheetla Temple, located within the jurisdiction of the Deepnagar Police Station, "suddenly spiralled out of control due to severe overcrowding during worship rituals"
31 March,2026 03:58 PM IST | Nalanda | IANSThe incident occurred in the Mithi Khadi locality under Limbayat police station area at around 10 am, when a family was busy packing sarees using foam sheets
31 March,2026 03:21 PM IST | Surat | PTIThe Election Commission had transferred several officers, including the state's chief secretary, the home secretary, and the DGP, following the announcement of the assembly poll schedule in the state
31 March,2026 03:13 PM IST | Kolkata | PTIAddressing a large gathering, Udhayanidhi Stalin criticised Palaniswami, stating, "We have seen aggressive devotees and aggressive party workers, but Edappadi Palaniswami stands as an aggressive slave of the BJP"
31 March,2026 03:12 PM IST | Tiruvannamalai | ANISpeaking ahead of the high-stakes polls, Chaturvedi said the political atmosphere in West Bengal indicates continued public support for Banerjee
31 March,2026 03:11 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentIn her communication to the Chief Election Commissioner, Banerjee alleged that agents linked to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) were attempting to add non-residents to the voter list through fraudulent means
31 March,2026 03:01 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondentAuthorities in Hyderabad sealed a property belonging to late J. Jayalalithaa after property tax arrears crossed Rs 82 lakh. The GHMC took action following non response to notices
31 March,2026 02:47 PM IST | Hyderabad | IANSADVERTISEMENT
The United States has reportedly carried out a powerful strike on a key ammunition and military facility in Iran’s Isfahan using 2000-pound bunker buster bombs. Officials say multiple penetrator munitions were used, indicating hardened underground targets linked to Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure. Formerly hinted by President Donald Trump, the strike was followed by a dramatic video showing successive explosions, fires and thick smoke rising into the night sky. The visuals suggest secondary detonations likely caused by stored ammunition at the site.
The US struck a city housing a key Iranian nuclear site, while Iran retaliated with a drone attack on an oil tanker near Dubai. The escalating conflict has disrupted global oil supply, driven up fuel prices, and intensified tensions across the Middle East
31 March,2026 04:00 PM IST | Dubai | AFPEurope’s inflation rose to 2.5 per cent in March as the Iran war disrupted oil and gas supplies, pushing fuel prices higher. Energy costs surged while food and services saw moderate increases, impacting daily expenses across eurozone countries
Iran's Fars news agency reported explosions and power outages in parts of Tehran, where residents painted a picture of a city that is still clinging to some routine despite tight security
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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-
Visually impaired persons have stated how they waited an entire day for a cylinder or had to return the next day to take it themselves from the agency.
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