At least 17 Palestinians, mostly women and children, were killed in Israeli fire in Gaza, hospital officials said. The deaths come amid a fragile ceasefire that began on October 10, 2025, with Gaza’s health ministry reporting over 530 fatalities since the truce took effect
12 February,2026 02:12 PM IST | APThe Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) commenced Class 10 and 12 examinations on Thursday with strict security arrangements in place. In Ajmer, 127 Class 10 students appeared for the English exam across seven schools
12 February,2026 02:01 PM IST | ANIA joint forum of central trade unions claimed that around 30 crore workers were mobilised for the “general strike”. The immediate demands of the unions include scrapping of the four labour codes and rules, withdrawal of the Draft Seed Bill and Electricity Amendment Bill
12 February,2026 01:27 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will introduce On-Screen Marking (OSM) for evaluation of Class 12 Board exam answer sheets from 2026 to enhance transparency, accuracy and efficiency. While Class 12 copies will be digitally evaluated, Class 10 answer sheets will continue to be assessed in physical mode
12 February,2026 12:54 PM IST | ANICongress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the government of ignoring workers and farmers while negotiating the India-US trade deal, questioning whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi will heed their concerns or if a “grip” on him is too strong. He reiterated that the agreement compromised India’s interests
12 February,2026 12:54 PM IST | PTIInstagram CEO Adam Mosseri denied that social media use amounts to clinical addiction while testifying in a landmark California trial against Meta and YouTube. The case, centred on allegations that platforms knowingly hooked children for profit, could set a major legal precedent for similar lawsuits across the US
12 February,2026 12:46 PM IST | AFPThe US and Mexico seized several tons of cocaine from a vessel in the Pacific Ocean in a coordinated operation near Clarion Island. Multiple arrests were made amid ongoing tensions over drug cartels and border security. A free trade agreement between the two neighbors and Canada is up for renegotiation this year
12 February,2026 12:46 PM IST | AFPPolice identified the British Columbia school shooter as an 18-year-old transgender female who killed eight people, including her mother and stepbrother, before dying by suicide. Police also revised on Wednesday the number of victims in Tuesday's shootings at a school and a home downwards to eight
12 February,2026 11:28 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentA Thane court has acquitted three men accused of conspiring to cause harm using explosives allegedly found in an SUV in Mumbra in 2017. The court cited lack of eyewitnesses and ruled that the prosecution failed to establish a clear link between the accused and the seized explosive materials
12 February,2026 11:17 AM IST | PTIThe incident occurred around 3.15 pm on February 8 when a Lamborghini Revuelto — an Italian luxury sports car worth over Rs 10 crore — rammed into pedestrians and vehicles in the upscale Gwaltoli area near Rev-3 Mall
12 February,2026 11:11 AM IST | mid-day online correspondentFormer Devaswom Board President N Vasu was released on statutory bail in the Sabarimala gold theft case after spending 90 days in custody. Bail was granted as the charge sheet has not yet been filed. Concerns remain over potential destruction of evidence in the ongoing investigation
12 February,2026 09:46 AM IST | ANIDuring MIT-WPU’s World Cultural Festival in Pune, a Bangladesh food stall was allegedly vandalised and its flag burned. The university has lodged a police complaint and is investigating the incident, reaffirming its commitment to a safe and inclusive campus environment
12 February,2026 09:26 AM IST | ANIThe notice was served as claims over the status of the book and the alleged circulation of unauthorised versions intensified, drawing the publisher, the former Army chief and senior political figures into a widening public dispute
12 February,2026 09:03 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesFour robotic tele-surgeries were successfully performed at Delhi’s Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, with surgeons remotely operating from Vapi, Gujarat, using the Mizzo Endo 4000 system. High-speed networks enabled real-time transmission of surgical commands and visuals
12 February,2026 08:57 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesAround 120 students were hospitalised in Farrukhabad and Mainpuri districts after falling ill during a school deworming drive. Children complained of headache and vomiting shortly after receiving Albendazole tablets, prompting immediate medical attention. Authorities are investigating the incident
12 February,2026 08:47 AM IST | Farrukhabad | AgenciesIn a January 28 directive, the Home Ministry stated that Vande Mataram will be sung before Jan Gana Mana when both are played together, marking the 150th year of the national song
12 February,2026 08:37 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesDuring the Union Budget debate, Rahul Gandhi accused the government of “selling Bharat Mata” through the India-US interim trade agreement, claiming it weakens India’s energy independence
12 February,2026 08:15 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesA bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi was hearing pleas, including one filed by the father of late Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, the Pilot-in-Command of Air India flight AI-171 that crashed June on 12, 2025, seeking an independent, court-monitored investigation into the tragedy
11 February,2026 10:55 PM IST | New Delhi | IANSRatnagiri emerged as the hottest location, recording a maximum temperature of 35.4 degrees Celsius with 50 per cent humidity. Solapur followed at 34.4 degrees Celsius, while the Thane Belapur Industrial Area recorded 34.0 degrees Celsius
11 February,2026 09:01 PM IST | MumbaiThe incident occurred on Tuesday during the English examination conducted by the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education in Ambad tehsil
11 February,2026 08:27 PM IST | Jalna | mid-day online correspondentThe quake, measuring 3.0 on the Richter Scale, was felt at around 3:25 pm in parts of Mukhed tehsil, including Hibbett, Kolgaon, Dhamangaon, Motarga, Dhanaj and Jamkhed, officials said
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Tensions between the United States and Iran are rising after President Donald Trump warned Tehran it could face military consequences if it refuses limits on nuclear enrichment and missile programs. The remarks come as negotiations remain uncertain. At the same time, new allegations claim Iran’s protest crackdown may have expanded into medical facilities treating injured demonstrators.
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense detected 17 Chinese military aircraft, seven naval vessels, and an official ship near its territorial waters, with 14 sorties crossing the median line into northern, southwestern, and southeastern ADIZ. Authorities are monitoring and responding to the activity
12 February,2026 09:20 AM IST | Taipei | ANIUS President Donald Trump hailed the India-US trade deal as "historic," highlighting plans to boost coal exports and strengthen bilateral trade. The framework includes India’s intent to purchase USD 500 billion of US energy, technology, and industrial products over five years
Voters in Bangladesh queued from 6 am for the 13th parliamentary elections, expressing hope for free and fair polls. First-time and experienced voters alike showed enthusiasm, with tight security and orderly arrangements marking a significant day in the nation’s political history
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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-
Hawkers will certainly exacerbate that situation as they constrict the space and may have to run out themselves, with or without their goods
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