Kiren Rijiju accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading “lies” in his Lok Sabha speech on the Union Budget and said the ruling alliance will seek to expunge his statements. He criticized Gandhi for making unnotified allegations, leaving the House immediately, and failing to contribute substantively
11 February,2026 05:00 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentUttar Pradesh will present its biggest-ever budget today for 2026-27, Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak said. The budget aims to improve living standards for women, youth, farmers and the poor while strengthening infrastructure, health, education and basic services
11 February,2026 04:47 PM IST | ANIRahul Gandhi alleged in the Lok Sabha that Anil Ambani’s name appears in Epstein-related files and questioned government inaction, while the MEA dismissed earlier claims linking Prime Minister Modi to Epstein emails as baseless
11 February,2026 03:38 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentWhile speaking at a press conference, he questioned the role of the aviation company. Citing statements from Manoj Pawar, the handler of the Arrow company, the NCP (SP) leader indicated that poor visibility in Baramati may not have caused the crash
11 February,2026 03:28 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe case was registered on Tuesday following a complaint that the officer, posted at the CR Park police station, had demanded Rs 25 lakh to ensure no legal action would be taken against the complainant in connection with the property dispute
11 February,2026 03:28 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe court also imposed a fine of Rs one lakh on each convict under section 21 (c) of the NDPS Act. They were additionally sentenced to 10 years' imprisonment and a fine of Rs.
11 February,2026 03:08 PM IST | AgenciesLeader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said India’s greatest assets are its 1.4 billion people and their data, asserting that the Union Budget fails to adequately protect them. Speaking in the Lok Sabha during the Budget debate, he highlighted AI, food and energy as key pillars of national strength and accused the government of compromising
11 February,2026 03:05 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Lok Sabha reconvened on Wednesday and began Question Hour amid continued Opposition sloganeering. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted allocations of Rs 22,000 crore for Green Energy Corridor projects, while discussion on the Union Budget is set to continue later in the day
11 February,2026 03:04 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentLeader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said an INDIA bloc government would have negotiated with the US on “equal” terms and not allowed India to be equated with Pakistan. Speaking during the Union Budget discussion in the Lok Sabha, he emphasised protecting India’s data, energy security and farmers
11 February,2026 03:03 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentDelhi Police on Wednesday arrested a self-styled ‘baba’ in connection with the deaths of three people whose bodies were found inside a locked car near the Peeragarhi flyover. The accused, identified as Kamaruddin, was reportedly in contact with the victims for a year and is being questioned to determine the motive and sequence of events
11 February,2026 02:24 PM IST | PTIThe BJP on Wednesday accused Rahul Gandhi of misleading the nation over former Army chief Gen M.M. Naravane’s unpublished memoir, asserting that the book has not been released. While the ruling party demanded an apology, Opposition leaders questioned the government’s response, keeping the controversy alive in Parliament
11 February,2026 01:37 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentNCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, admitted to Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune due to throat issues, coughing and chest congestion, is stable and steadily improving. Doctors said his vital parameters are normal and discharge is likely in two days
11 February,2026 01:24 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentNearly 20 residents were trapped after a gallery collapsed in the Sant Vinobabhave Nagar slum in Ahmedabad’s Amraiwadi area on Wednesday. Eight to ten people have been rescued so far, seven of whom sustained minor to moderate injuries. No deaths have been reported, and rescue operations are ongoing
11 February,2026 01:16 PM IST | Ahmedabad | IANSPolling began at 7 a.m. for municipal elections in 116 municipalities and seven corporations in Telangana, with over 52 lakh voters eligible to cast their votes. A total of 12,944 candidates are contesting across 2,981 wards amid tight security arrangements. Counting will take place after repolling, if required
11 February,2026 11:43 AM IST | Hyderabad | IANSThe meeting was aimed to assess and strengthen the overall security framework for ensuring safety of the tourists, they said. Officers from the district police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) held detailed discussions on the effective implementation of the standard operating procedures (SOPs)
11 February,2026 11:35 AM IST | Jammu | AgenciesSeychelles President Patrick Herminie departed for home after concluding a successful visit in India. During his visit, he was seen off at the airport by Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare
11 February,2026 11:16 AM IST | New Delhi | ANIA 30-foot-high condom billboard with the message ‘Just Use It’ has been installed in Aizawl to raise HIV awareness ahead of International Condom Day on Feb 13, marking a first-of-its-kind prevention campaign in the city. The ‘blink-a-100-times-but-you-cannot-miss-it’ message is the initiative of Aids Healthcare Foundation (AHF)-India Cares
11 February,2026 10:44 AM IST | Aizawl | Hemal AsharThe lawyer of tobacco baron KK Mishra’s son Shivam Mishra claimed that Shivam was not driving the luxury sports car that rammed into pedestrians, despite police saying CCTV footage and eyewitnesses place him behind the wheel. His father, KK Mishra, also made similar claims. “My son was not driving the car. He was asleep
11 February,2026 08:39 AM IST | Kanpur | AgenciesFresh violence broke out in Manipur’s Ukhrul district after an alleged assault on a Tangkhul Naga man, with abandoned houses set ablaze and shots fired, prompting authorities to suspend internet services for five days. The state government has suspended internet services in the district for five days, police said
11 February,2026 08:37 AM IST | Imphal | AgenciesThe DGCA stated that, in the wake of the VT-SSK crash, the audit will be conducted in phases, starting with larger operators. The special safety review, which began on February 4, 2026, also includes VSR Ventures
10 February,2026 10:35 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAnother BJP corporator, Deepaksingh Rawat, was chosen as Deputy Mayor of the Nanded Waghala Municipal Corporation (NWMC), where elections were conducted last month alongside 28 other civic bodies across the state
10 February,2026 10:34 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
US lawmakers have introduced “Virginia’s Law,” a proposal aimed at removing time limits for survivors seeking civil action in abuse and trafficking cases connected to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Supporters say trauma often delays reporting, while critics warn of legal and political implications.
Nine people were killed in a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, with seven victims found inside a local high school and two at a nearby home. The suspected shooter was found dead at the school in an apparent suicide. Several others were injured as police continue to investigate the motive
11 February,2026 01:15 PM IST | Ottawa | IANSThe Gordie Howe International Bridge, which would connect Ontario and Michigan and would be a vital economic artery between the two countries, is scheduled to open this year. But Trump has now threatened to block the bridge from being opened
Iran’s armed forces warned adversaries of a stronger and wider response to any threats, amid rising tensions due to increased US military presence in the region. In a statement issued on Tuesday, on the eve of the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution’s victory, the General Staff praised the Iranian nation’s endurance and pledged firm defence
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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-
With the recent passing of the writer, the curtains come down on the lives of India’s decorated chronicler couple who made wanderlust cool, well before Instagrammers called the shots
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