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Over 6 lakh passengers return to India amid West Asia conflict, says Govt

Over 6 lakh passengers return to India amid West Asia conflict, says Govt

Around 90 flights are expected to operate from the United Arab Emirates to India on Thursday alone. In addition, flights are continuing from airports in Saudi Arabia and Oman, facilitating the movement of Indian nationals

Nashik court sends Ashok Kharat to seven-day police custody in second rape case

Kharat, who was arrested by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Wednesday in connection with the second case, was produced via video conferencing from jail before Chief Judicial Magistrate B N Ichpurani, who remanded him to SIT custody till April 8

02 April,2026 05:40 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondent

Parliament clears bill to make Amaravati Andhra Pradesh’s permanent capital

The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which will scuttle any future bid to alter the decision of making Amaravati the capital of the southern state was passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday

02 April,2026 05:13 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

IMD issues orange alert as Pune witnesses hailstorms and thunderstorms

After a sharp rise in temperatures earlier in the day, a sudden weather shift brought intense showers to Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad around 2:30 pm, catching commuters and pedestrians off guard during peak hours. Many were seen scrambling for shelter as the downpour intensified

02 April,2026 04:32 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent

Mamata Banerjee slams attack on judges, accuses BJP of unrest plot

Banerjee accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of attempting to incite unrest and create conditions for the imposition of President’s Rule in West Bengal

02 April,2026 04:23 PM IST | Suti/Sagardighi | mid-day online correspondent

Ashok Mittal replaces Raghav Chadha as AAP deputy leader in Rajya Sabha

Additionally, the party has reportedly requested the Secretariat not to allocate speaking time to the outgoing deputy leader, indicating a clear and immediate transition

02 April,2026 03:44 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Rahul Gandhi vows to repeal CAPF bill, calls it discriminatory

Rahul Gandhi alleged that the government is attempting to institutionalise discrimination against CAPF personnel through the proposed law

02 April,2026 03:26 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Akola ASI arrested for allegedly seeking sexual favours from woman in custody

The incident took place at the Civil Lines police station in Akola, where a woman was lodged after being arrested by cyber police in connection with an alleged fraud case involving Rs 80 lakh

02 April,2026 01:40 PM IST | Akola | mid-day online correspondent

Govt waives customs duty on petrochemicals amid West Asia crisis

In an official statement, the Ministry of Finance said the decision was taken in response to disruptions in global supply chains caused by escalating tensions in West Asia

02 April,2026 01:32 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Rahul flags issues in ex-servicemen health scheme, demands better system

Rahul Gandhi highlighted shortcomings in the ECHS, citing delays, lack of medicines and funding gaps affecting ex-servicemen. The government acknowledged payment delays but said efforts are ongoing to improve services and maintain healthcare support

02 April,2026 01:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

No shortage of fuel or gas in India, says Rajnath Singh amid West Asia tensions

The defence minister further said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was using his diplomatic skills to protect Indian interests in the Gulf region

02 April,2026 01:06 PM IST | Thiruvananthapuram | mid-day online correspondent

PM Modi launches Karmayogi Sadhana Week, stresses ‘Nagrik Devo Bhav’

The week-long initiative under Mission Karmayogi aims to enhance civil servants’ capabilities nationwide, with training programs, workshops, and webinars focused on Technology, Tradition, and Tangible Outcomes, marking five years of the mission and the Foundation Day of the Capacity Building Commission

02 April,2026 12:35 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
No shortage of fuel or gas in India, says Rajnath Singh amid West Asia tensions

No shortage of fuel or gas in India, says Rajnath Singh amid West Asia tensions

The defence minister further said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was using his diplomatic skills to protect Indian interests in the Gulf region

02 April,2026 01:06 PM IST | Thiruvananthapuram | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi launches Karmayogi Sadhana Week, stresses ‘Nagrik Devo Bhav’

PM Modi launches Karmayogi Sadhana Week, stresses ‘Nagrik Devo Bhav’

The week-long initiative under Mission Karmayogi aims to enhance civil servants’ capabilities nationwide, with training programs, workshops, and webinars focused on Technology, Tradition, and Tangible Outcomes, marking five years of the mission and the Foundation Day of the Capacity Building Commission

02 April,2026 12:35 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Jain monk’s Maharani Tararani remark triggers political, public outrage

Jain monk’s Maharani Tararani remark triggers political, public outrage

Acharya Nay Padmasagar’s claim that Maharani Tararani was a Jain queen has stirred controversy as the statement goes against history claiming her as the daughter-in-law of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and one the most important figures in Maratha history

02 April,2026 11:46 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Defence exports have surged record high with 62 per cent: Rajnath Singh

Defence exports have surged record high with 62 per cent: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says, "India's defence exports have touched a new all-time high with a record Rs 38,424 crore in FY 2025-26. It marks a robust 62.66 per cent growth over the previous fiscal"

02 April,2026 11:11 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
NASA launches historic crewed Moon mission after 50 years

NASA launches historic crewed Moon mission after 50 years

Astronauts aboard Orion are conducting proximity operations and manual piloting as part of critical mission tests during Artemis II. Astronauts aboard Orion have begun a 10-day mission around the Moon

02 April,2026 10:28 AM IST | Florida | mid-day online correspondent

Himanta Biswa Sarma 'most corrupt CM' in India, says Rahul Gandhi in Assam

Calling Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma the "most corrupt CM" in India, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday alleged that Sarma, along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, is running a "land ATM" in the state to give land to big corporates by snatching it from the public. (Pics/PTI)

02 April,2026 03:37 PM IST | ronak mastakar
Blast outside BJP office in Chandigarh; probe underway

Blast outside BJP office in Chandigarh; probe underway

An explosion near the Bharatiya Janata Party office in Chandigarh’s Sector 37 caused panic on Wednesday evening. Police said a crude explosive device was used, with multiple agencies launching an investigation

02 April,2026 08:50 AM IST | Chandigarh | ANI

Goa: Luthra brothers get bail in club fire case; to remain in custody

Goa: Luthra brothers get bail in club fire case; to remain in custody

Gioa nightclub fire: Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra secured bail in the Mapusa sessions court for the Goa fire tragedy, but remain jailed over a separate forgery case

02 April,2026 08:22 AM IST | Panaji | Agencies

Lt Gen. Seth takes charge as Army Vice Chief

Lt Gen. Seth takes charge as Army Vice Chief

Dhiraj Seth assumed charge as Vice Chief of the Army Staff, succeeding Pushpendra Singh. The decorated officer reviewed a guard of honour at a ceremony in New Delhi

02 April,2026 08:17 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies

Telangana cracks down on illegal food units

Telangana cracks down on illegal food units

Authorities launched a major crackdown on food adulteration units, including those producing ginger-garlic paste and bakery items like Osmania biscuits. In March alone, 61 cases were registered, 64 people arrested, and over 14,000 kg of products seized

02 April,2026 08:14 AM IST | Hyderabad | Agencies

Iran war oil crisis: India slashes fuel taxes by Rs 10 as oil crosses $100

    Iran war oil crisis: India slashes fuel taxes by Rs 10 as oil crosses $100

    India has slashed fuel taxes to protect consumers after global crude oil prices surged above $100 per barrel amid the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz tensions. The government reduced excise duty by Rs 10 per litre on both petrol and diesel following an emergency late-night meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

    27 March,2026 10:53 PM IST
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