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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 | mid-day online correspondent
World News

"No President should withdraw from NATO without Senate approval": Rubio's past w

A 2023 post by Marco Rubio opposing unilateral US exit from NATO has resurfaced after Donald Trump hinted at reviewing America’s role in the alliance

02 April,2026 09:01 AM IST | ANI
World News

Earthquake in northern Indonesian waters sets off small tsunami

Monitoring stations recorded small tsunami waves after a 7.4 magnitude quake hit the Molucca Sea, with shaking felt across nearby regions

02 April,2026 08:59 AM IST | Agencies
World News

US forces will 'finish the job' in Iran, says Trump; claims 'swift, decisive, ov

Donald Trump said US forces are close to achieving core objectives in Iran, including weakening its missile capabilities and preventing nuclear development

02 April,2026 08:55 AM IST | AP
World News

"Saplings of hope": Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei calls for national dr

Mojtaba Khamenei urged a nationwide effort to rebuild infrastructure and restore environmental damage following recent conflict, stressing resilience and future development

02 April,2026 08:53 AM IST | ANI
India News

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 | ANI
Opinion

Rohit Shetty is not above the law. No one is

As of April 1 night, there is no movement from the Mumbai Police to take action against Shetty

02 April,2026 08:26 AM IST | The Editorial
Opinion

Vicious turn on this pitch

L Sivaramakrishnan’s outburst at missing out on international commentary jobs had eyes opening wide. Hopefully, we’ll remember him primarily as a highly talented spinner

02 April,2026 08:23 AM IST | Clayton Murzello
India News

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 | Agencies
World News

Netherlands celebrates 25 years since first legal same-sex marriages

Netherlands marked a milestone anniversary of same-sex marriage legalization, with new weddings held in Amsterdam, where it all began in 2001

02 April,2026 08:19 AM IST | Agencies
India News

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 | Agencies
India News

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 | Agencies
Commercial LPG prices hiked by Rs 195.50; domestic cylinder rates unchanged

Commercial LPG prices hiked by Rs 195.50; domestic cylinder rates unchanged

Following the price hike, a 19-kg commercial cylinder in Mumbai now costs Rs 2,031.00, while in Delhi, it is priced at Rs 2,078.50. The last hike of Rs 114.50 was announced on March 1. The price rise is likely to affect hotels, restaurants, and small businesses that depend heavily on commercial gas

01 April,2026 05:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Centre rolls out duty cuts to help SEZ units amid Iran war disruptions

Centre rolls out duty cuts to help SEZ units amid Iran war disruptions

The relief has been implemented through an exemption notification under the Customs Act, 1962 and will remain in effect from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027

01 April,2026 05:06 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Woman detainee reports ASI demanding sexual favors; officer suspended in Akola

Woman detainee reports ASI demanding sexual favors; officer suspended in Akola

The woman had been apprehended in connection with a financial fraud case involving Rs 80 lakh and was being held at the Civil Lines Police Station lockup

01 April,2026 03:28 PM IST | Akola | mid-day online correspondent
Govt says LPG, petrol and diesel prices unchanged despite global surge

Govt says LPG, petrol and diesel prices unchanged despite global surge

The government stated that only commercial LPG cylinder prices have been revised upward, as they are market-linked and deregulated

01 April,2026 03:20 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra: Rape-accused godman Kharat’s son held by SIT, wife still absconding

Maharashtra: Rape-accused godman Kharat’s son held by SIT, wife still absconding

At least 10 FIRs, eight for alleged sexual assault or exploitation and two for cheating, have been registered against Kharat at Sarkarwada police station in Nashik, while the SIT has received more than 100 complaints over the phone against him

01 April,2026 02:58 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondent
CCS to meet at 7 PM today in national capital to review West Asia war impact

CCS to meet at 7 PM today in national capital to review West Asia war impact

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is set to meet in New Delhi to assess the impact of the escalating West Asia conflict on India. The review will cover key sectors such as food security, energy supply, fertilisers, trade, and the overall economy

01 April,2026 02:54 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
PM Modi in Assam: BJP has proven track record of delivering on promises

PM Modi in Assam: BJP has proven track record of delivering on promises

Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said the BJP is poised for a “hat-trick” victory in Assam, citing strong public support and governance performance

01 April,2026 02:45 PM IST | Guwahati | mid-day online correspondent
Premium fuels get costlier; regular petrol and diesel prices steady

Premium fuels get costlier; regular petrol and diesel prices steady

IOC has raised the price of its high-octane XP100 petrol to Rs 160 per litre in Delhi, up from Rs 149 earlier. This premium fuel is typically used in luxury vehicles and high-performance motorcycles to improve engine efficiency and performance

01 April,2026 01:37 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Crude oil prices fall up to 3 pc as US-Iran de-escalation hopes rise

Crude oil prices fall up to 3 pc as US-Iran de-escalation hopes rise

Brent crude futures dropped to an intraday low of USD 102.79 per barrel, down about 2.9 per cent from the day’s high of USD 105.86. At the time of reporting, Brent was trading around USD 103.19 per barrel, nearly 1 per cent lower

01 April,2026 01:27 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Top Hezbollah commander killed by Israel navy in Beirut, IDF confirms

    Top Hezbollah commander killed by Israel navy in Beirut, IDF confirms

    Israel says a targeted navy strike in Beirut killed senior Hezbollah commander Hajj Yusuf Ismail Hashem, who led the group’s Southern Front operations in Lebanon. The IDF said he oversaw rocket fire, drone attacks, and operational planning against Israeli territory. According to Israel, the strike was conducted with intelligence support and targeted a key figure responsible for rebuilding Hezbollah’s military capabilities along the northern front. Hashem reportedly had decades of experience and played a central role in coordinating attacks.

    01 April,2026 09:23 PM IST
    Iran attacks Kuwait, tanker off Qatar; strikes hit Tehran

    Iran attacks Kuwait, tanker off Qatar; strikes hit Tehran

    Iran reportedly struck an oil tanker near Qatar as regional tensions escalated, with airstrikes hitting Tehran. US President Donald Trump hinted at a possible withdrawal if Iran’s nuclear ambitions are curbed

    02 April,2026 08:12 AM IST | Dubai | Agencies

    Robotaxi outage leaves pax stranded on busy highway

    Passengers were left stranded in Wuhan, China after over 100 Baidu robotaxis stopped suddenly due to a system malfunction. With no injuries reported, commuters exited vehicles after activating emergency protocols

    02 April,2026 08:11 AM IST | Beijing | Agencies

    World’s heaviest cargo drone CY-8 takes off in China test

    The aircraft completed its first test flight on Tuesday in Zhengzhou, located in central China’s Henan province

    02 April,2026 08:09 AM IST | Beijing | Agencies
    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    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 correspondent

    CM opens Pune double-deck flyover

    Move to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road

    20 August,2025 10:17 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal

    Happy Krishna Janmashtami: Messages and Wishes to share with family

    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-

    05 August,2025 11:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    It takes a village to build a library

    It takes a village to build a library

    Once a common presence in urban ecosystems, the library today stands at crossroads, as it faces an existential crisis in the digital age

    31 March,2026 08:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez
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