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Maharashtra AQI alert: Nagpur and Amaravati record poor air quality at 232

Overall, while daytime temperatures remained slightly below average in many interior districts, Maharashtra continued to witness pleasant winter conditions, with no extreme variations reported

25 January,2026 01:48 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Noida techie death: Father seeks justice for negligence

Meanwhile, on Thursday, two persons have been arrested by the Noida Police following the case of 27-year-old techie Yuvraj Mehta, who lost his life after his car broke through a waterlogged pit near a public road in Sector-150, officials said on Thursday

25 January,2026 10:05 AM IST | ANI
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Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 hits Afghanistan: National Centre for Seismology

The earthquake struck at a shallow depth of 10 km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

25 January,2026 09:57 AM IST | ANI
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Iconic landmarks across India glow in tricolour hues ahead of Republic Day

Major landmarks, including the Salal Dam in Jammu and Kashmir, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai, and the Government buildings in Lucknow, reflected a vibrant, patriotic atmosphere in the cities.

25 January,2026 09:52 AM IST | ANI
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Bangladesh: Former Awami League MP Bahauddin Nasim alleges ISI presence, growing

Speaking from an undisclosed location to ANI, Nasim claimed that senior officials linked to Pakistan's military intelligence had recently visited Bangladesh. He said, "The ISI's second-in-command had visited Dhaka. The Generals from the Pakistan army had been frequenting Dhaka."

25 January,2026 09:47 AM IST | ANI
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US federal agents kill another person in Minneapolis amid immigration crackdown

On Saturday, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara confirmed that a 37-year-old man succumbed to multiple gunshot injuries after being taken to hospital.

25 January,2026 09:43 AM IST | ANI
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Torrential rains trigger Java landslide, killing eight, 82 missing

Days of torrential rains had caused rivers to burst their banks, tearing through Pasir Langu village in the West Bandung district of West Java province. Mud, rocks and trees tumbled down the mountainside, burying some 34 houses.

25 January,2026 09:39 AM IST | Agencies
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US: Zohran Mamdani broadens child care programme to include all families

Mamdani has been a vocal critic of the anti-immigrant rhetoric, has said that his administration is “proud” that New York City is an “immigrant city.” At roundtable  to build awareness about the child care program, Mamdani announced that the New York administration won’t check immigration status for universal child care enrollees. 

25 January,2026 09:35 AM IST | Agencies
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Iran commander warns US that they have their ‘finger on trigger’

The warning from Iran’s paramilitary force, Revolutionary Guard, comes as US warships head towards the West Asias country, reigniting international tensions

25 January,2026 09:31 AM IST | Agencies
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Accidental firing ruled out; police confirm murder-suicide in Jadeja-Gohil case

A day after MP’s nephew claimed his gun misfired, forensic reports have ruled out an ‘accidental firing’; investigators said the couple had an argument before the incident

25 January,2026 09:16 AM IST | Agencies
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Mad World: Ham ek, hamare do

A young woman has gone viral in Thailand for being romantically involved with a set of twin brothers at the same time, who have no problem in sharing a common girlfriend

25 January,2026 08:01 AM IST | Agencies
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Arre re Rahman

You scored masterpieces from Mani Ratnam’s trilogy to Taal, to Maa Tujhe Salaam to Rockstar to Chaiya Chaiya and Vande Matraram, and Sir Andrew Webber’s Bombay Dreams and Slumdog Millionaire

25 January,2026 07:54 AM IST | Rahul da Cunha
No internal democracy in Congress, alleges former leader Shakeel Ahmad

No internal democracy in Congress, alleges former leader Shakeel Ahmad

Former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmad criticised Rahul Gandhi over Congress’s repeated electoral losses, alleging lack of internal democracy and centralised decision-making. He also claimed Rahul Gandhi is uncomfortable working with senior leaders and that dissent within the party is suppressed

24 January,2026 11:01 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
MHA tableau to showcase new criminal laws at Republic Day Parade

MHA tableau to showcase new criminal laws at Republic Day Parade

The Ministry of Home Affairs will showcase the implementation of India’s three new criminal laws in a special tableau at the 77th Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path. The display will highlight the shift from colonial-era laws to a technology-driven, citizen-centric justice system under the theme “Dand Se Nyay Ki Or"

24 January,2026 09:44 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
 President Murmu inaugurates ‘Granth Kutir’ at Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Murmu inaugurates ‘Granth Kutir’ at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Granth Kutir has been developed at Rashtrapati Bhavan to enhance awareness among people about the rich cultural and literary heritage of India. The people can see the collection of books and manuscripts in the Granth Kutir during their tour to Rashtrapati Bhavan

24 January,2026 09:08 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
About a dozen Ahmedabad schools receive hoax bomb threat emails

About a dozen Ahmedabad schools receive hoax bomb threat emails

The bomb threat emails received by several schools in the morning caused panic among school authorities and parents, but were later found to be hoaxes, police said. Prominent institutions, including DPS, Army School and Mahatma Gandhi International School, were among those that received the threats

24 January,2026 06:23 PM IST | Ahmedabad | PTI
MP: Nine fall ill due to water contamination in Indore’s Mhow tehsil

MP: Nine fall ill due to water contamination in Indore’s Mhow tehsil

At least nine people fell ill from contaminated drinking water in Mhow, Indore. Authorities are treating patients, checking water quality, and monitoring the outbreak. A similar incident last month in Bhagirathpura caused seven confirmed deaths

24 January,2026 04:57 PM IST | Indore | PTI
Kashmir sees weather relief after snowfall as Srinagar airport resumes operation

Kashmir sees weather relief after snowfall as Srinagar airport resumes operation

Weather conditions improved across the Kashmir Valley on Saturday after a day of widespread snowfall, rain and strong winds. Flight operations at Srinagar airport resumed after snow clearance, though night temperatures remained below freezing across the region. The Meteorological Department has forecast light rain and snow at isolated places

24 January,2026 02:56 PM IST | Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | PTI
Nabarangpur becomes Naxal-free after Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh

Nabarangpur becomes Naxal-free after Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh

Odisha’s Nabarangpur district has been declared “Naxal-free” after nine Maoists, including seven women carrying a combined bounty of Rs 47 lakh, surrendered in neighbouring Chhattisgarh. Police said the district has not witnessed major Naxal activity since 2011, marking a significant achievement as Maoist influence in Odisha

24 January,2026 12:53 PM IST | Bhubaneswar | PTI
Hearing on ED chargesheet against Robert Vadra postponed to Feb 26

Hearing on ED chargesheet against Robert Vadra postponed to Feb 26

A Delhi court on Saturday postponed the hearing on taking cognisance of the Enforcement Directorate’s chargesheet against businessman Robert Vadra in a money laundering case linked to UK-based defence dealer Sanjay Bhandari. The hearing was deferred after the ED sought more time to submit pending documents

24 January,2026 12:53 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | IANS
Cold wave grips North India as Mount Abu records minus 7 degrees Celsius

Cold wave grips North India as Mount Abu records minus 7 degrees Celsius

Rajasthan’s only hill station, Mount Abu, recorded its coldest day of the season as temperatures plunged to a chilling minus 7 degrees Celsius amid an intense cold wave gripping North India. Frost blanketed grasslands, ponds froze overnight, and icy winds kept residents and tourists huddled around bonfires, marking one of the harshest winter spells

24 January,2026 11:57 AM IST | Mount Abu (Rajasthan) | ANI
Trump Downsizes NATO’s Role In Afghanistan, Sparking Fury From UK Leaders

    Trump Downsizes NATO’s Role In Afghanistan, Sparking Fury From UK Leaders

    Keir Starmer has openly criticized US President Donald Trump after his controversial remarks about NATO and Afghanistan. Starmer called Trump’s comments “insulting and frankly appalling”, arguing they undermine the sacrifices of British veterans and the long-standing value of NATO allies. This confrontation stems from Trump’s recent Fox News interview, where he minimized NATO’s role and questioned the extent of Allied involvement in Afghanistan. Starmer’s response was strong and clear, he expects a formal apology and is standing firmly behind the British Armed Forces and NATO partners. WATCH 

    25 January,2026 04:11 AM IST
    Indian-origin man arrested for killing wife, three relatives in Georgia

    Indian-origin man arrested for killing wife, three relatives in Georgia

    The 51-year-old was arrested in Lawrenceville, Georgia, for allegedly killing his wife and three relatives over a family dispute. Police say three children in the home were unharmed, and the motive appears domestic-related

    24 January,2026 11:31 PM IST | New York   | mid-day online correspondent

    US may roll back 25 per cent tariffs on India, hints Treasury Secy Scott Bessent

    US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Indian refinery purchases of Russian crude had “collapsed” due to tariffs imposed by the US. While the tariffs remain in place, he hinted at a diplomatic “path” to remove them if India adjusts its energy sourcing

    24 January,2026 11:12 PM IST | Davos | mid-day online correspondent

    Trump threatens 100 percent tariff on Canada over China trade talks

    Referring to the Canadian Prime Minister as "Governor," Trump said the United States would impose a 100 per cent tariff on Canadian goods should Ottawa deepen trade ties with Beijing. "China will eat Canada alive, completely devour it" added Trump.

    24 January,2026 10:19 PM IST | Washington DC (US) | ANI
    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
    Look into pay-related complaints of police personnel

    Look into pay-related complaints of police personnel

    Police personnel who risk their lives to ensure free, fair and peaceful elections are valued at just Rs 500 said a spokesperson, adding that every police officer, employee and home guard deployed for election duty should be paid a minimum allowance of Rs 5000

    23 January,2026 06:51 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
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    21 January,2026 07:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank Shekhar
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