Continuous heavy snowfall has blanketed Kedarnath Dham and the entire Kedar Valley under three to four feet of snow, creating a mesmerising white landscape even as Uttarakhand Police and ITBP personnel maintain round-the-clock security in sub-zero temperatures
22 March,2026 08:14 PM IST | ANIRussian oil tanker MT Aqua Titan, chartered by Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd, arrived off the Mangaluru coast on Sunday, anchoring about 10 nautical miles in the Arabian Sea. A US LPG cargo ship from Texas also arrived at New Mangalore Port on the same day
22 March,2026 08:13 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the southern city of Arad, struck by Iranian missiles on Saturday, and warned that Iran's intercontinental ballistic missile attack on Diego Garcia — 4,000 km away — proves Tehran can reach deep into Europe and poses a danger to the entire world
22 March,2026 08:13 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Gadchiroli Police successfully conducted the constable recruitment written exam with 99.54 per cent attendance. Over 6,900 candidates appeared across 14 centres under tight security, with answer keys released the same day to ensure transparency in the selection process
22 March,2026 06:54 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAmid escalating West Asia tensions, a former diplomat highlights Iran’s strategic approach, Strait of Hormuz developments, and global diplomatic efforts involving the US and Japan. With no radiation leaks reported, the crisis continues to impact energy supplies and regional stability
22 March,2026 06:34 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentNearly 200 people were injured, including 11 seriously, after Iranian ballistic missiles struck Israel's Dimona and Arad after Israeli air defences failed to intercept at least two projectiles. Among the seriously injured were a 12-year-old boy in Dimona and a five-year-old girl in Arad
22 March,2026 06:23 PM IST | IANSINS Trikand, a frontline stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, completed a productive port call at Port Victoria, Seychelles, from March 16-20, participating in the first tri-services edition of Exercise Lamitiye 2026 alongside the Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Seychelles Defence Forces in the Indian Navy's maiden participation in the exercise
22 March,2026 06:22 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentMore than 5,500 people have been evacuated as Hawaii's Oahu island suffered its worst flooding in over 20 years, with heavy rain and thunderstorms continuing to batter the state. Hawaii Governor Josh Green warned of another 4-6 inches of rain on Oahu over the weekend
22 March,2026 06:21 PM IST | IANSSri Lanka's Ceylon Petroleum Corporation announced its third fuel price hike in less than a month, with all fuel products including auto diesel, petrol and kerosene rising by 60-90 rupees per litre from midnight Saturday. Auto diesel prices have surged to 382 rupees per litre from 281 rupees before the hikes began
22 March,2026 06:17 PM IST | IANSLeader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari alleged that a Lord Ram statue being sculpted for Ram Navami celebrations was vandalised in Nandigram's Bheturia area, accusing "jihadis" of severing the idol's head and blaming Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's "appeasement politics" for enabling such incidents
22 March,2026 06:17 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentParents of over 200 Jammu and Kashmir students stranded at the Azerbaijan border have demanded urgent Central government intervention, with students facing severe financial hardship, health issues including chest infections and influenza, and procedural delays that are issuing only 6-10 exit codes per day
22 March,2026 06:15 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentSaudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed a drone targeting its strategic eastern region, home to major oil resources, amid escalating Gulf tensions. The kingdom also downed multiple drones and a missile, condemning Iran and expelling Iranian military staff following repeated attacks
22 March,2026 06:12 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAmid a nationwide LPG crisis, the Indian government has directed CGD firms to prioritise PNG connections for commercial establishments. Additional LPG allocations, anti-hoarding raids, and fast-tracked gas infrastructure approvals aim to stabilise fuel supply and prevent shortages
22 March,2026 05:45 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentPrime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting with senior ministers on Sunday evening to review the petroleum, power and fertiliser sectors amid the evolving West Asia situation, with the focus on ensuring uninterrupted supply, stable logistics and efficient distribution
22 March,2026 03:29 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | PTIPrime Minister Narendra Modi has become the longest-serving head of an elected government in India, surpassing Pawan Kumar Chamling. With over two decades in leadership roles, he has also set multiple political and digital milestones
22 March,2026 01:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSources indicated that the lifting of these restrictions will return pricing to a market-driven model. While removing the caps, the Ministry cautioned airlines to maintain reasonable, transparent pricing and warned of potential regulatory intervention if unjustified surges occur
22 March,2026 11:41 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentIn a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote that the United States would “hit and obliterate” Iranian power plants if the vital shipping route is not reopened without threat
22 March,2026 10:17 AM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondentPolice said that the officer had left his house on a motorcycle around 7 am for work
22 March,2026 09:59 AM IST | Kerala | AgenciesIt will also draft national guidelines for prevention, control, and eradication, while identifying research gaps and promoting data generation
22 March,2026 09:56 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe ongoing crisis hits hard in different parts of the country
22 March,2026 09:53 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesOn World Water Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of conserving every drop of water. The Ministry of Jal Shakti will host the World Water Day Conclave 2026 to promote sustainable water management through collaboration between government, industry, and communities
22 March,2026 09:38 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Tensions in West Asia have escalated dramatically as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issues stern warnings about the far-reaching consequences of the conflict. Araghchi states that the unfolding war will send global shockwaves affecting all nations, regardless of wealth, religion or ethnicity. Recent developments include Iran's cluster missile strikes on Tel Aviv in retaliation for the assassination of top security official Larijani, as confirmed by the IRGC. Major General Abdollahi has warned of devastating retaliatory strikes and "unexpected surprises" if enemies persist. The wave of repercussions from West Asia is now sweeping across the globe, signaling a period of unprecedented geopolitical uncertainty. WATCH
The West Asia war escalated sharply as Iran launched missile strikes near Israel’s nuclear centre, injuring dozens, after Donald Trump warned of attacks on Iranian power plants. Tensions surged over the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a wider regional conflict and oil supply disruptions
22 March,2026 04:25 PM IST | Tehran | mid-day online correspondentTerrorism-related death surge is largely attributed to Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) attacks, escalating violence in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, and regional instability caused by Afghanistan’s Taliban resurgence
Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi indicated that the country could consider deploying its Self-Defense Forces (SDF) for minesweeping operations in the Strait of Hormuz if a ceasefire is achieved in the ongoing Middle East conflict
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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
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Mercury retrograde ends today, and the tarot card readers on social media say life may just get better now. True or not, I am glad “mysticore” is keeping me hopeful every day
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