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Ashok Kharat case: Godman’s wife, close aide killed, son injured in accident

The deceased were identified as Jitendra Shelke (55) and his wife Anuradha (50), an official said, adding that their son sustained serious injuries in the accident

17 April,2026 05:28 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Women's Reservation Act: Govt wants to change electoral map, says Rahul Gandhi

Speaking during a debate in the Lok Sabha, Gandhi argued that the bill does not genuinely focus on women’s reservation. He alleged that it is being presented under the guise of women’s empowerment while pursuing a different political objective

17 April,2026 04:53 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Gujarat HC dismisses Asaram Ashram plea, clears takeover of Motera land

Gujarat High Court dismissed Asaram Ashram Trust’s plea in a land dispute, allowing the state to reclaim over 45,000 sq m in Ahmedabad, citing encroachment and repeated violations of allotment conditions

17 April,2026 04:43 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

Iran wants full ceasefire across region from Lebanon to Red Sea: Deputy FM

Elaborating on Tehran's rigid stance against incremental deals, the Deputy Foreign Minister said, "We are not accepting any temporary ceasefire." He maintained that the current wave of violence "should end here once and for all" rather than being merely paused

17 April,2026 04:37 PM IST | ANI
India News

CM Fadnavis accuses TMC of voter list manipulation, defends SIR exercise

Speaking at a press conference in Kolkata, CM Fadnavis questioned why the TMC was opposing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists. He claimed that individuals whose names were removed for “valid reasons” had not raised objections

17 April,2026 04:30 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Nashik TCS case: Will bust entire module, no one will be spared, says Fadnavis

Speaking at a press conference, CM Fadnavis stated that the multinational company had taken the matter seriously and initiated necessary steps to support the investigation

17 April,2026 04:28 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan to embark on two-day visit to Sri Lanka

India’s Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will undertake a two-day visit to Sri Lanka from April 19, marking the first-ever bilateral trip by an Indian Vice President to the country. He is scheduled to meet President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya to strengthen bilateral ties and regional cooperation

17 April,2026 03:56 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

West Asia war: European allies capable to clear mines in Hormuz, says France

European countries have expressed readiness to support mine-clearing and escort operations to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, as global leaders prepare for a Paris summit led by the UK and France to discuss reopening the key trade route and ensuring maritime safety

17 April,2026 03:04 PM IST | ANI
India News

Heatwave alert in Kerala as UV levels surge in state, govt issues advisory

The Kerala Health Department has highlighted that the UV index is particularly severe between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., making direct sun exposure during these hours especially dangerous

17 April,2026 02:50 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Congress MPs slams Centre over Women’s Bill, demands all-party meet

Congress leaders, including Mallu Ravi, accused the Centre of misleading Parliament over the Women’s Reservation Bill and objected to its linkage with the Delimitation Bill. The party has demanded an all-party meeting before voting, while leaders like Ujjwal Raman Singh and Imran Masood called for wider consultations, including a caste census

17 April,2026 02:50 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Amravati case sparks row as Pyare Khan targets Navneet Rana

Maharashhtra's Minority Commission chief Pyare Khan accused Navneet Rana of fuelling communal tension over the Amravati exploitation case involving minors, demanding her expulsion as police continue investigating the disturbing incident

17 April,2026 02:33 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

SC declines relief to Pawan Khera in Assam CM’s wife passport row

The Supreme Court of India refused to grant interim protection to Pawan Khera in a case linked to allegations against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife. The court directed him to seek anticipatory bail from a competent court in Assam while asking for an expeditious hearing of his plea

17 April,2026 02:23 PM IST | PTI
Modi lauds Harivansh for third-term victory as RS Deputy Chairman

Modi lauds Harivansh for third-term victory as RS Deputy Chairman

In a special parliament session, PM Modi congratulated Harivansh Narayan Singh on his re-election as Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman for the third consecutive term. He said the re-election “shows deep trust of this house in you” and praised Harivansh for his simple, efficient, and disciplined working style

17 April,2026 02:09 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
FSSAI cracks down on illegal fruit ripening agents, orders nation-wide checks

FSSAI cracks down on illegal fruit ripening agents, orders nation-wide checks

FSSAI has ordered strict nationwide checks to curb the illegal use of calcium carbide and other harmful substances for fruit ripening, directing authorities to intensify inspections and take legal action against violators to ensure consumer safety

17 April,2026 01:47 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Ashok Kharat case: ED conducts fresh raids in Nashik

Ashok Kharat case: ED conducts fresh raids in Nashik

Officials stated that a property linked to Ashok Kharat in Sharanpur town was raided, where documents and electronic devices are currently under scrutiny

17 April,2026 01:35 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondent
ED raids Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora’s premises in FEMA probe

ED raids Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora’s premises in FEMA probe

Officials are probing alleged financial irregularities, including money laundering, insider trading, illegal land deals and round-tripping of funds from the UAE linked to Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, his son and associates

17 April,2026 12:51 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Sahyadri’s secret serpents get spotlight with new poster

Sahyadri’s secret serpents get spotlight with new poster

Mhadei Research Center unveiled a poster highlighting 18 endemic snake species of the Northern Western Ghats, aiming to raise awareness about conservation in the ecologically rich Sahyadri region

17 April,2026 12:32 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet Jadhav
Sensex and Nifty opens in green as ceasefire optimism lifts markets

Sensex and Nifty opens in green as ceasefire optimism lifts markets

BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 traded higher, supported by ceasefire optimism and foreign inflows. Markets showed resilience despite global caution, with investors closely tracking West Asia developments

17 April,2026 12:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Patient rescued after threatening to jump from 5th floor ledge at Delhi hospital

Patient rescued after threatening to jump from 5th floor ledge at Delhi hospital

A man admitted to Kailash Deepak Hospital in Delhi’s Anand Vihar was safely rescued after he climbed onto a fifth-floor balcony ledge and threatened to jump. Delhi Fire Service and hospital staff persuaded him to come down after about 30 minutes

17 April,2026 11:46 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Delhi Police arrest man for duping 500 women in Rs 2 crore dating app scam

Delhi Police arrest man for duping 500 women in Rs 2 crore dating app scam

Delhi Police arrested a man for allegedly duping over 500 women of Rs 2 crore through dating apps. The accused used fake identities, romance scams, and blackmail tactics. He was traced to West Bengal using digital tracking

17 April,2026 10:07 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Cyber crime: ‘Swindler’ dupes 500 women of Rs 2 crore in romance scam, held

Cyber crime: ‘Swindler’ dupes 500 women of Rs 2 crore in romance scam, held

The accused, Anand Kumar, was arrested by a team of southwest cyber police for allegedly running an organised network of romance scams, honey-trapping and online blackmail targeting women through dating and matrimonial platforms, DCP (Southwest) Amit Goel said.

17 April,2026 09:51 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Women Reservation Bill: PM Modi's speech highlights

    Women Reservation Bill: PM Modi's speech highlights

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made a strong push for the Women's Reservation Bill, calling it a historic step toward reshaping India’s democracy. In a powerful speech in Parliament, Modi urged all political parties to come together and support the bill, which proposes 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. He emphasized that the move is not a “favor” but a long-denied right for women.

    17 April,2026 12:55 AM IST
    Kejriwal questions ED raids on AAP leaders, seeks details on ‘black money’

    Kejriwal questions ED raids on AAP leaders, seeks details on ‘black money’

    Arvind Kejriwal criticised repeated raids by the Enforcement Directorate on Aam Aadmi Party leaders, questioning how much ‘black money’ has been recovered. The ED conducted searches at multiple locations linked to Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora under FEMA, amid allegations of money laundering and political targeting by opposition leaders

    17 April,2026 01:19 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS

    Pakistan starts preparing for next round of US-Iran talks: Officials

    Pakistan is preparing to host the next round of high-stakes talks between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the West Asia conflict. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and military leadership are actively engaged in diplomatic efforts, while tight security arrangements are being put in place in Islamabad

    17 April,2026 01:05 PM IST | Islamabad | PTI

    Gas pipeline explosion kills at least eight in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

    At least eight people were killed after a gas pipeline explosion triggered a massive fire at the Hattar Industrial Estate in Pakistan’s Haripur district. The blast, which also set nearby homes ablaze, left several women and children injured, while rescue teams continue operations

    17 April,2026 12:15 PM IST | Peshawar | PTI
    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
    Better to ensure there’s no fire in the first place

    Better to ensure there’s no fire in the first place

    The ceremony also marked the beginning of Fire Service Week, to be observed from April 14 to April 20, aimed at raising awareness about fire safety and emergency preparedness

    16 April,2026 07:19 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    14 April,2026 07:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez
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