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
02 April,2026 06:34 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentKharat, 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 | mid-day online correspondentThe 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 | mid-day online correspondentAfter 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 | mid-day online correspondentBanerjee 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 | mid-day online correspondentAdditionally, 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 | mid-day online correspondentIn a statement attributed to the spokesperson of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, Iran dismissed US assertions that its military infrastructure had been significantly damaged
02 April,2026 03:37 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIn a post on X, the embassy cautioned that such groups could carry out attacks targeting locations associated with the United States. The advisory raised concerns over the safety of American citizens and assets in Iraq
02 April,2026 03:27 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentRahul Gandhi alleged that the government is attempting to institutionalise discrimination against CAPF personnel through the proposed law
02 April,2026 03:26 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe devices will be used in aeroplane mode to capture photos and videos during the 10-day lunar flyby mission. The move aims to modernise documentation and allow astronauts to share unique moments from space, while still ensuring spacecraft safety
02 April,2026 02:35 PM IST | IANSThe 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 | mid-day online correspondentIn 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 | mid-day online correspondentRahul 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 correspondentThe 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 correspondentThe 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 | ANIAcharya 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 correspondentDefence 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 correspondentAstronauts 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 correspondentAn 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 | ANIGioa 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 | AgenciesDhiraj 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
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Israel has launched a massive wave of airstrikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure, including ballistic missile depots, IRGC command centers, and defense production facilities. According to IDF claims, over 400 strikes were conducted in just two days, hitting missile storage sites near Tabriz, mobile command posts, and key defense ministry complexes involved in advanced missile development.
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 11:01 AM IST | Washington | APA 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
Monitoring stations recorded small tsunami waves after a 7.4 magnitude quake hit the Molucca Sea, with shaking felt across nearby regions
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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
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-
More power to the initiative like that of Matunga school’s that empowers students to learn gardening, sustainability and basic business skills proving that urban spaces can nurture both plants and practical life lessons, which shows learning can happen outside the syllabus and classrooms, too
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