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Over 6 lakh passengers return to India amid West Asia conflict, says Govt

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 correspondent
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Nashik court sends Ashok Kharat to seven-day police custody in second rape case

Kharat, 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 correspondent
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Parliament clears bill to make Amaravati Andhra Pradesh’s permanent capital

The 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 correspondent
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IMD issues orange alert as Pune witnesses hailstorms and thunderstorms

After 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 correspondent
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Mamata Banerjee slams attack on judges, accuses BJP of unrest plot

Banerjee 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 correspondent
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Ashok Mittal replaces Raghav Chadha as AAP deputy leader in Rajya Sabha

Additionally, 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 correspondent
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Iran issues warning following Trump’s remarks, says 'war will continue'

In 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 correspondent
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West Asia war: US Embassy issues urgent security alert in Baghdad

In 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 correspondent
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Rahul Gandhi vows to repeal CAPF bill, calls it discriminatory

Rahul 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 correspondent
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Artemis II: NASA astronauts carry iPhones into deep space for the first time

The 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 | IANS
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Akola ASI arrested for allegedly seeking sexual favours from woman in custody

The 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 correspondent
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Govt waives customs duty on petrochemicals amid West Asia crisis

In 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 correspondent
Rahul flags issues in ex-servicemen health scheme, demands better system

Rahul flags issues in ex-servicemen health scheme, demands better system

Rahul 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 correspondent
No shortage of fuel or gas in India, says Rajnath Singh amid West Asia tensions

No shortage of fuel or gas in India, says Rajnath Singh amid West Asia tensions

The 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 correspondent
PM Modi launches Karmayogi Sadhana Week, stresses ‘Nagrik Devo Bhav’

PM Modi launches Karmayogi Sadhana Week, stresses ‘Nagrik Devo Bhav’

The 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 | ANI
Jain monk’s Maharani Tararani remark triggers political, public outrage

Jain monk’s Maharani Tararani remark triggers political, public outrage

Acharya 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 correspondent
Defence exports have surged record high with 62 per cent: Rajnath Singh

Defence exports have surged record high with 62 per cent: Rajnath Singh

Defence 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 correspondent
NASA launches historic crewed Moon mission after 50 years

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 | Florida | mid-day online correspondent
Blast outside BJP office in Chandigarh; probe underway

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 | Chandigarh | ANI
Goa: Luthra brothers get bail in club fire case; to remain in custody

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 | Panaji | Agencies
Lt Gen. Seth takes charge as Army Vice Chief

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 | New Delhi | Agencies
Israel pounds Iranian missile network, IRGC base in Tehran targeted

    Israel pounds Iranian missile network, IRGC base in Tehran targeted

    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.

    02 April,2026 06:31 PM IST
    US forces will 'finish the job' in Iran, says Trump; claims 'swift, decisive, ov

    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 11:01 AM IST | Washington | AP

    "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 | Washington | ANI

    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 | Jakarta | 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
    Schools must take a leaf out of Matunga’s terrace garden initiative

    Schools must take a leaf out of Matunga’s terrace garden initiative

    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

    01 April,2026 08:34 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    29 March,2026 09:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Sunil Gavaskar
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