External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday termed the India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) a “game-changing development” in bilateral relations while addressing the inaugural India–EU Forum. Highlighting the expanding partnership, he pointed to significant scope for deeper cooperation in security, defence, climate action
06 February,2026 01:01 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentWhile there is no revision in slabs, the Budget addresses several long-standing concerns of middle-class taxpayers through targeted relief measures, including a reduction in TCS rates, and the introduction of new dividend-related deductions
06 February,2026 12:33 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday underlined the importance of board examinations, calling them the foundation for future opportunities, during the ninth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha. Interacting with students, teachers and parents from across the country, he urged students to prioritise board exams with disciplined preparation
06 February,2026 12:29 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentRescue and recovery operations are underway after an explosion at an illegal rat-hole coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills claimed 18 lives. An NDRF team reached the Thangskai area to assist local authorities. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma assured strict action against those responsible and announced Rs 3 lakh ex-gratia for the victims
06 February,2026 12:17 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAddressing a rally in Telangana's Bhainsa, Owaisi criticised PM Modi for projecting himself as the "biggest backward class leader," while alleging that his government failed to stand by anti-discrimination measures in higher education
06 February,2026 12:00 PM IST | ANIAccording to police, the murder took place on Wednesday at Kethireddypally village when the victim had gone to survey her ancestral land along with her mother. Her elder brother and three others allegedly conspired to eliminate her to grab her share of the disputed four acres, said police
06 February,2026 11:51 AM IST | ANIEven underground water pipelines have been destroyed, resulting in water flowing on the road, making the stretch muddy and difficult to walk on
06 February,2026 11:43 AM IST | The EditorialAam Aadmi Party leader Lucky Oberoi was shot dead by unidentified assailants outside a gurdwara in Jalandhar’s Model Town on Friday morning. The attackers, who were on a two-wheeler, opened fire as Oberoi arrived at the gurdwara in his vehicle. He was rushed to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries
06 February,2026 11:42 AM IST | PTIUS President Donald Trump has rejected Russia’s proposal to extend the New START treaty as it expired, leaving the US and Russia without legally binding nuclear limits for the first time in over 50 years, raising fears of a renewed arms race
06 February,2026 11:41 AM IST | ANIThe Lok Sabha will begin the general discussion on the Union Budget 2026-27 on Friday. The session comes amid opposition protests and political sparring, with private members’ bills and key legislative matters also lined up for discussion
06 February,2026 11:40 AM IST | ANIChinese robotics firm MirrorMe Technology has unveiled Bolt, which it says is the world’s fastest full-size humanoid robot. Standing 5.7 feet tall and weighing 75 kg, Bolt achieved a peak speed of 10 metres per second during real-world testing, setting a new benchmark in bipedal robotics
06 February,2026 09:44 AM IST | AgenciesThe UK’s first battery-only powered passenger train has entered service, with Great Western Railway deploying the Class 230 on the Greenford branch line in West London. The five-mile return route from West Ealing to Greenford replaces a diesel service after a 22-month trial of rapid charging technology
06 February,2026 09:43 AM IST | AgenciesHindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) on Thursday said five Tejas Mk-1A light combat aircraft are fully ready for delivery to the Indian Air Force. While deliveries have been delayed due to GE Aerospace missing engine supply timelines, HAL said it is in discussions with the IAF to hand over the jets at the earliest and remains confident of meeting
06 February,2026 09:40 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesUnion Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Thursday launched Bharat Taxi, India’s first cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, following a successful pilot. Initially rolled out in Delhi-NCR and Gujarat, the service aims to expand nationwide within two to three years, operating on a zero-commission, surge-free model with profits shared directly
06 February,2026 09:06 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesAccording to an official statement issued by the Gadhchiroli Police, based on credible intelligence about the presence of remaining Maoist members of Company Number 10 and an unidentified Maoist group from Chhattisgarh, a large-scale search operation was launched
05 February,2026 11:18 PM IST | Gadchiroli | A CorrespondentThe initiative, called the Transformation Cell, will focus on delivering quick and visible improvements rather than large infrastructure projects that take years to complete, officials said
05 February,2026 10:50 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondentTraffic on the expressway remained disrupted for more than 30 hours after the accident, which occurred on Tuesday evening. Movement was suspended as a safety measure after the tanker began leaking highly flammable propylene gas
05 February,2026 09:40 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondentUP CM Yogi Adityanath orders deaths from “Chinese manja” to be treated as murder and strict action against offenders, following a fatal incident in Lucknow
05 February,2026 08:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMallikarjun Kharge said Opposition parties staged a walkout from the Rajya Sabha in protest against the government not allowing Leaders of Opposition to speak during parliamentary proceedings
05 February,2026 08:06 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIThe Rajya Sabha saw a stormy start to Thursday’s session, with uproar over the denial of permission for Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi to speak. Opposition accused the government of gagging the LoP, while Leader of House J.P. Nadda and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju defended procedures and blamed the Opposition
05 February,2026 07:40 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentMaharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde said that protecting human lives was state government’s responsibility and it will create a leopard attacks-free environment
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Michigan Democratic Senator Elissa Slotkin is now at the center of a rapidly escalating political and legal confrontation that’s drawing in the Justice Department, the FBI, the Pentagon and the White House. What started as a 90-second video message directed at U.S. service members has turned into a full-scale federal standoff. Slotkin has formally refused a voluntary interview request from the Department of Justice and rejected direct cooperation with federal investigators, signaling a hardline legal strategy that challenges the authority of the federal government itself. WATCH
Researchers in Australia have discovered an innovative way to recycle discarded mattress foam using a common fungus, Penicillium chrysogenum. The fungus binds shredded polyurethane foam through its mycelium, creating a lightweight, heat-resistant material that performs nearly as well as commercial insulation, offering a sustainable alternative
06 February,2026 09:41 AM IST | Canberra | AgenciesIran’s top military leadership has said the country has significantly enhanced its deterrence by upgrading domestically produced ballistic missile systems. The remarks come amid ongoing nuclear negotiations with the US and follow last year’s US-Israeli military action against Iran, after which Tehran claims it shifted towards an offensive
India and the US are set to finalise a trade agreement, aiming to double bilateral trade to USD 500 billion by 2030, protect sensitive sectors like agriculture and dairy, and benefit MSMEs, farmers, and manufacturers
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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-
Looking at how an old capital, of the youngest state in India, became its most liveable metropolitan city!
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