Launching a sharp attack on Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi for removing Mahatma Gandhi’s name from the flagship rural employment scheme, the Congress leader alleged that the Centre had first weakened MGNREGA and was now attempting to dismantle it altogether
16 December,2025 06:34 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAccording to the data, Tamil Nadu reported the highest number of dengue cases at 20,866, followed by Maharashtra with 13,333 cases, and Kerala with 10,239 cases
16 December,2025 06:15 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentIn a statement, the office of the Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) said the that one of the suspect, Sajid Akram, migrated to Australia around 27 years ago and had only limited contact with his family in Hyderabad
16 December,2025 05:27 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAfter Kolkata’s air quality remained worse than Delhi’s for seven consecutive days, environmentalists urged authorities to install more automatic air quality monitoring stations in densely populated and traffic-heavy areas to ensure accurate, real-time pollution data
16 December,2025 05:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at the Parliament Winter Session said that India is growing at 8.2 per cent, far above the global average, and remains the fastest-growing major economy. She highlighted rating upgrades, rising exports and reduced inequality as proof of strong economic fundamentals
16 December,2025 05:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentEarlier in the day, PM Modi shared the outcomes of his Jordan visit and said that these mark a "meaningful expansion" of the partnership between the two nations
16 December,2025 04:58 PM IST | IANSUkraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and around 30 countries are set to approve a compensation body to assess damages caused by Russia’s invasion, though funding sources remain uncertain. Zelenskyy voiced readiness to drop his country's bid to join NATO in exchange for Western security guarantees, but rejected the US push for ceding territory
16 December,2025 04:55 PM IST | APA sub-inspector posted at a police station in Hapur district has been suspended after being named as an accused in an extortion case in Uttar Pradesh’s Amroha district, police said on Tuesday
16 December,2025 04:49 PM IST | PTIThree Indian students were among 40 people injured in a terrorist attack at Sydney’s Bondi Beach during a Jewish festival, Australian media reported on Tuesday. The names of the Indian students injured during Sunday's attack have not been disclosed yet
16 December,2025 04:48 PM IST | PTIPresident Droupadi Murmu expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in a road accident on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. At least seven buses and three smaller vehicles collided with each other in the dense fog at around 4.30 am, the officer said
16 December,2025 04:45 PM IST | PTIPresident Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Param Vir Dirgha gallery at Rashtrapati Bhavan, showcasing portraits of India’s bravest soldiers honoured with the Param Vir Chakra. The Param Vir Chakra is India's highest military decoration, awarded for displaying the most exceptional acts of valour, courage, and self-sacrifice during war
16 December,2025 04:44 PM IST | PTIThe government on Tuesday introduced a bill in the Lok Sabha in Parliament Winter Session to increase foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector from 74 per cent to 100 per cent, triggering strong opposition from several parties
16 December,2025 04:29 PM IST | PTIPrime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted a meaningful expansion of India–Jordan cooperation in clean energy, water management, culture and digital innovation during his Amman visit. He invited Jordanian firms to invest in India’s fast-growing economy
16 December,2025 02:43 PM IST | Amman | mid-day online correspondentThey were handed over to Indian authorities immediately on arriving at the airport and taken into custody for further legal proceedings. The duo is expected to be produced before a Delhi court
16 December,2025 02:22 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAt least 13 people were killed and 35 injured after a major vehicle pile-up involving seven buses and three smaller vehicles on the Yamuna Motorway in Mathura early Tuesday. Dense fog caused low visibility, triggering collisions and a massive fire
16 December,2025 02:15 PM IST | Mathura | mid-day online correspondentAir India Express has announced a new non-stop weekly flight between Varanasi and Bangkok starting February 1, 2026. The route aims to boost connectivity between Uttar Pradesh and Thailand, supporting tourism, the Buddhist circuit and international travel from Tier-II cities
16 December,2025 01:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSenior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday urged the Centre to double its contribution to the pay of ASHA and anganwadi workers and fill nearly three lakh vacancies under the ICDS. Sonia said anganwadi workers are paid a meagre base honorarium of Rs 4,500 and Rs 2,250 per month by the central government
16 December,2025 01:45 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | PTILow visibility conditions on Tuesday disrupted flight operations at Delhi airport, leading to the cancellation of 126 flights, while IndiGo cancelled 110 services across its network due to weather-related issues
16 December,2025 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai | PTIFootball legend Lionel Messi on Tuesday departed from Jamnagar after visiting Vantara, the wildlife rescue and conservation centre, during his GOAT India Tour 2025. Delhi hosted the grand finale of the Argentine footballer's India tour, bringing the historic four-city tour to a smooth, successful close amid immense fan enthusiasm
16 December,2025 12:14 PM IST | Jamnagar (Gujarat) | ANIA Delhi court has refused to take cognisance of the Enforcement Directorate’s prosecution complaint against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald money laundering case, calling it not maintainable under the PMLA, while allowing the probe to continue
16 December,2025 12:11 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | IANSThe jeep heading from Beed to Latur collided head-on with a car coming from the opposite direction. Three car occupants died on the spot, while two persons travelling in the jeep suffered serious injuries, a police official said
16 December,2025 11:39 AM IST | Beed | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
A political firestorm has erupted after Trump’s controversial remarks following the tragic deaths of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and his wife. Instead of issuing traditional condolences, Trump’s response sparked outrage across the political spectrum, triggering condemnation from Democrats, Republicans and prominent public figures alike. California Governor Gavin Newsom publicly rebuked the president, accusing him of politicizing a tragedy and labeling his comments deeply disturbing as national anger intensified. WATCH
Tuesday’s news conference by political and law enforcement leaders was the first time officials publicly confirmed their assessment of the suspects’ ideologies. PM Anthony Albanese said the remarks were based on evidence collected, including “the presence of Islamic State flags in the vehicle that has been seized”
16 December,2025 03:39 PM IST | Melbourne | mid-day online correspondentThailand on Tuesday deported Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, co-owners of the Goa nightclub where 25 people died in a fire earlier this month, sending them to India for legal action. The duo will be produced before a Delhi court for further legal proceedings, they said
US President Donald Trump has sued the BBC for $10 billion, alleging defamation and unfair practices over the editing of his January 6, 2021 speech. The BBC did not immediately respond to a request for comment from The Associated Press
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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-
We have to be better prepared during demolition when it comes to the safety of those working at the site and the general public.
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