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Airfare caps on domestic tickets to be lifted on March 23: MoCA sources

Sources indicated that the lifting of these restrictions will return pricing to a market-driven model. While removing the caps, the Ministry cautioned airlines to maintain reasonable, transparent pricing and warned of potential regulatory intervention if unjustified surges occur

22 March,2026 11:41 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

Saudi Arabia intercepts drones and missile, expels Iranian diplomat amid tension

Saudi Arabia successfully intercepted multiple drones and a ballistic missile targeting its capital and eastern regions, following repeated attacks linked to Iran. The kingdom has condemned Iran’s attacks, expelled Iranian diplomats, and reaffirmed its commitment to defend sovereignty

22 March,2026 11:15 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

US, Russian and Iranian LPG ship arrivals ease India’s supply concerns

Amid global supply chain disruptions, India has received LPG and crude oil shipments from the US and Russia, following temporary US sanctions relief on Russian and Iranian oil. Ports in Mangalore and Gujarat handled these critical supplies, while authorities continue monitoring Indian vessels in the Persian Gulf

22 March,2026 11:11 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Trump warns Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz within 48 hrs or face strikes

In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote that the United States would “hit and obliterate” Iranian power plants if the vital shipping route is not reopened without threat

22 March,2026 10:17 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

BLO dies by suicide in Kerala; family alleges work pressure

Police said that the officer had left his house on a motorcycle around 7 am for work

22 March,2026 09:59 AM IST | Agencies
India News

Expert committee to investigate threats from undiscovered species

It will also draft national guidelines for prevention, control, and eradication, while identifying research gaps and promoting data generation

22 March,2026 09:56 AM IST | Agencies
India News

India to buy oil from Iran amid US waiver

The ongoing crisis hits hard in different parts of the country

22 March,2026 09:53 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Russian strike on Ukraine kills two amid peace talks

The White House did not confirm any meeting with the Ukrainian delegation. 

22 March,2026 09:48 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Twitter deal: Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors

But it absolved him of some fraud allegations, finding that he did not “scheme” to mislead investors. 

22 March,2026 09:44 AM IST | Agencies
India News

World Water Day: Conserve every drop, says PM Modi

On World Water Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of conserving every drop of water. The Ministry of Jal Shakti will host the World Water Day Conclave 2026 to promote sustainable water management through collaboration between government, industry, and communities

22 March,2026 09:38 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

Bloodsucker soaker

A Mexican brand launches cloth pads with the faces of vampires from the popular Twilight film franchise

22 March,2026 07:48 AM IST | A Correspondent
Opinion

Timothy Ballet-men

“But dude, it’s how he felt. You may not agree, but what an artist says or feel can’t impact his work, right?”

22 March,2026 07:43 AM IST | Rahul da Cunha
Gadchiroli Police set up new centre in Bangadi village to curb Maoist activities

Gadchiroli Police set up new centre in Bangadi village to curb Maoist activities

Gadchiroli Police established a new Police Assistance Centre in remote Bangadi village near the Chhattisgarh border to curb Maoist activities and boost development. Built within 24 hours, the facility will enhance security, improve services, and support infrastructure growth in the region

21 March,2026 10:47 PM IST | Gadchiroli | mid-day online correspondent
Government warns against LPG booking scams amid supply crisis

Government warns against LPG booking scams amid supply crisis

Amid the LPG shortage crisis, cyber fraud cases linked to fake booking apps are rising. Authorities have warned users against downloading malicious APK files shared via WhatsApp and urged reliance on official platforms while ensuring uninterrupted LPG supply nationwide

21 March,2026 08:05 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Amid West Asia tensions, Modi calls Iran President, pushes for safe sea routes

Amid West Asia tensions, Modi calls Iran President, pushes for safe sea routes

During the conversation, PM Modi condemned attacks on critical infrastructure in the region and stressed the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation while ensuring that shipping lanes remain open and secure

21 March,2026 07:55 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Centre raises commercial LPG allocation to 50 per cent as panic buying eases

Centre raises commercial LPG allocation to 50 per cent as panic buying eases

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said an additional 20 per cent allocation has been approved, taking the total to 50 per cent, which also includes an earlier 10 per cent allocation linked to reforms promoting piped natural gas (PNG)

21 March,2026 07:25 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Sanjay Raut alleges election manipulation, questions EC’s neutrality in Bengal

Sanjay Raut alleges election manipulation, questions EC’s neutrality in Bengal

Raut claimed that since Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah assumed power, elections at all levels — from local bodies to the Lok Sabha — have been influenced through various means

21 March,2026 06:14 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Indian Navy set to commission frontline stealth frigate 'Taragiri' on April 3

Indian Navy set to commission frontline stealth frigate 'Taragiri' on April 3

Taragiri is the fourth ship under the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) and the third vessel built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilding Ltd (MDL) in Mumbai

21 March,2026 06:01 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Anil Ambani questioned by CBI for seven hours in bank loan fraud case

Anil Ambani questioned by CBI for seven hours in bank loan fraud case

CBI had registered an FIR on August 21, 2025, following a complaint filed by SBI over allegations of fraud to the tune of Rs 2,929.05 crore against the public sector bank, in which Reliance Communications Limited, Anil D Ambani and others, including unknown public servants, are accused

21 March,2026 05:04 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
BJP announces two more candidates for Assam Assembly polls

BJP announces two more candidates for Assam Assembly polls

On Thursday, the BJP had released its first list of 88 candidates for Assam, fielding Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma from Jalukbari and sitting BJP MP Hitendra Nath Goswami against state Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi from Jorhat

21 March,2026 03:05 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
BJP announces nine candidates for upcoming Puducherry Assembly polls

BJP announces nine candidates for upcoming Puducherry Assembly polls

The ruling AINRC and the BJP-AIADMK combine on Friday reached an agreement for the Assembly polls in the Union Territory, under which the AINRC will contest 16 seats and the BJP will contest the remaining 14

21 March,2026 02:56 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Iran Threatens GLOBAL RETALIATION After Larijani’s Death

    Iran Threatens GLOBAL RETALIATION After Larijani’s Death

    Tensions in West Asia have escalated dramatically as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issues stern warnings about the far-reaching consequences of the conflict. Araghchi states that the unfolding war will send global shockwaves affecting all nations, regardless of wealth, religion or ethnicity. Recent developments include Iran's cluster missile strikes on Tel Aviv in retaliation for the assassination of top security official Larijani, as confirmed by the IRGC. Major General Abdollahi has warned of devastating retaliatory strikes and "unexpected surprises" if enemies persist. The wave of repercussions from West Asia is now sweeping across the globe, signaling a period of unprecedented geopolitical uncertainty. WATCH

    21 March,2026 01:52 AM IST
    Iran hangs three men in first executions over January protests

    Iran hangs three men in first executions over January protests

    Iran executed three men — Mehdi Ghasemi, Saleh Mohammadi, and Saeed Davoudi — in the city of Qom on Thursday, the first hangings linked to the January protests against rising living costs that turned into nationwide anti-government demonstrations

    21 March,2026 11:35 PM IST | Paris | mid-day online correspondent

    Iran says no radiation leak after Natanz nuclear facility hit

    Natanz, located about 220 km southeast of Tehran, is Iran’s primary uranium enrichment facility and has previously been targeted in earlier phases of the conflict

    21 March,2026 06:04 PM IST | Dubai | mid-day online correspondent

    Iran says its Natanz nuclear facility has been hit in airstrike

    There was no radiation leakage, it said, as the war in the Middle East entered its fourth week. Natanz, Iran's main enrichment site, was hit in the first week of the war and several buildings appeared damaged, according to satellite images

    21 March,2026 04:33 PM IST | Dubai | AP
    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
    Platform change info can’t be given last-minute

    Platform change info can’t be given last-minute

    The situation was dire with a passenger saying that somebody could have collapsed from the stress or resulted in some kind of stampede

    20 March,2026 08:01 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
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