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Supreme Court dismisses plea against MHA circular on Vande Mataram

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi noted that the petition was filed prematurely. The court observed that the advisory circular carries no penal consequences

25 March,2026 01:51 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Karnataka transfers 'Zero FIR' in Ajit Pawar plane crash to Maharashtra Police

The case, initially filed in Bengaluru, has now been forwarded along with all relevant documents, with a request to hand it over to the Baramati Rural Police Station in Pune district for further investigation

25 March,2026 01:47 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Kim Jong Un says Iran war justifies North Korea's nuclear deterrence

Kim asserted that national security and sovereignty can only be ensured through powerful defence capabilities, signalling a continued commitment to strengthening North Korea’s nuclear arsenal

25 March,2026 01:36 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Opposition MPs protest in Parliament House complex over 'LPG supply crunch'

The MPs gathered near the Makar Dwar of Parliament, holding a large banner reading “Empty Cylinders, Empty Promises” and raising slogans against the government

25 March,2026 01:25 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Philippines declares energy emergency over fuel supply risks amid West Asia war

The Philippines has declared a national energy emergency due to risks to fuel supply caused by the Middle East conflict. The government plans to boost coal power generation and take measures to stabilise energy supply and costs

25 March,2026 01:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Congress asked to vacate Akbar Road, Raisina Road offices in Delhi by March 28

The notices direct the Congress to vacate its office at 24 Akbar Road as well as the premises at 5 Raisina Road within a short timeframe, sources said

25 March,2026 01:11 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Govt refutes LPG refill rumours, says supply remains adequate

In an official statement, the Ministry categorically denied claims that refill timelines had been altered for different categories of consumers. It reiterated that the current system continues unchanged

25 March,2026 12:51 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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West Asia war: Drones hit fuel tank at Kuwait airport amid regional conflict

Drones struck a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, sparking a fire but causing no casualties. The attack comes amid ongoing regional conflict involving Iran, affecting flights and airport operations in the Gulf

25 March,2026 12:50 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Maharashtra trapped in superstition, corruption and crime: Congress

Congress leaders Vijay Wadettiwar expressed strong concern that the reputation of progressive Maharashtra has been severely damaged, claiming that “democracy is being murdered” under the current administration

25 March,2026 12:46 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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When is Ram Navami? here's how Ayodhya plans to celebrate Shri Ram Janmotsav

The Ram Navami celebrations, including the four-minute Surya Tilak ritual, will be broadcast live from Ayodhya. Here’s how to watch the celebrations

25 March,2026 12:44 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah to chair all-party meeting on West Asia conflict

The meeting, scheduled at 5 pm within the Parliament complex, is expected to bring together leaders from across the political spectrum as the government seeks to build consensus on India’s response to the ongoing crisis

25 March,2026 12:37 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Two dead, several injured as bus overturns in Delhi's Karol Bagh

The incident took place at around 1 am near Jhandewalan Metro Station, when the bus, travelling from Jaipur in Rajasthan to Delhi, reportedly lost control and overturned beneath the metro line

25 March,2026 11:12 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Bird flu kills 4,400 chickens in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur; surveillance intensifi

Bird flu kills 4,400 chickens in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur; surveillance intensifi

Veterinary Department's joint director Dr GS Tanwar on Tuesday said around 4,400 chickens died due to the viral infection at the government poultry farm in the Koni area between March 19 and 24. A total of 5,037 chickens were housed at the facility, officials said

25 March,2026 10:47 AM IST | Bilaspur | PTI
Maharashtra drug trafficking case: Two held in Lucknow

Maharashtra drug trafficking case: Two held in Lucknow

The STF said the arrested duo had been involved in interstate drug trafficking for 4 to 5 years, manufacturing brown sugar and distributing it at pubs, hotels, and private parties

25 March,2026 10:33 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi admitted to hospital in Delhi

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi admitted to hospital in Delhi

Sources said that she was feeling unwell due to the change in weather and was under observation. A team of doctors is attending to her, but there is nothing serious, the sources said

25 March,2026 10:32 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Over 150 fall ill after suspected food poisoning at Assam wedding

Over 150 fall ill after suspected food poisoning at Assam wedding

Two critically sick persons have been admitted to Diphu Medical College and Hospital here, while the others were undergoing treatment at the local government health facility, he said.

25 March,2026 09:33 AM IST | Diphu | Agencies
Two killed as house collapses after gas cylinder blast in Varanasi

Two killed as house collapses after gas cylinder blast in Varanasi

DCP Neetu Kadyan said the incident occurred at the residence of Girija Devi, where the blast caused the structure to cave in, trapping family members under the debris

25 March,2026 09:05 AM IST | Varanasi | Agencies
Uttarakhand: 22-year-old engineering student killed in Dehradun campus clash

Uttarakhand: 22-year-old engineering student killed in Dehradun campus clash

Three of the accused named in the complaint by the youth’s family have been arrested in connection with the incident that occurred on Monday night

25 March,2026 09:03 AM IST | Dehradun | Agencies
Election Commission releases supplementary voters’ list in West Bengal

Election Commission releases supplementary voters’ list in West Bengal

The booth-wise first supplementary voters’ list was uploaded on the EC’s website around midnight

25 March,2026 08:59 AM IST | Kolkata | Agencies
Only Hindus, Buddhists, and Sikhs can claim Scheduled Caste status: SC

Only Hindus, Buddhists, and Sikhs can claim Scheduled Caste status: SC

“This bar is absolute and admits no exception. A person can’t simultaneously profess and practice a religion other than the one specified in clause 3 and claim membership of the Scheduled Caste,” the bench said

25 March,2026 08:56 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
No refund within 8 hours of ticket cancellation; Railways tighten norms

No refund within 8 hours of ticket cancellation; Railways tighten norms

Indian Railways has revised ticket cancellation rules, extending the no-refund window to 8 hours before departure. Announced by Ashwini Vaishnaw, the changes also include new refund slabs, boarding flexibility, and last-minute class upgrades

24 March,2026 10:03 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Hormuz crisis deepens; Trump dials Modi to discuss maritime disruption fears

    Hormuz crisis deepens; Trump dials Modi to discuss maritime disruption fears

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump held a high-stakes call as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz intensified. The leaders discussed keeping the crucial global oil route open amid fears of maritime disruption. The Strait of Hormuz handles a major share of global energy supplies and is vital for India's crude imports. With conflict escalating in the Middle East, concerns are rising over shipping disruptions, oil prices and global energy security.

    25 March,2026 12:20 AM IST
    Reopening Strait of Hormuz key to cooling global oil prices: American Petroleum

    Reopening Strait of Hormuz key to cooling global oil prices: American Petroleum

    Sommers added that industry leaders want to ensure that Iran does not retain the ability to disrupt the strait in the future

    25 March,2026 10:50 AM IST | Houston | ANI

    Japan arrests soldier after China protests alleged break-in at embassy in Tokyo

    Beijing, which regards the self-governing island as part of its territory, has since stepped up diplomatic and trade reprisals against Japan

    25 March,2026 10:43 AM IST | Tokyo | AP

    West Asia war: Iran vows continued retaliation as Trump claims talks underway

    Araghchi made the remarks during a telephone conversation with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. According to Press TV, he described attacks by Washington and Tel Aviv on Iran’s civilian and defence infrastructure as the primary cause of the current instability in the region

    25 March,2026 10:41 AM IST | Tehran | ANI
    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
    Flora Fountain’s distress is a wake-up call Mumbai can’t ignore

    Flora Fountain’s distress is a wake-up call Mumbai can’t ignore

    The recent discovery of Flora Fountain’s woes, as highlighted in this newspaper, once again puts the spotlight on the state of affairs with some of the city’s historic landmarks

    24 March,2026 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez
    21 March,2026 07:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
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