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 | mid-day online correspondentThe 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 03:13 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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
16 December,2025 11:38 AM IST | PTIPolice also apprehended two persons and recovered the drugs from the secret chamber of a truck
16 December,2025 09:09 AM IST | Cachar | ANIIt's worth mentioning that yesterday, several cities across Uttar Pradesh woke up to thick smog on Monday morning, as air quality deteriorated in different parts of the state and visibility dropped sharply.
16 December,2025 09:07 AM IST | Mathura | ANIa tourist grappling with Delhi pollution explained his situation, saying, "The situation here is very serious because of pollution. I arrived in Delhi last evening from Indore. Compared to Indore, I am experiencing difficulty in breathing. Visibility here is very poor; we cannot see the India Gate properly. It is affecting our health"
16 December,2025 08:49 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentWholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation was at (-) 1.21 per cent in October and 2.16 per cent in November last year
16 December,2025 07:27 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe nationwide AQI map showed multiple toxic hotspots across north India, while parts of central, eastern and southern India reported mixed air quality, ranging from moderate to poor. The data highlights sharp regional differences in pollution levels
15 December,2025 10:26 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentBihar CM Nitish Kumar attended a ceremony marking Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s death anniversary and congratulated BJP’s newly appointed National Working President Nitin Nabin
15 December,2025 10:07 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondentSeasoned diplomat and 1995-batch IFS officer Nagesh Singh has been appointed as India’s next high commissioner to Australia. Currently serving as India’s Ambassador to Thailand, Singh will succeed Gopal Baglay in Canberra, bringing extensive experience across key diplomatic postings
15 December,2025 09:48 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentMeanwhile, ICC Chairman Jay Shah presented Indian cricket team jerseys to Messi, Suarez and De Paul at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, marking a symbolic meeting of two of the country’s most popular sports. Messi also received a special autographed cricket bat from Shah
15 December,2025 09:42 PM IST | Jamnagar | mid-day online correspondentUntil further notice, students in these grades must attend online classes. The government has emphasised that all schools should strictly follow this order and inform parents immediately, an official notification said
15 December,2025 08:35 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Rep. Ilhan Omar says her adult son was pulled over by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minnesota and asked to provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Omar says her son, who was born in the United States, was released after presenting his passport.
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
16 December,2025 11:24 AM IST | Washington | APDuring the visit, Prime Minister Modi will hold comprehensive discussions with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali covering all aspects of bilateral ties, including political engagement, development cooperation, trade, investment, and people-to-people relations
The Prime Minister acknowledged King Abdullah II's personal commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, calling it "noteworthy", especially as India and Jordan mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties this year
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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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