Berlin has been plunged into its longest power outage since World War II after an arson attack on high-voltage power cables triggered a massive blackout in the city southwest. German federal prosecutors have taken over the investigation and launched a terrorism probe, citing suspected sabotage, arson, disruption of public services, and possible membership in a terrorist organization.
07 January,2026 06:46 PM IST
John Rudat, a 20-year-old American paramedic, was brutally slashed across the face on a tram in Dresden while defending women from harassment. The suspect, a Syrian man, has been arrested and the attack has sparked fierce debate over Europe’s immigration policies. Speaking from his hospital bed, Rudat declared that Europe faces an “immigration problem,” echoing rhetoric long used by Donald Trump.
28 August,2025 07:13 PM IST
In this video, we shadow Krishna Khadgi, a regular commuter from Kharghar, as he navigates his difficult daily routine. From overcrowded local trains to the challenge of finding an auto rickshaw during peak hours, Krishna shares the struggles commuters face in Kharghar. He talks about the overcrowded trains, poor maintenance, and the need for improved frequency on the Panvel to CSMT line. Watch to learn more about the challenges commuters endure daily.
19 February,2025 10:27 AM IST
In a crucial interview with Mid-Day, Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Varun Sardesai addresses the key challenges facing the Vandre (Bandra) East constituency in the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024. From the high-stakes redevelopment issues in slum areas and SRA schemes, to traffic congestion in the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Sardesai outlines his plans for housing, infrastructure, and public transport improvements. He also emphasizes his commitment to tackling water supply and contamination and air pollution issues resolve the problems of people, especially for marginalized communities. As a key aide to his cousin Aaditya Thackeray, Sardesai’s candidacy is a test of the Thackeray family's influence and the Shiv Sena (UBT)'s resolve.
11 November,2024 12:23 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
