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Roadmap ready for making Maharashtra $1 trillion economy by 2029: CM Fadnavis

Speaking at a programme of the CII Young Indians, the CM said efficient administration and effective implementation of decisions are accelerating development in Maharashtra

23 March,2025 11:42 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Delhi Assembly Budget Session to begin tomorrow

The Budget Session is a crucial period in the legislative calendar, during which key financial and policy matters will be discussed and decided upon. The session is tentatively scheduled to run from Monday to Friday, with provisions for extension if required

23 March,2025 11:32 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Did you know that the govt can convene a 'secret meeting' of the Lok Sabha?

According to a constitutional expert, during the 1962 Chinese aggression, some opposition MPs proposed a secret sitting of the House to discuss the issue. But the then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru did not agree to it

23 March,2025 11:31 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Folk dances from Maharashtra and Odisha mesmerize crowds in Delhi

The event was held as part of the Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat initiative, it said, adding that the event showcased the vibrant cultures of both states and brought a message of national unity

23 March,2025 11:23 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Kerala Police bust fake theft, three held in Kozhikode

According to police sources, the prime accused filed a complaint on Thursday, stating that Rs 40.25 lakh had been stolen from his car when it was parked at a private hospital in Poovattuparamba, the previous day

23 March,2025 11:18 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Encounter underway in Jammu-Kashmir's Kathua

Officials said that the operation was launched following an intelligence input regarding the presence of terrorists inside an enclosure located within a nursery in Sanyal village, approximately five kilometres from the International Border with Pakistan

23 March,2025 11:03 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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One killed, two injured as oxygen cylinder explodes in Buldhana

An oxygen cylinder was being loaded into an autorickshaw when it exploded, killing one person and injuring two others, police said

23 March,2025 09:50 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Chhattisgarh: 22 Naxalites surrender in Bijapur

This year, 107 Maoists have laid down arms so far, while 82 ultras have been gunned down and 143 Naxalites have been apprehended in Bijapur. The surrendered Naxalites will get benefits as per the government's surrender and rehabilitation policy

23 March,2025 08:57 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Woman killed in tiger attack in Gondia; big cat tranquilised and captured

The 50-year-old was a resident of Shivramtola in Gothangaon forest range, which is part of Arjuni Morgaon tehsil. She was collecting mahua flowers when the incident took place at around 7 am, Range Forest Officer (RFO) Milind Pawar said

23 March,2025 08:41 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Punjab CM lays foundation stone of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Govt Medical college

The medical college, being built at a cost of Rs 300 crore, will offer 50 MBBS seats. According to an official statement, the Doaba region of Punjab will get its third medical college within 36 months as CM Mann laid the foundation stone of the medical college in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar

23 March,2025 07:55 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Maharashtra to become USD 1 trillion economy by 2029, roadmap ready: CM

CM Fadnavis said the speed of communication and infrastructure are crucial for economic development

23 March,2025 07:55 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Punjab Police busts cross-border drug cartel, woman kingpin among 4 held

The kingpin has been identified as Mandeep Kaur (27) from Amritsar's Ibban Kalan village, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav said

23 March,2025 07:43 PM IST | PTI
Wrestler-turned-gangster Manjeet Dalal held at Delhi's Singhu Border

Wrestler-turned-gangster Manjeet Dalal held at Delhi's Singhu Border

Dalal, a native of Bahadurgarh, Haryana, had once been a wrestler, securing a silver medal at the national level in 2007 in the 86 kg category, police said

23 March,2025 07:38 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Protesters hurl stones at vehicle of Odisha minister's cavalcade, one policeman injured

Protesters hurl stones at vehicle of Odisha minister's cavalcade, one policeman injured

The incident took place after the cavalcade of Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari was returning, after dropping him at a helipad in the district

23 March,2025 07:28 PM IST | Baripada/Bhubaneswar | PTI
AAP entered politics to fulfil dreams of Bhagat Singh, Ambedkar: Kejriwal

AAP entered politics to fulfil dreams of Bhagat Singh, Ambedkar: Kejriwal

Speaking at the AAP's 'Ek Shaam Shaheedon Ke Naam' event, Kejriwal accused the ruling BJP of disregarding the legacy of the two icons after coming to power in the national capital

23 March,2025 07:23 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Situation now completely peaceful in Nagpur: CM Fadnavis

Situation now completely peaceful in Nagpur: CM Fadnavis

Curfew was lifted from localities within the jurisdictions of Nandanvan and Kapil Nagar police stations on March 20, and from Pachpaoli, Shanti Nagar, Lakadganj, Sakkardara and Imambada on March 22

23 March,2025 07:00 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
Mosque committee chief arrested in connection with Nov 24 Sambhal violence

Mosque committee chief arrested in connection with Nov 24 Sambhal violence

Earlier in the day, officials said the mosque committee chief was taken into custody by the local police's special investigation team (SIT) to record his statement. His brother, however, alleged that it was done to prevent him from submitting his testimony before a three-member judicial commission

23 March,2025 05:34 PM IST | Sambhal | mid-day online correspondent
Waqf Bill: All India Muslim Personal Law Board announces nationwide 'agitation'

Waqf Bill: All India Muslim Personal Law Board announces nationwide 'agitation'

In a statement issued by Mohd Vaquar Uddin Latifi, the Office Secretary of AIMPLB, it was revealed that the Board is determined to oppose the Waqf Bill through 'all constitutional, legal, and democratic means'

23 March,2025 05:20 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Nagpur violence: 6 days after tensions in district curfew completely lifted

Nagpur violence: 6 days after tensions in district curfew completely lifted

After the violence broke out on March 17, curfew was imposed in Kotwali, Ganeshpeth, Tehsil, Lakadganj, Pachpaoli, Shanti Nagar, Sakkardara, Nandanvan, Imambada, Yashodhara Nagar and Kapil Nagar police station areas in Nagpur, officials said

23 March,2025 04:26 PM IST | Nagpur | mid-day online correspondent
DMK spreading false propaganda in the name of delimitation, language: Minister

DMK spreading false propaganda in the name of delimitation, language: Minister

Asserting that his party would come to power in Karnataka and Telangana, G Kishan Reddy alleged that the parties that attended the Chennai meeting on delimitation convened by Tamil Nadu CM Stalin on Saturday want to prevent the expansion of BJP in the south

23 March,2025 04:07 PM IST | Hyderabad | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai cops' conduct raised doubts: Ex-Bihar DGP on Sushant Singh Rajput case

Mumbai cops' conduct raised doubts: Ex-Bihar DGP on Sushant Singh Rajput case

Speaking on the initial investigation into the actor's death, Gupteshwar Pandey alleged that the Mumbai Police 'did not cooperate' with the team of Bihar cops sent to probe the case. He, however, refrained from commenting on the CBI's closure report, saying it's a 'professional agency'

23 March,2025 03:53 PM IST | Bihar | mid-day online correspondent
 Saurabh Rajput Murder Case: Accused Muskan Rastogi’s parents reveal details

    Saurabh Rajput Murder Case: Accused Muskan Rastogi’s parents reveal details

    While the ongoing investigations reveal details about Saurabh Rajput’s gruesome murder, accused Muskan's mother Kavita made an emotional appeal to the said, " I want to tell all the children out there that never hide anything from your parents. My child has committed a big mistake. I used to ask her continuously what the problem was, but she kept losing weight; she had lost 10 kg in 2 years. She hid a lot of things from us and that's why she is in jail today. We have no idea if she was brainwashed or did drugs...had she shared something with us, she wouldn't have been in this condition..."

    22 March,2025 06:26 PM IST
    Nun man on the go!

    Nun man on the go!

    Frank Tavares, born a man, spent 22 years of his life as Sister Margarita in two different convents. Wanna know why? Read on

    23 March,2025 07:43 AM IST | Chicago | A Correspondent

    US to suspend status for 5.3 lakh ‘criminal aliens’

    The policy impacts people from four South American nations who were brought into the US under a parole programme in 2022

    23 March,2025 07:42 AM IST | Miami | Agencies

    Israel fires on Lebanon in response to rockets that kill two, one child

    Lebanon has appealed to the UN to pressure Israel to fully withdraw from the country.

    23 March,2025 07:42 AM IST | Beirut | Agencies
    Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know

    Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know

    In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees

    26 December,2024 07:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones

    As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you

    26 December,2024 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

    Over 30 lakh devotees make pilgrimage to Badrinath and Kedarnath in 2024: Report

    The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reported a record-breaking 30,87,417 pilgrims visiting Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams during the 2024 Yatra season, highlighting the success of temple and local administration efforts

    18 November,2024 10:03 AM IST | Dehradun
    The fire-born Rajputs

    The fire-born Rajputs

    This was when a great fire sacrifice was held by the Seven Sages (sapta Rishi).

    23 March,2025 07:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Devdutt Pattanaik
    22 March,2025 06:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Lindsay Pereira
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