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Terrorists shot my father thrice: Tourist from Pune injured in Pahalgam attack

An HR professional injured in the attack said that her 54-year-old father was asked to recite an Islamic verse. When he was unable to do so, the terrorists shot him thrice — once in the head, again behind the ear, and finally on his back

22 April,2025 11:28 PM IST | Archana Dahiwal
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We'll come down heavily on perpetrators of Pahalgam terror attack: Amit Shah

The Union Home Minister said he has briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently in Saudi Arabia, about the Pahalgam terror attack and held a meeting with the officials concerned via video conferencing after the incident

22 April,2025 08:01 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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'If agriculture growth rate rises, rural youth won't be forced to migrate'

Addressing an event in New Delhi, Gadkari said, currently, the government's minimum support prices for crops are way higher than commercial market prices

22 April,2025 07:38 PM IST | PTI
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J-K CM Omar expresses shock over Pahalgam terror attack

JK Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated, "The death toll is still being ascertained, so I don't want to get into those details. They will be officially conveyed as the situation becomes clearer. Needless to say, this attack is much larger than anything we've seen directed at civilians in recent years"

22 April,2025 07:07 PM IST | ANI
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Pahalgam terror attack: PM speaks to Amit Shah, asks him to take suitable action

PM Modi asked the Home Minister to visit the site of the attack in south Kashmir's Anantnag district to assess the situation personally

22 April,2025 07:01 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Owaisi takes a dig at BJP over Waqf properties in Muslim countries

AIMIM Chief Aasaduddin Owaisi took a dig at the BJP over a recent remark made by a BJP member in Parliament, suggesting that a particular Muslim country does not have Waqf institutions while addressing the Save Waqf Conference at Delhi's Talkatora Stadium

22 April,2025 06:07 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Nothing wrong in discussing people's issues: Sharad Pawar on meetings with Ajit

When asked on the talks of a patch-up between cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray, Pawar said that it was a family matter and he had no information about it

22 April,2025 05:10 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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34 endangered vultures relocated from Haryana's Pinjore to Maharashtra

The Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) announced that the birds are being moved from the Jatayu Conservation Breeding Centre in Pinjore to Maharashtra for their reintroduction into the wild

22 April,2025 04:57 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Pune couple attacked in road rage; 3 held

The couple was returning home after dinner and had reached the Pashan Circle area in Pune and they honked to alert riders on a two-wheeler, angered by this, the riders stopped the couple's car and began to physically assault, an official said

22 April,2025 04:24 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Terror attack in Jammu-Kashmir's Pahalgam leaves several tourists injured

One woman informed that her husband was shot in the head while seven others were also injured in the attack

22 April,2025 04:21 PM IST | PTI
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269 farmer suicides recorded in Marathwada region in first three months of 2025

The Central Maharashtra region comprises eight districts and is considered a semi-arid zone characterised by water scarcity owing to low rainfall and monsoon variability

22 April,2025 04:02 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Delhi: Baba Ramdev assures HC to remove 'Sharbat Jihad' advertisement

The assurance comes in response to a legal suit filed by Hamdard, the makers of the popular drink Rooh Afza, who objected to Ramdev's statements.

22 April,2025 03:22 PM IST | ANI
Uddhav Thackeray 'very positive' about Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance: Raut

Uddhav Thackeray 'very positive' about Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance: Raut

Sanjay Raut said that there is no need for anyone to be in the discussion between the two (Uddhav and Raj) and that he know the feelings they have towards each other and also the family

22 April,2025 03:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Trainer aircraft crashes in Gujarat's Amreli district, pilot killed

Trainer aircraft crashes in Gujarat's Amreli district, pilot killed

The aircraft crash-landed into a residential area in the Giriya Road area of Amreli town at around 12:30 pm due to unknown reasons, killing the trainee pilot on the spot, said Amreli Superintendent of Police, Sanjay Kharat

22 April,2025 02:30 PM IST | Amreli | PTI
Bogie of EMU derails in Chennai, no injuries reported, say Southern Railway

Bogie of EMU derails in Chennai, no injuries reported, say Southern Railway

While leaving Chennai Beach suburban yard, one bogie of Avadi EMU (4th from rear) derailed at 11.08 hrs at 15 kmph speed, the officials said

22 April,2025 02:28 PM IST | Chennai | PTI
Gauhati High Court gets bomb threat, search operations launched

Gauhati High Court gets bomb threat, search operations launched

The high court received an email threatening that there would be a blast in the building, the officials said

22 April,2025 02:14 PM IST | Guwahati | mid-day online correspondent
West Bengal: IIT-Kharagpur student found dead in hostel

West Bengal: IIT-Kharagpur student found dead in hostel

An undergraduate student of IIT-Kharagpur, native of Maharashtra's Gondia district, was found hanging from the ceiling in his hostel room on April 20

22 April,2025 12:24 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondent
IAF officer alleges assault in Bengaluru; FIR registered against unknown persons

IAF officer alleges assault in Bengaluru; FIR registered against unknown persons

The incident occurred while he was on his way to the airport with his wife, who is also an Indian Air Force (IAF) officer; based on a complaint filed by the Wing Commander's wife, Squadron Leader Madhumita Dutta, a case has been registered at the Byappanahalli Police Station against unidentified individuals, cops stated

22 April,2025 10:55 AM IST | Bengaluru | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra: Women in Yavatmal villages walk kilometres daily for water

Maharashtra: Women in Yavatmal villages walk kilometres daily for water

Villagers are forced to walk 2 to 3 kilometres each day to fetch water as the wells and handpumps are running dry. Often made on foot and across rough terrain, the journey has become a daily struggle, especially for women who bear the brunt of household water collection duties

22 April,2025 10:18 AM IST | Maharashtra | ANI
Mid-Day Top News: Citizens outraged over footpath chaos in Mumbai and more

Mid-Day Top News: Citizens outraged over footpath chaos in Mumbai and more

Stay informed with the latest developments in the nation, Mumbai, entertainment, sports, and more. Let's dive into the headlines shaping our world today

22 April,2025 10:08 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

"Great leader": US VP Vance lauds PM Modi during his India visit

Vance also expressed gratitude for hosting his family at the PM's residence in New Delhi and said that PM Modi was "incredibly kind to my family."

22 April,2025 08:32 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
WAQF Amendment Bill 2025: What is the controversy all about?

    WAQF Amendment Bill 2025: What is the controversy all about?

    The WAQF Amendment Bill 2025 - rebranded as UMEED ‘Unified Management Empowerment Efficiency and Development’ recently got passed in the Parliament after hours of debate. UMEED amends the WAQF Act that governs the management of properties donated by Muslims. The Waqf Board regulates and manages properties dedicated to religious and charitable purposes in India. The WAQF Act 1995 has long governed religious endowments in India. However, UMEED proposes big changes to the Waqf Act. What’s new? What’s controversial? Why is this bill being opposed? Take a look.

    05 April,2025 07:47 PM IST
    Trump orders US flag to be flown at half-staff as mark of respect to Pope

    Trump orders US flag to be flown at half-staff as mark of respect to Pope

    The Vatican has announced a nine-day mourning period, known as the Novendiale, an ancient Roman tradition that continues to this day. During this time, preparations will begin for the election of the next Pontiff

    22 April,2025 08:32 AM IST | Washington | ANI

    ISRO achieves docking of SpaDeX satellites for second time

    He recalled that the PSLV-C60/Space Docking Experiment (SPADEX) mission was launched on December 30, 2024.

    22 April,2025 08:15 AM IST | Bengaluru | PTI

    Harvard sues Trump admin to stop freeze of more than USD 2 billion in grants

    Harvard President Alan Garber said the university would not bend to the demands. Hours later, the government froze billions of dollars in federal funding.

    22 April,2025 08:14 AM IST | Boston | AP
    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
    Taking the road/rail overbridge could save your life

    Taking the road/rail overbridge could save your life

    This new FOB is located at the southern end of the stadium

    21 April,2025 06:46 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
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