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Four dead, several missing as Sri Lanka faces massive rains, floods

At least six Colombo-bound flights were diverted to other airports on Wednesday morning due to heavy rain – 75 mm in 24 hours ending at 8:00 am – and high winds experienced in most parts of the island due to the Deep Depression

27 November,2024 10:54 PM IST | PTI
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Tamil Nadu rains: ICG issues advisories for fishing boats to return to harbour

Pamban Port in Tamil Nadu's Ramanathapuram experienced strong winds on Wednesday due to a deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal

27 November,2024 10:48 PM IST | ANI
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Shiv Sena MPs meet Amit Shah

The meeting took place as Eknath Shinde, the outgoing chief minister and Shiv Sena leader, addressed a press conference in Thane and declared that he would abide by the decision of the prime minister on his successor

27 November,2024 10:34 PM IST | PTI
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Next Maharashtra CM will choose his cabinet; Mahayuti stands united: Fadnavis

All decisions will be made collectively, and we will hold meetings with our top leaders, Devendra Fadnavis said

27 November,2024 09:35 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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What is APAAR ID? how will it help students, here's all you need to know

The initiative is part of the broader 'One Nation, One Student ID' program, which aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020

27 November,2024 06:58 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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ICF manufacturing high-speed train sets having 280 kmph speed: Railway minister

Vaishnaw said following the success of Vande Bharat trains under the "Make in India" initiative, the Indian Railways (IR) has now taken up designing and manufacturing of high-speed train sets

27 November,2024 06:33 PM IST | PTI
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DGCA issues show cause notice to Akasa Air after pilot makes hard landing

During a regulatory audit of the airline conducted in Mumbai last month, the regulator discovered the same for a Bagdogra-Bangalore flight (QP 1851) operated on a Boeing 737 MAX (VT-YAE) on March 5, 2024

27 November,2024 04:40 PM IST | A Correspondent
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Mizoram Village Council terms govt order reducing tenure as "undemocratic"

The reduction of term of the village councils has led to criticism from different quarters, including opposition parties

27 November,2024 02:57 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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'Oppn should accept its defeat, introspect instead of pointing fingers at EVMs'

Responding to a query on the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) allies alleging manipulation of EVMs, Bawankule asked why they did not raise a question mark over these machines when they performed well in the Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra earlier this year

27 November,2024 02:50 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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'Fraud on constitution': SC rules against religious conversion for quota benefit

The Supreme Court has ruled that conversions undertaken solely to claim reservation benefits without genuine belief in the adopted religion amount to a "fraud on the Constitution," dismissing a plea for an SC certificate by a woman practising Christianity

27 November,2024 01:46 PM IST
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Need to make existing laws more stringent to curb vulgar content: Vaishnaw

In the Lok Sabha, the Information and Broadcasting Minister said the Parliamentary Standing Committee should take up the issue and also called for a consensus to frame more strict laws in this regard

27 November,2024 01:41 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Rahul Gandhi demands Gautam Adani's arrest, accuses govt of protecting him

Speaking to reporters outside Parliament, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, said when hundreds of people are arrested on "tiny" charges in the country, why is Adani not in jail?

27 November,2024 01:29 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
NIA registers case in Jiribam violence in Manipur along with two other cases

NIA registers case in Jiribam violence in Manipur along with two other cases

The case has been re-registered by NIA as RC-15/2024/NIA/IMP under various sections of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 and Arms Act, 1959

27 November,2024 01:17 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Tamil Nadu experiences heavy rainfall; standing crops and schools affected

Tamil Nadu experiences heavy rainfall; standing crops and schools affected

IMD has predicted widespread heavy rainfall today due to a possible cyclonic storm in the Bay of Bengal and heavy to very heavy rain at some places

27 November,2024 01:16 PM IST | Chennai | mid-day online correspondent
Congress voices concern over safety of minorities in Bangladesh

Congress voices concern over safety of minorities in Bangladesh

Congress has expressed concern over the safety of religious minorities in Bangladesh following the arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das. The party has urged the Indian government to ensure the protection of minorities in the neighbouring country

27 November,2024 01:15 PM IST | New Delhi
Mamata calls for action against those creating obstacles to laying pipelines

Mamata calls for action against those creating obstacles to laying pipelines

Banerjee also criticised the BJP, alleging that despite the state government carrying out almost all the work in laying pipelines for water supply, the saffron party tries to give credit for it to the Centre prior to elections

27 November,2024 01:13 PM IST | Kolkata | PTI
Retired air force officer in Faridabad duped of Rs 5 lakh through cyber scam

Retired air force officer in Faridabad duped of Rs 5 lakh through cyber scam

A retired air force officer from Faridabad lost Rs 5 lakh to cyber fraudsters posing as TRAI and CBI officials. The scammers placed the victim under "digital arrest," coercing him into transferring money

27 November,2024 12:35 PM IST | Faridabad
Manipur violence: Army launches intense search operation for missing man

Manipur violence: Army launches intense search operation for missing man

The incident led to tensions in the borders of the Imphal Valley on Tuesday with hundreds of people from the Meitei community launching a march to the military station to know Singh's whereabouts

27 November,2024 12:31 PM IST | Imphal | mid-day online correspondent
Congress claims the urban middle class is

Congress claims the urban middle class is "shrinking", questions Prime Minister

Mounting unsecured loans has reduced net savings, leaving families with less disposable income, Jairam Ramesh said

27 November,2024 11:35 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Adani, nephew not charged under US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: Adani Green

Adani, nephew not charged under US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: Adani Green

In a stock exchange filing, Adani Green Energy Ltd, which is at the centre of the bribery allegations, said reports claiming that the three have been charged with FCPA violations "are incorrect"

27 November,2024 11:27 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Mid-Day Top News: 3-way power formula delaying Maharashtra CM decision and more

Mid-Day Top News: 3-way power formula delaying Maharashtra CM decision 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

27 November,2024 10:53 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Hindu activist slams arrest of ISKCON Priest, Exposes Bangladesh’s injustice

    Hindu activist slams arrest of ISKCON Priest, Exposes Bangladesh’s injustice

    A case has been filed against Chinmoy Krishna Das, accusing him of sedition for raising a flag on a stand that displayed Bangladesh’s national flag. The ISKCON priest is facing these charges after the incident, which has sparked outrage among Hindu leaders in Bangladesh. They are demanding his immediate release, arguing that the arrest is unfair. The controversy has caused tension, as many believe that the charges are politically motivated. Supporters of Chinmoy Krishna Das are calling for a quick resolution to the matter, while the case continues to unfold. Hindu leaders across the country are voicing their concerns over the treatment of the priest and the potential consequences for the community.

    27 November,2024 07:32 PM IST
    Australia passes bill to ban young children from social media

    Australia passes bill to ban young children from social media

    The legislation was passed with 102 votes in favour to 13 against. If the bill becomes law this week, the platforms would have one year to work out how to implement the age restrictions before the penalties are enforced

    27 November,2024 11:31 AM IST | Melbourne | AP

    US, India stronger when working together: Tony Blinken

    Blinken made the remarks in a post on X after meeting India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on the sidelines of the G7 meeting in Fiuggi, Italy on Tuesday

    27 November,2024 11:29 AM IST | Washington | PTI

    ‘Israel has no excuses to refuse ceasefire deal’

    Israeli officials said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s security Cabinet was set to convene on Tuesday to discuss a proposed ceasefire

    27 November,2024 08:12 AM IST | Italy | Agencies