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Activist Mahmoud Khalil can be deported

Lawyers for Khalil said they plan to keep fighting and will seek a waiver. And a federal judge in New Jersey has temporarily barred Khalil’s deportation

13 April,2025 09:41 PM IST | Agencies
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Deadly missile strike by Russia kills over 20 killed in Sumy city of Ukraine

Officials reported that two ballistic missiles hit the centre of the city around 10.15 am (local time), just as people were gathering to celebrate Palm Sunday. Videos shared on official channels showed bodies lying amid debris and smoke in the heart of the city

13 April,2025 06:10 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Uttar Pradesh: 40-year-old falls to death from balcony; police detain wife

According to the police, the incident occurred on Saturday night. The couple and their two children lived in Sultanpur. The cops said that the couple had frequent fights. On Saturday, there was a scuffle between the two and the husband fell, they added

13 April,2025 04:07 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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India is breaking silos, fostering collaboration: Union Minister Piyush Goyal

Addressing CAPEXIL's Vibrant Buildcon 2025 in New Delhi, Goyal highlighted India's growing strength in the construction ecosystem, from Global Capability Centres (GCCs) to domestic manufacturing under Make in India

13 April,2025 03:30 PM IST | ANI
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Congress did not allow Ambedkar's last rites to be performed in Delhi: UP CM

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath accused Congress of disrespecting Dr B R Ambedkar by denying him a memorial and not permitting his last rites in Delhi

13 April,2025 02:59 PM IST | PTI
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Govt to mark Ambedkar's 135th birth anniversary at Parliament House on April 14

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and other dignitaries will pay floral tributes to Babasaheb in a morning ceremony

13 April,2025 02:39 PM IST | PTI
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Earthquake of magnitude 3.4 jolts Himachal Pradesh's Mandi

Tremors were experienced in several parts of the region, with no immediate reports of injuries or property damage

13 April,2025 02:05 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Mid-Day Top News: Case against IPS officer for raping doctor 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

13 April,2025 01:35 PM IST
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'Group of girls playing prank': University on viral video of girl carted

The Sonipat-based university stated that while the incident was a prank, they are treating the matter seriously and have issued show-cause notices to the students involved, summoning them before the disciplinary committee

13 April,2025 01:29 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Nagpur: Woman files case against IPS officer for allegedly raping her

The officials said that the 28 year old file a complaint at the Imamwada Police Station in Nagpur on Friday. According the the victim, she and the man started talking on the social media platform Instagram in November 2022

13 April,2025 01:18 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Uttar Pradesh: Girl gang raped in Kasganj, five arrested

The victim was visiting the Nadrai Aqueduct at Hazara Canal with her fiancé when the crime took place. The victim was dragged into a room by the accused while her fiance was beaten up outside

13 April,2025 12:33 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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US tariff impact on India's GDP just 0.1 per cent, says PHDCCI

The president of the industry body further stated that India's strong industrial competitiveness will balance the impact of US tariff announcements, and GDP will see only a 0.1 per cent impact in the short term

13 April,2025 12:05 PM IST | ANI
PM Modi, leaders pay tribute to Jallianwala Bagh

PM Modi, leaders pay tribute to Jallianwala Bagh "martyrs" on 105th anniversary

In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, We pay homage to the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh. The coming generations will always remember their indomitable spirit. It was indeed a dark chapter in our nation's history. Their sacrifice became a major turning point in India's freedom struggle

13 April,2025 11:36 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Delhi: Court frames charges against Gogi gang associate in extortion case

Delhi: Court frames charges against Gogi gang associate in extortion case

Yogesh alias Tunda is a member of Gogi gang and is also an accused in Tillu Tajpuria Tihar Jail murder case. He is in judicial custody along with other members of the Gogi gang

13 April,2025 10:49 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
J-K ACB files chargesheet against 22 for tampering with revenue records

J-K ACB files chargesheet against 22 for tampering with revenue records

The case was registered on the basis of a joint surprise check (JSC) conducted by the ACB into allegations of abuse of official positions of the Rukhs and Farms department in Kashmir, he said

13 April,2025 10:49 AM IST | Srinagar | PTI
Odisha: Two rape accused injured in police retaliation while trying to escape

Odisha: Two rape accused injured in police retaliation while trying to escape

The accused, identified as Shaikh Asif and Abhishek Barik, were being escorted to court by police personnel when the incident took place

13 April,2025 10:49 AM IST | Jharsuguda (Odisha) | ANI

"Waqf Boards across country will progress from this": J-K Waqf Board chairperson

However, several cities, including Delhi, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, are witnessing protests against the Waqf Amendment Act

13 April,2025 10:48 AM IST | Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) | ANI
Manipur: Kuki groups warn Meiteis against climbing ‘sacred’ hill

Manipur: Kuki groups warn Meiteis against climbing ‘sacred’ hill

It is speculated that Meiteis intend to cross the buffer zone for a festival this month

13 April,2025 07:32 AM IST | Imphal | Agencies
AIADMK-BJP alliance doomed to fail: Stalin

AIADMK-BJP alliance doomed to fail: Stalin

Stalin, reacting to the announcement of an alliance between the state’s main opposition party and the national party that helms the Centre, said that the AIADMK claims to oppose NEET

13 April,2025 07:31 AM IST | Chennai | Agencies
Foreign tourist made to speak swear-words, Pune cops register FIR

Foreign tourist made to speak swear-words, Pune cops register FIR

A video which went viral on social media showed a group of youngsters striking a conversation with the tourist and asking him to say a few Marathi swear-words and obscene terms

12 April,2025 10:49 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
Education dept official held by Nagpur Police for issuing teacher ID to man

Education dept official held by Nagpur Police for issuing teacher ID to man

The teacher identification number, also known as Shalarth ID, helped the individual, receive salary from the state government and also get a promotion, an official said

12 April,2025 09:56 PM IST | Nagpur | mid-day online correspondent
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
    Intellectually disabled teen shot by US police dies after being removed from lif

    Intellectually disabled teen shot by US police dies after being removed from lif

    He had undergone several surgeries, with doctors removing nine bullets and amputating his leg

    13 April,2025 10:48 AM IST | Boise (US) | AP | PTI

    China retaliates again in Trump’s trade war

    US President says stock market will go up ‘when people understand’

    13 April,2025 07:35 AM IST | Beijing/London | Agencies

    Envoys from Iran and US arrive in Oman

    Trump repeatedly has threatened to unleash airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear programme if a deal isn’t reached. Iranian officials increasingly warn that they could pursue a nuclear weapon with their stockpile of uranium

    13 April,2025 07:35 AM IST | Muscat | 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
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