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Father of deceased Atul Subhash questions bail granted to wife and in-laws

Pawan Kumar Modi, father of late Atul Subhash, criticised the bail granted to his son’s wife and in-laws, alleging harassment and misuse of his grandson for financial gains. Atul, a Bengaluru resident, left behind a detailed suicide note accusing his family of torment.

05 January,2025 02:16 PM IST
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Mid-Day Top News: PM Modi inaugurates Delhi-Meerut RRTS 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

05 January,2025 01:57 PM IST
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CII urges focus on employment and women’s workforce in Union Budget 2025-26

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has called for a comprehensive National Employment Policy, labour code implementation, and increased female workforce participation in the upcoming Union Budget 2025-26.

05 January,2025 01:17 PM IST
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PM Modi to inaugurate development projects worth over Rs 12,200 crore in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch and lay the foundation for major development projects in Delhi worth over Rs 12,200 crore. The projects include the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor, Delhi Metro Phase-IV, and a new Central Ayurveda Research Institute building.

05 January,2025 11:46 AM IST
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Dense fog blankets Delhi for third day, 51 trains delayed

Delhi experienced its third consecutive foggy morning, leading to delays in 51 trains and near-zero visibility at major locations. The air quality remains in the 'very poor' category, with an AQI of 372, raising health concerns across the city.

05 January,2025 11:21 AM IST
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Privatisation doesn't guarantee quality education, govts need to spend more

On his WhatsApp channel, he said they discussed discuss "redefining success and reimagining education in India".

05 January,2025 09:04 AM IST | PTI
World News

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza kill at least 21, hospital workers say

And the Civil Defence, first responders affiliated with the Hamas-run government, said that an airstrike destroyed a residential area behind the Saraya complex in Gaza City, killing at least five people.

05 January,2025 09:03 AM IST | AP
World News

Biden honours Hillary Clinton, George Soros with Presidential Medal of Freedom

Due to scheduling conflict, Argentinian football star Lionel Messi could not be present in person at the White House to receive the award from the US president.

05 January,2025 09:03 AM IST | PTI
World News

Petition in NGT seek MP govt's assurance on safe disposal of Union Carbide waste

On Thursday, 337 tonnes of Union Carbide waste reached Pithampur from Bhopal for disposal following the MP High Court order.

05 January,2025 09:02 AM IST | PTI
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Mathura: ISKCON employee flees with temple money, receipt book

Temple PRO Ravi Lochan Das said Murlidhar Das' job was to collect the donated money and deposit it with the temple authorities time to time.

05 January,2025 09:02 AM IST | PTI
Opinion

Origin: Caste worldwide

Ava DuVernay’s Origin explores how the caste system enables racism against Blacks in the US, enabled Nazi Germany to perpetrate the Holocaust, and continues rampant in India

05 January,2025 08:09 AM IST | Meenakshi Shedde
Opinion

Protest to policy: How women drive change

A portrait of Indian women’s activism—from the fierce 1970s anti-rape protests in Mumbai to the digital shakti of #MeToo

05 January,2025 07:50 AM IST | Sumedha Raikar Mhatre
Delhi man cons 700 women on dating apps using fake pics

Delhi man cons 700 women on dating apps using fake pics

“His primary targets were users of Bumble, Snapchat and WhatsApp,” the statement said.

05 January,2025 07:16 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
B’luru techie’s wife, in-laws get bail

B’luru techie’s wife, in-laws get bail

Subhash got married in 2019 after meeting Singhania on a matrimonial website. The couple had a son in 2020.

05 January,2025 07:16 AM IST | Bengaluru | Agencies
PM Modi, BJP cannot escape culpability for keeping Manipur on boil: Kharge

PM Modi, BJP cannot escape culpability for keeping Manipur on boil: Kharge

“The BJP is the matchstick which burnt Manipur!” he said in his post. He also shared a screengrab of a news report about the latest violence

05 January,2025 07:16 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Data protection rules balance regulation & innovation: Vaishnaw

Data protection rules balance regulation & innovation: Vaishnaw

Final rules to be placed before Parliament in Monsoon Session; entities handling data digitally will get two years for compliance

05 January,2025 07:16 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Jharkhand govt suspends classes till grade 8 from Jan 7-13 due to cold wave

Jharkhand govt suspends classes till grade 8 from Jan 7-13 due to cold wave

Jharkhand continues to reel under cold wave conditions with the mercury falling below 6 degrees Celsius in some parts

04 January,2025 11:10 PM IST | Ranchi | PTI
Encounter breaks out between security personnel and Naxalites in Chhattisgarh

Encounter breaks out between security personnel and Naxalites in Chhattisgarh

The gunfight started at around 6 pm in the forest of south Abujhmaad along the border of Narayanpur and Dantewada districts

04 January,2025 11:05 PM IST | Raipur | PTI
No need to worry over reports of massive flu outbreak: Kerala Health Minister

No need to worry over reports of massive flu outbreak: Kerala Health Minister

Kerala Health Minister Veena George said there have been no reports so far about any virus found in China that could become pandemic or spread rapidly to other regions

04 January,2025 06:57 PM IST | Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | PTI
Congress launches 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' campaign

Congress launches 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' campaign

Congress leader Pawan Khera said under the campaign, party leaders will organise 'Chaupals' in every district and tell people how the BJP-RSS has been insulting Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar and demeaning the Constitution for decades

04 January,2025 06:30 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
UP: over 1,200 night and temporary shelters set up across state

UP: over 1,200 night and temporary shelters set up across state

The shelters are equipped with all the necessary resources to help people stay warm during extreme cold

04 January,2025 05:10 PM IST | Lucknow | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi launches Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Rapid Rail Corridor - WATCH

    PM Modi launches Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Rapid Rail Corridor - WATCH

    On January 5, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor, a significant step towards improving connectivity and boosting economic growth in the region. The rapid rail corridor aims to enhance transport between Delhi and Meerut, offering a modern, efficient alternative to traditional modes of travel. During the inauguration, Prime Minister Modi symbolically purchased a ticket for the new rapid rail, making the payment online. This gesture highlighted his support for digital payments and modern infrastructure. The corridor is expected to reduce travel time, ease congestion, and provide a boost to regional development, fostering greater integration between key cities in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

    05 January,2025 01:24 PM IST
    Myanmar releases dissidents on its Independence Day

    Myanmar releases dissidents on its Independence Day

    6,000 prisoners were released from prison by the state’s military government on Sat

    05 January,2025 07:13 AM IST | Bangkok | Agencies

    China is hurting our democracy with fake news, says Taiwan

    The National Security Bureau said the number of pieces of false or biased information distributed by China increased 60 per cent last year, to 2.16 million from 1.33 million in 2023

    05 January,2025 07:13 AM IST | Taipei | Agencies

    Fragile Israel-Hezbollah truce still holds

    So far, Israel has withdrawn from just two of the dozens of towns it holds in southern Lebanon.

    05 January,2025 07:13 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
    To a year of beautiful questions

    To a year of beautiful questions

    The latter might describe my friends. I called Friend no. 1 with a cheery “Happy new year”. “Ya, ok” she replied.

    05 January,2025 07:05 AM IST | Mumbai | Paromita Vohra
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