Uttarakhand: Massive fire engulfs chemical factory in Haridwar
Police and fire department officials are present at the scene. Operations to douse the fire are underway; the fire broke out at the Ibrahimpur village
07 April,2025 08:29 AM IST | ANIIsraeli strikes on Gaza kill 32, mostly women and children
The body of a toddler took up one end of an emergency stretcher
07 April,2025 08:25 AM IST | APDonald Trump says he's not backing down on tariffs
The United States, he said, must see 'what the countries offer and whether it's believable.'
07 April,2025 08:24 AM IST | APAsian markets plunge as Japan's Nikkei 225 index dives nearly 8 per cent
Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index lost nearly 8 per cent per cent shortly after the market opened and Australia's S&P/ASX 200 tumbled more than 6 per cent. South Korea's Kospi lost 4.4 per cent
07 April,2025 08:23 AM IST | AP
Medical helicopter crashes into sea off Japan, killing 3 while 3 are rescued
The pilot, Hiroshi Hamada, 66; Kazuto Yoshitake, a helicopter mechanic and a 28-year-old nurse, Sakura Kunitake, were rescued by the coast guard after they were found in the waters clinging to inflatable lifesavers
07 April,2025 08:21 AM IST | APRashtriya Janata Dal joins Waqf war in SC
The duo will approach the apex court tomorrow, Monday, to contest the bill’s provisions, which they argue could have significant implications for the management of Waqf properties.
07 April,2025 08:20 AM IST | AgenciesSand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik wins UK award
He was named the winner of the prestigious award, made extra special as the year 2025 coincides with the centenary of the legendary British sand sculptor Fred Darrington.
07 April,2025 08:19 AM IST | AgenciesPope Francis makes first appearance after recovery
The pontiff waved at the crowd that stood and applauded as he was rolled unannounced to the front of the altar in the square.
07 April,2025 08:18 AM IST | Agencies
US revoking all visas held by South Sudanese nationals
Billionaire Elon Musk told Italy League leader Matteo Salvini on Saturday that he hoped in the future US and Europe could create “a very close, stronger partnership” and reach a “zero-tariff zone”
07 April,2025 08:17 AM IST | AgenciesOne killed in Russian attack on Kyiv
In a statement on social media, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the intensifying Russian attacks showed that there is still insufficient international pressure on Moscow
07 April,2025 08:15 AM IST | AgenciesPM Modi launches 2 India-assisted railway projects in Sri Lanka
PM Modi, accompanied by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, also visited the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi temple and paid respects at the revered Buddhist shrine in Anuradhapura, a spiritual city that is located at a distance of around 200 km from Colombo
07 April,2025 08:14 AM IST | AgenciesWaqf law’s tyranny over Muslims
By denying community members an assured majority on endowment boards, which are now to be packed with government nominees, the new legislation seeks to facilitate the usurpation of their properties
07 April,2025 06:50 AM IST | Ajaz Ashraf
Fire breaks out at traditional wooden house in Pune's Nana Peth
06 April,2025 10:51 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
'BJP govt wants to acquire land through Waqf Act, eyes gold of Kerala's temple'
06 April,2025 09:08 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondent
Tamil Nadu: PM Modi inaugurates new Pamban bridge, CM Stalin skips event
06 April,2025 07:13 PM IST | Tamil Nadu | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi takes a jibe at MK Stalin amid ongoing language row
06 April,2025 05:52 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI
BJP's Suvendu Adhikari lays foundation stone of Ram Temple in Nandigram
06 April,2025 05:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Latur civic chief in critical condition after suicide attempt
06 April,2025 04:29 PM IST | Latur | mid-day online correspondent
INS Trikand provides critical medical assistance to crew of Pakistani vessel
06 April,2025 04:27 PM IST | Central Arabian Sea | mid-day online correspondent
Delhi: Union Minister JP Nadda hoists BJP's flag on party's Foundation Day
06 April,2025 03:56 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Thane crime: 23-year-old arrested for allegedly trafficking, selling newborns
06 April,2025 03:08 PM IST | Thane | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
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.
US sees nationwide demonstrations over Trump’s economic agenda
On the West Coast, in the shadow of Seattle's iconic Space Needle, protesters held signs with slogans like 'Fight the oligarchy.'
06 April,2025 12:52 PM IST | Washington | AP
At least 16 dead in flooding and tornadoes as storms slash from Texas to Ohio
Microsoft employees protest at its 50th anniversary party over Israel contract
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Christmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know
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Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones
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An oasis in Goa
Discovering my foodie side in Goa—Shubhra Shankhwalker’s Goan Saraswat home cooking in Camurlim, and cakes named Bolo Sans Rival and Toucinho do Ceu
06 April,2025 07:36 AM IST | Mumbai | Meenakshi Shedde
