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Congress workers stage nationwide protest against Central government

The party is holding a nationwide protest against the Central government in front of the Enforcement Directorate office at State Headquarters and the Central government offices at district levels in respective states

16 April,2025 12:01 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Uttar Pradesh: Man kills daughter-in-law with axe in Shahjahanpur

Quoting preliminary findings and statements from villagers, SP Dwivedi said the accused was known to be a habitual drinker and had likely gotten into an argument with the victim

16 April,2025 11:50 AM IST | PTI
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Mid-Day Top News: Gangless gangster in Baba Siddique murder case 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

16 April,2025 10:01 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Trump says he wants to give money, flight tickets to immigrants who self-deport

She played a clip of the man saying he agrees that if someone commits a crime, they should be returned to their countries including himself

16 April,2025 08:31 AM IST | Agencies
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Indian origin Malaysian man jailed, fined for smuggling puppy into Singapore

The accused was initially asked to bring in puppies or kittens from Malaysia to Singapore with his own vehicle.

16 April,2025 08:29 AM IST | PTI
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ED files chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul in National Herald case

ED's chargesheet also names Congress leader Sam Pitroda, Suman Dubey and others, including several firms.

16 April,2025 08:29 AM IST | ANI
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Israeli strike outside Gaza hospital kills medic, wounds several

Hospital staff have denied the allegations and accuse Israel of recklessly endangering civilians and gutting Gaza's health system

16 April,2025 08:27 AM IST | AP
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Earthquake of magnitude 5.9 jolts Afghanistan

The earthquake occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning at 04:43 AM Indian Standard Time (IST)

16 April,2025 08:26 AM IST | ANI
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China orders airlines to stop accepting Boeings

Chinese carriers to also halt purchases of aircraft-related equipment, parts from US firms

16 April,2025 08:25 AM IST | Agencies
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Japan records major decline in population

The total population in Japan, including foreign residents, also fell 550,000 to 123.8 million as of October 1 last year, marking the 14th consecutive year of decline

16 April,2025 08:25 AM IST | Agencies
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Iran says first talks held with US went ‘well’

The comments by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while couched, represented his endorsement of the talks so far. 

16 April,2025 08:24 AM IST | Agencies
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Singapore dissolves parliament

The election will be held May 3, the Elections Department said.

16 April,2025 08:24 AM IST | Agencies
Anti-Waqf protests: Forces keep vigil in Murshidabad

Anti-Waqf protests: Forces keep vigil in Murshidabad

Violent clashes in the dictrict left at least three dead and several injured

16 April,2025 08:21 AM IST | Kolkata | Agencies
M K Stalin forms panel to protect Tamil Nadu’s rights

M K Stalin forms panel to protect Tamil Nadu’s rights

It will submit its interim report in January 2026. The final report with recommendations will be submitted in two years

16 April,2025 08:20 AM IST | Chennai | Agencies
Sensex, Nifty surge over 2 per cent as Donald Trump relaxes tariffs

Sensex, Nifty surge over 2 per cent as Donald Trump relaxes tariffs

As many as 3,302 stocks advanced while 785 declined and 169 remained unchanged on the BSE

16 April,2025 08:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Agencies
ED records Robert Vadra's statement in land deal case; summons again tomorrow

ED records Robert Vadra's statement in land deal case; summons again tomorrow

Terming the agency's move to summon him as 'political vendetta', Vadra said he has spent hours with the ED earlier during questioning in separate money laundering cases, sharing thousands of pages but still the agency has been raking up cases against him

15 April,2025 09:14 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra: Pune businessman kidnapped, killed in Bihar; suspects detained

Maharashtra: Pune businessman kidnapped, killed in Bihar; suspects detained

The preliminary investigation suggests that the crime was linked to a sophisticated cyber-led business entrapment scheme, the police said

15 April,2025 08:22 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
National Herald case: ED chargesheets Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul

National Herald case: ED chargesheets Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul

The special judge examined the charge sheet filed on April 9 on the point of cognisance and posted the matter for further proceedings on April 25. The charge sheet also names Congress leader Sam Pitroda and Suman Dubey as accused persons

15 April,2025 08:03 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
West Bengal violence: Relief camps established for victims in Malda

West Bengal violence: Relief camps established for victims in Malda

A doctor at the relief camp in Malda stated his team is providing all essential medicines and materials to all the people in need. The unrest in Murshidabad was triggered by the protests against the Waqf Amendment Act, a controversial issue in the area

15 April,2025 05:55 PM IST | West Bengal | mid-day online correspondent
India to see above-normal cumulative rainfall this monsoon: IMD

India to see above-normal cumulative rainfall this monsoon: IMD

The country is likely to witness above-normal rainfall in the four-month monsoon season (June to September) with cumulative rainfall estimated at 105 per cent of the long-period average of 87 cm, India Meteorological Department (IMD) chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra told a press conference in New Delhi

15 April,2025 04:32 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Less than 1,000 senior women police officers in force: India Justice Report

Less than 1,000 senior women police officers in force: India Justice Report

The report also stated that the women officers in non-IPS ranks comprise just 8 per cent of the 3.1 lakh total officers, with 90 per cent of women in police in the constabulary

15 April,2025 04:21 PM IST | Mumbai | 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
    Israeli troops petition to end war in Gaza

    Israeli troops petition to end war in Gaza

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has threatened to dismiss active-duty soldiers who sign petitions.

    16 April,2025 08:23 AM IST | Tel Aviv | Agencies

    Israel confirms killing Hamas terror cell leader involved in October 7 attack

    The Israel Defense Forces confirmed the killing of Hamza Wael Muhammad Asafah, a Hamas Nukhba Force cell leader involved in the October 7 attacks and a hostage release event in February

    15 April,2025 12:42 PM IST | Tel Aviv | ANI

    Dr Ambedkar's advocacy resonates far beyond borders of India: Athawale tells UN

    Athawale added that as "we gather here under the banner of the United Nations, we recognise that the principles Dr Ambedkar fought for equity, representation, and human rights are more relevant than ever in our collective effort to achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals"

    15 April,2025 11:38 AM IST | United Nations | mid-day online correspondent
    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
    Exercise caution when applying for overseas jobs

    Exercise caution when applying for overseas jobs

    The victims were coerced into working in large-scale cyber fraud operations run by transnational criminal syndicates, a mid-day report revealed

    15 April,2025 06:41 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    13 April,2025 07:29 AM IST | Mumbai | Meenakshi Shedde
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