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Asia shares jump after US stocks soared to historic gains

Stephen Innes, managing partner at SPI Asset Management, called the reaction 'from fear to euphoria'

10 April,2025 08:52 AM IST | AP
India News

Tahawwur Rana likely to be lodged in Tihar jail after reaching India

Necessary preparations have been made for lodging him in jail and the prison authorities will wait for the court order, they said.

10 April,2025 08:51 AM IST | PTI
World News

Trump increases tariffs on China to 125 pc, 90-day pause for 75 countries

The move by the US President came following a retaliatory move by China, where it increased its tariff on US goods from 34 per cent to 84 per cent starting April 10.

10 April,2025 08:49 AM IST | ANI
India News

Big success of Modi govt's diplomacy: Amit Shah on extraditon of Tahawwur Rana

Rana has been accused of being involved in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, where innocent people were killed, and is expected to stand trial in India.

10 April,2025 08:47 AM IST | ANI
World News

Somebody had to do it: Donald Trump on raising China tariffs to 125 per cent

He pointed out that in the previous year, China made USD 1 trillion off trade with the US and that he had "reversed it" through his aggressive tariff strategy.

10 April,2025 08:46 AM IST | Agencies
India News

India, Russia agree on six new strategic projects to boost bilateral investment

The co-chairs of the session signed a protocol highlighting these projects and reviewed the outcomes of the previous 7th session.

10 April,2025 08:45 AM IST | ANI
World News

10-carat blue diamond shines in Abu Dhabi

They include red, yellow, pink and colorless diamonds. 

10 April,2025 08:43 AM IST | Agencies
World News

President Droupadi Murmu visits Slovakia

Murmu is on the second leg of her two-nation visit, becoming only the second Indian Head of State to visit the Slovak Republic.

10 April,2025 08:42 AM IST | Agencies
World News

President Donald Trump’s new US tariffs take effect

China pledges to strengthen ties with neighbours, markets see more lows

10 April,2025 08:41 AM IST | Agencies
India News

‘India, China moving in positive direction’

India-China relations plunged to their lowest point since the 1962 war following the Galwan Valley clashes.

10 April,2025 08:41 AM IST | Agencies
India News

India withdraws transshipment rights from Bangladesh

“Logistical delays and higher costs were hindering our own exports and creating backlogs,” he said. 

10 April,2025 08:40 AM IST | Agencies
Opinion

Why we Will not forget him

Through his concussion issues-caused recent decision to call it quits from all forms of the game, Pucovski joined a list of 10 Australian cricketers who played their solitary Tests against India over the years

10 April,2025 06:53 AM IST | Clayton Murzello
Air India flier urinates on co-passenger on Delhi-Bangkok flight

Air India flier urinates on co-passenger on Delhi-Bangkok flight

A passenger on Air India's Delhi–Bangkok flight allegedly urinated on a co-passenger. The airline followed protocol and reported the matter to the DGCA

09 April,2025 07:11 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Remarks on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: Ex-scribe Prashant Koratkar gets bail

Remarks on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: Ex-scribe Prashant Koratkar gets bail

The Nagpur resident, who was arrested on March 24 and subsequently remanded in 14-day judicial custody, is currently lodged in Kalamba jail in Kolhapur district. The former scribe has also been accused of threatening historian Indrajeet Sawant

09 April,2025 06:25 PM IST | Kolhapur | PTI
IIM Ahmedabad to set up branch campus in Dubai

IIM Ahmedabad to set up branch campus in Dubai

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Tuesday between IIMA Director Bharat Bhasker and Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General of Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, in the presence of Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

09 April,2025 06:02 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Dubai Crown Prince to embark on official visit to India from Tuesday

Dubai Crown Prince to embark on official visit to India from Tuesday

Sheikh Hamdan, who is also UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, will hold talks with senior Indian officials to explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation and strengthen partnerships across various strategic sectors

09 April,2025 05:51 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI
ASI launches probe into devastating fire at Devgiri fort in Maharashtra

ASI launches probe into devastating fire at Devgiri fort in Maharashtra

The Devgiri fort, also known as Daulatabad fort, sees a high tourist footfall. Located around 16 km from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar city, it was once the capital for the Yadava Dynasty in the ninth to 14th century

09 April,2025 05:27 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | mid-day online correspondent
Varanasi gang rape: Nine arrested so far, 14 on the run

Varanasi gang rape: Nine arrested so far, 14 on the run

As per PTI, nine people have been arrested after a 19-year-old woman in Varanasi alleged she was drugged and gang-raped by 23 men over six days across hotels and cafes. Police are actively searching for the remaining accused

09 April,2025 05:12 PM IST | Varanasi | mid-day online correspondent
No divide and rule in Bengal, says Mamata Banerjee amid Waqf Act protests

No divide and rule in Bengal, says Mamata Banerjee amid Waqf Act protests

Following violent protests in Murshidabad over the Waqf (Amendment) Act, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee assured minority communities that she will protect their rights, properties, and ensure peace in the state

09 April,2025 05:02 PM IST | Kolkata
Waqf Act; Mamata urges Muslims not to be provoked

Waqf Act; Mamata urges Muslims not to be provoked

"I want to tell the people from the minority community that I know that you are pained by the Waqf Amendment Act but have faith that there will be no divide and rule in Bengal. You should give the message of live and let live, said WB CM Mamata Banerjee while speaking at the Navkar Mahamantra Divas program

09 April,2025 04:52 PM IST | West Bengal | mid-day online correspondent
Tuljapur drug seizure case: Cops nab 14, 35 named as accused

Tuljapur drug seizure case: Cops nab 14, 35 named as accused

The seizure of drugs from near the temple town of Tuljapur in Maharashtra's Dharashiv district had been done nearly two months ago, an official said

09 April,2025 03:51 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Maharashtra) | 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
    Fire at nursing home in China kills 20 elderly residents

    Fire at nursing home in China kills 20 elderly residents

    A devastating fire broke out at a nursing home in Hebei province’s Longhua County, killing 20 elderly residents. Nineteen others were taken to the hospital for evaluation. Authorities have detained the person in charge as investigations into the cause continue

    09 April,2025 01:55 PM IST | Beijing | PTI

    Russia invites PM Modi for May 9 victory day parade in Moscow

    Russia has officially invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the May 9 Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, marking the 80th anniversary of Germany's defeat in World War II. Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko confirmed that the visit is under consideration and that an invitation has already been sent

    09 April,2025 01:24 PM IST | Moscow | PTI

    India engaged with US to seal trade pact: EAM Jaishankar

    In the wake of US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India’s strategy is to negotiate a bilateral trade agreement with Washington by fall 2025. He added that India may be the only country to reach such an understanding with the US in Trump’s second term

    09 April,2025 01:14 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
    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
    Encroachment issue can’t be allowed to fester further

    Encroachment issue can’t be allowed to fester further

    Both footpaths adjacent to the building have been perpetually blocked, causing a huge inconvenience to residents

    08 April,2025 08:08 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    07 April,2025 06:44 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez
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