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 | mid-day online correspondentRemarks 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 | PTIIIM 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 | PTIDubai 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 | PTI
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 | mid-day online correspondentVaranasi 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 | mid-day online correspondentNo 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 ISTWaqf 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 | mid-day online correspondent
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 | mid-day online correspondentCommerce Ministry's intervention much delayed but welcome it: Sule
Supriya Sule, while speaking to ANI, said, Tariffs was a challenge that was most expected. In all our budget speeches, we mentioned that the government needs to have a high-powered team, so let's keep politics aside and get all the stakeholders involved. Justice delayed is justice denied
09 April,2025 03:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentMake Godavari pollution-free before 2027 Kumbh Mela: MNS
The protesters from the MNS, carrying party flags and placards, entered the holy Ramkund, located along the bank of the Godavari river, to press for their demands
09 April,2025 02:45 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentPrivate employers can specify court for job-related disputes: SC
The Supreme Court has said that private employers can include a clause in appointment letters specifying that any employment-related disputes must be resolved in a particular court or jurisdiction
09 April,2025 02:24 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
IN PHOTOS: Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan meets PM Modi
09 April,2025 05:15 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
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India clears 26 Rafale Marine jets deal with France worth over Rs 63,000 crore
09 April,2025 01:50 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Anti-Dalit mindset: Rahul slams BJP after leader 'purifies' Rajasthan temple
09 April,2025 01:50 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondent
Those who do not fulfil responsibilities in party should retire: Kharge
09 April,2025 01:39 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondent
J&K Assembly adjourned after ruckus over AAP MLA’s controversial remarks
09 April,2025 01:37 PM IST | Jammu | ANI
PM Modi attends Navkar Mahamantra program barefoot in reverence
09 April,2025 01:25 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Waqf amendment act won't be implemented in Bengal, says Mamata Banerjee
09 April,2025 01:18 PM IST | Kolkata | PTI
Maharashtra: Fire breaks out in scrap godown at Moshi Road in Pimpri Chinchwad
09 April,2025 01:15 PM IST | Maharashtra | ANI
'US tariffs cloud economic outlook across regions, to have impact on exports'
09 April,2025 12:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Kharge calls Maharashtra polls a 'fraud', demands return to ballot paper
09 April,2025 12:18 PM IST | New Delhi | 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.
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
India engaged with US to seal trade pact: EAM Jaishankar
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