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Are young people still welcome?

For those trying to rent a home, jumping through hoops and fighting prejudice are still unfortunately part of the struggle

30 November,2024 07:26 AM IST | Lindsay Pereira
Opinion

Accidents caused by dumpers need addressing

This is easier said than done, given the traffic snarls witnessed in Mumbai. Yet, there is some way we can meet at the halfway stage. Maybe, specific timings could be planned for  the plying of heavy vehicles

30 November,2024 07:18 AM IST | The Editorial
World News

Observe North Korea while sipping on coffee

The tables and windows face North Korea at the Starbucks, where about 40 people, a few of them foreigners, came to the opening Friday

30 November,2024 07:12 AM IST | Agencies
World News

China’s panda population rises to 1,900

Experts say the breeding was the most difficult process. “In the early days, the artificial breeding of giant pandas was a big problem

30 November,2024 07:12 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Insurgents move toward Aleppo

Fighters also advanced on the town of Saraqab, in northwestern Idlib province, a strategic area that would secure supply lines to Aleppo

30 November,2024 07:11 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Bangladesh freezes bank accounts linked to ISKCON

The move comes after the Bangladesh High Court rejected a petition seeking a ban on International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), following the killing of a lawyer in a clash between the Hindu leader’s supporters and security personnel

30 November,2024 07:11 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Debate on legalising assisted dying begins in United Kingdom

Any new law, however, is unlikely to come into effect within the next two to three years of being approved

30 November,2024 07:11 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Russia defence minister visits North Korea to deepen ties

Russia’s Defence Ministry didn’t say whom Belousov would meet or the purpose of the talks. North Korean state media didn’t immediately confirm the visit

30 November,2024 07:10 AM IST | Agencies
India News

Leopard spotted in Udgir town; search operation launched

The feline was captured on a CCTV camera installed outside a local resident's house located close to the Udgir fort around 5.20 am, an official said

29 November,2024 11:22 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Agencies should focus on emerging security challenges along eastern border: Shah

Amit Shah also called for taking the initiative towards a zero-tolerance strategy against terrorism

29 November,2024 11:10 PM IST | PTI
India News

Kerala High Court denies bail to 7 PFI members in 2022 RSS leader murder case

The Kerala High Court noted that according to the records, one of the seven accused had arranged the motorcycle used by the assailants 'to conduct a recce for locating the target and carrying out the terrorist act'

29 November,2024 11:06 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

Gujarat: Man held after he tries to bribe labour court judge during hearing

The accused walked into the court room and placed a sealed cover on judge's table, said an official

29 November,2024 10:59 PM IST | PTI
Integrity of electoral process compromised, Cong to launch movement soon: CWC

Integrity of electoral process compromised, Cong to launch movement soon: CWC

A resolution adopted by the CWC, the top decision-making body of the party, said free and fair elections is a Constitutional mandate which was being called into "serious question by the partisan functioning of the Election Commission"

29 November,2024 10:50 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
School teacher, his wife and daughter kill self in Parbhani

School teacher, his wife and daughter kill self in Parbhani

The deaths took place at around 2:30 pm on Thursday near a bridge on Godavari river in Dharkhed close to Gangakhed town, an official said

29 November,2024 10:33 PM IST | Latur | mid-day online correspondent
Delhi Assembly Elections: Congress to fight on all 70 seats, says state chief

Delhi Assembly Elections: Congress to fight on all 70 seats, says state chief

Devender Yadav confirmed the development after attending the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting on Friday in the national capital

29 November,2024 10:10 PM IST | Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra: 11 dead, 25 injured after state transport bus overturns in Gondia

Maharashtra: 11 dead, 25 injured after state transport bus overturns in Gondia

According to information from CMO, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has ordered the Transport Administration to provide immediate assistance of Rs 10 lakh to the victims

29 November,2024 08:44 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Congress must introspect about poll drubbing: Ashok Chavan

Congress must introspect about poll drubbing: Ashok Chavan

Ashok Chavan, a former state chief minister, had quit the Congress and joined the BJP earlier this year

29 November,2024 07:11 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | mid-day online correspondent
Indian Navy thwarts drug smuggling in Arabian Sea, seizes 500 kg of crystal meth

Indian Navy thwarts drug smuggling in Arabian Sea, seizes 500 kg of crystal meth

Two boats were identified based on continuous inputs from the Sri Lankan Navy and aerial surveillance by an Indian Navy aircraft

29 November,2024 06:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra accident: PM Modi announces ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for victims' kin

Maharashtra accident: PM Modi announces ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for victims' kin

At least eight people died and around 30 people were injured after a Maharashtra State Transport bus overturned near Bindravana Tola village on the Gondia-Arjuni road in the Gondia district on Friday afternoon

29 November,2024 06:19 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
MEA says Rahul Gandhi's comments on PM Modi, Biden 'unfortunate'

MEA says Rahul Gandhi's comments on PM Modi, Biden 'unfortunate'

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal noted that the 'multifaceted partnership' between India and the US is built over years of perseverance, togetherness, mutual respect and commitment by both sides and the remarks are 'not in keeping with warm and friendly ties'

29 November,2024 05:59 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
State Congress to ECI: Huge scam in voting percentage in Maharashtra

State Congress to ECI: Huge scam in voting percentage in Maharashtra

Raising questions over EVMs, Nana Patole, in a letter to the Chief Electoral Officer, said that public 'sentiment' has become 'extremely intense' as there is a huge 'scam' in the percentage of votes in the assembly elections

29 November,2024 04:41 PM IST | Nagpur | mid-day online correspondent
WAQF Bill Controversy: What is WAQF Bill and why is it so controversial?

    WAQF Bill Controversy: What is WAQF Bill and why is it so controversial?

    The WAQF Bill controversy has been doing rounds a lot lately. While Modi government has proposed an amendment in the WAQF Act, voices are being raised opposing the same. But why is a section opposing the amendments and what is the WAQF Bill in the first place. What are the key provisions of the WAQF Amendment Bill that are being opposed. Take a look.

    29 November,2024 05:24 PM IST
    Israel and Lebanon accuse each other of ceasefire violations

    Israel and Lebanon accuse each other of ceasefire violations

    Following the incident, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the army to prepare for war if the ceasefire was violated

    29 November,2024 02:15 PM IST | Tel Aviv | mid-day online correspondent

    ‘It’s a bird! It’s a plane!’ ...it’s both, in Alaska!

    For the third straight year, Esther Keim has been flying low and slow in a small plane over rural parts of south-central Alaska, dropping frozen turkeys to those who can’t run to a store.

    29 November,2024 07:58 AM IST | Anchorage | Agencies

    Syrian rebels launch attack on govt forces

    Opposition factions began the offensive on Wednesday and claim to have wrestled control of over 15 villages from government forces

    29 November,2024 07:53 AM IST | Aleppo | Agencies
    Over 30 lakh devotees make pilgrimage to Badrinath and Kedarnath in 2024: Report

    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

    Gurunanak Jayanti brings light and devotion to Mumbai's gurudwaras

    Mumbai marks Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary with celebrations highlighting his teachings on unity, service, and compassion.

    16 November,2024 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha Shrivastava

    Varanasi: Large crowds gather at Dashashwamedh Ghat for 'Ganga Mahotsav 2024'

    Large crowds gathered at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat for the ongoing Ganga Mahotsav 2024, where cultural performances, including a Kathak dance by Yasmin Singh, added to the vibrant atmosphere. The festival celebrates the spiritual significance of the Ganges and attracts visitors from around the world

    13 November,2024 09:59 AM IST | Varanasi
    Differently abled athletes deserve better facilities

    Differently abled athletes deserve better facilities

    Singh was cerebral at a meet with an audience in a south Mumbai hotel.

    28 November,2024 07:28 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
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    26 November,2024 07:23 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y Gopinath
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