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Engineering student kills parents after differences over his education in Nagpur

The tragic incident occurred on December 26 at the family's residence in the Kapil Nagar area. The discovery of the decomposed bodies came to light on Wednesday, after neighbors reported a foul smell emanating from the house, an official stated

01 January,2025 07:00 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Centre amends prison manual rules

According to the new addition in the manual, the prison authorities will have to strictly ensure that there is no discrimination, classification, segregation of prisoners on the basis of their caste

01 January,2025 06:57 PM IST | PTI
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Congress to launch 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' campaign on January 3

The campaign was to be launched on December 27 but was suspended in view of the demise of former prime minister Manmohan Singh on December 26 and the announcement of a seven-day mourning in his honour

01 January,2025 06:49 PM IST | PTI
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India, Pakistan exchange list of nuclear installations

The exchange of the list took place under the provisions of an agreement on the prohibition of attacks against nuclear installations and facilities, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said

01 January,2025 06:47 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Beed Sarpanch murder: Locals stage 'jal samadhi', seek arrest of 3 accused

The protest, during which some 40 men and women stood waist-deep in a lake, was called off after two hours, as the District Superintendent of Police visited the village and assured the protestors that the cops will leave no stone unturned to nab the accused

01 January,2025 06:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Three held for murdering friend in drunken brawl on New Year's eve in Nashik

The crime branch teams nabbed the trio from Phule Nagar area on Wednesday morning, while an another suspect accused is on the run, an official said

01 January,2025 06:07 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Warm January likely in most parts of India: IMD

IMD also noted that rainfall in north India between January and March is likely to be below normal, with levels expected to be less than 86 per cent of the long-period average (LPA). The average rainfall for north India during this period, based on data from 1971-2020, is approximately 184.3 mm

01 January,2025 05:54 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Four dead, two injured as car hits stationary truck in Jalna

The truck had broken down and halted on the road at Mahakal village in Ambad tehsil when the car rammed into it from the rear, an official said

01 January,2025 05:53 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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US: 10 dead, 30 injured as vehicle drives into large crowd in New Orleans

The officials were working a mass casualty incident involving a vehicle that drove into a large crowd on Canal and Bourbon Street

01 January,2025 05:33 PM IST | AFP
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Ministry of Civil Aviation issues guidelines as part of fog season preparations

The focus of these discussions was to develop a collaborative approach for addressing the challenges posed by fog-related disruptions, ensuring that air travel remains smooth and efficient despite weather-related obstacles

01 January,2025 05:12 PM IST | A Correspondent
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Naxalism nearing its end in Maharashtra, says CM Devendra Fadnavis

During his visit to Gadchiroli, Fadnavis told reporters that the dominance of Naxalites in remote areas of the district was ending, and welcomed the move by top Naxal cadres to lay down their arms and turn themselves in

01 January,2025 04:23 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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New Year 2025: Devotees across India throng temples, churches to offer prayers

Whether it was Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Ayodhya, Haridwar, Mathura, Varanasi, Ajmer, Tirupati, or Guwahati, people flocked to iconic religious spots to celebrate the first day of 2025

01 January,2025 01:54 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Indian Navy to commission historic trio of combat platforms on 15 january 2025

Indian Navy to commission historic trio of combat platforms on 15 january 2025

On 15 January 2025, the Indian Navy will commission Nilgiri, Surat, and Vaghsheer, three advanced combat platforms built indigenously, marking a significant milestone in India’s defence capabilities.

01 January,2025 01:25 PM IST | Mumbai
Five family members found murdered in Lucknow hotel, accused arrested

Five family members found murdered in Lucknow hotel, accused arrested

Five family members were found dead in a Lucknow hotel, and the accused, Arshad, has been arrested. Preliminary investigations suggest domestic disputes as the motive.

01 January,2025 11:42 AM IST | Lucknow
Mercury drops to 7.4°C in Delhi on New Year's first morning

Mercury drops to 7.4°C in Delhi on New Year's first morning

The first morning of 2025 saw Delhi's minimum temperature dip to 7.4°C with shallow fog and forecasts of cold conditions and dense fog for the day.

01 January,2025 10:50 AM IST | New Delhi
Stepping into 2025: pm modi and president murmu share new year wishes

Stepping into 2025: pm modi and president murmu share new year wishes

Prime Minister Modi and President Murmu extend heartfelt New Year wishes for 2025, as India celebrates with joy and vibrant festivities across cities.

01 January,2025 09:05 AM IST | New Delhi
Arvind Kejriwal launches Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana in Delhi

Arvind Kejriwal launches Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana in Delhi

“Today I visited Marghat Baba's temple (ISBT) and launched the Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana. Today is the birthday of Mahant ji here. I also celebrated his birthday with him,” he said in a post on X

01 January,2025 03:41 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Dallewal ready for medical aid if Centre talks: Punjab

Dallewal ready for medical aid if Centre talks: Punjab

SC had, on December 20, put onus on Punjab government officials and doctors to decide on fasting farmer Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s hospitalisation

01 January,2025 03:41 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Manipur CM apologises for violence, urges all to forgive and forget

Manipur CM apologises for violence, urges all to forgive and forget

At least 250 have been killed while thousands rendered homeless in ethnic conflict

01 January,2025 03:41 AM IST | Imphal | Agencies
NIA records 100 per cent conviction rate in 2024, cracks multiple cases

NIA records 100 per cent conviction rate in 2024, cracks multiple cases

According to an official statement, a total of 210 accused were arrested across 80 major cases in 2024

31 December,2024 09:22 PM IST | Mumbai | Faizan Khan
After CM's apology, Congress asks why can't PM go to Manipur and apologise

After CM's apology, Congress asks why can't PM go to Manipur and apologise

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said the people of Manipur cannot understand their neglect by the prime minister, whom he accused of deliberately avoiding a visit to Manipur

31 December,2024 05:51 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Watch: Putin reassures Russians of progress and unity in 2025 new year message

    Watch: Putin reassures Russians of progress and unity in 2025 new year message

    In his New Year speech, President Vladimir Putin reassured Russians that the country would continue to move forward with confidence in 2025. He emphasized that the wellbeing of citizens was his top priority, even though many are concerned about rising prices and high interest rates. Putin reminded Russians of the country’s past victories, including defeating Nazi Germany, and framed current challenges as part of a historic mission. He honored Russian soldiers fighting in Ukraine, calling them heroes. While he didn’t address the war’s future or economic issues directly, he expressed hope for progress, stating that Russia’s future is strong and that the nation will continue to thrive.

    01 January,2025 05:34 PM IST
    45 get evacuated from Gaza for medical aid

    45 get evacuated from Gaza for medical aid

    The Health Ministry says several thousand Palestinians in Gaza need medical treatment abroad. Israel has controlled all entry and exit points since capturing Rafah in May

    01 January,2025 03:42 AM IST | Khan Younis | Agencies

    Russian aerial attack strikes Kyiv, regions across Ukraine

    Authorities in the northeastern Sumy region reported strikes near the city of Shostka, where 12 residential buildings, two educational facilities and other “social infrastructure objects” had been damaged. The air force also reported missiles and drones targeting several other regions of Ukraine

    01 January,2025 03:42 AM IST | Kyiv | Agencies

    US and Boeing officials at Jeju Air crash site

    All but two of the 181 people aboard the Boeing 737-800 operated by South Korean budget airline Jeju Air died on Sunday

    01 January,2025 03:42 AM IST | Seoul | Agencies
    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
    A few big things about small talk

    A few big things about small talk

    It’s a moment of epiphany to realise that mankind’s problem is not how to end a conversation but why start it in the first place

    31 December,2024 06:50 AM IST | Mumbai | C Y Gopinath
    30 December,2024 07:12 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez
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