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Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passes away at age 92 in AIIMS Delhi

He was admitted on Thursday evening to the hospital’s emergency department, and his condition was said to be critical

26 December,2024 10:36 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Breaking: Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh admitted to AIIMS Delhi

The 92-year-old Singh was brought to the emergency department of the hospital

26 December,2024 09:48 PM IST | PTI
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CM Fadnavis and leaders across India pay tribute to Sahibzades on Veer Bal Diwas

On Veer Bal Diwas, leaders including CM Devendra Fadnavis, Yogi Adityanath, and Pushkar Singh Dhami paid tribute to the Sahibzades of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, honouring their sacrifice and bravery. Prime Minister Modi also recognised their courage and commitment, inspiring future generations to uphold these values

26 December,2024 08:30 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Offbeat News

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 | mid-day online correspondent
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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 | mid-day online correspondent
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Kejriwal inducts wrestlers and bodybuilders into AAP ahead of Delhi polls

Arvind Kejriwal welcomed wrestlers, bodybuilders, and gym owners to AAP, aiming to strengthen the party ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections. The move focuses on increasing the party’s involvement with fitness and health issues.

26 December,2024 01:24 PM IST
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CWC meeting will set pace and agenda for next few months and years: Sachin Pilot

Congress MP Manish Tiwari said that they have come to strengthen the slogan of Jai Bapu, Jai Bheem, Jai Constitution

26 December,2024 01:22 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
World News

Cyberattack hits Japan Airlines; flights delayed, ticket sales suspended

The airline reported that the issues began at approximately 7:25 am, prompting it to suspend ticket sales for all domestic and international flights for the remainder of the day

26 December,2024 11:59 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Low visibility procedures in place, flights remain on schedule: Delhi airport

ndia Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a minimum temperature of 7 degrees Celsius in Delhi ton Thursday, along with a forecast of dense fog

26 December,2024 11:19 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Air quality 'very poor' in Delhi; minimum temperature at 8.2 degrees Celsius

Of the 38 monitoring stations that recorded air quality data in the national capital, 32 reported the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the "very poor" category, according to the CPCB

26 December,2024 10:50 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Delhi CM Atishi inaugurates flyover to ease traffic congestion

The flyover is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion, benefiting lakhs of commuters daily.

26 December,2024 10:41 AM IST | ANI
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30 arrested in Andhra Pradesh's Eluru for illegal gambling operation

The raid took place in the evening at a thatched shed located in Paturi Nilayam, owned by Paturi Trinadh

26 December,2024 10:40 AM IST | ANI
BPSC exam candidates are being instigated, claims Patna DM

BPSC exam candidates are being instigated, claims Patna DM

Patna Police initiated cane-charge on the BPSC candidates at Nehru Road and Bailey Road near the BPSC office on Wednesday; the protests were centered on the demand to cancel the BPSC exam held on December 13.

26 December,2024 10:33 AM IST | Patna | IANS
PM Modi lays foundation stone of Ken-Betwa river project

PM Modi lays foundation stone of Ken-Betwa river project

The project will provide drinking water to nearly 44 lakh people in 10 districts of Madhya Pradesh

26 December,2024 07:32 AM IST | Khajuraho | Agencies
Govt to cut fiscal deficit to 4.5 percent: Finance min report

Govt to cut fiscal deficit to 4.5 percent: Finance min report

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Budget for 2025-26 in Parliament on February 1

26 December,2024 07:31 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Delhi Congress releases ‘white paper’ targetting AAP

Delhi Congress releases ‘white paper’ targetting AAP

“If anyone is the king of fraud in the entire country then it is Kejriwal,” Maken said while releasing the white paper titled “Mauka Mauka, Har Baar Dhoka”.

26 December,2024 07:29 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
'Mahayuti's unprecedented win in Maharashtra a fitting tribute to Vajpayee'

'Mahayuti's unprecedented win in Maharashtra a fitting tribute to Vajpayee'

Speaking during an event in Nagpur, where he was publicly felicitated by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, he also said that power has not gone to his head as that he was nothing without BJP

25 December,2024 11:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Beed Sarpanch murder: Maharashtra Congress leader calls for strictest punishment

Beed Sarpanch murder: Maharashtra Congress leader calls for strictest punishment

Beed Sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh was abducted and murdered on December 9, triggering a political firestorm with the Opposition accusing the BJP-led Mahayuti government of failing to take stern action and giving a long rope to an aide of a minister

25 December,2024 09:31 PM IST | Beed | mid-day online correspondent
One dead, 20 rescued after tourist boat capsizes off Calangute beach in Goa

One dead, 20 rescued after tourist boat capsizes off Calangute beach in Goa

A 54-year-old man died and 20 others were rescued and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment after the boat they were travelling in capsized, a senior police official said

25 December,2024 09:19 PM IST | Panaji | PTI
Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu meets PM Modi

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu meets PM Modi

CM Naidu and PM Modi discussed development issues and pending projects of the state during the brief 30-minute meeting at the prime minister's residence, sources said

25 December,2024 09:08 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Uttarakhand: Child among 4 killed, 23 hurt as bus falls into deep gorge

Uttarakhand: Child among 4 killed, 23 hurt as bus falls into deep gorge

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed grief over the accident and instructed the district administration to carry out the relief and rescue operations expeditiously

25 December,2024 09:01 PM IST | Nainital | PTI
Delhi CM Atishi questions Congress-BJP ties ahead of Delhi elections

    Delhi CM Atishi questions Congress-BJP ties ahead of Delhi elections

    Delhi CM Atishi accused the Congress party of having an arrangement with the BJP for the upcoming Delhi elections. She pointed out that Congress senior leader Ajay Maken had called Arvind Kejriwal anti-national, but never made similar accusations against any BJP leader. Atishi questioned why Congress filed an FIR against her and Kejriwal, while never taking similar actions against BJP leaders. She claimed that BJP is funding Congress candidates, including Sandeep Dikshit. She also reminded Congress that they had previously allied with AAP in the Lok Sabha elections. Atishi demanded Congress take action against Maken within 24 hours if there is no understanding with the BJP.

    26 December,2024 05:45 PM IST
    Death toll rises to 38 in Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Kazakhstan's Akta

    Death toll rises to 38 in Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Kazakhstan's Akta

    The Embraer 190 aircraft was en route from Azerbaijan's capital Baku to Grozny, a Russian city in the North Caucasus

    26 December,2024 10:38 AM IST | Aktau | ANI

    Man arrested in Christmas Eve attack on 2 people at Manhattan's Grand Central

    The man was arrested on assault, reckless endangerment, menacing, harassment, disorderly conduct and a weapons charge after the attack at 10:15 pm

    26 December,2024 10:35 AM IST | New York | AP

    Russia targets Ukrainian energy infra in massive Christmas Day attack

    President Zelensky calls attack inhumane, says its timing was deliberate

    26 December,2024 07:34 AM IST | Kyiv | Agencies
    26 December,2024 07:34 AM IST | Beijing | Agencies
    26 December,2024 07:34 AM IST | Peshawar | Agencies
    26 December,2024 07:33 AM IST | Washington | Agencies
    26 December,2024 07:33 AM IST | Vatican City | 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
    A little caution and respect for rules go a long way

    A little caution and respect for rules go a long way

    There were reports that passengers refused to wear life jackets, even though they were told to.

    25 December,2024 07:17 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    23 December,2024 01:12 PM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez
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