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Yamuna poisoning row: EC raps Kejriwal, asks for evidence

The EC asked the AAP chief to provide factual proof with specific and pointed response to the type, quantity, nature and manner of poisoning of Yamuna

31 January,2025 08:42 AM IST | Agencies
India News

JPC on Waqf Bill submits report to LS speaker

On the other hand, the opposition termed it an attack on the constitutional rights of the Muslim community and interference in the functioning of Waqf boards

31 January,2025 08:42 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Bill introduced in US Senate to restrict birthright citizenship

The US is one of only 33 countries in the world with no restrictions on birthright citizenship, they said.

31 January,2025 08:40 AM IST | Agencies
World News

INSV Tarini crosses Point Nemo

This event marks a significant milestone in the Navika Sagar Parikrama II mission, a circumnavigation journey undertaken by the two officers as part of India’s naval exploration initiative, the Indian Navy said. 

31 January,2025 08:40 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Newly spotted asteroid has tiny chance of hitting Earth in 2032

Scientists are keeping close watch on the space rock, which is currently heading away from Earth

31 January,2025 08:40 AM IST | Agencies
World News

Five skiers killed due to French Alps avalanches

The group of seven skiers was on an off-piste tour when a massive avalanche struck, sweeping away four of them

31 January,2025 08:40 AM IST | Agencies
India News

Jarange ends fast, claims govt ready to accept several demands

Members of the Maratha community would march to Mumbai if the demands were not fulfilled, he warned. The activist, who has been demanding reservation for the community in government jobs and education, broke his hunger strike at Antarwali Sarati village in Jalna district in the presence of BJP MLA Suresh Dhas

31 January,2025 08:35 AM IST | Agencies
Opinion

The radiant reading experience

When it comes to the immersive pleasure they afford, TV shows and films pale in comparison to books. Wielding the power of words to leave strangers mesmerised is a writer’s biggest achievement

31 January,2025 08:08 AM IST | Rosalyn D'mello
Opinion

We have no right to deny gay people a life of dignity

This should make us think about so many queer people, men or women, who are living in the closet here, too, fearful of being their true selves.

31 January,2025 08:08 AM IST | The Editorial
India News

Maharashtra: New police station set up in Maoist-sensitive area of Gadchiroli

In a strategic move to bolster security, the new police station was set up with support from 1,000 C-60 commandos, 25 Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) teams, newly recruited police personnel, 500 special officers, and private contractors

31 January,2025 12:55 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

‘No death certificates, just a note’: Kumbh stampede victims’ kin raise issue

He claimed that the note he was handed over had no official stamp nor was it signed by any official of the government of Uttar Pradesh

30 January,2025 07:11 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
India News

HMPV outbreak: Eighth case reported in Gujarat after 4-year-old tests positive

The boy was admitted to hospital on Tuesday for a fever and cough. A test conducted on the same day confirmed that he was infected with HMPV. The patient had no history of foreign travel in recent times, the medical officer said

30 January,2025 06:55 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
Four bodies of Belagavi devotees killed in Maha Kumbh stampede to be airlifted

Four bodies of Belagavi devotees killed in Maha Kumbh stampede to be airlifted

Earlier in the day, Karnataka minister Krishna Byre Gowda stated that senior officials are overseeing efforts to bring back the bodies

30 January,2025 06:09 PM IST | Prayagraj | mid-day online correspondent
Chandigarh Mayoral polls: With 3 cross votes, BJP defeats Congress-AAP alliance

Chandigarh Mayoral polls: With 3 cross votes, BJP defeats Congress-AAP alliance

There are a total of 36 votes in the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation. While 35 votes are of councillors, the sole Member of Parliament (MP) from the territory also casts their vote in the poll. A total of 19 votes are needed for the majority

30 January,2025 04:22 PM IST | Chandigarh | mid-day online correspondent
Six Indian fishermen released from Sri Lanka prison, return to Chennai

Six Indian fishermen released from Sri Lanka prison, return to Chennai

The remaining fishermen were handed over to local police, with Sri Lanka's Department of Aquatic Resources reportedly denying responsibility for arrest

30 January,2025 03:46 PM IST | Chennai
Waqf Amendment Bill: Report and revised amended bill to be adopted, says Pal

Waqf Amendment Bill: Report and revised amended bill to be adopted, says Pal

Muslim Rashtriya Manch National Convener Shahid Sayeed hailed the clearance of Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 by JPC saying that the bill will serve as an effective means to address basic societal needs while empowering the underprivileged and weaker sections

30 January,2025 02:48 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
AAP leaders to bring contaminated Yamuna water to BJP's Delhi headquarters

AAP leaders to bring contaminated Yamuna water to BJP's Delhi headquarters

Kejriwal responded to the ECI on Wednesday regarding his "poisoned water" remarks, in which he levied serious allegations against Haryana's BJP government

30 January,2025 02:06 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
IndiGo increases flights and seat capacity for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj

IndiGo increases flights and seat capacity for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj

IndiGo boosts its flight operations and seat capacity to and from Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, ensuring smooth travel for pilgrims and increased connectivity to major Indian cities

30 January,2025 01:35 PM IST | Mumbai | Prasun Choudhari
EC asks Kejriwal to provide factual evidence over his 'poisoned water' remarks

EC asks Kejriwal to provide factual evidence over his 'poisoned water' remarks

Arvind Kejriwal is asked to share details of engineers, location and methodology of detecting the "poison" by Delhi Jal Board staff by Friday 11 am, failing which the EC will be free to take appropriate decisions in the matter

30 January,2025 01:02 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
'Won't tolerate attempt to prevent Marathi speakers from using their language'

'Won't tolerate attempt to prevent Marathi speakers from using their language'

Responding to an incident in Thane district's Dombivli area where some non-Marathi residents of a housing society reportedly opposed a socio-religious ceremony (haldi kunku) of the Marathi community on Monday, Samant said there was a need to formulate a policy to stop such episodes

30 January,2025 12:10 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
Urban planning 'failure', pollution to be blamed for rising cases: Supriya Sule

Urban planning 'failure', pollution to be blamed for rising cases: Supriya Sule

Sule demanded that the government bear all medical expenses of the GBS patients, claiming the disease was prevalent due to the "flawed management"

30 January,2025 11:46 AM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent
US Mid-Air Collision: Residents reveal shocking details on the tragedy

    US Mid-Air Collision: Residents reveal shocking details on the tragedy

    In a tragic incident, on 29th January, a collision took place between a passenger jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near the Reagan Washington National Airport. The area has been cordoned off. Residents from the area gave their first account of witnessing the tragedy. Surveillance footage showed two aircraft lights moving toward each other before they crashed and exploded mid-air.

    31 January,2025 11:16 AM IST
    'Even children not spared' says activist over Pakistan's enforced disappearances

    'Even children not spared' says activist over Pakistan's enforced disappearances

    The latest wave of enforced disappearances in Balochistan has drawn sharp criticism from Paank, a Baloch human rights organisation

    30 January,2025 06:11 PM IST | Balochistan | mid-day online correspondent

    Passenger jet collides with Army helicopter while landing at Washington airport

    There were multiple fatalities, according to a person familiar with the matter, but the precise number of victims was unclear as rescue crews hunted for any survivors

    30 January,2025 11:29 AM IST | Arlington | mid-day online correspondent

    Global outrage over DeepSeek AI’s stance

    The Campaign for Uyghur said DeepSeek aggressively collects and stores personal information, such as IP addresses and conversation histories, on servers located in China

    30 January,2025 08:23 AM IST | Beijing | 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
    Authorities must weed out illegal autorickshaws

    Authorities must weed out illegal autorickshaws

    The bigger takeaway though was that several problems needed to be looked at and addressed through the fare hike. Bus services at some high-density spots like near offices and stations have been whittled down and commuters are hard-pressed to get buses

    29 January,2025 06:58 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    26 January,2025 07:28 AM IST | Mumbai | Shweta Shiware
    26 January,2025 07:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Mazda Turel
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