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Maharashtra: Class 12 student dies by suicide at hostel in Nagpur

According to police, the boy was stressed about the Class 12 board examination and had told his mother he would not sit for it

14 January,2025 03:48 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Fog blankets Delhi, train schedules disrupted

A total of 39 trains were running late as of 6 am. Some trains were delayed by 30 minutes, while others were running up to four hours behind schedule

14 January,2025 02:52 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Prohibitory orders imposed in Beed over protests related to sarpanch murder

The assembly of five or more persons without permission from authorities has been prohibited and people are not allowed to carry weapons in public places, the district administration said in a release issued on Monday

14 January,2025 02:40 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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PM Modi greets people on Magh Bihu, Makar Sankranti

On this occasion, bathing in holy rivers like the Ganga and Yamuna during Makar Sankranti is believed to cleanse sins and bestow spiritual merit

14 January,2025 02:18 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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SBI report: Trump’s Influence on Indian Rupee expected to be temporary

Historical data referenced in the report shows that the Indian rupee tends to perform better during Republican presidencies compared to Democratic ones

14 January,2025 12:27 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Rajasthan HC grants interim bail to Asaram in 2013 rape case

The Rajasthan High Court has granted interim bail to self-styled godman Asaram, serving life imprisonment for a 2013 rape case, citing health concerns.

14 January,2025 12:18 PM IST
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Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP of betraying Jats of Delhi

The Jat community accounts for a significant chunk of votes in some constituencies

14 January,2025 10:38 AM IST | Agencies
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Border fencing: India summons top Bangladesh diplomat

MEA said India reiterated its commitment to ensuring a crime-free border by effectively addressing the challenges of cross-border criminal activities

14 January,2025 10:37 AM IST | Agencies
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Progress in talks over Gaza ceasefire, hostage release

But officials say there are a number of hurdles that still need to be cleared

14 January,2025 10:34 AM IST | Agencies
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‘North Korean soldiers captured in Ukraine have no desire to defect’

The agency said it was willing to discuss the matter with Ukraine if the soldiers ask to go to South Korea

14 January,2025 10:31 AM IST | Agencies
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Dazzling Ice Castles are back in the US

This year there are displays in Utah, Minnesota, two locations in Colorado and New Hampshire, where the site includes an ice bar

14 January,2025 10:25 AM IST | Agencies
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Jeff Bezos’ rocket launch nixed

The 320-foot New Glenn rocket was supposed to blast off with a prototype satellite from Florida’s Cape Canaveral Space Force Station but there was an unspecified rocket issue in the final minutes of the countdown

14 January,2025 10:07 AM IST | Agencies
Retail inflation eases to 4-mth low of 5.22 per cent

Retail inflation eases to 4-mth low of 5.22 per cent

The inflation based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) was 5.48 per cent in November and 5.69 per cent in December 2023

14 January,2025 09:48 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
NTA postpones UGC-NET exam scheduled for January 15 due to festivals

NTA postpones UGC-NET exam scheduled for January 15 due to festivals

As per the guidelines, the subject of the Ph.D. degree precedes the disciplines studied in undergraduate and postgraduate degrees for faculty selections

14 January,2025 09:46 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Child trafficking gang busted in Uttarakhand, 4 held, toddler rescued

Child trafficking gang busted in Uttarakhand, 4 held, toddler rescued

When the kidnappers got to know that the police were probing the matter, one of them dropped Akash at the gate of the Yamuna Colony, he said

14 January,2025 09:36 AM IST | Dehradun | PTI
No one knows when Chandrababu will lose mind or Nitish turn his back: Pilot

No one knows when Chandrababu will lose mind or Nitish turn his back: Pilot

The Congress leader also emphasised that in a democracy, it is flawed to assume that power is permanent

14 January,2025 09:31 AM IST | Jaipur | IANS
Situation along LAC in eastern Ladakh sector stable: Army chief

Situation along LAC in eastern Ladakh sector stable: Army chief

Addressing a press conference ahead of the Army Day, Gen Dwivedi said there is still a degree of standoff in the region and efforts are needed to restore trust between the Indian and the Chinese militaries

14 January,2025 09:26 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Jammu and Kashmir: PM Modi inaugurates Z-Morh tunnel in Sonmarg

Jammu and Kashmir: PM Modi inaugurates Z-Morh tunnel in Sonmarg

Situated at an altitude of 8,650 ft above sea level, the tunnel will enhance all-weather connectivity between Srinagar and Sonamarg en route to Leh

14 January,2025 09:22 AM IST | Srinagar | Agencies
Hope this festival brings immense happiness: Kharge extends Lohri greetings

Hope this festival brings immense happiness: Kharge extends Lohri greetings

Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal and Lohri are all traditional harvest festivals and share similarities despite being celebrated in different regions

13 January,2025 12:02 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal

President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal

President Murmu stated that these festivals are a symbol of our rich cultural heritage and unity in diversity and are celebrated in different regions of India to express respect for nature

13 January,2025 11:56 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Very special day for those who cherish Bharatiya values, says PM Modi

Very special day for those who cherish Bharatiya values, says PM Modi

Expressing his happiness at seeing the influx of pilgrims and tourists in Prayagraj, PM Modi wished all pilgrims and tourists a wonderful stay

13 January,2025 11:50 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Maha Kumbh 2025: Spiritual leader talks about Steve Job's wife's visit

    Maha Kumbh 2025: Spiritual leader talks about Steve Job's wife's visit

    Swami Kailashanand Giri Maharaj, speaking about Laurene Powell Jobs, the wife of late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, shared that she is currently staying at his Ashram in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. He mentioned that Laurene is in his "shivir" (spiritual camp) and has never been in such a busy place before. Swami Kailashanand noted that Laurene has some allergies but remains very simple in nature. He also pointed out that many people, especially those unfamiliar with their tradition, are eager to join and learn from their way of life. The Swami expressed that Laurene's visit has sparked interest in their teachings from others.

    14 January,2025 01:50 PM IST
    Los Angeles wildfires: Death toll rises to 24; 16 missing

    Los Angeles wildfires: Death toll rises to 24; 16 missing

    The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for severe fire conditions through Wednesday, with sustained winds of 80 kmph and gusts in the mountains reaching 113 kmph

    14 January,2025 09:54 AM IST | Los Angeles | Agencies

    US winning worldwide competition, says Joe Biden

    This is a fierce competition (that is) underway, the future of the global economy, technology, human values and so much else. Right now, in my view, thanks to our administration, the United States is winning the worldwide competition," Biden said

    14 January,2025 09:42 AM IST | Washington | PTI

    At least 100 illegal miners died while trapped in South African mine, group says

    Mnguni said "a minimum" of 100 men had died in the mine in North West province where police first launched an operation in November to force the miners out

    14 January,2025 09:35 AM IST | Johannesburg | AP
    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
    Horsing around can have dangerous consequences

    Horsing around can have dangerous consequences

    The boys had been warned by the girl’s mother not to roughhouse it near her daughter but they ignored her

    13 January,2025 07:01 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
    12 January,2025 08:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Ian Chappell
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