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Hamas dismisses Gaza protests as `serving foreign interests`

He claimed that people characterizing the protests as against Hamas serve [foreign] interests.

29 Mar 2025 9:48 am
`All attacks on temples in US immediately taken up through diplomatic channel`

Meanwhile, there have been several instances of attacks on Hindus and Hindu temples in other countries like Bangladesh and Canada.

29 Mar 2025 9:47 am
Donald Trump optimist about US-India trade talks `working out very well`

The remarks assume significance since Trump has repeatedly criticised the high tariffs charged by India and other countries on American goods

29 Mar 2025 9:40 am
Bangladesh chief advisor Muhammad Yunus meets with Xi Jinping

Shariqul Alam, Press Secretary to the Chief Advisor, termed the meeting between the two leaders as most important and successful

29 Mar 2025 9:10 am
Charles seen in public after hospitalisation

The kings appointments for the day were cancelled following his short period of observation in hospital on Thursday, Buckingham Palace said.

29 Mar 2025 8:45 am
Drone reduces time taken to detect wildfires

Silvanet detects wildfires at the smoldering stage using solar-powered gas sensors connected via a wireless network

29 Mar 2025 8:43 am
Thailand: 90 missing, 3 dead as construction site crumbles

Jolts of massive 7.7 magnitude quake also felt in Myanmar, Bangladesh and China

29 Mar 2025 8:41 am
Nepali student death: NHRC seeks report from Odisha govt

The NHRC, which had sent a team to KIIT to conduct an on-the-spot probe into the death of the student, uploaded the case status on its website on March 27 and stated that the rights panel has sought the report.

29 Mar 2025 8:39 am
Punjab: Farmer leader Dallewal breaks indefinite fast, accepts water

Several farmer leaders, including Dallewal, were allegedly detained in Mohali on March 19 amid crackdown

29 Mar 2025 8:38 am
Jammu and Kashmir: 3 terrorists neutralised, 4 cops killed in day 2 encounter

On Thursday, three suspected Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militants and an equal number of policemen were found dead

29 Mar 2025 8:37 am
Why not pay to become Indian?

If America can offer citizenship in exchange for just R41 crore, Indian cities should be able to charge a lot more

29 Mar 2025 7:06 am
Let us learn from clean-up marshal initiative

The BMC is in the process of drafting new bylaws for solid waste management, which will include revised penalty structures

29 Mar 2025 7:06 am
Fire at bio-energy firm in Pune district brought under control; no one hurt

No casualty was reported in the blaze that started at 8.30pm in the server room on the first floor of the firm`s three-storey structure

29 Mar 2025 12:21 am
Under guise of freedom of speech, Kamra exhibiting ill mentality: Minister

The comic has been booked for ridiculing Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, also the head of Shiv Sena, with the term `traitor` during an act performed in Khar, following which irate Shiv Sainiks ransacked the studio and the hotel in which it is located on the night of March 23

29 Mar 2025 12:17 am
Nagpur violence: One of the key accused held

Mobs went on a rampage in central Nagpur areas on March 17 amid rumours that a `chadar` with holy inscriptions was burnt during protests led by VHP and Bajrang Dal for the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb`s tomb

28 Mar 2025 10:33 pm
Delhi Police nabs 6 illegal Bangladeshi migrants disguised as transgender women

All six migrants were handed over to the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) in R K Puram for further deportation proceedings

28 Mar 2025 8:07 pm
AI-enabled cameras, drones, security personnel tighten security in Katra

Chaitra (spring) Navratra will commence on March 30 and authorities are anticipating a large crowd of devotees thronging the cave shrine during the nine-day festival

28 Mar 2025 7:44 pm
Several MPs wear black armbands at Jumma prayers to protest Waqf bill

The AIMPLB had earlier urged Muslims to wear a black armband when they go for Jumma prayers on the last Friday of Ramzan as a mark of their protest against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill

28 Mar 2025 7:33 pm
PM Modi to visit RSS founder Hedgewar`s memorial in Nagpur on March 30

The Prime Minister will travel to Chattisgarh`s Bilaspur, where, at around 3:30 PM, he will lay the foundation stone, initiate the commencement of work, and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 33,700 crore. He will also address a public meeting

28 Mar 2025 7:28 pm
Maharashtra: Mahavitaran snaps power supply parts of govt building in Gondia

The affected areas include the lobby, entrance and toilets in the administrative building, which is used by hundreds of employees and citizens daily, the official said

28 Mar 2025 7:14 pm
PM Modi to visit Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh to unveil key projects on March 30

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh on March 30 to lay foundation stones, commence work, and dedicate multiple development projects worth over Rs 33,700 crore to the nation

28 Mar 2025 2:30 pm
Mid-Day Top News: PM to visit Maharashtra Chhattisgarh on March 30 and more

Stay informed with the latest developments in the nation, Mumbai, entertainment, sports, and more. Let`s dive into the headlines shaping our world today

28 Mar 2025 1:53 pm
Trump signs executive order to end collective bargaining with agencies

The order, signed without public fanfare and announced late on Thursday, appears to touch most of the federal government.

28 Mar 2025 11:45 am
Karnataka govt wants to cover up bankruptcy caused by their guarantees: Basava

Today itself, they have increased the price of milk by Rs 4, and this is the third time in one year

28 Mar 2025 11:44 am
Infiltration will stop the day BJP forms government in West Bengal: Jagdambika

Pal asserted that once the BJP forms the government in West Bengal, the issue of infiltration will be dealt with decisively

28 Mar 2025 11:44 am
There are many doubts about Government data: Congress leader Salman Khurshid

Shah was responding in the Lok Sabha to the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, which was later passed by the House.

28 Mar 2025 11:43 am
SP MPs house vandalised for calling Rana Sanga traitor; over 100 booked

A video surfaced recently in which MP Ramji Lal Suman is purportedly heard saying that Rana Sanga, ruler of Mewar from 1508 to 1528, was a traitor

28 Mar 2025 7:53 am
Bar leaders meet CJI against Justice Varmas transfer to Allahabad HC

Soon after the meeting, Allahabad High Court Bar Association (AHCBA) president Anil Tiwari said the CJI had assured them of considering the demands

28 Mar 2025 7:52 am
Darkest political black comedy: MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath

He claimed Tamil Nadus fair and firm voice on the two language policy and fair delimitation is echoing nationwide, and the BJP is clearly rattled.

28 Mar 2025 7:52 am
25 per cent tariff on imported cars, components in US

Trump expects to raise dollar 100 bn in tax revenues; Canada, Brazil oppose move

28 Mar 2025 7:51 am
South Korea struggles to contain wildfires

Multiple wildfires fuelled by strong winds and dry weather have been raging across South Koreas southeastern regions since last Friday

28 Mar 2025 7:49 am
North Korea sent 3000 more troops to Russia

The Souths Joint Chiefs of Staff said North Korea has also been sending more missiles, artillery equipment and ammunition to help Russia and that North Korea could increase its weapons supplies further

28 Mar 2025 7:49 am
Gaza: Palestinians protest against Hamas for 2nd day

The protests, which centred mainly on Gazas north, appeared to be aimed generally against the 17-month-long war

28 Mar 2025 7:49 am
Being alert is the only safeguard against scammers

According to the complaint, the victim downloaded an astrology app in January to learn about his future

28 Mar 2025 7:46 am
Between anxiety and amazement

While the recent developments around the world beggar belief and send shivers down my spine, alongside dread, there also exists an overwhelming sense of wonder as spring bursts forth around me

28 Mar 2025 7:46 am
Not the one to get disheartened by electoral reverses: Sharad Pawar

Addressing the NCP (SP)`s Extended Working Committee meeting, the former Union Minister stressed on the strengthening of the organisation and focusing on regions where it can bring about a change in the election

27 Mar 2025 10:48 pm
Uddhav Thackeray dubs `Saugat-e-Modi` move as `Saugat-e-Satta`

At a press conference in Mumbai, Thackeray accused the BJP of hypocrisy, arguing when the Shiv Sena (UBT) garnered significant support from Muslim voters in the Lok Sabha polls last year, the BJP condemned him for supposedly abandoning Hindutva, coining phrases like `Satta Jihad`

27 Mar 2025 10:38 pm
Citizens are taxed from the moment they are born: Raghav Chadha

During a discussion in Rajya Sabha, Raghav Chadha questioned the value citizens receive in return for their contributions, including whether they benefit from world-class healthcare, education, or infrastructure.

27 Mar 2025 5:34 pm
BJP`s hits out at Akhilesh Yadav over cowsheds remarks

BJP`s national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla, said that, Shri Krishna himself is called `Gopal` - one who had divine love for cows and their protection and care.. Shameful how low one can go for vote bank appeasement.

27 Mar 2025 2:35 pm
India to soon launch its first homegrown chip with new units: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Ashwini Vaishnaw noted that India had missed previous opportunities due to restrictive laws, but recent reforms have opened the door for rapid growth. He credited India`s economic progress to a clear policy framework established by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which is based on four key pillars.

27 Mar 2025 1:12 pm
TN teachers associations demand probe into POCSO cases against educators

In response, the committee has urged the School Education Department to install CCTV cameras in all examination halls for Classes 10, 11, and 12

27 Mar 2025 12:56 pm
Gold dealer sent to DRI custody, bail hearing for Ranya Rao today

In Ranya Rao`s case, she travelled to Dubai multiple times, while the two arrested foreign nationals had previously arrived at the Mumbai airport multiple times

27 Mar 2025 12:56 pm
Shooting in south Florida kills woman and 3 children; 2 others taken to hospital

Evan Ross, a spokesperson for Pembroke Park Police, described the shooting as domestic, according to the news report

27 Mar 2025 12:55 pm
Girl, 17, kidnapped, raped in graveyard in UP`s Ghaziabad

Medical examination of the girl has been conducted and her statement been recorded before the magistrate, the DCP said

27 Mar 2025 12:54 pm
Home sales drop in Q3 2024 across major cities, Hyderabad sees biggest decline

Residential property sales declined in Q3 2024 across Indias top cities, with Hyderabad recording the highest drop at 49 per cent Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and Pune accounted for 51 per cent of total sales but saw sharp declines.

27 Mar 2025 12:09 pm
Entire Signal chat with detailed plans released

Top officials likely to be grilled again a day after Senate Committee briefing

27 Mar 2025 9:18 am
S Korean wildfires toll at 24; 27K evacuated

In a televised address, South Koreas acting President Han Duck-soo said the wildfires that began last Friday were causing worse damage than many other past wildfires

27 Mar 2025 9:17 am
Green energy flow jumps

Nearly 64 per cent of the new renewable electricity generated in 2024 was in China, as per Wednesdays report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

27 Mar 2025 9:17 am
Captured Ukrainians convicted as terrorists

All had been charged with staging a violent coup and organising terrorist activities. Some faced an additional charge of training to carry out terrorist activities

27 Mar 2025 9:17 am
Cash row: Cops visit Yashwant Varmas house

Justice Varma has denounced the allegations and said no cash was ever placed in his house

27 Mar 2025 9:15 am