Mid Day

Two people died after a fire broke out in a multi-storey residential building in Noida's Mamura village on Wednesday. Around 50 tenants were rescued safely. Police arrested the landlord, while investigators suspect an electric two-wheeler being charged may have sparked the blaze

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a one-day mass hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on Thursday in solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk and students, as the Ladakh-based activist completed the 18th day of his indefinite fast

Data from Congo's Ministry of Health showed that 753 patients are currently in isolation or receiving treatment at hospitals, while 366 people have recovered from the disease

A 27-year-old BTech graduate preparing for competitive examinations was found dead in his rented accommodation in Lucknow's Chinhat area. Police suspect suicide and have launched an investigation. The body has been sent for post-mortem, while forensic evidence has been collected

On World Youth Skills Day, we celebrate Assam's young minds who are turning ambition into achievement and powering the state's growth story, CM Sarma said

A Division Bench of Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyay and Justice Tejas Karia issued notices to the respondents after hearing preliminary submissions and listed the matter for further hearing on Thursday

More than 260 people were injured in the latest overnight US airstrikes on Iran, according to the country's Health Ministry. The strikes marked one of the deadliest recent escalations in tensions between the two nations amid the ongoing confrontation over control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

In an open letter addressed to the protesters, Tharoor said Parliament's Monsoon Session, beginning next week, would provide an opportunity to raise the concerns of students in the country's highest legislative forum

A mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Manipur's Senapati district, pelting stones and setting security vehicles on fire hours after a search operation near a designated NSCN (IM) camp. Security forces used tear gas and blank rounds to disperse the crowd, while officials said the situation is now under control.

Jaishankar is on a two-day visit to Belgium from July 14-15 to participate in the 3rd India-EU Trade and Technology Council meeting and interact with his EU and Belgian counterparts in Brussels

The petitioner has urged the court to direct the Union Government and the Delhi Government to ensure immediate medical treatment for Wangchuk, initiate dialogue over the issues raised during his protest and take all necessary steps to safeguard his life

Chidambaram also said any support to the new version of the failed Bill will be a betrayal of the NCP (SP) and DMK''s own conscience that guided them earlier

India said the Security Council had failed to intervene meaningfully in several major conflicts around the world, resulting in prolonged human suffering and diminishing trust in the United Nations

Donald Trump said US military operations would intensify over the coming days and suggested that key infrastructure could be targeted if diplomatic efforts fail

The fire was reported to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) control room at 5.09 am from a property located on Charkop Road, opposite Hindustan Naka, Plot No. 118/D, near Sandhya Bar in Kandivali West

Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) President Naveed Walter addressed the UN High-level Political Forum in New York, urging greater protection for Pakistan's religious minorities and other marginalised communities. He called for human rights to be placed at the centre of sustainable development and the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.

The Iranian Army also claimed that the latest operation was part of an ongoing military campaign against US bases in the region.

The Karnataka government has exonerated three senior IPS officers in the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede case that claimed 11 lives during RCB's IPL victory celebrations in June 2025. The government closed departmental proceedings after finding no grounds to continue the disciplinary action, though one officer was issued a warning.

The complaint was filed by BJP Nagpur City Social Media Cell Convener Shishir Arun Tripathi

The Maharashtra Forest Department will deploy giant Texas-type corral traps across vulnerable farming regions to tackle the growing wild boar menace. The move follows a successful trial in the buffer zone of the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve and aims to reduce crop damage and provide relief to farmers.

In another meeting, Goyal held talks with the European Commissioner for Climate, Net-Zero and Clean Growth, Wopke Hoekstra, focusing on enhancing cooperation in climate action, renewable energy and green technologies

The Supreme Court has directed that Muslims be provided a separate open space adjacent to the disputed Bhojshala site in Madhya Pradesh for Friday namaz between 1 pm and 3 pm. The court also barred the ASI from making structural changes without its approval and said it would hear the sensitive matter on a day-to-day basis.

The blackout on Tuesday was the third such incident in two weeks as a US oil embargo stresses the island's grid

A further eight runners, including an 86-year-old British man, needed medical treatment for minor injuries

Mumbai's Kala Ghoda has unveiled a new pedestrian-friendly cultural precinct aimed at enhancing the heritage district's public spaces. Inaugurated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the initiative will make select lanes vehicle-free from 6 pm to midnight on weekends, creating a safer and more vibrant experience for visitors.

When it comes to number crunching, we learn that more than 25,000 volunteers were part of planting 35 different indigenous species, aimed at enhancing urban greenery

The strait once saw a fifth of all oil and natural gas traded pass through it in peacetime

The convicted rapist was the leader of a group of nine men who groomed and sexually abused teenage girls

Whats it about a four-actor, one-apartment chamber drama that it seems an early entrant to the year-end US awards season, already?

A 33-year-old orthodontist from Dombivli, injured after a speeding BEST wet-lease bus rammed into multiple vehicles near the Andheri subway, has spoken about the traumatic incident through her family. As she remains hospitalised, her husband has demanded strict action and greater accountability from the authorities.

Iran responded with attacks targeting Bahrain, Jordan, and three tankers that travelled through the strait

Discussions are moving forward despite strong objections from the Iran-backed Hezbollah group, which believes only Iranian pressure on Washington can secure an end to the war and Israeli withdrawal

A day after the BMC submitted its inquiry report on the Chembur tree collapse, Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde rejected the findings, calling them unacceptable. She demanded accountability from the civic body's roads and gardens departments, saying a Rs 7 lakh penalty was inadequate justice for the child who died in the incident.

Thousands of paan shop owners from across Maharashtra gathered at Mumbai's Azad Maidan to protest against the alleged use of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) and Section 123 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita against traders accused of selling banned tobacco products.

A Maharashtra court, while hearing a parking dispute at a cooperative housing society in Santacruz, ruled that parking spaces belong to the society and must be allotted as per its bye-laws. The order clarifies that a seller's parking allotment does not automatically transfer to a flat buyer and could influence similar disputes across the state.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis criticised Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray over the party's proposed 'Ram Raksha' protest in Nagpur, saying the hymn should not be used for politics. He also targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over a protest held at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.

Mumbai will celebrate 100 years of motorbus services on July 15 with enthusiasts recreating the city's first bus journey from 1926. The centenary has also renewed calls for heritage support and funding for the BEST Museum, with campaigners urging recognition of Mumbai's rich bus legacy.

Nine days after services were disrupted on the Mumbai-Pune ghat section, Central Railway is set to restore another rail line on Wednesday. Officials will conduct a goods train trial to assess track stability and safety before allowing regular train operations to resume on the restored route.

A brief pause in Mumbai's monsoon has pushed vegetable prices up by 20-30 per cent, with vendors blaming weather-related crop damage, storage losses and lower arrivals. Traders say prices could increase further if the dry spell continues or heavy rain disrupts supply again in the coming weeks.

The city - sliced, diced and served with a dash of sauce

Wondering what's in store for you today? Well, we've got you covered. Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Cancer, Leo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius

US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz has reopened for global shipping under US military protection while announcing a full blockade on vessels sailing to Iranian ports or carrying Iranian cargo. He also proposed replacing a reimbursement fee with new Gulf trade and investment deals

One person was killed and six others were seriously injured after a private luxury bus carrying around 30 passengers overturned in Maharashtra's Nashik district. The accident occurred in Yeola taluka while the bus was travelling from Pune to Jalgaon. Police have launched an investigation

Nashik Police arrested four people, including a woman, for allegedly robbing a man of Rs 70 lakh by posing as police officers in the Panchavati area. During the operation, police seized Rs 82 lakh worth of cash, fake government IDs, a beacon-fitted car and suspected firearms

Nine people have been arrested after a 44-year-old woman tourist was allegedly molested and her family assaulted near Bhavali Dam in Nashik's Igatpuri. Police have registered offences of molestation, attempt to murder and dacoity, while more suspects have been identified through video footage

According to the ATS, the operation began at 7 am and was carried out with the assistance of Pune City Police, Pune Rural Police and Pimpri Chinchwad Police

The relaxation will apply on July 14, July 15 and July 19, when key FIFA World Cup fixtures are scheduled to be played late at night in India because of the time difference with the host country

Marathwada, which comprises the districts of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Beed, Nanded, Hingoli, Dharashiv, Latur and Parbhani, has received 163.7 mm of rainfall against the seasonal average of 218.1 mm up to July 14

According to the DR Congo's latest official figures, the haemorrhagic fever has infected more than 1,960 people and killed over 700 since it was detected two months ago

The Karnataka government has allowed hotels and restaurants in Bengaluru to serve food until 3:30 am on July 14, 15 and 19 to facilitate late-night FIFA World Cup match screenings. The move, announced by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, follows a request from the NRAI