Mid Day

A Mumbai Monorail train broke down near Mysore Colony Station in Chembur in 2025, leaving 582 passengers stranded inside the train. It had stopped at a height of around 40 to 50 feet above the ground, creating a challenging and dangerous situation

Authorities issued a tsunami warning and urged coastal residents to move to higher ground, but later lifted the warning when Indonesia's meteorological agency said monitoring showed no significant sea-level changes that would pose a threat to coastal communities

Albanese reflected on the significance of the occasion for the Indian-Australian community, highlighting the enduring bonds between the two countries and the communitys contribution to strengthening bilateral ties

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said that Iran has made no decision yet on the resumption of negotiations with the United States, the state-run IRIB news agency reported Saturday

Police said the three girls were travelling on a two-wheeler when a private bus allegedly hit them from behind. The impact caused the accident, resulting in the deaths of all three girls

Hilly districts of Doda, Kishtwar, Poonch, Rajouri, Reasi, Ramban and Udhampur are notorious for deadly road accidents.Experts attribute these road accidents to bad road conditions, over-speeding, overloading, road rage and other rash and negligent driving behaviours

Russian Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, also extended his warm wishes on India's 80th Independence Day, highlighting the countrys remarkable development journey and reaffirming Moscow's steadfast support for its progress

Reacting to the Prime Ministers speech, Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal questioned whether the government had acted on the promises made in Modis earlier Independence Day addresses

A flash flood swept away two shelters at the 5th Grenadiers Pasu Pani Army Camp in Dibang Valley, according to officials from the State Emergency Operations Centre, the news agency reported

Speaking to reporters on Independence Day, FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe said the quality of food has a direct impact on public health and the country's development

During an event, the Maharashtra government signed a memorandum of understanding with IIT Bombay for a new Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Technology Development and Public Policy, starting from the 2026-27 academic year

According to the officials, the fire was reported at M K Chamber building's B Wing, located at the Station Road in Bandra West area, at around 10.23 am

In the video shared by Kejriwal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is speaking about the progress made in India's bioeconomy sector. Kejriwal shared this part of the video to allege that the Prime Minister's demeanour was under-confident, nervous and shaky during his speech

The participation of thousands of people in an event centred on the national flag, alongside the absence of BJP leaders, led to political discussion in the area

The meeting is scheduled to consider several matters, including the directorship of Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran, who has decided not to seek another term when his current tenure ends in February 2027

The initiative was announced on Independence Day after Tawde hoisted the national flag at the Mayors residence. Following the flag-hoisting ceremony, she personally opened the main entrance to the premises, allowing residents to use the designated area for morning walks

I want to assure the people that we are for you, we will continue to represent you and work to bring Jammu and Kashmir to the level envisioned by the people who fought for freedom and were martyred, Abdullah said in his Independence speech at Bakshi Stadium here

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) received a call regarding the collapse at around 10.23 am. Emergency teams were alerted and rescue operations were carried out at the site

Tawde hoisted the national flag at the BMC headquarters on August 15 to mark Indias 79th Independence Day. She also extended her greetings to Mumbai residents and paid tribute to the freedom fighters who contributed to the countrys independence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 13th consecutive Independence Day address, urged political parties to support the early implementation of 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies

PM Narendra Modi delivered his 13th consecutive Independence Day address from the Red Fort as India marked its 80th Independence Day

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi extended Independence Day greetings to citizens on Saturday, saying freedom is not merely a gift from the countrys freedom fighters but also a responsibility. He called on people to follow truth and non-violence, uphold constitutional values and protect democracy

Thane Police have registered a case against the CEO and three partners of a Satara-based agribusiness firm for allegedly defrauding FMCG company Pitambari Products of Rs 40 lakh

Addressing a gathering at the RSS headquarters in Nagpur after hoisting the Tricolour on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Bhagwat urged people to strengthen the nation without compromising on its core principles and to confront challenges facing the country

NCP (SP) cited a response from the Union Ministry of Corporate Affairs to an unstarred question in the Lok Sabha regarding the shutdown of 36,211 companies in Maharashtra over the past five years

Speaking after hoisting the national flag at Mantralaya to mark the 80th Independence Day, Fadnavis said Maharashtra remained the country's largest economy and had recorded a growth rate of around 8.8 per cent in the first half of the year

A US federal judge has rejected the Tohono Oodham Nations request to halt the Trump administrations plans to build 62 miles of border wall along its Arizona reservation

Delhi has been placed on high alert ahead of Independence Day, with more than 25,000 Delhi Police and paramilitary personnel deployed across the capital. A multi-layered security grid has been established around the Red Fort

A Maryland state tax court has struck down the state's digital advertising tax, ruling that it violates federal and constitutional provisions. The court ordered officials to refund taxes already collected from companies including Apple, Google and Peacock TV. The first-of-its-kind tax was introduced in 2021 to raise funds for education

A Mumbai court has framed charges against Bangladeshi national Mohammad Shariful Islam in connection with the alleged stabbing of actor Saif Ali Khan at his Bandra residence in January last year

However, the lake levels remained significantly lower than in 2024, when the lakes had 13,48,606 million litres, accounting for 93.18 per cent of the total live storage

The initial quake was followed by several aftershocks.

The city is expected to witness a high tide at 1:44 pm, when the tide is forecast to reach 4.73 metres. Another high tide of 4.35 metres is expected at 2:02 am on Sunday, August 16

The Delhi government plans to redesign the Okhla Barrage on the Yamuna to reduce recurring frothing at Kalindi Kunj. The plan includes relocating polluting dhobi ghats, stopping garbage dumping, clearing solid waste and removing water hyacinth

According to the survey issued on Thursday, Sri Lanka stands out as Indias strongest supporter among the countries surveyed, with 79 per cent expressing a favourable opinion of India.

The Centre has notified 40 questions for the population enumeration phase of Census 2026, including caste details for the first time. Enumeration will begin on September 1 in Ladakh and snow-bound areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, while the exercise will be conducted digitally across the country

The Jharkhand Crime Investigation Department has conducted raids at multiple locations across the state in connection with alleged irregularities in competitive examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission. The action comes as student protests over recruitment exam irregularities entered their 21st day

Record-breaking rainfall in Chiba prefecture, east of Tokyo, flooded roads, homes and railway tracks, causing power outages and leaving at least five people dead and one missing

A University of Michigan study has uncovered a diverse fungal ecosystem nearly 1,640 feet below Michigans surface. Researchers identified 689 fungal species in water from gas wells, including 13 previously unknown species

Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, Modi said India's development journey was being driven by a new resolve and that the country had set itself an ambitious target for the coming decades

UK residents are experiencing an unusually wasp-free summer following extreme heat and dry conditions, but researchers warn the relief may be temporary. Wasps play an important role in controlling flies, aphids, caterpillars and other insects, meaning their decline could lead to a rise in pest populations later this season

An Army band played the tune of Vande Mataram as guests present at the venue joined in the rendering of the national song. This was followed by the Prime Minister hoisting the national flag and the national anthem being rendered

When disruption of the nations supreme legislative body is routine, taxpayers have the right to ask why they should keep paying for an institution where so much time is spent not working

The civic authorities need to undertake checks and thorough maintenance of the gardens they are looking after

US War Secretary Pete Hegseth on Friday warned that the US Navy could maintain its naval blockade of Iranian ports indefinitely, saying ships would continue to be rotated in and out to sustain the operation. Hegseth made the remarks while speaking to reporters in Panama City

PM Modi paired his white kurta with a chocolate brown vest and the traditional turban, which is commonly associated with the cultural traditions of Rajasthan and Gujarat

Mumbai Police Crime Branch Units 6 and 8, along with BMC medical officers, arrested five people allegedly practising as doctors without the required medical qualifications or licences. Four clinics were found in Zakir Hussain Nagar-Deonar, while another was located in Naupada-Bandra East

Mumbai Police has intensified security measures across the city ahead of Independence Day, increasing nakabandis, patrolling and combing operations. Teams are monitoring suspicious persons, vehicles and activities, with checks extended to isolated spots, parking areas, markets, hotels and lodges

The Maharashtra FDA inspected quick-commerce delivery warehouses in Mumbai and across the state, flagging poor temperature control, pest infestation, improper food storage and missing safety records. The August 13 drive covered 86 establishments, with 60 improvement notices issued and 14 food-business licences suspended

The Cockroach Janta Party will launch its School Thik Karo campaign from founder Abhijeet Dipkes village in Hingoli district on Independence Day. The campaign will begin at 7.30 am from Santuk Pimpri, with Dipke urging the local sarpanch to repair the government school and provide basic amenities such as benches and drinking water