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Man gets 2-year jail term for threat call to harm PM Modi, CM Yogi

A Mumbai court sentenced a man to two years in jail for falsely claiming Dawood Ibrahim offered him money to kill PM Modi and CM Yogi, rejecting his plea of mental instability

2 Apr 2025 10:50 pm
Sarpanch murder: Accused given AC room, special food in jail, claims BJP MLA

BJP MLA Suresh Dhas also demanded that the accused in the case be shifted to jails in other districts

2 Apr 2025 10:36 pm
Shivaji Maharaj was 100 per cent secular ruler: Gadkari

Gadkari, while addressing a book launch event, stated that there are many misconceptions about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

2 Apr 2025 9:54 pm
Fadnavis, Shinde back Waqf bill; Cong says govt wants to give away land

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde back the introduction of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, stating the progressive benefits for the Muslim community

2 Apr 2025 8:44 pm
Gujarat warehouse blast: Aluminium powder identified as cause of explosion

The explosion took place at approximately 9.45 am in an industrial zone near Deesa, about 30 km from the Banaskantha district headquarters

2 Apr 2025 6:01 pm
Two women Naxals killed in encounter with forces in MP

The fierce confrontation between Naxal and Hawk forces occurred forest area under the jurisdiction of the Bichhiya police station in the district on the morning of Wednesday

2 Apr 2025 5:39 pm
Driver held day after 49-year-old man dies in accident

The deceased was hit by the car while he was on his morning walk in Undri area of Pune, the police said

2 Apr 2025 4:29 pm
NHAI increases toll rates by 4-5 pc with effect from April 1

The price hike is part of NHAI`s annual revision, they said

2 Apr 2025 3:51 pm
Stay away from anti-social elements: Ajit Pawar advises NCP workers in Beed

A lesson will be taught to gangs that dominate the fly-ash collection business near thermal power stations as well as sand and land mafia in Beed, Ajit Pawar said

2 Apr 2025 2:09 pm
Israeli defence minister says military expanding operation in Gaza

Katz called on Gaza residents to expel Hamas and return all hostages. The militant group still holds 59 captives, of whom 24 are believed to still be alive, after most of the rest were released in ceasefire agreements or other deals

2 Apr 2025 2:02 pm
Indian Navy seizes 2,500 kg narcotics in the Western Indian Ocean

The operation to seize the narcotics was launched after the Navy received inputs on March 31 on suspicious movements of some vessels, they said

2 Apr 2025 2:01 pm
Kuki groups set up three pre-conditions ahead of April 5 talks in Delhi

Kuki Zo Council (KZC) chairman Henlianthang Thanglet said the three conditions were set up during a consultation meet organised at Kangpokpi by the Committee on Tribal Unity (COTU) on Tuesday

2 Apr 2025 1:51 pm
Indian Army retaliates after Pakistan violates ceasefire at the Indian side

The Pakistan Army violated the ceasefire agreement by firing at Indian positions across the Line of Control (LoC) in the KG Sector, Poonch, on Tuesday

2 Apr 2025 1:46 pm
Waqf Amendment Bill tabled in Lok Sabha for consideration and passage

The bill seeks to improve the administration of Waqf properties, introduce technology-driven management, address complexities and ensure transparency

2 Apr 2025 1:27 pm
Rahul Gandhi discusses Congress Party`s stance on Waqf Bill with LS MPs

The meeting was attended by Gaurav Gogoi, the Congress deputy leader in the Lok Sabha, Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, Manish Tewari, K Suresh, and several other leaders. The discussion focused on strategizing how to effectively present the Congress Party`s stance on the Waqf Amendment Bill

2 Apr 2025 12:56 pm
GOP senators press forward with Trumps tax cuts package, deferring key decision

Senate Republicans are moving forward with Donald Trumps tax cuts plan, despite deferring major decisions on costs and funding. The bill, expected to trigger intense debates, faces opposition from Democrats, who call it a giveaway to the wealthy

2 Apr 2025 12:22 pm
Maharashtra: Five killed in bus-SUV collision in Buldhana

A bus of the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) collided with a Bolero on the Khamgaon-Shegaon highway, a police official said

2 Apr 2025 12:14 pm
Sanjay Raut criticises Waqf Bill, says BJP wants to create chaos in Parliament

This is all being done keeping Bihar elections in mind as Hindus and Muslims all live there in Bihar. Nitish Kumar has weakened physically and mentally. BJP is trying to swallow the whole part of Nitish Kumar and rule Bihar on its own, Raut said.

2 Apr 2025 12:05 pm
Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 to be tabled in Lok Sabha amidst political divide

The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is set to be presented in the Lok Sabha today, with both the ruling BJP-led NDA and the Opposition INDIA bloc preparing for an intense debate. The bill seeks to improve the regulation and management of Waqf properties

2 Apr 2025 11:47 am
Mohsin Raza calls Waqf Amendment Bill the biggest Eidi, thanks PM Modi

The BJP leader appealed to the opposition to support the bill for the benefit of weaker sections of the Muslim community saying that these communities have contributed to their rise to power through their votes

2 Apr 2025 11:04 am
Maharashtra: 13-year-old boy held for woman`s murder in Jalna

During the probe, police found that the woman had scolded a boy in the neighbourhood because he had been stopping water from a channel from reaching her fields

2 Apr 2025 10:57 am
Mid-Day Top News at this hour: Mumbai, other cities to get e-bike taxis 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

2 Apr 2025 10:27 am
`Laboured and tortuous`: Chidambaram on Sitharaman`s explanation

Chidambaram said this in a statement late on Tuesday evening while responding to the answers given by Sitharaman in the Rajya Sabha.

2 Apr 2025 9:42 am
Volcano erupts in southwestern Iceland after nearby town evacuated

About 40 homes were evacuated on Tuesday, though police reported that some residents refused to leave their homes.

2 Apr 2025 9:41 am
BSF, Punjab Police seize 492 grams of heroin near Amritsar

According to the officials, the search culminated at about 08:30 am and recovered one packet of suspected heroin

2 Apr 2025 8:56 am
China holds major military exercises around Taiwan

The development comes days after US Defence Chief Pete Hegseth vowed to counter Chinas aggression on his first visit to Asia, as per CNN.

2 Apr 2025 8:22 am
Myanmar earthquake death toll surpasses 2700

With many areas hit by Fridays earthquake still not reached by rescue crews, those numbers are still expected to rise.

2 Apr 2025 8:21 am
Elon Musk shares photos from Fram2 mission

On March 31, SpaceX launched the private astronaut mission named Fram2 from NASAs Kennedy Space Center in Florida on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket

2 Apr 2025 8:20 am
Venezuela to have its first female saint

Carmen Rendiles was born on August 11, 1903, in the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, and died there on May 9, 1977

2 Apr 2025 8:19 am
Donald Trump to announce Liberation Day plan at Rose Garden Event

White House says entire cabinet will be present at event

2 Apr 2025 8:18 am
Two Indian navy ships reach Myanmar with relief material

Apart from these two ships, another naval shipINS Ghariyaldeparted from Visakhapatnam with 442 metric tonnes of essential food items for Myanmar

2 Apr 2025 8:17 am
Supreme Court raps Uttar Pradesh govt over illegal demolitions in Prayagraj

The top court was hearing a plea by advocate Zulfiqar Haider, professor Ali Ahmed and others whose houses were demolished

2 Apr 2025 8:17 am
China says ready to work with India to enhance mutual trust

Today marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and China

2 Apr 2025 8:15 am
Yeshu Yeshu pastor gets life term in rape case

The case was registered on a complaint of a woman at Zirakpur Police Station in Mohali district in 2018

2 Apr 2025 8:15 am
Blast at firecracker factory in Gujarat town leaves 18 dead

Victims were workers from Madhya Pradesh; incident took place at around 9.45 am

2 Apr 2025 8:14 am
So, still talking about Adolescence?

Hence, spoke to one-take artiste, director Philip Barantini, on his Netflix mini-series, thats instantly captured global imagination

2 Apr 2025 7:09 am
Upgraded infra is meant to be used, not just looked at

With the Railways trying its level best to look at reducing risk, it is up to people to use facilities that will alleviate any kind of dangerous situation

2 Apr 2025 7:08 am
Lok Sabha to take up Waqf Bill on Wednesday; BJP, Shiv Sena issue whip to MPs

Opposition parties have strongly criticised the bill, calling it unconstitutional and detrimental to the interests of the Muslim community. Several prominent Muslim organisations have also been mobilising support against it

1 Apr 2025 11:29 pm
Chhattisgarh: 37-year-old woman sarpanch killed in Jashpur

The victim, Prabhavati Sidar, was alone at her house at the time of the incident. She was bathing in the vegetable garden of her home when her daughter discovered her seriously injured and raised an alarm

1 Apr 2025 10:08 pm
CR to extend periodicity of special trains to clear extra passenger rush

There will be no change in timings, composition and halts for above mentioned trains and bookings for extended trips of special trains, official statement said

1 Apr 2025 7:27 pm
Maharashtras Maritime sector set for a boost as major shipyard in Konkan

In a boost to Maharashtra`s Maritime capability, a Shipyard located in the key region of Dabhol in Konkan region has entered into operationalisation by carrying out the important Steel Cutting. The steel-cutting ceremony, marking the official start of shipbuilding, was conducted at the Dabhol-Usgaon facility on the occasion of Gudi Padwa

1 Apr 2025 7:09 pm
Indian stock markets crash for the second consecutive day: Experts reveal reason

A volatile day was witnessed by the Indian stock markets on Tuesday as both the benchmarks tumbled over 1.50 per cent, ending in the red. By the end of the trading day, BSE Sensex plunged 1.80 per cent, while the Nifty 50 at the National stock exchange dropped 353.65 points

1 Apr 2025 6:19 pm
CAG report tabled in Assembly flags lapses in Delhi`s pollution control measures

The report on `Vehicular Air Pollution in Delhi`, tabled by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, highlighted major policy gaps and weak enforcement and poor coordination among agencies as key reasons behind the worsening pollution scenario in the national capital

1 Apr 2025 5:30 pm
Delhi CM promises pothole-free roads before monsoon

Following a midnight inspection of road repair work on the Outer Ring Road stretch from Madhuban Chowk to Mukarba Chowk on Sunday, Gupta directed the officials to prioritise public convenience and ensure there is no negligence in execution

1 Apr 2025 4:59 pm
Security heightened at rape survivor`s house after Asaram Bapu gets interim bail

The family of the rape survivor, who have voiced concerns about their safety, will now have to notify the police before travelling outside the district. Asaram Bapu was first arrested in 2013 after a 16-year-old girl accused him of sexual assault at his ashram in Jodhpur

1 Apr 2025 4:57 pm
Chile is an important friend of India: PM Modi

Today we have instructed our teams to begin discussions on a mutually beneficial Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Partnership in the field of Critical Minerals will be emphasized. Work will be done to establish resilient supply and value chains, PM Modi said

1 Apr 2025 4:22 pm
India`s Got Latent row: Will maintain decency in shows, Allahbadia to SC

The top court bench said that it would consider Allahbadia`s prayer for releasing the passport two weeks later

1 Apr 2025 3:49 pm
Mid-Day Top News: Tiger Memon`s properties to be released to Centre 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

1 Apr 2025 3:33 pm
Malaysia gas pipeline inferno injures 100: fire officials

The inferno, which was visible kilometres away, was caused by a gas pipeline leak stretching approximately 500 metres (1,600 feet), said fire officials in Selangor state near Kuala Lumpur

1 Apr 2025 3:10 pm
INSV Tarini arrives in Cape Town on Navika Sagar Parikrama II expedition

INSV Tarini has reached Cape Town, South Africa, marking the completion of the fourth leg of the Navika Sagar Parikrama II expedition. The all-women crew received a warm welcome, with engagements planned with the South African Navy and local community

1 Apr 2025 1:45 pm