Top News / Mid Day
The presence of thousands of bogus voters on Mahadevapuras electoral rolls points to, at best, gross negligence on part of the poll body whose lack of opacity calls into question its neutrality
The impetus for this came from the successful deployment of a similar force at Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani hill stations. This force managed crowds effectively during peak tourist seasons, the tourism minister said
Netanyahu is expected to address both foreign and local media in a press conference later on Sunday, amid rising global criticism. His statement will precede an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council to discuss Israels plan to take control of Gaza City
As part of Indias 79th Independence Day, the Indian Navy Band will perform live across Mumbai at Flora Fountain (Aug 11), Bandra Fort Amphitheatre (Aug 14), and Gateway of India (Aug 15) from 5.30 pm to 6.30 pm. Known for its versatility, the band will present stirring martial tunes and soulful symphonies, inspiring patriotism
The Indian Army teams are working non-stop in the disaster-hit Uttarakhand, restoring connectivity, rescuing civilians, and building vital bridges. Over 195 civilians have been airlifted, roads cleared, and medical aid given to 35 people. The BRO and Army engineers are building a Bailey Bridge and cableway to reconnect affected areas
We are rapidly moving towards becoming the top third economy. This speed came to us from the spirit of reform, perform, and transform. This speed came to us from clear intention and honest efforts, he said
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will host a dinner for INDIA bloc MPs after a protest march from Parliament to the Election Commission office over alleged poll rigging and voter list manipulation. The meeting aims to unite opposition parties against Bihars voter roll revision and the BJPs alleged vote chori model.
Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi described Operation Sindoor as a strategic grey zone mission, comparing it to a chess game where each move countered the enemys next. Conducted in May after the Pahalgam attack, the operation saw precision IAF strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK, aiming to dismantle militant networks.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Kharge said, The Metro project was launched under the UPA Government led by Manmohan Singh. In the first phase, the UPA Government bore a significant portion of the cost, outpacing the State Government`s contribution
According to Global Times, the emergency response was activated for Jiangsu, Anhui, Hubei, and Chongqing at 3:00 pm (local time) on Saturday, with work teams dispatched to Anhui and Hubei to assist local authorities in flood prevention
Passengers in the remaining nine carriages were assisted to continue their journeys by alternative transport arranged by the State Railway of Thailand (SRT)
According to Dawn, Muttaqi was scheduled to visit Pakistan on August 4 as part of a recent push to improve relations between Kabul and Islamabad. The engagement followed Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar`s earlier visit to Kabul, which had been facilitated by China
The head of Iran`s Association of Social Workers, Hassan Mousavi Chelik, said officials have failed to distinguish between legal and illegal Afghan migrants during recent deportations
From August 11, 2025, senior advocates will not be allowed to mention urgent cases before CJI B R Gavais court, giving junior lawyers a chance to do so. The CJI restored oral mentioning of cases but restricted it to non-designated advocates, aiming to provide more opportunities for younger members of the Bar.
In China, stressed young adults are embracing an unusual coping method sucking on baby pacifiers. Marketed as stress-busters and sleep aids, these soothers have surged in popularity on e-commerce platforms. Psychologists link the fad to the regression phenomenon, while doctors warn of dental issues and choking risks from prolonged use
US President Donald Trump will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska next Friday to discuss ending the Ukraine war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed the planned summit, warning that any peace deal excluding Kyiv would result in dead decisions that will not bring lasting peace.
Israel announced plans to seize control of Gaza City, intensifying its 22-month war with Hamas. The move raises fears for Palestinian civilians and Israeli hostages, with critics warning it will worsen Gazas humanitarian crisis. Hamas has rejected the plan, calling it an expansion of aggression against the Palestinian people.
Around 1,400 firefighters are working in Frances southern Aude region to stop the countrys largest wildfire in decades from reigniting. The blaze killed one person and injured 25, including 19 firefighters. While residents have returned home, experts warn climate change is intensifying wildfire risks across southern Europe.
My sister told me not to come because of the floods, but since Rakshabandhan is a once-a-year occasion, I made the trip. I took a boat to get to her place, Gupta said
Parents of the deceased RG Kar hospital doctor were admitted to a private hospital after allegedly being injured in a police lathicharge during a protest marking one year since the trainee doctors rape and murder. The incident has sparked political tensions, with police denying use of force on the parents.
Shazia Iqbals Dhadak 2 is a heroic achievement: a Muslim woman director directing a strong mainstream Bollywood film on caste issues, with stars, and backed by Karan Johars Dharma Productions and getting an all-India theatrical release. Waah! A must-see film.
Test cricket, youre hanging in there, for the purist, not the lover of IPL, the Instant Pyjama League, Big Bash etc
An evolving archive speaks to Maharashtras 14 denotified tribes, for whom Independence remains uncertain, whether it came on August 15 or 31
The incident took place between 8 pm and 8:15 pm on the Khaparkheda-Koradi route, where construction work was being carried out by contractors under the Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA)
A statement from Thailand`s foreign ministry said the incident confirmed the Thai army`s findings that new land mines are being laid in blatant violation of international law. It also noted this was the third such incident in less than a month
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), endorsing the move, said India stands ready to support the efforts as it recalled Prime Minister Narendra Modi`s consistent position that this is not an era of war
Commissioned in February 2024, INS Sandhayak is equipped with advanced survey technology, and has the capacity for coastal and deep-sea mapping. It also has search and rescue, helicopter operations, and medical facilities onboard, making it suitable for both hydrographic and humanitarian missions
According to the police, the horrific incident occurred in the early hours of August 7, when six boys from Katli village in Gadchiroli district had gone for their morning walk around 5 am. While they were exercising along the Katli-Nagri Phata road, a speeding truck travelling from Gadchiroli to Armori ran over the children
Gaurav Bhatia went on to accuse the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha of being immature and attempting to undermine constitutional bodies
The Chinar Corps paid tribute to martyr soldiers, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the nation,
Adhikari pointed out that the protest had drawn participation from a wide spectrum of people
The imposition of a 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods is a pressure tactic. We, the people of India, should support the government to protect the interests of the country, Sharad Pawar said
Top NCC cadet shooters from across India have gathered to take part in the event. They will be competing in various categories of rifle and pistol shooting. The competition is not only about winning medals but also aims to encourage sportsmanship, focus, and discipline among cadets, an official statement said
Speaking at the Air Chief Marshal L.M. Katre Memorial Lecture in Bengaluru, the Air Chief presented satellite imagery and intelligence inputs confirming the scale and accuracy of the operation, which was launched on May 7 following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives
Speaking at the White House on Friday, Trump also claimed that five or six planes got shot down during the recent conflict between the South Asian neighbours
The deceased have been identified as Tehseen Sheikh (30, resident of Wadsa), Afsan Sheikh (32, resident of Wadsa), and Akash Burande (resident of Nilaj). All three victims died on the spot due to the impact of the collapse
Train services on both the up and down tracks from Chandil are affected due to the derailment, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (Adra Division) Vikash Kumar told PTI
The Army`s Srinagar-based Chinar Corps, in a post on X, paid tributes to the soldiers killed in the encounter and said that the operation was still underway
Trump`s efforts to pressure Putin into stopping the fighting have so far delivered no progress. Russia`s bigger army is slowly advancing deeper into Ukraine at great cost in troops and armour while it relentlessly bombards Ukrainian cities
The order was passed by a bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi, who stated that the High Court acted a little prematurely in its decision to defer the PMLA charge proceedings. The Court was of the view that a predicate offence trial could have been allowed to take place
Emory`s main campus, Emory University Hospital and the CDC are surrounded by affluent wooded neighbourhoods in northwest Atlanta. All three institutions line up along Clifton Road
A special telecom unit was airlifted, swiftly restoring vital communication links to the cut-off region. IAF assets remain ready for sustained operations
Speaking earlier at the White House during the signing of the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace accord, Trump also hinted at progress on the Russia-Ukraine conflict
According to the information received from Hemraj (N.T Jari), Fire Station Jari, Assistant Engineer, Public Works Department Manikaran, and DPCR Kullu, the water level in Barogi Nala, adjoining Sharod Nala, has risen due to rainfall
Water carried dissolved minerals into rock cracks and later dried, leaving the hardened minerals behind. Eons of sandblasting by the wind wore away the surrounding rock, producing unique shapes
Taiwans Ministry of Defense detected 57 Chinese aircraft, six Chinese naval vessels and four official ships operating; Of the 57 sorties, 38 crossed the median line and entered Taiwans northern, central, southwestern and eastern ADIZ
Responding to the tariffs, the Ministry of External Affairs has said that the targeting of India is unjustified and unreasonable. Like any major economy, India will take all necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and economic security, it said
Chief Electoral Officers of at least three states on Thursday asked Gandhi to share the names of electors he claimed were either included or excluded wrongfully along with a signed declaration for the poll authorities to initiate necessary proceedings in the matter
Be it hawkers, slum dwellers, plaster of Paris idols, or feeding pigeons, vote bank politics has always trumped citizens well-being, forcing one to wonder who the government really works for
The son of one of the victims even works at the police commissioners office, yet has been unable to get quick justice; despite an FIR being lodged by the victims of the botched surgeries, no arrests have been made in the case