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Maharashtra Releases First List of 533 Farmers Under Loan Waiver Scheme

State launches first phase of Rs 40,980-crore farm loan waiver; rollout delayed due to Income Tax verification.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Jul 2026 12:40 pm

3,500 VBA workers detained ahead of Maharashtra bandh called by us: Prakash Ambedkar

VBA party chief Mr. Ambedkar appealed for a Statewide bandh to be observed in protest of the Centres education policies and the alleged police action against students and agitators in Delhi

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 11:47 am

CJP vows to continue protest until Pradhan resigns

Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Saurav Das said Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation remains a non-negotiable demand, adding that the protest will continue until it is met.

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 9:49 am

Amid CJP protests, PM Modi announces fast-track courts, vows strict action

The Prime Minister said the government had decided to establish fast-track courts to accelerate legal proceedings against those accused of orchestrating examination paper leaks

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 9:47 am

Trump says Iran wants a deal amid escalating conflict

US President Donald Trump described the conflict with Iran as a skirmish and claimed Tehran wants to strike a deal but is not ready yet. His remarks came as the US continued airstrikes on Iranian targets, while Iranian leaders warned that any further aggression would be met with a decisive response.

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 9:40 am

MHT CET merit list 2026 released at cetcell.mahacet.org: Direct link to downoad here

The Maharashtra CET Cell has published the MHT CET 2026 provisional merit list for engineering admissions under the Centralised Admission Process (CAP). Candidates can verify their ranks and personal details, while objections can be submitted until July 25. The final merit list will be released on July 27, after which counselling, seat allotment and admissions will begin.

The Times of India 23 Jul 2026 9:38 am

Mid-Day Opinion: Equip all train coaches with latest surveillance tech

They are important in the safety ecosystem of the Railways

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 9:13 am

Five-year-old killed in fatal leopard attack in Pune

A five-year-old girl was killed after a leopard attacked and dragged her away while she was sleeping outside a cowshed in Pune district's Shirur taluka. The family chased the animal after hearing screams, but it fled into a nearby sugarcane field. Police and forest officials are investigating the fatal attack.

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 9:04 am

US forces launch fresh wave of strikes against Iranian military targets: CENTCOM

Sharing the details in a post on X, it said that the mission will continue to degrade Iran's ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels.

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 9:04 am

SC refuses urgent hearing on plea over CJP protest police action

The Supreme Court declined an urgent hearing on a plea challenging the police action against students during the Cockroach Janta Party's protest march in Delhi. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the court was not interested in viewing video footage cited by the petitioner and asked the counsel not to waste the court's time

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 9:01 am

Jaishankar tells Wang Yi border peace is key to ties

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that peace and tranquillity along the border are essential for normal India-China relations. During their meeting in Manila, Jaishankar also raised concerns over market access, trade imbalance and supply chain uncertainties.

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 8:59 am

Kharge leads Opposition push for Pradhan's resignation

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge led a united Opposition protest in the Rajya Sabha demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the alleged NEET-UG irregularities. While the Opposition insisted no House business would proceed until he stepped down, the Centre said it was ready to discuss the issue in Parliament

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 8:57 am

16 Delhi Metro stations closed over security concerns

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) closed 16 Metro stations, including Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat, Mandi House and ITO, until further notice citing security reasons. The move comes as crowds swelled at the Cockroach Janta Party's ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar, though interchange facilities remain operational at select stations

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 8:55 am

Lok Sabha to debate Supreme Court Judges Amendment Bill

The Lok Sabha is set to debate and consider the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, alongside an Opposition resolution seeking to disapprove the related ordinance. The House will also table key Public Accounts Committee reports on defence procurement, the Securities Markets Code and other parliamentary business.

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 8:53 am

One Piece's Luffy inspires name of newly discovered beetle group

The genus currently includes Luffy schillhammeri and Luffy nika, two beetles found in the forests of Southeast Asia

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 8:49 am

Grok to make historically accurate The Odyssey film

The remark came months after Musk criticised the Christopher Nolan movie over the casting of Lupita Nyongo as Helen of Troy

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 8:47 am

Space discovery: Two giant planets are lighter than cotton candy

Both worlds are approximately the size of Jupiter, but contain far less material than their dimensions suggest

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 8:46 am

Hitler's birthplace officially reopens as police station in Austria

After years of debate about the large house in the town of Braunau am Inn, which was in private ownership and had housed a charity for handicapped people, Austria made a compulsory purchase in 2017, and announced in 2019 it would be remodelled and turned into a police station

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 8:43 am

Not serious about talks, Marco Rubio slams Iran

The northern route out via the Suez Canal adds weeks to the shipments

Mid Day 23 Jul 2026 8:41 am

'Hacker hai bhai hacker': CJP shares video of detained protesters fleeing Mumbai police van

A video showing Cockroach Janta Party protesters escaping a police van has gone viral. This incident occurred during ongoing tensions following a recent 'Sansad Chalo' march in Delhi. Protesters clashed with police near Parliament, leading to detentions and an FIR. The CJP is demanding accountability for alleged NEET examination irregularities. Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his fast while undergoing hospital treatment.

The Times of India 23 Jul 2026 8:36 am

Police barricades keep BJP, Congress workers apart during face-off in Jammu

Jammu, Jul 22:Despite heavy rain, BJP and Congress workers came face-to-face at ShaheediChowk near the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) headquarters on Wednesday, prompting massive police deployment and the erection of barricades to prevent any confrontation. Police formed a security cordon and kept the rival groups apart with barbed wire as both parties raised slogans within proximity to each other. The BJP protest was led by the Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, who, along with senior party leaders and workers, marched towards the JKPCC headquarters despite heavy downpour, raising slogans against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The Congress workers led by JKPCC president Tariq Hameed Karra and working president Raman Bhalla came out of the party headquarters and staged a counter-protest, chanting slogans demanding the resignation of Prime Minister NarendraModi and against alleged hooliganism of the BJP. Sharma accused Gandhi of abandoning parliamentary debate and attempting to incite unrest among the youth. We are marching to the JKPCC office to convey one clear message that India believes in democracy, not in political theatrics, the BJP leader said. He claimed that Gandhi walked away from debate and left Parliament the country's highest democratic institution and the foremost forum where national policies are debated. By doing so, he committed an act that appears to be part of a larger conspiracy. He (Gandhi) is attempting to instigate the youth, who are the foundations of the vision of a developed India by 2047, trying to create an atmosphere of anarchy. The Congress seems to believe that, just as movements were launched in countries like Bangladesh and Nepal in the name of so-called public uprisings to capture power, a similar strategy can succeed here. That is their misconception, Sharma said. Stating that the people of India, especially the youth, have faith in democracy, he said. If Gandhi wants to come to power, there is a democratic process for that he should seek people's mandate through elections. After suffering electoral defeats in Bihar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Assam and several other places, it appears they believe they can create unrest and build a political atmosphere through disorder. JKPCC president Karra defended the Congress protest as a democratic right, alleging that the BJP was trying to suppress dissent instead of allowing a discussion in Parliament on the students' agitation. Accusing the ruling party of using force against the protesters and targeting the Congress, Karra claimed that BJP workers had come to the party office to intimidate its members, asserting that the Congress was prepared to peacefully resist what he termed the BJP's hooliganism. A protest is undoubtedly a part of democracy there is no doubt about that. But our protest is against the BJP's hooliganism. Our protest is also against the fact that the BJP does not want to discuss such a sensitive and contentious issue in Parliament. We are protesting because students have gathered at the JantarMantar in Delhi to voice their grievances, hardships and demands, yet, instead of engaging with them, the government chose to lathi-charge them, Karra said. He alleged that the police crackdown on student protesters in Delhi on Monday indicated that the BJP and Prime Minister NarendraModi had realised that protests were spreading across the country. It is the BJP which is creating unrest and attacking people across the country. Today, BJP workers came to attack our party office. We were sitting peacefully inside, but when we learned that they had come to attack us, we could not simply remain seated we had to come outside as well, Karra said. What the BJP is doing is not protest but hooliganism. Using the government, the administration and the police, they have come here to attack us. But we are standing our ground, fully prepared to face any such attack, he added. The BJP and the Congress have been at loggerheads over the police crackdown on protesters led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), who gathered at the JantarMantar on Monday for a 'SansadChalo' march, demanding accountability over the NEET paper leak and resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, among others, despite heavy security deployment. The matter took a dramatic turn on Tuesday when opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Samajwadi Party's AkhileshYadav, were forcibly removed by police after they staged a dharna outside Prime Minister NarendraModi's residence in Delhi, demanding his resignation.

Greater Kashmir 23 Jul 2026 6:25 am

July 21 Marks a Dark Day for Democracy, Countdown for Government Begins: Vijay Wadettiwar

Mumbai, July 23: Maharashtra Congress legislator Vijay Wadettiwar criticized the government following student protests at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and police action against Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi. He declared July 21 a dark day, asserting that democracy is being stifled. In a conversation with the media, Wadettiwar expressed concern over the prolonged protests ... Read more July 21 Marks a Dark Day for Democracy, Countdown for Government Begins: Vijay Wadettiwar

Morningstar 23 Jul 2026 6:23 am

Cyber cons pose as Maharashtra cops, cheat elderly woman of Rs 18.5L

Police have urged people to remain vigilant, stressing that no law enforcement agency conducts investigation or demands money over phone or a video call.

The Times of India 23 Jul 2026 12:50 am

17 Complaints of Womens Exploitation at IVF, Surrogacy Centres Reported in Three Years

SRINAGAR: The Union Government has informed Parliament that 17 complaints alleging exploitation of women in connection with Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), IVF and surrogacy centres have been received across 10 states over the last three years, with Maharashtra accounting for two of the cases. Responding to an unstarred question by Rajya Sabha member Dr Medha []

KashmirLife 23 Jul 2026 12:35 am

Over 2,000 gather at Shivaji Park, detentions lead to standoff with cops

Many Picked Up On Way To Site, Say Students

The Times of India 23 Jul 2026 12:15 am

NEET protest expands: Students and job aspirants unite at Jantar Mantar over exam delays

Protests over the NEET paper leak are expanding to include other government job aspirants. Students are converging at Jantar Mantar to voice their recruitment and admission concerns. Rajan Singh from Bihar awaits notification for the Teachers Recruitment Examination 4. Viraj Patil from Maharashtra faces uncertainty after the Teachers Eligibility Test cancellation. Various student organisations and political leaders are supporting the ongoing demonstration.

The Economic Times 23 Jul 2026 12:12 am

Maharashtra Congress Protests Against Police Action on Students, March to BJP Office

Mumbai, July 22: Maharashtra Congress leaders staged a protest on Wednesday against the police action on students demonstrating over the NEET paper leak. They also condemned the treatment of Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, in the Lok Sabha. The Congress organized a march from Gandhi Bhavan to the BJP office in South ... Read more Maharashtra Congress Protests Against Police Action on Students, March to BJP Office

Morningstar 22 Jul 2026 11:12 pm

Suspension hasty, says Bombay high court; BMC medical officer reinstated

Notes Civic Body Action Only After Ex-MP Kirit Somaiya Made The Claim

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 10:57 pm

I am still alive, says activist Sonam Wangchuk on 25th day of his hunger strike

In a video message shared on Wednesday, Sonam Wangchuk said that he had lost 11 kilograms during the fast but remained determined to continue unless such an assurance was given

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 10:45 pm

CJP open to talks with Centre, seeks meeting at Jantar Mantar or neutral venue

Speaking at a press briefing at the protest site, CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das said police informed the group on Wednesday morning that Union Minister JP Nadda had invited its representatives to his residence for discussions

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 10:28 pm

500 people join MNS protest over fatal Chembur tree crash

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 10:18 pm

Study reveals hidden pollution from diesel generators may be posing bigger health risk than thought

Diesel generators pose greater air pollution risks than previously understood. These machines emit toxic particles that penetrate deep into human lungs. Such emissions can increase the likelihood of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Researchers urge policymakers to strengthen emission monitoring and regulations. Transitioning to cleaner backup power technologies is also recommended.

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 9:46 pm

Mumbais Film City to be redeveloped

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 9:39 pm

Bandra residents raise alarm over sports facility project on Pali Village playground

Residents of Pali Village are voicing their apprehensions over the construction of a sports facility on a cherished open playground. This project, initiated by a private NGO on land owned by the Collectorate, is funded through the Annual District Development Plan. Activists challenge its legality, referencing earlier court rulings that support public access. With a completion date set for 2027, tensions continue to rise regarding community space.

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 9:31 pm

Rubio defends proposed nuclear deal with Saudi amid proliferation concerns

The Trump administration is expected to sign a long-term civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia that could pave the way for uranium enrichment in the kingdom following a joint US-Saudi study. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the deal would not increase the risk of nuclear proliferation

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:06 pm

Rahul Gandhi defends protest, backs students' agitation

Addressing a press conference, Gandhi said the Opposition first sought a discussion in Parliament by meeting Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, but claimed no debate was allowed despite their request

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:02 pm

Police must protect law-abiding citizens, not accused: Bombay high court

Questions 'VIP treatment to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre in Dombivli doctors assault case

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 8:56 pm

SP leaders to meet Sonam Wangchuk, urge him to end 25-day hunger strike

A delegation of Samajwadi Party leaders will meet activist Wangchuk at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram to urge him to end his indefinite hunger strike, which entered its 25th day. The move comes amid growing concerns over his health and continued demands for Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 8:49 pm

Maharashtra launches surprise inspection drive at blood centres

As part of the special campaign, all the blood centres in Pune, Solapur, Nashik, and Mumbai were subjected to unannounced inspections between July 17 and 19. The special drive was conducted in accordance with the directives issued by the SBTC on June 27

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 8:44 pm

Lower area under arhar in Indias Karnataka unlikely to be offset elsewhere

This is despite higher coverage in U.P., Telangana and Andhra; Maharashtra and M.P. report double-digit decline

The Hindu Businessline 22 Jul 2026 8:39 pm

Pune school open tomorrow, July 23? IMD weather update and school closure status

Pune schools will likely stay open as authorities monitor weather updates. Thane and Palghar are under an orange alert for heavy rainfall. Mumbai faces a yellow alert with intermittent heavy showers expected. Konkan and Madhya Maharashtra anticipate heavy to very heavy rainfall. Active monsoon conditions are expected to continue across Maharashtra.

The Economic Times 22 Jul 2026 8:23 pm

Protests rock Mumbai over NEET paper leak; Congress leaders detained, protesters dragged into police vans

Mumbai became a hub of activism on Wednesday, as protests unfolded over allegations of exam irregularities. The police detained several protesters and forcefully removed Congress leaders from a key intersection in south Mumbai. Demonstrators assembled at Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Garden, voicing their demands for educational reforms. Interventions by Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS leaders led to the release of detainees, alongside a heavy police presence ensuring safety across all sites.

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 7:07 pm

Haryana Congress stages protests over NEET paper leak

Haryana Congress president Rao Narender Singh, Congress AICC State In-charge Sanjay Dutt, and a number of MLAs, took part in the protest

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 6:46 pm

WHO: Ebola death toll in DRC, Uganda crosses 1,000

The DRC's 17th Ebola outbreak was declared on May 15 after several deaths in Ituri, and has remained concentrated in the mineral-rich northeastern province, plagued by armed groups

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 6:41 pm

Maharashtra BJP chief Ravindra Chavan calls CJP protest sponsored'

Speaking to reporters in Maharashtra's Nagpur on Wednesday, Ravindra Chavan claimed that the people backing the protest would be identified and exposed within the next few days

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 6:21 pm

CJP protest is 'sponsored', those behind it will be exposed soon: Maharashtra BJP chief

Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra Chavan called the CJP-led NEET protest sponsored. He claimed those behind the agitation will be exposed soon. Chavan stated action has been taken against several individuals in the NEET paper leak. Opposition parties are seeking opportunities in this ongoing protest, he alleged. Chavan spoke to reporters on the sidelines of a program in Nagpur.

The Economic Times 22 Jul 2026 5:00 pm

CJP protest: Abhijit Dipke urges Sonam Wangchuk to end fast

In an open letter addressed to Wangchuk, the CJP urged him to prioritise his health while pledging to carry forward the campaign for examination justice. Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike for the past 25 days in support of students seeking accountability over exam irregularities

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 4:36 pm

Jammu and Kashmir L-G condemns Anantnag terror attack; manhunt underway

L-G Sinha condemned the terror attack in Anantnag that claimed the life of a police personnel and said those responsible will be brought to justice

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 4:33 pm

Karnataka attracts $13 billion in FDI as tech, GCC investments surge

Karnataka's foreign direct investment nearly doubled to thirteen billion dollars last financial year. Tech investors and global capability centers significantly boosted Karnataka's investment inflows. Maharashtra, the top destination, experienced a dip in foreign direct investment after two years. Computer software and hardware sectors cornered nearly forty percent of total inflows. Food processing industry saw foreign direct investment grow nearly six times.

The Economic Times 22 Jul 2026 3:24 pm

Opposition protests in Parliament premises derail Kiren Rijiju's NEET statement

As soon as the Lok Sabha reassembled at noon after an earlier adjournment, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla asked Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju to make a statement

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 3:01 pm

Missing boy traced at Delhi Metro station, reunited with family

A missing minor was safely reunited with his family after a coordinated operation by the CISF, DMRC and Delhi Police at Punjabi Bagh West Metro station. Acting on inputs from Delhi Police, CISF personnel traced the child within an hour and handed him over to his parents after due verification

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 2:49 pm

Orange alert stays for Mumbai as Tansa overflows, lake stocks rise to 62%

As heavy downpours continue, Mumbai is on high alert with the IMD raising an orange signal. Tansa Lake's overflow has added to Vihar and Tulsi, pushing the city's water levels to 62% of capacity. Palghar, however, is facing a severe red alert, but a reprieve from the heavy rains is projected for Friday.

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 2:43 pm

Govt ready for NEET paper leak debate in Lok Sabha: Kiren Rijiju

Rijju said the government is willing to hold a discussion on NEET paper leak issue but the Speaker will have to meet floor leaders of all parties to decide on the rule under which the discussion will be held, its date and duration

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 2:41 pm

SC to hear Shiv Sena (UBT) plea against merger of six MPs with Eknath Shinde

A Bench comprising Justices P.S. Narasimha and Alok Aradhe issued notices to the Lok Sabha Speaker's office, the Joint Secretary concerned and the six MPs who joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 2:15 pm

SC refuses urgent hearing on plea over student protest action

A Bench of CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana was hearing the oral mentioning of the matter when the petitioner's counsel sought an urgent hearing, alleging police brutality against students protesting at Jantar Mantar

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 2:02 pm

Moshi garbage collapse: PCMC to reject unsegregated waste from August 15

Following the Moshi garbage collapse, the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has announced stricter waste management measures. From August 15, unsegregated waste will not be collected, while decentralised processing and mandatory source segregation will be enforced

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 1:44 pm

Jantar Mantar protest: 16 Delhi Metro stations closed amid heightened security

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said that while the stations have been closed for entry and exit, interchange facilities will continue to remain operational at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat, allowing commuters to switch metro lines

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 1:07 pm

Zohran Mamdani urges US to enforce ICC warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu

Mamdani said his administration had examined whether New York City had the legal authority to execute the ICC warrant but concluded that such powers rest solely with the federal government

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 12:22 pm

CJP's Ashutosh Ranka warns of bigger Delhi protests over NEET issue

Ranka claimed the ongoing agitation had grown into one of the country's largest youth movements and warned that significantly more protesters could gather in the national capital if the government did not respond

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 12:06 pm

Maharashtra Man Found Dead After Dispute With Daughter Over Food, Cops Suspect Suicide

According to police, the person who died allegedly left his residence in a fit of anger after a petty dispute over food with his daughter.

NDTV 22 Jul 2026 12:03 pm

Maharashtra Man Kills Farmer With Axe Over His Affair With Victim's Wife

Police said the accused claimed that he was in an illicit relationship with the farmer's wife and viewed him as a hurdle in their affair.

NDTV 22 Jul 2026 12:03 pm

Maharashtra Man Smothers Lover With Pillow Over Alleged Affair

The accused Nandkishore Gadekar committed the crime on Tuesday at a lodge located within the jurisdiction of the Thane Nagar police station.

NDTV 22 Jul 2026 12:02 pm

CJP supporters from India, abroad send food to demonstrators via delivery apps

Supporters are reportedly placing food and beverage orders through delivery platforms such as Swiggy and Zomato, instructing delivery partners to distribute the items free of cost among students and protesters

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 11:59 am

Amarnath Yatra remains suspended for fourth straight day

The Amarnath Yatra remained suspended for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday due to heavy rain, flash floods and cloudbursts across Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities also kept the Mata Vaishno Devi, Shiv Khori and Machail Mata yatras suspended, while thousands of stranded pilgrims continued to stay safely at transit and base camps.

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 11:53 am

Delhi Police register 10 FIRs over CJP protests across five police stations

The cases relate to various incidents reported during the demonstrations, including allegations of violence, vandalism, obstruction of public servants from performing their duties and violations of prohibitory orders. Investigations are currently underway

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 11:13 am

Emotional Tribute by Sunetra Pawar on Ajit Pawars Birth Anniversary

Mumbai, July 22: On the birth anniversary of former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, his wife and current Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar shared a heartfelt post on social media. In her post on the platform X, Sunetra expressed her emotions, stating, Dada, for many years, I celebrated your birthday with immense joy, enthusiasm, ... Read more Emotional Tribute by Sunetra Pawar on Ajit Pawars Birth Anniversary

Morningstar 22 Jul 2026 10:32 am

For the first time, undergraduate enrolments decline in India

AISHE reports released by the Ministry of Education after prolonged delay show a drop in students enrolled in undergrad courses, particularly in States such as West Bengal, Maharashtra and U.P.

The Hindu 22 Jul 2026 10:28 am

US launches 11th straight night of strikes on Iran

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said it completed its 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting military operations centres, drone storage sites, aircraft hangars and logistics infrastructure. The operation was aimed at reducing Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional tensions.

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 10:10 am

India's first AI-Powered bird sanctuary is coming to Maharashtra; here's what travellers can expect

Maharashtra is establishing India's first AI-powered birding destination at Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary. This new eco-nature park will feature advanced bird detection and monitoring technology. The project aims to enhance bird conservation and promote sustainable eco-tourism opportunities. Visitors will experience nature trails and educational exhibits within the protected wetland. This initiative will boost Mumbai's nature tourism and biodiversity awareness.

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 10:07 am

Mid-Day Opinion: Returning from The Odyssey dance!

Not done talking about Christopher Nolan, yet; neither have most movie buffs I know

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:20 am

Mid-Day Opinion: Hygienically cooked food is a basic expectation

Today, thanks to the FDA raids across Mumbai, several restaurants have seen their licenses suspended over different food safety violations.

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:17 am

US forces complete strikes on Iran for 11th consecutive night; targets militar

Earlier, CENTCOM announced the commencement of the latest round of strikes in a post on X.

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:15 am

Uddhav, Sharad Pawar back CJP's NEET protest at Jantar Mantar

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray joined the Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak, while NCP (SCP) chief Sharad Pawar and MP Supriya Sule also extended support. The protest follows Monday's police action during the 'Sansad Chalo' march, with several Opposition leaders demanding Education Minister

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:14 am

Constable seriously injured as Delhi Police files six FIRs over protest violence

Delhi Police said a constable sustained serious injuries during violence linked to the Cockroach Janta Party's 'Sansad Chalo' march, while several other officers were also hurt. Police have registered six FIRs over the clashes, alleging stone-pelting, assault on personnel and damage to public property.

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:09 am

PM Modi vows strict action against NEET paper leaks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the government had taken strong action against those involved in the NEET paper leak to protect students' future and prevent similar incidents. He urged states to work with the Centre to tackle examination malpractices and said strict measures have been put in place to curb future paper leaks.

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:03 am

10 killed in Sikkim tunnel collapse triggered by landslide

At least 10 people were killed after a landslide triggered the collapse of an under-construction tunnel at the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project in Sikkim's Namchi district. Twenty-five workers and project officials were trapped in the incident, while Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang announced ex gratia for the victims' families.

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:02 am

Nadda, Jitendra Singh meet Sonam Wangchuk at Medanta

Union ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh met activist Sonam Wangchuk at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram on Tuesday after he was shifted from Safdarjung Hospital following a Delhi High Court order. Wangchuk has been admitted to the ICU under the supervision of an internal medicine specialist for further treatment.

Mid Day 22 Jul 2026 9:00 am