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Hope this festival brings immense happiness: Kharge extends Lohri greetings

Hope this festival brings immense happiness: Kharge extends Lohri greetings

Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal and Lohri are all traditional harvest festivals and share similarities despite being celebrated in different regions

President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal

President Murmu stated that these festivals are a symbol of our rich cultural heritage and unity in diversity and are celebrated in different regions of India to express respect for nature

13 January,2025 11:56 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Very special day for those who cherish Bharatiya values, says PM Modi

Very special day for those who cherish Bharatiya values, says PM Modi

Expressing his happiness at seeing the influx of pilgrims and tourists in Prayagraj, PM Modi wished all pilgrims and tourists a wonderful stay

13 January,2025 11:50 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Helicopter ride at Mahakumbh 2025 at Rs 1,296 for tourists

Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh mentioned that the seven to eight-minute helicopter ride would begin today with a digital launch

13 January,2025 11:10 AM IST | Prayagraj | ANI

Bengaluru: Man arrested for allegedly cutting off udders of three cows

According to the police investigation, the accused had committed this act under the influence of alcohol

13 January,2025 10:36 AM IST | Bengaluru | mid-day online correspondent

Delhi minimum temperature drops to 9.6 deg Celsius; IMD issues 'orange alert'

According to the India Meteorological Department, dense fog conditions are very likely in the Delhi/NCR region and an orange alert was issued regarding the same

13 January,2025 10:28 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Mid-Day Top News at this hour: Tracing the journey of fake sneakers 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

13 January,2025 10:03 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

PM Modi has lunch with young leaders, holds insightful discussions

In a unique initiative, PM Modi also had lunch with the young leaders and had insightful discussions at the lunch table. Young girls from the northeast region also interacted with the PM during lunch

13 January,2025 08:18 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI

Attention paid to infrastructure of railway stations: Railway Board Chairman

He further said that around 1,146 CCTV have been installed at all the stations.

13 January,2025 08:16 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI

Uttarakhand: 5 killed, 17 injured as bus falls into gorge

Eight of the injured have been referred to a higher health center in Srinagar in critical condition.

13 January,2025 08:12 AM IST | Dehradun | Agencies

BPSC exam row: Protestors block roads, burn effigies

They gathered near Patna Science College and attempted to stop vehicles to enforce the bandh

13 January,2025 08:06 AM IST | Patna | Agencies

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to attend Donald Trump’s swearing-in

The MEA said on Sunday that Jaishankar will also have meetings with representatives of the incoming Trump administration during his visit to the US

13 January,2025 08:05 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
BPSC exam row: Protestors block roads, burn effigies

BPSC exam row: Protestors block roads, burn effigies

They gathered near Patna Science College and attempted to stop vehicles to enforce the bandh

13 January,2025 08:06 AM IST | Patna | Agencies
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to attend Donald Trump’s swearing-in

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to attend Donald Trump’s swearing-in

The MEA said on Sunday that Jaishankar will also have meetings with representatives of the incoming Trump administration during his visit to the US

13 January,2025 08:05 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
28 rescued after 16-hour-long operation at Kannauj railway station

28 rescued after 16-hour-long operation at Kannauj railway station

The shuttering of the under-construction building on the station premises had collapsed Saturday afternoon, trapping the workers

13 January,2025 08:04 AM IST | Kannauj | Agencies
CM must have separate home minister to maintain law and order: Anandraj Ambedkar

CM must have separate home minister to maintain law and order: Anandraj Ambedkar

Anandraj Ambedkar was referring to the murder of Beed sarpanch and the death of a Dalit student in judicial custody in Parbhani district

12 January,2025 10:49 PM IST | Latur | mid-day online correspondent
Eight dead as tempo rams into truck carrying iron rods in Nashik

Eight dead as tempo rams into truck carrying iron rods in Nashik

The incident took place near an Ayyappa temple in Nashik district at around 7:30 pm on Sunday

12 January,2025 10:28 PM IST | Nashik | mid-day online correspondent

IN PHOTOS: Indians across the country celebrate harvest festivals

 Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal, and Lohri—traditional harvest festivals celebrated on January 14—are observed across different regions of India. Despite regional variations, these festivals share common themes of gratitude for the harvest and the sun's transition. (Pics/PTI and AFP)

13 January,2025 03:21 PM IST | Joy Manikumar
Sarpanch killed after vehicle transporting fly ash hits his motorcycle in Beed

Sarpanch killed after vehicle transporting fly ash hits his motorcycle in Beed

The accident occurred in the Mirwat Phata area in Beed on Saturday night, an official said

12 January,2025 06:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

BJP does not intend to build houses for people living in slums: Kejriwal

BJP does not intend to build houses for people living in slums: Kejriwal

The former Delhi CM claimed that the BJP does not intend to build houses for the people living in slums

12 January,2025 06:01 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

J&K : Z-Morh tunnel will boost tourism, say locals

J&K : Z-Morh tunnel will boost tourism, say locals

"The tunnel would facilitate the soldiers in terms of better connectivity," locals added

12 January,2025 05:22 PM IST | Sonamarg | mid-day online correspondent

IMD hosts 'Run for Mausam' marathon ahead of its 150th year celebration

IMD hosts 'Run for Mausam' marathon ahead of its 150th year celebration

The department was established in 1875 and since then, it has been helping in systematic observation, regular reporting, and scientific forecasting of weather

12 January,2025 03:41 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Omar Abdullah thanks PM Modi for Smooth elections & Sonamarg tunnel project

    Omar Abdullah thanks PM Modi for Smooth elections & Sonamarg tunnel project

    On January 13, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah praised Prime Minister Modi for the Sonamarg tunnel project and the smooth conduct of elections. He acknowledged that there were no complaints of irregularities or misuse of power during the elections, crediting Modi, his team, and the Election Commission. Omar expressed hope that PM Modi would soon fulfill his promise to restore the state’s full status. He thanked the Prime Minister for visiting the region despite the cold weather and highlighted Modi’s long-standing connection with Jammu and Kashmir. Omar also expressed the hope that Modi would visit the region more often, stay with the people, and share in their joy.

    13 January,2025 04:00 PM IST
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