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Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate gets two years in jail in 30-year-old case

Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate gets two years in jail in 30-year-old case

The Nashik district and sessions court also convicted his brother Sunil in the case, registered in 1995 on the complaint of former minister, late TS Dighole. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 each on the two brothers

Confident Rekha will work for Delhi's development with full vigour: PM Modi

A first-time BJP MLA, Gupta was sworn in on Thursday as the Delhi chief minister in a grand show of strength by the party

20 February,2025 02:46 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

India’s e-commerce to hit USD 550 bn by 2035: Report

Government initiatives like 'Digital India' and rapid improvements in the country's logistics and supply chain networks have also contributed in boosting the growth

20 February,2025 02:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Rekha Gupta sworn in as Delhi’s fourth woman Chief Minister

Rekha Gupta took oath as Delhi’s Chief Minister in a grand ceremony at Ramlila Maidan, becoming the fourth woman to hold the post. BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, attended the event as she vowed to deliver on party promises and prioritise governance.

20 February,2025 01:07 PM IST | New Delhi

IMD issues thunderstorm, rain alert for several south Bengal districts

The south Bengal districts have been recording above-normal night temperatures for the last few days

20 February,2025 12:03 PM IST | Kolkata | PTI

25,000+ security personnel deployed for Delhi CM’s swearing-in ceremony

More than 25,000 security personnel, including paramilitary forces, have been deployed across Delhi for Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s oath-taking ceremony at Ramlila Maidan. The event will see top BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in attendance.

20 February,2025 11:19 AM IST | New Delhi

Parts of Delhi receive rain amid rising temperatures

The weather department has predicted a generally cloudy sky with light drizzle for the day. The maximum temperature will settle around 25 degrees Celsius, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD)

20 February,2025 11:01 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Mid-Day Top News: Here's how Mumbai is prepping for exam day 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

20 February,2025 10:43 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Parvesh Verma, Kapil Mishra to be part of Delhi Cabinet

The new ministers will take oath along with CM-designate Gupta in a grand ceremony to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries at Ramlila Maidan later in the day

20 February,2025 09:19 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Rekha Gupta to take oath as Delhi CM at Ramlila Maidan

Rekha Gupta, 50, was chosen as Leader of the House in the newly constituted 8th Delhi Assembly, in a meeting of the BJP legislature party on Wednesday

20 February,2025 09:09 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Hyderabad Police seize 160 kg ganja, arrest 3 in narcotics bust worth Rs 48 lakh

The police have registered a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, and are investigating further.

20 February,2025 07:30 AM IST | Telangana | ANI

KIIT row: Odisha CM assures Nepali students of justice

Majhi also spoke over the phone with officials from Nepal, assuring them that justice will be served in the case.

20 February,2025 07:23 AM IST | Bhubaneswar | Agencies
Hyderabad Police seize 160 kg ganja, arrest 3 in narcotics bust worth Rs 48 lakh

Hyderabad Police seize 160 kg ganja, arrest 3 in narcotics bust worth Rs 48 lakh

The police have registered a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, and are investigating further.

20 February,2025 07:30 AM IST | Telangana | ANI
KIIT row: Odisha CM assures Nepali students of justice

KIIT row: Odisha CM assures Nepali students of justice

Majhi also spoke over the phone with officials from Nepal, assuring them that justice will be served in the case.

20 February,2025 07:23 AM IST | Bhubaneswar | Agencies
Delhi HC raps Railways over stampede incident

Delhi HC raps Railways over stampede incident

A bench of Chief Justice D K Upadhayaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela asked the authorities concerned to state in its affidavit, the details of its measures on the issues. 

20 February,2025 07:20 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, wife get relief in MUDA case

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, wife get relief in MUDA case

The probing officers said they have submitted the final report to the High Court.

20 February,2025 07:20 AM IST | Bengaluru | Agencies
Global epicentre of terrorism: India slams Pakistan at UNSC

Global epicentre of terrorism: India slams Pakistan at UNSC

India said Pakistan is harbouring over 20 UN-listed terrorist entities for cross-border terrorism

20 February,2025 07:18 AM IST | United Nations | Agencies

Hours after being sworn in as Delhi CM, Rekha Gupta takes part in Yamuna 'aarti'

Delhi Chief Minister (CM) Rekha Gupta, along with her ministers, attended the Yamuna 'aarti' on Thursday evening, just hours after the Governor administered the oath of office to the new cabinet. Following the 'aarti', the Delhi CM emphasised that cleaning the river would be a priority for her government. "Today, during the aarti of Maa Yamuna, we reaffirmed our commitment to cleaning the river. We will allocate the necessary resources, and it will be our top priority," she said (Text: ANI, PICS/PTI)

20 February,2025 09:45 PM IST | Divya Nair
Insta ID, Telegram channel on UP police radar over objectionable videos of women

Insta ID, Telegram channel on UP police radar over objectionable videos of women

The action was taken under the directives of Uttar Pradesh police chief Prashant Kumar as part of an ongoing crackdown against misleading and offensive social media content related to the religious gathering.

20 February,2025 07:16 AM IST | Prayagraj | ANI

Two die of suspected GBS in Pune, toll rises to 11

Two die of suspected GBS in Pune, toll rises to 11

The deceased include a 27-year-old woman and a 37-year-old man, the officials said

19 February,2025 10:36 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent

CM Fadnavis announces Rs 50 crore aid for Shivsrushti theme park

CM Fadnavis announces Rs 50 crore aid for Shivsrushti theme park

CM Fadnavis experienced some attractions like Time Machine Theatre at the second phase of Shivsrushti on the occasion of the birth anniversary of the Maratha king

19 February,2025 09:59 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent

Shalimar Bagh MLA Rekha Gupta to be new Delhi CM

Shalimar Bagh MLA Rekha Gupta to be new Delhi CM

She will be the fourth woman chief minister of Delhi after Sushma Swaraj, Sheila Dikshit and Atishi

19 February,2025 09:46 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI

Rekha Gupta, Delhi's new CM, Commits to a developed future

    Rekha Gupta, Delhi's new CM, Commits to a developed future

    Rekha Gupta has officially taken office as the Chief Minister of Delhi at the Secretariat, becoming the fourth CM overall and the second woman to hold the position in Delhi's history. After taking charge, she said, "Today, we have a cabinet meeting. We will work hard to achieve the goal of a developed Delhi and will keep our promises to the people. At 5 PM, we will visit Yamuna Ghat for the aarti ceremony. The cabinet meeting is scheduled for 7 PM." Rekha Gupta emphasized her commitment to fulfilling the party's promises and focusing on the progress and development of Delhi.

    20 February,2025 05:41 PM IST
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