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RSS believes some religions, languages inferior: Rahul Gandhi

RSS believes some religions, languages inferior: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the RSS of considering some religions, languages and communities of being inferior to others and said that the fight in India is about this and not about politics.

US 9/11 attacks: How terror strike took place in America on Sep 11

The 9/11 attacks had profound effects on U.S. and global security policies

08 September,2024 10:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Apple Event 2024: Date, time and how to watch iPhone 16 launch LIVE

The company's launch tagline this year is "It’s Glowtime", and the event will broadcast from Apple Park in Cupertino, California, in the US

08 September,2024 03:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: The story behind the tradition of Ganesh Visarjan

According to rituals, people keep Lord Ganesha inside their homes for one-and-a-half days, five days, seven days, or ten days; the festival ends with Anant Chaturdashi.

02 September,2024 02:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Lalbaugcha Raja 2024: Darshan date, time, how to reach and live streaming detail

Lalbaugcha Raja, nearly century-old puja pandal is one of the most revered and grand Ganesh festivities in the city, drawing thousands of devotees

30 August,2024 10:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Mother Teresa's birth anniversary: Famous quotes by the Nobel Peace Prize winner

Known for her unwavering compassion, humility, and devotion, Mother Teresa’s words have inspired millions around the world

24 August,2024 09:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Mother Teresa's birth anniversary: All you need to know

Among the most notable was the Nobel Peace Prize, which she received in 1979 for her humanitarian efforts

24 August,2024 09:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

WATCH: Meet Pune's 'Golden Boys' visit Venkateswara Temple wearing 25-kg gold

According to news reports, one of the people in the video is Sunny Waghchaure, a resident of Pimpri-Chinchwad, who is known for his obsession for gold ornaments. The other man is Sanjay Gujar, Waghchaure's friend. The duo are known as 'Golden Boys' for their possession of heavy gold jewellery, cars and phones

23 August,2024 03:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Origin and significance of Dahi Handi tradition

Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated on the Ashtami (eighth day) of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Bhadrapada as per the lunisolar Hindu calendar

22 August,2024 10:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Do’s and don'ts to keep in mind while fasting

Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Gokulashtami, celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu.

21 August,2024 04:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

August 2003 Mumbai bombings: Car blasts that killed 54

One of the bomb explosions took place at the Gateway of India, a major tourist attraction. The other bomb went off in a jewellery market Zaveri Bazaar in south Mumbai

20 August,2024 08:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Mother Teresa Birthday 2024: Some lesser known facts about Nobel laureate

Known worldwide for her humanitarian work and dedication to the poor, Mother Teresa, born Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu, continues to inspire people with her selfless service

20 August,2024 07:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
August 2003 Mumbai bombings: Car blasts that killed 54

August 2003 Mumbai bombings: Car blasts that killed 54

One of the bomb explosions took place at the Gateway of India, a major tourist attraction. The other bomb went off in a jewellery market Zaveri Bazaar in south Mumbai

20 August,2024 08:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mother Teresa Birthday 2024: Some lesser known facts about Nobel laureate

Mother Teresa Birthday 2024: Some lesser known facts about Nobel laureate

Known worldwide for her humanitarian work and dedication to the poor, Mother Teresa, born Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu, continues to inspire people with her selfless service

20 August,2024 07:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Raksha Bandhan 2024: The importance of the festival in Indian tradition

Raksha Bandhan 2024: The importance of the festival in Indian tradition

Raksha Bandhan is often simply called Rakhi; Raksha Bandhan 2024, let us understand the significance of the festival in Indian tradition.

19 August,2024 08:01 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Rajiv Gandhi Birth Anniversary: Here's why former PM was assassinated

Rajiv Gandhi Birth Anniversary: Here's why former PM was assassinated

The assassination of Rajiv Gandhi was reportedly a result of complex political and regional tensions that culminated in a devastating act of violence

18 August,2024 11:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Raksha Bandhan: Wishes, quotes, messages, and WhatsApp statuses to share

Raksha Bandhan: Wishes, quotes, messages, and WhatsApp statuses to share

Raksha Bandhan celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters

18 August,2024 11:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

In Photos: Have you ever been welcomed at a cafe by a robot?

Kenya's Robot Cafe is gaining popularity among citizens in the capital city of Nairobi. (Pics/AFP)

27 August,2024 07:46 PM IST | Divya Nair
Paris Olympics: Turkish shooter's 'swag' goes viral after he bags silver

Paris Olympics: Turkish shooter's 'swag' goes viral after he bags silver

Turkish athlete Yusuf Dikec, who has bagged a silver medal in the 10-meter air pistol shooting mixed team event along with his partner Sevval Ilayda Tarhan on Tuesday, has become the latest internet sensation

01 August,2024 12:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024: How the first 'LIVE' war happened

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024: How the first 'LIVE' war happened

July 26 this year marks the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War, one of the major wars to take place on the India-Pakistan border

25 July,2024 11:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024: History and significance of the day

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024: History and significance of the day

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Kargil Vijay Diwas that saw India reclaim its territory from infiltrating Pakistani forces

25 July,2024 11:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Devendra Fadnavis Birthday: Lesser known facts about top Maharashtra BJP leader

Devendra Fadnavis Birthday: Lesser known facts about top Maharashtra BJP leader

Fadnavis has been instrumental in the BJP's electoral success in Maharashtra

21 July,2024 09:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

MPs Suspension: Rahul Gandhi films as TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee mimics RS Chairman

    MPs Suspension: Rahul Gandhi films as TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee mimics RS Chairman

    Amid protests outside Parliament over the MPs suspension from Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee mimicked Upper House Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar asking Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to sit on the stairs of the Parliament. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi was seen filming a video of mockery. Hours after 33 members were suspended from Lok Sabha for "misconduct" for the remainder of Parliament winter session on Monday, 45 members from the opposition including Congress' Jairam Ramesh, Randeep Surjewala and KC Venugopal were suspended from the Rajya Sabha for the remaining period of the session which concludes on December 22. While 34 members were suspended for the remaining part of the session, the "misconduct" of 11 others was also referred to the Privileges Committee, which has been asked to give its report in three months.

    20 December,2023 11:58 AM IST
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