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Southwest monsoon picks up speed, expected in Mumbai June 10-15
The Southwest Monsoon has progressed into Karnataka and is expected to reach Mumbai by June 15, with widespread rainfall forecast across southern and northeastern states.
Methanol laced liquor kills 20 in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad
The Maharashtra CID is probing a fake Aadhaar card allegedly used to procure methanol, which was mixed into illicit liquor, leading to 20 deaths in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad.
Rare caracal photographed in Kuno National Park, conservation impact evident
A rare wild cat, the caracal, was recently spotted in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park during a camera trap survey, marking its return to the region after decades.
Mumbai fire brigade starts 2-week safety drive in Andheri West
In the wake of a deadly Delhi blaze, Mumbai Fire Brigade intensified inspections, seizing illegal LPG cylinders and uncovering fire safety violations in Andheri restaurants.
Delhi woman dies after reportedly jumping at MG Road station
A 22-year-old Delhi woman allegedly died by suicide late Friday after jumping in front of a moving metro train at Gurugram's MG Road station, disrupting train services temporarily.
Abhijeet Dipke's CJP gets protest approval demanding Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke was granted police permission at IGI Airport to hold a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Karnataka Examinations Authority to release KCET 2026 results today
The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) will announce the KCET 2026 results today at 12 pm. Scorecards will be available on official websites from 2 pm onwards.
HR Nagendra to lead Times Square International Day of Yoga
HR Nagendra, PM Modi's yoga guru, will lead International Day of Yoga celebrations at New York's Times Square on June 21, promoting 'Yoga for Healthy Aging.'
Maharashtra neighborhood salons raise prices 20% citing rising supply costs
Barber shops across Maharashtra have increased service charges by 20%, with a standard haircut now costing Rs 180, citing rising costs of consumables and salon materials.
Muzaffarpur private hospital fire kills 5, 18 hospitalized, compensation announced
A devastating fire at Prasad Hospital in Muzaffarpur claimed five lives, prompting the Civil Surgeon to revoke its license as investigations continue.
Heavy rain batters Kerala, Thrissur tree crash kills 29-year-old man
Overnight heavy rains in Kerala caused widespread waterlogging, uprooted trees, and damaged houses, disrupting normal life. A red alert was issued for five districts by the IMD.
Monsoon reaches South India, heavy rainfall expected in Kerala, Karnataka
The southwest monsoon has reached South India, bringing widespread rainfall to southern and coastal regions.
Nine killed in head on collision on Ferozepur-Fazilka road
A pickup truck carrying 28 passengers collided head-on with a trailer on the Ferozepur-Fazilka road, leaving nine dead and several injured early Wednesday morning.
A.C. Sreehari, Malayalam poet, dies of heart attack aged 56
Renowned Malayalam poet and academic A.C. Sreehari passed away on Friday night due to a heart attack. He was a former English professor and an influential literary voice.
Kerala minister reviews Aadhaar rule after migrant children turned away
Kerala's Education Minister N. Samsudheen plans to revisit the mandatory Aadhaar-based student headcount, addressing its impact on migrant children's school admissions.
TCS Nashik chargesheet says Danish Shaikh hid marriage, 2 children
Fresh allegations in the TCS Nashik case reveal an accused concealed his marriage and plotted to alter the complainant's identity post-alleged conversion.
CJP supporters' Jantar Mantar protest jams central Delhi traffic
Commuters in Central Delhi face major disruptions as CJP supporters gather at Jantar Mantar. Police have enforced diversions and advised avoiding key routes near the protest zone.
JEE Advanced 2026 posts record over 10,000 women qualifiers
Over 10,000 female candidates qualified for IITs via JEE Advanced 2026, marking the highest-ever pass rate among women and reflecting growing gender diversity in STEM education.
'Cockroach Janta Party' to protest in Delhi; says permission received
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is set to hold a major protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
India rejects Pakistan's Jammu and Kashmir remarks at UNGA
India rebuked Pakistan for misusing its UNSC membership to push false narratives on Jammu and Kashmir, asserting the region's integral status within India.
June 3 South Delhi bed and breakfast fire kills 22
Md Nurul Amin, 44, traveled from Dhaka to Delhi to support his sister and her husband during a kidney transplant but tragically died in a hotel fire.
Uttar Pradesh plants over 5cr saplings in a single day
Uttar Pradesh marked World Environment Day by planting over 50 million saplings statewide, surpassing its target across all 75 districts in a record-breaking effort.
Commercial 19-kg LPG cylinder up ₹42 amid US-Iran supply troubles
Commercial LPG cylinder prices saw a ₹42 hike on 1 June, while domestic cylinder rates remain unchanged. Check the latest rates in Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai.
India launches deepwater East Coast exploration to curb energy imports
India is reprocessing seismic data and conducting fresh surveys across key east coast basins to uncover untapped hydrocarbon reserves after Andaman gas discoveries.
Sonam Wangchuk threatens 42-day hunger strike if Abhijeet Dipke arrested
Sonam Wangchuk announced a 42-day hunger strike if Cockroach Janta Party members are arrested before their June 6 protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.
Delhi census houselisting faces migrant and landlord resistance over privacy
Certain Delhi residents, including migrants and unauthorized settlement occupants, hesitate to participate in the census, fearing misuse of their personal data.
Prayagraj to face 42-45°C heat wave June 8-16 before monsoon
Daytime temperatures in Prayagraj may soar to 45°C between June 8-16, with the monsoon expected to arrive by the third week of June, according to weather experts.
Since 2019 Delhi fires killed 543 and injured over 4,400
Delhi government data reveals 543 fire-related deaths from 2019 to March 2026, with incidents like the Malviya Nagar tragedy highlighting rising concerns over fire safety measures.
India's top diplomat Parvathaneni Harish calls Jammu and Kashmir integral
India firmly rebuked Pakistan at the UNGA, asserting that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India while accusing Pakistan of misusing UN platforms for political propaganda.
CJI Surya Kant's Birkbeck lecture interrupted over 'cockroaches' remark
The Indian Embassy condemned "indecorous" behavior during Chief Justice Surya Kant's lecture on AI and international law at the University of London.
Malviya Nagar Flourish stays fire kills 21, Jay Mishra missing
Jay Mishra, a long-time associate of arrested hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj, is under investigation after disappearing following the Delhi hotel fire that claimed 21 lives.
Panjab University scheduling mixup leaves students confused about exams
Panjab University’s scheduling error led students to arrive for exams on June 5, unaware that the papers had already been conducted three days earlier on June 2.
Manzoor Ahmed killed in Iranian drone strike at Kuwait airport
Manzoor Ahmed, a 55-year-old tailor from Ujjain, was killed in an Iranian drone strike at Kuwait International Airport just hours before flying home for his nephew's wedding.
Banks open across India today, RBI announces June holiday schedule
Banks across India, including SBI and HDFC Bank, are open today as June 6, 2026, falls on the first Saturday of the month, which is not a bank holiday.
Delhi forecast: IMD says rain today, heat wave next week
Delhi is set to experience rain today, offering temporary relief from the heat. However, IMD warns that a heatwave will return next week with temperatures nearing 40°C.
CBSE's on-screen marking used outdated certificates, exposing student data risks
Coempt provided CBSE with cybersecurity certificates that were either expired or tied to other clients' systems, raising concerns over the OSM platform's security.
Police lathi charge Patiala apprentice linemen protest, 20 injured
Police used force to disperse apprentice linemen protesting outside PSPCL headquarters in Patiala, leaving 20 injured as tensions escalated over recruitment demands.
Delhi heat eases as temperature falls to 35.8°C from 40.5°C
Delhi’s maximum temperature dropped by nearly 5°C on Friday to 35.8°C, following rain and strong winds, with forecasts predicting continued relief over the weekend.
Yogi Adityanath launches 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' tree drive
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' plantation drive on World Environment Day, urging citizens to plant trees in honor of their mothers.
Mumbai World Environment Day rally focuses on forests and mangroves
Environmentalists, activists, and citizens in Mumbai united on World Environment Day to protest threats to forests, mangroves, and open spaces amid growing urbanization.
Delhi government cracks down on officials over Malviya Nagar fire
Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood announced strict measures, including jail terms and pension cuts, against officials found guilty of negligence or collusion in illegal activities.
Rekha Gupta seeks safety overhaul after Malviya fire kills 21
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta reviewed the Malviya Nagar fire tragedy, directing immediate sealing of high-rises violating norms and emphasizing stricter compliance with building by-laws.
IndiGo Bengaluru-Mumbai takeoff stopped after bird strike, no injuries
A Bengaluru-Mumbai IndiGo flight aborted takeoff mid-roll at Kempegowda International Airport due to a bird strike, ensuring passenger safety with no injuries reported.
India's Statistical Business Register to get AI upgrade, Saurabh Garg
India's Statistical Business Register will use AI and analytics to map supply chains, identify investment clusters, and enhance logistics infrastructure planning.
India Oman trade pact effective June 1 opens Oman's ports
Oman's ports—Sohar, Salalah, and Duqm—are transforming into pivotal hubs for Indian exporters, offering streamlined access to dynamic markets across West Asia and Africa.
Gaya plumber Vikash Kumar sees ₹294cr in bank account
A plumber from Bihar's Gaya district was astonished as his bank account balance surged from Rs 113 to Rs 294 crore in a day, prompting a police investigation.
Madras HC's 'autocratic India' warning after SC delays election petition
The Madras High Court has expressed concern over the six-year delay in deciding an appeal related to the 2016 Radhapuram Assembly election dispute.
Pune mulls alternate-day water supply as Khadakwasla dam depletes
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is considering implementing an alternate-day water supply system for the city from next week.
FIR against 'Khan Sir' after vandalism at his coaching center
Faisal Khan, popularly known as "Khan Sir," and two of his security guards have been named in a First Information Report (FIR) after a firing incident at the Khan Global Studies Institute in Patna.
DU professor's murder: 2 masked visitors may hold key
Debosmita Paul, an assistant professor at Shivaji College in Delhi University, was found murdered in her apartment on Thursday.
For 94th anniversary, IAF plans flypast over Ganga, Kashi Vishwanath
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is planning to hold its Air Force Day flypast over Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, this year.
Ebola scare in Rajasthan after woman shows symptoms
A woman from Uganda has been isolated in Jaipur, Rajasthan after she showed symptoms similar to the Ebola virus disease.
India deepens ethanol shift with E85 petrol launch
India will launch E85 petrol, an 80-85% ethanol-blended transport fuel, on Friday.
Delhi HC refuses to hear plea against 'Cockroach party' protest
The Delhi High Court has declined to hear a petition concerning law and order issues related to the Cockroach Janta Party's planned protest at Jantar Mantar on June 6.
Delhi fire: Owner had prior arrest in fake passport case
Lavkesh Bajaj, the 60-year-old owner of Flourish Stays B&B in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar, was arrested on Wednesday evening after a devastating fire killed 21 people.
India not yet ready to become 'Vishwaguru': RSS chief
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has said that India is not yet ready to become a "Vishwaguru," or world leader.
Mohali man stabs ex-lover 20 times, then slashes own throat
In a shocking incident in Mohali, Punjab, a woman was brutally stabbed to death by her former lover at their workplace.
Manipur: 3 civilians shot dead, several houses set ablaze
A fresh wave of violence erupted in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Friday, killing three civilians and damaging several homes.
'Don't come to airport': CJP founder's U-turn for supporters
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has asked his supporters not to gather at Delhi's airport when he returns from the United States on Saturday.
Southwest monsoon to cover entire south Bay of Bengal soon
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the southwest monsoon will advance into more parts of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in the coming days.
Massive fire reported at Noida high-rise building, another at PG
Two separate fire incidents were reported in Noida on Friday morning.
Delhi: 42-year-old college professor found dead, blood stains all around
Debosmita Paul, a 42-year-old assistant professor in the Department of English at Shivaji College, was found dead in her apartment in East Delhi's Vasundhara Enclave on Thursday.
What is B&B policy the Delhi government is withdrawing
The Delhi government has decided to scrap its Bed and Breakfast (B&B) policy, a day after a fire at Flourish Stay B&B in Malviya Nagar killed 21 people.
After TCS Nashik, fresh religious conversion allegations surface at Wipro
A former employee of a Pune-based information technology company has alleged she was subjected to mental harassment and religious conversion pressure at work.
Heavy rain lashes Delhi-NCR as monsoon arrives
Heavy rain lashed parts of Delhi NCR, including Malviya Nagar, where a massive fire at a hotel killed 21 people and INA.
Uttarkashi trekker went missing 6 days ago, now friends detained
An extensive search operation is underway for Babita Pandey, a 24-year-old MBA student from Nainital, who went missing on a trek to Dayara Bugyal in Uttarkashi six days ago.
Major fire breaks out at Hyderabad shopping complex
A major fire broke out at a shopping complex on Ameerpet Main Road in Hyderabad, creating panic among the residents of one of the city's busiest commercial areas.
Delhi hotel fire: 8 family members visiting ailing father killed
The massive fire at a hotel in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar claimed the lives of 21 people on Wednesday. Among them were eight members of a Gurugram family.
Monsoon arrives in Kerala: Heavy rains expected till June 9
The southwest monsoon has officially set in over Kerala, three days later than usual, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Thursday.
PM Modi meets Venezuela's acting president; discusses energy security, trade
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met with the acting President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodriguez, in New Delhi.
'No courage for NEET re-test': Student dies by suicide
A National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) aspirant, Akanksha Chaturvedi, died by suicide in Nagpur on May 20 after allegedly falling into depression following the cancellation of the medical entrance examination.
'Didn't get NOC, fled after fire': Delhi hotel owner admits
Lavkesh Bajaj, the owner of the Flourish Stay bed-and-breakfast in Delhi's Malviya Nagar, has been arrested after a devastating fire at his hotel killed 21 people.
4 killed in massive fire at Bihar hospital's ICU ward
A major fire broke out at the Prasad Hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, on Thursday.
Delhi restaurant fire: Of 21 deceased, 15 were foreign nationals
As many as 21 people were killed and more than 40 others rescued after a fire broke out at a hotel in Delhi's Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning.
Mumbai has just 45 days of water left
Mumbai is staring at a serious water crisis as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted below-average rainfall.
Kerala HC grants relief to Monalisa's husband in kidnapping case
The Kerala High Court has granted transit bail to Farmaan Khan, the husband of Monalisa, who gained fame at the Kumbh Mela, in a kidnapping case filed by her father.
21 killed after fire at restaurant in Delhi's Malviya Nagar
At least 21 people have been killed after a fire broke out at the Lemon Green Restaurant in Malviya Nagar, South Delhi, on Wednesday morning. The restaurant is located in the basement of a hotel building.
Students protest outside Khan Sir's coaching center after firing incident
A massive student protest broke out in Patna on Wednesday, a day after an alleged firing incident outside educator Khan Sir's coaching center.
1.5M hits in 2 minutes: CBSE's re-evaluation portal faces cyberattack
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has reported multiple cyberattack attempts on its re-evaluation portal.
'If you have fever, diarrhea....': Health Ministry issues Ebola advisory
The Union Ministry of Health has issued an advisory for Indians in light of the increasing number of Ebola cases in some African nations.
Dehradun woman locked in toilet for months, beaten by in-laws
A shocking case of domestic violence has emerged from Dehradun, where a woman was allegedly locked in a room and toilet for 10 months, a report by NDTV stated.
'Burned, suffocated, beaten': Kerala toddler dies after stepfather's brutal torture
A 1.5-year-old boy was allegedly tortured for almost two months and killed by his stepfather in Kerala's Nedumangad.
Bhopal: CBI court sends Samarth, Giribala to 14-day judicial custody
A special Central Bureau of Investigation court in Bhopal has sent Samarth Singh and Giribala Singh to 14-day judicial custody. The duo is accused in the alleged dowry death of Twisha Sharma, who was married to Samarth.
Southwest monsoon to finally hit Kerala around June 4: IMD
The southwest monsoon is expected to hit Kerala on June 4, 2026, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.
NIA probes Al Qaeda, Hamas links in Pahalgam terror attack
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has opened a new line of inquiry in the Pahalgam terror attack case by probing possible links between Pakistan-backed terror networks and Hamas.
Foreigners in India must register before 180-day mark: New rules
The Union Home Ministry has revised the Immigration and Foreigners Rules, 2025.
Harassed over unpaid school fees, Punjab student dies by suicide
A 17-year-old student of Disciplined Disciple International School in Fatehgarh Churian, Punjab, died by suicide after allegedly being harassed over unpaid school fees.
5 new judges take oath in Supreme Court
Five new judges were sworn in at the Supreme Court on Tuesday, taking the court closer to its full sanctioned strength of 38 judges.
Monsoon's Kerala date postponed, weak onset predicted by IMD
The India Meteorological Department's (IMD) latest weather model forecasts a delayed monsoon onset over Kerala.
Bhopal: Key witness in Twisha Sharma case attacked, threatened
A key witness in the Twisha Sharma death case was allegedly attacked by friends of her husband, Samarth Singh, in Bhopal.
Myanmar won't allow anti-India activities on its soil: President Hlaing
Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing has assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Myanmar's territory will not be used against India's security interests.
Modi meets Myanmar president as India seeks rare earths trade
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing, who is on a five-day visit to India from May 30 to June 3, met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday at Hyderabad House.