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Bhopal hotel: Bajrang Dal drags Arif Khan, smears cow dung
Madhya Pradesh Police registered an FIR after videos surfaced showing Bajrang Dal activists assaulting a Muslim man in Bhopal, accusing him of 'love jihad' with a Hindu woman.
Srinagar Airport to get nearly ₹1,000cr new terminal
The Srinagar airport is set for a Rs 1,000-crore upgrade, featuring a new terminal three times larger than the current one and enhanced capacity for growing passenger traffic.
Fuel steady across India, LPG hiked and gold duties raised
Fuel and gold prices remain steady on May 13, while LPG commercial cylinder rates see a sharp hike. Check city-wise rates and key updates ahead of today's Cabinet meeting.
CBI probes NEET-UG 2026 leak, Shubham Khairnar sold paper 15L
A nationwide network involving couriers, coaching centers, and WhatsApp groups facilitated the NEET UG 2026 paper leak, originating in Nashik and spreading to Gurugram and beyond.
India's Defense Secretary Singh outlines Indo-Pacific force plan by 2047
India aims to become a fully integrated, technologically advanced military force by 2047, with Mission Sudarshan Chakra ensuring impenetrable missile defence by the 2030s.
AERA sets Noida International Airport passenger fees from June 15
Airports regulator AERA has set the User Development Fee (UDF) at Rs 490 for departing domestic passengers at Noida International Airport, effective from the 2026-27 period.
India's Supreme Court says lawmakers, not judges, change religious practices
The Supreme Court emphasized that constitutional courts should avoid altering religious practices, leaving social reforms to lawmakers representing the people's will.
Delhi hits 39 Celsius, light rain then 42 Celsius Sunday
Delhi recorded its warmest day of May at 39°C on Tuesday, staying a degree below normal due to a prevailing western disturbance that may bring light rainfall until Wednesday.
CBI probes NEET-UG 2026 leak after Rajasthan Police uncover racket
A nationwide cartel leaked NEET-UG 2026 questions disguised as guess papers, selling them for Rs 10-25 lakh. A whistleblower's tip to Rajasthan officials was initially ignored.
Air India denies stopping international flights, cites fuel, crew costs
Rumors suggesting Air India has suspended all international flights until July 2026 are misleading; the airline is only reducing services on select routes temporarily.
India starts self-enumeration for census with apps in 16 languages
Self-enumeration for Census 2027 begins May 17 in Gujarat, introducing online portals and apps for the first time to streamline data collection and enhance accuracy.
S Jaishankar set to meet Araghchi over energy and trade
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi to address energy disruptions and connectivity issues amid West Asia conflict.
Maharashtra onion farmers including Jitendra Solanke face 50 paise/kg crash
Farmers in Maharashtra face severe financial distress as onion prices plummet to as low as 50 paise per kilogram, leaving many burdened with mounting debts and unpaid loans.
Family of 4 including Homdas Vaishnav killed in Kumhari fire
A house fire, likely caused by a short circuit, triggered a gas cylinder explosion in Chhattisgarh's Durg district, killing four family members, including two minors.
Noida International Airport sets 2026-27 fees effective June 15
Starting June 15, 2026, Noida International Airport will implement AERA-approved tariffs, including UDFs for passengers and landing/parking charges for airlines.
Sangli temple storm leads under-construction wall collapse, kills 6 devotees
Six people, including children, died and over a dozen were injured after an under-construction wall at a Sangli temple collapsed during a storm with heavy rain and strong winds.
India to import record 1.35 million tons of DAP fertilizer
India is set to import 1.35 million tonnes of diammonium phosphate (DAP) in a single tender, driven by supply disruptions amid the Iran conflict and rising global prices.
MGNREGA workers plan nationwide May 15 strike over MGNREGA repeal
MGNREGA workers, backed by AIKS, will stage an all-India strike on May 15 against the government's decision to repeal the scheme effective July 1, 2026.
CBI takes over NEET-UG leak, exam canceled May 3
An elaborate conspiracy involving coaching centres, advanced scanners, and a shadow server led to the NEET-UG paper leak across multiple states, prompting a CBI investigation.
Dattatreya Hosabale says West Asia conflict not civilisational, about oil
RSS General Secretary Dattareya Hosabale stated that the West Asia war is driven by oil interests, dismissing claims of it being a civilisational conflict.
Uttar Pradesh announces fuel saving steps after PM Modi appeal
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announced fuel-saving initiatives, including "No Vehicle Day" and hybrid work models, aligning with PM Modi's call amid global energy challenges.
Fire in illegally built Tiljala structure kills 2, injures 3
A fire in Kolkata's Tiljala area claimed two lives and left three critically injured. Officials revealed the building lacked mandatory clearances and licenses.
Henley Index 2026: Indian passport slips to 78th rank
India's passport has slipped three ranks to the 78th position in the latest Henley Passport Index. The fall comes from its previous standing of 75th in February this year.
Bangladesh reacts to Suvendu Adhikari's border fencing decision
Bangladesh has reacted to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's decision to start border fencing with Bangladesh. The move is aimed at addressing illegal immigration and smuggling along the border.
Bengaluru couple becomes 1st pair to swim Sri Lanka-India
Danish Abdi and Vrushali Prasade, a Bengaluru-based couple, have made history by becoming the first pair to swim from Sri Lanka to India.
How to get your educational documents attested easily
Getting Indian educational documents attested for use abroad can be a daunting task.
'Arbitrary decision': Punjabi activists on Army schools making Sanskrit compulsory
A recent policy change by the Army Welfare Education Society (AWES) has sparked a controversy in Punjab.
'Beaten, starved': Manipuri nanny alleges years-long abuse by IIM-Bangalore professor
A faculty member of the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B) and his wife have been booked after their Manipuri nanny accused them of abusing her for years.
Rain, dust storms in Delhi-NCR, Haryana; heatwave alert for Rajasthan
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a major weather change across northern India on Tuesday, May 12.
'Set timelines, don't adjourn': SC orders urgent bail hearings
The Supreme Court has issued a series of directions to speed up the disposal of bail petitions pending before high courts across India in a key order bolstering the rights of undertrial prisoners.
Maharashtra: Over 229 heatstrokes cases reported since March
Maharashtra is witnessing a sharp rise in heatstroke cases this summer, with over 229 such incidents reported since March 1, 2026.
Speeding Hayabusa bike crashes into car in Telangana; 5 killed
A high-speed motorcycle crash on the Palakonda bypass road in Telangana's Mahabubnagar district left five people dead on Sunday night.
Bengal government orders crackdown on illegal cattle transportation, markets
The newly-formed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in West Bengal has ordered a major crackdown on illegal cattle transportation and unauthorized markets.
Army veteran shoots son over remarriage row, later consumes poison
A retired Indian Army soldier, Surinder Singh alias Fauji (60s), allegedly shot his son Gursharan Singh Ginny (40) in Ludhiana, Punjab, late Sunday.
IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning in Delhi-NCR
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for light rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) over the next two hours, or around noon on Monday.
Daily wage earners account for 31% of India's suicides: NCRB
Daily wage earners accounted for a staggering 31% of all suicide deaths in India in 2024, the highest share in a decade.
NEET-2026: Rajasthan SOG probing paper leak; 600 questions matched
A new controversy has emerged over the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2026.
'Think of WFH, don't buy gold': PM amid Mideast crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to work from home to minimize fuel consumption and curb gold consumption amid ongoing global energy supply disruptions.
Gelatin sticks found near PM Modi's Bengaluru venue, probe on
A major security alert was raised on Sunday after gelatin sticks were found near the route of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bengaluru.
Meghalaya: Unidentified miscreants vandalize Hanuman temple, steal valuables
A Hanuman temple in Garikhana, Shillong, was vandalized early Sunday morning.
IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi on May 11, 12
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi on May 11 and 12.
Delhi on high alert after terror threat to BJP headquarters
Delhi Police have placed the national capital on high alert after receiving intelligence inputs of a possible terror attack.
Bengaluru accounts for 87% of India's metro dowry cases: NCRB
Bengaluru has reported the highest number of dowry-related cases among India's metropolitan cities in 2024, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
What was mysterious 'comet' seen over India, Bangladesh?
On May 8, a bright comet-like object with a long orange-white tail lit up the sky over Odisha, India. The sight was so spectacular that it was visible as far as Cox's Bazar in Bangladesh, as per India Today.
MP rape accused kills victim who refused to marry him
A 26-year-old man, Manoj Ahirwar, was arrested in Madhya Pradesh's Raisen district for allegedly killing a 17-year-old girl.
Extreme weather conditions across India till May 14: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rains, thunderstorms, hailstorms, thundersqualls, and heatwave conditions till May 14.
Government appoints new Chief of Defence Staff, Naval chief
The Indian government has appointed Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani as the new Chief of Defense Staff (CDS).
How police finally nabbed Nida Khan in Nashik TCS case
Nida Khan, a key accused in the alleged religious conversion case at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in Nashik, was arrested by police from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district of Maharashtra.
ISI-linked module plotted strikes on Delhi temple, dhaba, military camp
Pakistan's intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), had allegedly planned attacks on a historic temple in Delhi and a popular dhaba on the Delhi-Sonipat highway.
Maharashtra can't deny aid to child care homes: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has slammed the Maharashtra government for delaying financial assistance to children's homes.
Over 1L schools have only 1 teacher: Niti Aayog Report
Thousands of government schools in India are functioning without basic facilities such as toilets, water supply, and electricity.
Odisha: Railway cop lynched after allegedly attempting to rape woman
In a shocking incident, a railway cop was lynched by a mob on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
PM Modi hails Somnath Temple marking 75 years of restoration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized the importance of unity and oneness in Bharat, as he celebrated the 75th anniversary of the restoration of the Somnath Temple.
Rat poison in watermelon wiped out entire Mumbai family
Four members of the Dokadia family in Bhendi Bazaar, Mumbai, died after consuming watermelon laced with rat poison.
IMD predicts widespread thunderstorm activity, heavy rainfall across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread thunderstorm activity, heavy rainfall, and gusty winds across several parts of India over the next few days.
TCS 'conversion' case accused Nida Khan nabbed after 42-day hunt
Nida Khan, the key accused in the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) "conversion" case, was arrested on Thursday in Maharashtra.
Tamil Nadu tops drug overdose deaths, replaces Punjab
Tamil Nadu has replaced Punjab as the state with the most drug overdose deaths in India in 2024, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
Iran's Araghchi skipping BRICS meeting in Delhi; deputy to attend
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi is unlikely to attend the upcoming BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, ThePrint reported. Instead, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi is expected to lead the Iranian delegation, ANI reported.
Cash-filled bags thrown from window during ED raid in Mohali
A high-profile money laundering investigation in Punjab's real estate sector took a dramatic turn on Thursday.
'Remain committed to defeating terrorism': Modi on Operation Sindoor anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tribute to the Indian Armed Forces on the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor.
Insulting 'Vande Mataram' could soon be punishable offense
The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to amend the Prevention of Insults to National Honor Act, 1971, a day after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a landslide victory in West Bengal.
Punjab on alert after 2 back-to-back explosions near defense establishments
Punjab is on high alert after two explosions rocked areas near Border Security Force (BSF) establishments in Jalandhar and Amritsar.
26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana undergoes surgery in Delhi
Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, underwent hernia surgery at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi on May 4.
Chandigarh: Passenger's power bank catches fire, emergency evacuation carried out
An emergency evacuation was carried out at Chandigarh Airport on Tuesday after a passenger's power bank caught fire on an IndiGo flight.
UP scraps mandatory prepaid smart meters, reverts to postpaid billing
The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to discontinue the mandatory use of prepaid smart meters for electricity consumers.
ED issues look out notice against Kolkata Police DCP
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a look out notice against Kolkata deputy commissioner of police (DCP) Shantanu Sinha Biswas in connection with a money laundering probe.
Modi government might sell BrahMos missiles to Vietnam
Vietnamese President To Lam's visit to India is likely to focus on strengthening defense ties, including a possible purchase of BrahMos missiles, as per Reuters.
PM calls Iran's Fujairah attack 'unacceptable' after 3 Indians injured
India has strongly condemned the recent attack on the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by Iran. The incident left three Indian nationals injured.
Weather update today: Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms forecast across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in New Delhi, the eastern coast, and the northeast till early May.
IMD warns of thunderstorms, hailstorms in north, central, east India
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a weather alert for May 4, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and hailstorms over Northwest, Central, and East India.
India turns to coal as US-Iran war disrupts energy supplies
India is relying more on coal to meet its energy needs as the ongoing US-Iran war has disrupted supplies and a nationwide heatwave has raised demand.