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24 May 2026
TL;DR

Karnataka police arrest 5 in 24 cr CBI impersonation scam

Two men from Delhi and Haryana were arrested for impersonating CBI officials and defrauding a retired Bengaluru teacher of ₹24 crore through an elaborate online scam.

24 May 2026
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Parappana Agrahara released Shankar A using fake Supreme Court papers

A Bengaluru life convict was released in 2018 using fake Supreme Court documents, prompting authorities to investigate the forgery and pursue legal action.

24 May 2026
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Twisha Sharma, Deepika Nagar, Palak Ranjan die in dowry-related cases

Three young women—Twisha, Deepika, and Palak—tragically died within days of each other, their lives clouded by alleged dowry harassment and desperate pleas to return home.

24 May 2026
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Medical student Abhay Suresh Belkoni found begging in Mumbai

A 25-year-old medical student from Nanded, missing for 47 days, was found begging on Mumbai streets and reunited with his family after a police anti-begging drive.

24 May 2026
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Bakrid May 28 for most of India, J&K may 27

Eid al-Adha 2026 will be celebrated on May 28 across most of India, while Jammu and Kashmir will observe it on May 27 due to regional moon sighting differences.

24 May 2026
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DIAL expects Terminal 2 closure by 2033 amid upgrade plan

Delhi Airport's Terminal 2 is set to be phased out by 2033, with plans to expand Terminal 3 through a new pier to handle increased domestic passenger traffic.

24 May 2026
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Bengaluru headmaster arrested under POCSO after student found pregnant

A 59-year-old government school headmaster in Bengaluru was arrested under the POCSO Act after allegedly impregnating a minor student, with the abuse reportedly ongoing for a year.

24 May 2026
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India and US near major trade deal S Jaishankar says

India and the US are finalizing a trade deal, with an American delegation set to visit soon, as confirmed by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

24 May 2026
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CBI still has not begun probe into Twisha Sharma's death

Twisha Sharma's father expressed concern over the delay in the CBI investigation into her death, as her second post-mortem is underway and cremation is expected today.

24 May 2026
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Rekha Sharma accuses Samarth Singh and Giribala of isolating Twisha

Twisha Sharma’s mother, Rekha, alleged that her daughter was prevented from leaving by her husband Samarth, while mother-in-law Giribala restricted family visits.

24 May 2026
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S Jaishankar meets Marco Rubio in New Delhi on terrorism

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized terrorism as a shared challenge with the US during talks with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on Gulf tensions.

24 May 2026
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CBSE to refund students accidentally charged for answer sheet copies

CBSE has promised automatic refunds for excess payments caused by technical glitches during the Class 10 and 12 re-evaluation process, ensuring no fresh applications are needed.

24 May 2026
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India's fertility rate 1.9, most states below replacement, government data

India's total fertility rate has dropped to 1.9, below the replacement level of 2.1. Bihar has the highest TFR at 2.9, while Delhi records the lowest at 1.2.

24 May 2026
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Kerala announces 2-day Bakrid holiday on May 27 and 28

The Kerala government has declared May 27 and 28, 2026, as public holidays for Bakrid, ensuring two consecutive days off for government and public sector employees.

24 May 2026
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Dr Syed Mohammed Ghouse performs remote bladder surgery from Wuhan

Dr. Syed Mohammed Ghouse successfully conducted a robot-assisted bladder surgery on a Hyderabad patient from 3,000 km away, utilizing Chinese robotics and 5G technology.

24 May 2026
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Delhi court charges 2 CBI officers with corruption, others cleared

A Delhi court has ordered the framing of corruption and conspiracy charges against two CBI officials for allegedly compromising investigations in exchange for financial benefits.

24 May 2026
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Marco Rubio meets S Jaishankar in India to deepen partnership

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized strengthening the India–US strategic partnership during his meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi.

24 May 2026
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Fresh AIIMS autopsy begins for Twisha Sharma in Bhopal

The SIT intensifies its probe into Samarth Singh's evasive responses and movements on May 12, the day his wife, Twisha Sharma, was found dead under suspicious circumstances.

24 May 2026
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Bhopal Police question Samarth Singh over wife's May 12 death

Bhopal Police are set to grill Samarth Singh over his wife Twisha Sharma's death, focusing on pregnancy-related tensions, alleged disputes, and inconsistencies in his statements.

24 May 2026
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Sharma found dead May 12 amid dowry allegations against Singh

Twisha Sharma, who planned to visit her brother Major Harshit Sharma on May 15, was found dead three days earlier, intensifying the probe into her mysterious death.

24 May 2026
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IMD issues yellow alert as Delhi records 28.4°C, heatwave possible

Delhi experienced a minimum temperature of 28.4°C on May 24, 2026, two notches above the seasonal average, with a 'yellow' alert issued for heatwave conditions and strong winds.

24 May 2026
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IMD issues orange alert as Delhi faces 44C heat wave

Delhi's scorching heatwave, with temperatures peaking at 44°C, may ease after May 29, as IMD forecasts a significant drop to 27°C and potential isolated rainfall.

24 May 2026
Andhra Pradesh

Extreme heat wave conditions likely in parts of India: IMD

The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has predicted that heat wave conditions will continue to prevail in Central India till the end of May.

24 May 2026
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IMD warns Bengaluru of heavy rain through May 25

Bengaluru is under a yellow alert for intense rainfall and thunderstorms until May 25, with pre-monsoon showers impacting daily life across Karnataka.

24 May 2026
World Health Organization

Ebola outbreak: India issues travel advisory for these African countries

The Indian government has advised its citizens against non-essential travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. The advisory comes as an Ebola outbreak ravages these countries.

24 May 2026
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Samarth Singh surrenders, says Twisha Sharma changed after pregnancy

Samarth Singh alleged his wife Twisha Sharma's behaviour shifted post-pregnancy, contrasting claims that his paternity questions caused her distress before her tragic death.

24 May 2026
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India's heatwave keeps nights above 30 Celsius in 35+ cities

Large parts of India are enduring unusually hot nights, with minimum temperatures staying above 30°C due to prolonged extreme daytime heat and atmospheric moisture.

24 May 2026
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CBSE will fairly review 2026 photocopy scans for errors

CBSE addressed concerns over blurry Class 12 answer sheets, assuring students and parents of a fair review process to resolve technical issues without academic disadvantage.

24 May 2026
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Delhi Gymkhana Club ordered to vacate Safdarjung Road for defense

Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi called the Centre's directive to vacate the historic Delhi Gymkhana Club "truly tragic," citing its rich sporting heritage.

24 May 2026
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Local teams control Budogi fire in Tehri within 90 minutes

A massive forest fire near Budogi village in Uttarakhand’s Tehri district on May 23 affected 14 hectares, with swift action by forest teams preventing further damage.

24 May 2026
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UPSC to release provisional prelims answer key online after exams

For the first time, UPSC will release the provisional answer key immediately after the Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2026, enhancing transparency and candidate participation.

24 May 2026
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Four Delhi fires cause injuries, major blaze in Seelampur market

Four separate fire incidents across Delhi within hours left several injured and caused extensive damage to shops, homes, and property, officials confirmed.

24 May 2026
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Allahabad HC: Degree cannot block maintenance under Section 125

The Allahabad High Court ruled that a wife's education or past employment cannot disqualify her from claiming maintenance if she is currently unable to sustain herself.

24 May 2026
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Delhi records 42.7C as IMD warns 43C to 45C

Delhi recorded a scorching 42.7°C as IMD issued red alerts for Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra, warning of severe heatwave conditions gripping most of India.

24 May 2026
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Jhargram jhalmuri vendor threatened after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit

Security has been increased at a Jhargram jhalmuri stall after its owner, visited by PM Modi during the 2026 WB election campaign, reported receiving death threats.

24 May 2026
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Heat wave alert in Punjab until May 27, Bathinda 43.8°C

Bathinda recorded Punjab's highest temperature at 43.8°C as heatwave conditions intensified, but relief is expected soon with thunderstorms and gusty winds forecast after May 27.

24 May 2026
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Crews lower 350-tonne cutterhead at Ghansoli, complete TBM shield assembly

A 350-tonne Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) will excavate up to 70.56 meters daily, creating a 21-km underground tunnel for India’s Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail project by 2027.

24 May 2026
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Delhi approves ₹860Cr Najafgarh drain plants to curb Yamuna pollution

The Delhi government has sanctioned a Rs 860-crore project to establish 12 decentralised sewage treatment plants (DSTPs) to clean the Najafgarh drain, a major Yamuna polluter.

24 May 2026
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Kerala cancels ₹64,000cr SilverLine, cites environmental risks and financial impracticality

Kerala scrapped the ₹64,000 crore SilverLine rail project citing environmental concerns, financial unviability, and public outrage over land acquisition and displacement issues.

24 May 2026
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Seven children test positive for hepatitis A in Shimla hospital

Shimla's Deendyal Upadhyay Zonal Hospital reported a rise in pediatric hepatitis A cases, with seven of 11 hospitalized children testing positive in May 2026.

24 May 2026
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Telangana ACB arrests Marri Vamsi Mohan over 100cr assets

Telangana's ACB arrested deputy collector Marri Vamsi Mohan for amassing disproportionate assets worth over ₹100 crore through alleged corrupt practices.

24 May 2026
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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inspects anti-pollution gadgets and affirms year-round campaign

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inspected innovative anti-pollution technologies, including filter-free purifiers and EV-mounted systems, aiming for year-round air quality improvement.

24 May 2026
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Government plans 65km Delhi-Dehradun Expressway link to Noida, Faridabad

The Centre is planning a ₹7,500 crore, 65-km expressway to connect the Delhi-Dehradun expressway with Noida and Faridabad, aiming to ease congestion and improve freight movement.

24 May 2026
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Pune airport begins Ebola screening after central Africa outbreak

Screening of international passengers for Ebola started at Pune International Airport on May 22, as Maharashtra intensifies surveillance amid a fresh outbreak in central Africa.

24 May 2026
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NHAI plans 130-km Pune Mumbai expressway to enable 90-minute commute

NHAI has initiated the ₹15,000-crore Pune-Mumbai Expressway project, aiming to reduce travel time to 90 minutes and ease congestion on the existing corridor.

24 May 2026
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Kapurthala jail brawl injures 3 as police use tear gas

Three inmates were injured as police used teargas and cane charge to control a late-night clash among prisoners in Kapurthala jail, officials confirmed on Sunday.

24 May 2026
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi says tour agreements create youth jobs

PM Modi emphasized that agreements from his recent five-nation tour will boost India's youth employment in emerging sectors like clean energy and technology.

24 May 2026
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Fuel rises ₹5 per liter, states urged to cut VAT

States face pressure to reduce VAT as oil companies struggle with losses despite pump price hikes, while high state taxes keep fuel prices elevated in several regions.

24 May 2026
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Suvendu Adhikari announces July Ayushman Bharat rollout in West Bengal

Six crore beneficiaries of West Bengal's "Swasthya Sathi" scheme will transition to the central "Ayushman Bharat" program starting July, announced CM Suvendu Adhikari.

24 May 2026
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Study: India summer heat waves could rise 300-400% this century

India faces a 300-400% rise in heatwave frequency by century-end, risking widespread health issues and $194 billion in annual income losses due to reduced labour capacity.

24 May 2026
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Ten cows die in Mathura after allegedly eating terhavi leftovers

Ten cows died and 20 others fell ill due to acidosis after consuming leftover food from a post-death ceremony in Mathura's Bhaisa village, officials confirmed.

23 May 2026
Delhi

Delhi Gymkhana Club to be evicted over government land-use dispute

The Delhi Gymkhana Club, one of India's most exclusive clubs, has been ordered to vacate its premises by June 5.

23 May 2026
Jabalpur

Twisha Sharma case: Husband remanded to 7-day police custody

Samarth Singh, the husband of model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma, was remanded to seven days of police custody by a Bhopal court on Saturday.

23 May 2026
Donald Trump

US Secretary of State invites PM Modi to White House

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is on a four-day visit to India, started his trip in Kolkata, where he visited the headquarters of Saint Teresa's Missionaries of Charity before heading to Delhi.

23 May 2026
Telangana

Telangana heatwave deaths: Government announces ₹4 lakh ex gratia

Telangana is reeling under severe heatwave conditions, which have claimed the lives of 16 people across seven districts.

23 May 2026
Bhopal

Twisha Sharma's family slams mother-in-law's 'depraved mindset'

A viral audio clip has surfaced in the investigation of model and actress Twisha Sharma's death in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

23 May 2026
Kolkata

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio wraps up Kolkata visit

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has wrapped up the Kolkata leg of his first-ever visit to India.

23 May 2026
India

India successfully test-fires Agni-1 ballistic missile

India has successfully test-fired its short-range ballistic missile, the Agni-1. The launch was conducted from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha.

23 May 2026
Indian Army

Army Cheetah helicopter crashes in Ladakh, no major injuries reported

A Cheetah helicopter of the Indian Army crashed near Tangtse in Ladakh on Wednesday, with all three occupants escaping with minor injuries.

23 May 2026
Karnataka High Court

Supreme Court questions reservation for children of well-off parents

The Supreme Court has questioned the continued reservation benefits for children of economically and educationally advanced families within backward classes.

23 May 2026
Madhya Pradesh

'He wasn't hiding': Lawyer of Twisha Sharma's husband

Samarth Singh, the husband of the deceased Twisha Sharma, was arrested in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.

23 May 2026
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

Cockroach Janta Party founder's Instagram account hacked

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has alleged that his personal Instagram account was hacked. The party's backup Instagram account was also briefly taken down before being restored hours later.

23 May 2026
Delhi

Delhi-NCR residents get respite from heatwave, light rain recorded

Residents of Delhi and its neighboring areas were greeted with light rain on Saturday morning, providing much-needed respite from the intense heat that has been gripping the National Capital Region (NCR) for weeks.

23 May 2026
China

US Secretary of State's visit to India: What's the agenda

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio is on a four-day visit to India. The trip comes at a time when both Washington and New Delhi are trying to recalibrate their strategic priorities amid shifting global alignments.

23 May 2026
Delhi

Petrol, diesel prices hiked for third time this month

Petrol prices have increased by 87 paise, and diesel prices have risen by 91 paise in Delhi, marking the third hike in just 10 days. As of Saturday, the price of petrol is now Rs 99.51 per liter, while diesel costs Rs 92.49 per liter.

22 May 2026
Bhopal

Absconding Twisha Sharma's husband, Samarth Singh, arrested after 10 days 

Samarth Singh, the husband of Twisha Sharma, who was found hanging at their Bhopal home on May 12, has been arrested.

22 May 2026
Karnataka High Court

'Why should children of IAS parents get reservation?': SC

The Supreme Court has questioned the need for reservation benefits for children of families who have already achieved educational and economic advancement.

22 May 2026
Mamata Banerjee

Jhalmuri vendor receiving death threats from Pakistan after PM's visit

Bikram Sau, a jhalmuri vendor from Jhargram, West Bengal, has claimed that he has been receiving death threats from international numbers after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited his stall during an election campaign on April 19.

22 May 2026
Sharjeel Imam

Supreme Court larger bench to reconsider Umar Khalid's bail denial

The Supreme Court has agreed to reconsider its earlier order denying bail to Umar Khalid in the Delhi riots conspiracy case.

22 May 2026
Jammu And Kashmir

NIA discloses Pahalgam attackers' full timeline 

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a 1,597-page chargesheet detailing the April 2025 Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir.

22 May 2026
Calcutta High Court

Centre agrees to bring back some deported individuals from Bangladesh

The Union government has agreed to bring back certain individuals who were deported to Bangladesh to determine their citizenship status, Solicitor General of India Tushar Mehta told the Supreme Court on Friday.

22 May 2026
Madhya Pradesh High Court

Court clears Twisha Sharma's 2nd autopsy by AIIMS Delhi team 

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has permitted a second autopsy of Twisha Sharma's body, a decision welcomed by her family, who have long contended that her death was not a mere suicide.

22 May 2026
India

How to fix errors on your PAN card easily

Managing multiple Permanent Account Numbers (PAN) cards can be tricky, especially when it comes to correcting errors.

22 May 2026
Indu Malhotra

SC lifts ban on academics who wrote NCERT's judiciary chapter 

The Supreme Court has lifted the ban on three academics who wrote a controversial National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Class 8 chapter on "corruption in the judiciary."

22 May 2026
Dharmendra Pradhan

Government mulls single entrance exam for engineering, medical courses

The central government is mulling over a proposal to introduce a single entrance examination for engineering and medical courses.

22 May 2026
Padma Shri

Meet Suneeta Godbole: Padma Shri awardee who champions tribal healthcare

President Droupadi Murmu will present the Padma Awards for 2026 on May 25 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

22 May 2026
Padma Shri

Padma Shri Tiruttani Swaminathan, 'odhuvar' who preserved ancient Tevaram hymns

Shri Tiruttani Swaminathan, eminent artist and head of the Thevara Padasalai of Dharumapuram Aadheenam, has been conferred the Padma Shri in recognition of his exceptional contribution to Tamil Pann Isai and the sacred tradition of Thirumurai hymns.

22 May 2026
Karnataka

Meet Padma Bhushan awardee Shatavadhani Dr. R Ganesh

Renowned scholar and polyglot from Karnataka, Shatavadhani Dr. R Ganesh, has been conferred with the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian award, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to art and India's cultural heritage.

22 May 2026
Chhattisgarh

Meet 'Doctor Bhaiya' Ramchandra Godbole, Padma Shri Recipient From Chhattisgarh

Dr. Ramchandra Godbole has been honored with the Padma Shri for his relentless healthcare service to tribal communities in Chhattisgarh.

22 May 2026
Border Security Force (BSF)

From Veerappan hunt to Padma Shri: K Vijay Kumar's story

Former Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Director General K Vijay Kumar is set to be conferred the Padma Shri award on May 25.

22 May 2026
Delhi High Court

Umar Khalid gets 3-day interim bail for mother's surgery

The Delhi High Court has granted three days of interim bail to activist Umar Khalid, who is currently incarcerated in Tihar Jail. The court's decision comes in light of his mother's upcoming surgery.

22 May 2026
Droupadi Murmu

Who is Janardan Bothe? Social worker honored with Padma Shri

President Droupadi Murmu will confer the prestigious Padma Shri award on veteran social worker and educationist Janardan Bapurao Bothe.

22 May 2026
Droupadi Murmu

5,000-year-old martial art practitioner K Pajanivel among 2026's Padma awardees 

K Pajanivel, a 53-year-old practitioner of the ancient Tamil martial art Silambam, will be awarded the Padma Shri on May 25.

22 May 2026
Chief Justice of India

'National security concerns': Why government blocked 'Cockroach Janta Party' handle 

The X handle of the "Cockroach Janta Party," a satirical account launched after Chief Justice of India Surya Kant's remarks about those who "attack the system," has been withheld on the orders of the central government.

22 May 2026
Dubai

Man installs CCTVs tracking Army movement, sends Pakistani handlers footage 

The Punjab Police have arrested a man from Pathankot district for allegedly installing CCTV cameras along National Highway-44 to monitor the movement of Army and paramilitary forces and sharing this information with handlers based in Pakistan and other anti-national elements abroad.

22 May 2026
Delhi

Delhi reels under severe heatwave; IMD issues orange alert

Delhi has been reeling under a severe heatwave, with temperatures likely to touch 46 degrees Celsius.

22 May 2026
Narendra Modi

Modi holds 4-hour meet with ministers on energy, 'Viksit Bharat'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a four-and-a-half-hour meeting with his council of ministers on Thursday evening.

'Only certain questions...': NTA denies NEET-UG 2026 paper leak

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has denied a full-fledged paper leak in the NEET-UG 2026 exam. The agency told the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education that "only certain questions came out," according to India Today.

21 May 2026
Karnataka

Who is Anke Gowda? Story of the Padma Shri awardee

Anke Gowda is a retired sugar factory worker from Karnataka who has spent over five decades amassing an incredible collection of two million books.

21 May 2026
Air India

Air India flight suffers tailstrike at Bengaluru airport while landing 

An Air India flight from Delhi to Bengaluru, AI2651, suffered a tailstrike while landing at Kempegowda International Airport on Thursday.

21 May 2026
West Bengal

Bengal bars government employees from media interaction without prior permission 

The West Bengal government has issued a new circular barring its employees and officers from talking to the media without prior permission.

21 May 2026
Jammu And Kashmir

Pulwama attack mastermind Hamza Burhan shot dead in PoK 

Hamza Burhan, a key figure of the Pakistan-backed terror outfit Al-Badr and an Over Ground Worker (OGW) during the Pulwama terror attack, has been killed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

21 May 2026
Uttar Pradesh

India's power demand hits record high for 3rd day

India's peak power demand hit a record high for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, reaching 265.4 gigawatts (GW) at 3:45pm.

21 May 2026
Delhi

NIA arrests Kolkata resident for spying for Pakistan

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a Kolkata-based man, Zafar Riaz alias Rizvi, for allegedly spying for Pakistani intelligence officers.

21 May 2026
Kerala

Devaki Amma G: Kerala's 'forest mother' honored with Padma Shri 

Kollakkayil Devaki Amma G, a 92-year-old environmentalist from Kerala, has been honored with the Padma Shri award for her remarkable work in afforestation and biodiversity conservation.

21 May 2026
Droupadi Murmu

Meet Tripti Mukherjee, Kantha stitch artist honored with Padma Shri

Tripti Mukherjee, a resident of Suri, Birbhum district in West Bengal, will be awarded the Padma Shri for her work in reviving and promoting Kantha embroidery.

21 May 2026
Droupadi Murmu

Meet Vempaty Kutumba Sastry, Sanskrit scholar awarded Padma Shri 2026

President Droupadi Murmu will present the Padma Awards for 2026 on May 25.