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Delhi's minimum temperature 23.8C, 1.5C above October normal, AQI 178
Delhi experienced a warm start to the week with a minimum temperature of 23.8°C, while air quality remained moderate; rain is forecasted from Tuesday due to a western disturbance.
India's reservoirs at 71.84% capacity down from 90.31% last year
India's reservoir water storage is at 71.84% of capacity, below last year's levels and the normal for October 1, with southern states particularly affected at just 49.15%.
Kalamassery woman promised spa manager job allegedly drugged and gang-raped
A woman in Kerala was allegedly drugged and gang-raped on October 2 after being lured with a false promise of a spa manager job. Two suspects have been arrested.
Sharjeel Imam granted interim Delhi court bail for cousin's wedding
Sharjeel Imam, accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, reached his village in Bihar on interim bail to attend his cousin's wedding from October 4 to October 10.
Madhu Sharma killed by intruder asking for ₹100 in Gurugram
A 75-year-old woman in Gurugram's Sector-7 was murdered during a failed theft attempt, with the suspect caught hiding in a neighboring house shortly after.
Dr. Komati Srijana found dead in a Hyderabad hotel
A 27-year-old postgraduate medical student, Dr. Komati Srijana, was found dead in a Hyderabad hotel room under suspicious circumstances after coming to return a gold chain.
Supreme Court hears petitions against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
The Supreme Court will hear pleas challenging Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's authority, marking the first time a suspension of a CEC is sought in independent India.
Karnataka drought causes estimated ₹46,000cr crop losses, state seeks ₹7,142.64cr
Nearly 90% of Karnataka's talukas are affected by drought, with crop losses estimated at ₹46,000 crore, prompting the state to seek substantial relief from the Centre.
Amritsar ASI Sukhchain Singh shot and injured by 3 men
An assistant sub-inspector of Punjab Police, Sukhchain Singh, was shot and injured by motorcycle-borne assailants in Amritsar while returning home on Sunday evening.
Surat influencer arrested after Gandhi ₹500 reel, faces Section 67
A 47-year-old influencer, Simran Patel, was arrested in Surat for posting a controversial Instagram reel featuring Mahatma Gandhi's image on a currency note in an offensive manner.
Gomti overflows inundate Lucknow's Faizullaganj, 40,000 homes submerged, 300,000 affected
The Gomti River's rapid rise has inundated 40,000 homes in Faizullaganj, Lucknow, leaving nearly three lakh people affected and struggling for essential supplies.
IMD issues yellow alert for hot humid conditions near Mumbai
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and surrounding areas, warning of hot and humid conditions on Monday, October 5.
India to seal multibillion-dollar Rafale deal with France by 2027
India plans to finalize a $30-35 billion deal with France for 114 Rafale jets by March, addressing its urgent need to replace aging aircraft.
Online mockery of Dr. Shivali Banerjee backfires, highlights IIT Bombay
An attempt by an American man to criticize an IIT-educated professor at Montana State University backfired, leading to widespread praise for her academic achievements.
Woman halts detainee bus by seizing keys at Jantar Mantar
A woman protester at Delhi's Jantar Mantar snatched the keys of a police bus carrying detained protesters, halting its movement and sparking viral social media discussions.
Sikkim hikes DA to 262% and 60% from Jan 1
The Sikkim government has increased the Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief rates, effective January 1, benefiting around 50,000 state employees and pensioners.
Meena Devi, Lallan Sharma allegedly killed husband near Manduwala
A 38-year-old man was killed by his wife and her lover in Dehradun after discovering their affair; his body was found in a forested area.
Delhi protests demand Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar step down
A protest in Delhi demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar turned violent, resulting in 110 detentions and injuries to 15 police officers.
'Strikes at heart of Constitution': SC judge on voter deletions
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan of the Supreme Court has expressed concern over the potential disenfranchisement of millions of Indian citizens.
Health officials link Lucknow dengue surge to rains and waterlogging
Dengue cases in Lucknow surged with 87 new infections reported between September 29 and October 3, exacerbated by recent rainfall creating favorable mosquito breeding conditions.
Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust rolls out digital 'kundli'
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust introduces digital employee records and facial recognition attendance to enhance accountability and security in temple management.
Pradeep arrested for allegedly killing wife Sonia in JJ Colony
A 36-year-old biryani seller was arrested for allegedly stabbing his wife to death at his stall in JJ Colony, southwest Delhi, following a heated argument.
IIT Delhi PhD scholar dies after Munirka village suicide attempt
An IIT Delhi PhD student died at AIIMS Trauma Centre, 46 days after a suicide attempt, marking the third such death at the institute this year.
Delhi records 184,772 new voter applications in special intensive revision
Between August 31 and October 3, the Election Commission received 184,772 applications for inclusion in Delhi's electoral rolls, with the deadline set for October 30.
Delhi's AQI hits 187, worst in almost 3 months
Delhi's air quality index reached 187, the highest in 83 days, with 16 monitoring stations reporting 'poor' air quality as temperatures remained above normal.
Bus carrying about 45 crashes near Nehru College, 15 injured
A head-on collision between a bus and a dumper near Nehru College on the Hansi–Barwala road injured at least 15 passengers, with five in critical condition.
Saran officer suspended after alleged pistol threat during flood relief
A police constable in Bihar was suspended after a viral video allegedly showed him threatening flood victims with a pistol during relief distribution, sparking public outrage.
Bihar police seek Sujeet Paswan after alleged Asha Devi killing
Asha Devi, 22, was allegedly beaten to death by her husband Sujeet Paswan in Bihar's Vaishali district, leaving her five-year-old daughter alone at the scene.
Delhi hits worst air quality in 82 days, AQI 187
Delhi experiences its most polluted start to October since 2020, with air quality deteriorating for the fifth consecutive day, recording an AQI of 187 in the "moderate" category.
Captive-bred Great Indian Bustards released in Desert National Park
Two captive-bred Great Indian Bustards were released into the wild in Jaisalmer, marking a significant step in India's efforts to revive this critically endangered species.
India's state fuel firms keep prices while Nayara Energy hikes
Fuel prices in major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru remain steady despite geopolitical disruptions impacting global crude oil markets.
Bangiyo Hindu Jagaran Manch clashes with students at SRFTI Kolkata
Protesters from the Bangiyo Hindu Jagaran Manch clashed with students at Kolkata's SRFTI, calling them "Naxalites" and allegedly throwing bricks and bottles during a protest march.
Delhi protests continue, demand the removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Nearly 500 protesters were detained in Delhi on the third day of demonstrations against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Justice Ujjal Bhuyan criticized processes disenfranchising millions.
India plans 1st offshore wind prototype with 6.25MW turbine 77cr
India is planning its first offshore wind farm prototype off Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, featuring a 6.25-MW turbine to advance the country's renewable energy capabilities.
Airlines cut flights 5% as major route fares jump 51%-68%
Domestic airfares have surged up to 68% year-on-year as airlines reduce flight frequencies by 5%, driven by higher fuel costs and constrained departure options.
Rohinton Fali Nariman: EC removed 9 million West Bengal voters
Former SC judge Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman warns that illegal voter removals threaten democracy, highlighting flaws in the election commissioners' appointment process.
Ramesh Mhatre surrenders in Thane hospital doctors assault case
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre and three others surrendered before the Thane trial court after the Supreme Court cancelled their bail in a doctor assault case.
Families near Prime Minister's residence told to vacate for defense
Over 700 families in JJ cluster bastis near the Prime Minister’s residence face eviction and relocation, as authorities plan to use the land for defence infrastructure.
Bihar suspends 7 Water Resources Department engineers for alleged negligence
The Gandak River's water level is receding in Bihar, prompting the suspension of seven engineers for negligence in flood management as the state addresses recent flood impacts.
Russia has stood by India when needed most: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has reiterated India's close ties with Russia, even as Western nations criticize the relationship.
Former sarpanch shot dead by unidentified motorcyclists in Ludhiana
Navjeet Singh Neetu, a former sarpanch of village Mannewal, was shot dead by unidentified motorcyclists near Ladhowal Bypass in Ludhiana on Saturday evening.
Kerala minister orders probe against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has ordered a Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) inquiry against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Delhi readies for anti-EC protests: massive security apparatus in place
The Delhi Police has readied a massive security apparatus for two protest marches planned against the Election Commission(EC) on Sunday.
Journalist accuses Delhi cop of groping, pushing at Jantar Mantar
An independent journalist has accused a senior Delhi Police officer of groping and pushing her during a protest at Jantar Mantar.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall in Kerala, Tamil Nadu
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in Kerala and Tamil Nadu on Sunday, October 4.
Long weekend brings traffic snarls on Himachal, Uttarakhand routes
The three-day Gandhi Jayanti weekend has brought an influx of tourists and pilgrims to Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
Gurugram man jumps off Noida high-rise after monetary issue
A 29-year-old man from Gurugram died by suicide on Saturday morning after jumping off the 41st floor of a high-rise society in Noida.
IIT-Bombay student suicide case: Professor denies caste harassment allegations
The Mumbai Crime Branch has questioned Professor Suryanarayana Doolla of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay in connection with the suicide of BTech student Sahil Wakode.
Delhi Police file cases over protest at Jantar Mantar: Report
The Delhi Police have filed three cases in connection with the protests at Jantar Mantar on Friday, Hindustan Times reported exclusively.
Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms in parts of India on Saturday: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted isolated heavy rainfall over Arunachal Pradesh on Saturday, October 3.
'Jantar Mantar protest on Oct 10...': CJP leader's big statement
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced a protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on October 10, if Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar doesn't resign.
SC cancels 'One Nation, One Election' meeting with parliamentary panel
The Supreme Court administration on Thursday canceled a proposed meeting with the Joint Committee examining the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, 2024, on simultaneous elections, known as 'One Nation, One Election,' on October 6.
Pilots' body urges Modi to give flydubai captain bravery award
The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recommending an appropriate National Bravery Award/national civilian recognition for flydubai pilot, Captain Smit Machchhar, for saving the lives of 174 passengers.
India maps 28 landmarks in Ladakh with official names
The Union Home Ministry has officially recognized 28 places and geographical features in Ladakh, including areas under Chinese occupation. The move aims to standardize these locations on India's official map and covers peaks, mountains, passes, glaciers, valleys, rivers, lakes and other landforms.
BSF neutralizes 2 Pakistani intruders in Punjab's Tarn Taran
The Border Security Force (BSF) has neutralized two Pakistani intruders in Punjab's Tarn Taran district.
Gujarat becomes 2nd state to adopt UCC
Gujarat has become the second Indian state to get approval to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) after President Droupadi Murmu approved the legislation.
Over 500 detained in Delhi protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Over 500 people, including leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and student activists, were detained in a protest at Jantar Mantar on Friday.
In call, flydubai captain tells Modi what gave him courage
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke to Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot who narrowly averted a major mid-air disaster on a flydubai flight after he was stabbed by the co-pilot, who allegedly tried to crash the plane.
7 killed, 19 injured after truck-tempo collide in Maharashtra's Amravati
Seven devotees were killed and 19 others were injured after a truck collided with their tempo pickup on Maharashtra's Samruddhi Highway in Amravati district on Thursday.
'Fake like...CEC holding fair elections': CJP on Dipke detention reports
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has dismissed reports claiming its founder, Abhijeet Dipke, was detained by the Mumbai police at Marine Drive.
Anti-CEC protests: 11 Delhi metros shut, Section 163 imposed
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has suspended entry and exit at 11 metro stations till further notice in the wake of heightened security measures ahead of planned protests at Jantar Mantar by several groups, including the All India Students' Association (AISA) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
No permission for anti-ECI protests at Jantar Mantar: Delhi Police
The Delhi Police said it has not given permission for any protests against the Election Commission (EC) at Jantar Mantar this week.
flydubai Captain Machchhar to be awarded 'Visisht Gujarat Garima Award'
The Gujarat government on Thursday announced that it will honor Captain Smit Machchhar with the "Visisht Gujarat Garima Award."
Candidates paid lakhs for favorable KPSC exam selections, ED finds
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has unearthed a massive bribery scam involving the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC).
2008 Ahmedabad blasts convict gets stay on execution from SC
The Supreme Court has stayed the execution of Ahmed Bawa, alias Abbu Abubakar Barelvi, a convict in the 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts case.
Odisha CEO, who oversaw SIR, applies for voluntary retirement
R Santhana Gopalan, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Odisha, who oversaw the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll in the state, has applied for voluntary retirement, with around 18 months of service left.
'Prevented 9/11-style attack': Modi praises flydubai Indian pilot
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised Captain Smit Machchhar, the pilot of the Dubai-Tel Aviv flydubai flight, who fought off his co-pilot, allegedly trying to crash the plane.
Monsoon ends with 13% deficit; drought declared in 5 states
India has recorded its lowest monsoon rainfall in over a decade, with precipitation 12.6% below average for the June-September season.
Applying for an Indian birth certificate? This is your checklist
A birth certificate is an important legal document issued under the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969.
Modi speaks with Trump on trade, defense, energy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Donald Trump held a telephonic conversation on Wednesday.
Modi government clears green energy corridor project worth ₹1.86L crore
The Union Cabinet has approved a massive ₹1.86 lakh crore scheme to strengthen power networks and facilitate renewable energy transmission in India.
Blue drum case: Court convicts wife, lover for husband's murder
A Meerut court has found Muskan Rastogi and her lover Sahil Shukla guilty of murdering her husband Saurabh Rajput, a Merchant Navy officer.
Hoping for resurrection, Mumbai man's body kept frozen for 4yrs
The body of an 80-year-old man who died in 2022 was found preserved at a medical clinic in Malad, Mumbai, while his family explored the possibility of sending him to the US to be preserved indefinitely.
Bihar woman raped at knifepoint in hotel
A woman associated with a self-help group was allegedly raped in Begusarai, Bihar on September 27.
'Might as well disband them': SC raps UP Police
The Supreme Court has slammed the Uttar Pradesh Police for their handling of a criminal investigation, orally observing that it might as well disband the state police and let the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) take over all the cases.
Delhi HC denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam again
The Delhi High Court has denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the Delhi riots conspiracy case.
CISF personnel opens fire at colleagues following argument, killing 4
Four Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel were killed after their colleague opened fire at them at a camp at the SEWA-2 Hydroelectric Project in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district on Tuesday evening.
Key suspect in Pahalgam terror attack killed in J&K
A key suspect in the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Mohammad Asif alias Hashim Moosa, was killed in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district.
How to check if your divorce papers are valid
Verifying divorce papers in India is an important step to ensure that all legal matters are settled.
India seeks alternate route via China amid Pakistan airspace ban
India is reportedly in talks with China to allow Indian airlines to use airspace over Xinjiang as an alternative route.
Why Maharashtra villagers erected banner declaring their village 'for sale'
Residents of Tulshi village in Maharashtra's Solapur district have launched a unique protest against their ongoing water crisis.
Assam Rifles soldier killed, 4 injured in ambush in Arunachal
An Assam Rifles havildar was killed in an ambush near the India-Myanmar border in Arunachal Pradesh's Changlang district on Tuesday.
Maharashtra Lokayukta members to get ₹1.32cr luxury cars amid drought
The Maharashtra government's General Administration Department (GAD) has approved ₹1.32 crore for the purchase of luxury vehicles for four members of the Lokayukta office, according to a report by NDTV.
Flash flood hits Bihar, UP; water breaches Gandak embankment
Heavy rainfall in Nepal's Gandak River basin has caused a flash flood, putting several districts in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on high alert.
SC sets aside Sambhal violence accused's NSA detention
The Supreme Court has quashed the preventive detention of Mulla Afroz, an accused in the 2024 Sambhal violence case.
SC to hear plea against CEC Gyanesh Kumar next week
The Supreme Court has agreed to early listing of a plea challenging the manner in which the Election Commission of India (ECI) is functioning.
Dry weather, rise in temperature expected in Delhi on Tuesday
Delhi is expected to witness a rise in temperature and dry weather on Tuesday after a rainy and cool Monday.
Ujjain unrest: Mosque demolition AI videos mobilized crowd, say cops
The recent clashes in Ujjain were incited by artificial intelligence-generated videos that falsely depicted the Shahi Masjid being demolished, officials said on Monday night.
How to apply for a learner's driver's license (without mistakes)
Applying for a learner's driver's license can be a daunting task, but knowing the common mistakes can make the process a lot easier.
SC suggests linking unpaid traffic challans to electricity bills
The Supreme Court of India has proposed a novel way to recover unpaid traffic challans.
Construction ban, work-from-home: Delhi announces measures to combat winter pollution
The Delhi government has announced a slew of measures to combat air pollution during the winter months.
IIT-B suicide: Friend says Wakode had allegedly been caught cheating
The Crime Branch is investigating the suicide of Sahil Wakode, a student at IIT Bombay.
Himachal's Kinnaur records season's 1st snowfall, North India cools down
North India is witnessing a sudden drop in temperatures after recent rainfall and snowfall. Kinnaur in Himachal Pradesh recorded its first snowfall of the season on Saturday, with more expected in higher reaches.
6 killed after under-construction building collapses in Ambala
The death toll in the Ambala building collapse has risen to six after rescue teams recovered two more bodies from the debris on Monday.
LPU protests: Students loot mall, videos show
Videos from Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab's Phagwara have surfaced, allegedly showing students looting shops in the university's Uni Mall.
'Painful parallels to Nirbhaya incident': SC on recent Delhi-NCR rapes
The Supreme Court on Monday took suo motu cognizance of recent rape incidents in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR).
'Cockroaches of Assam are just getting started!': CJP dares Himanta
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leader Ashutosh Ranka has dared Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after he was released from detention.
Clashes, stone-pelting in Ujjain over portion of Shahi mosque demolition
Police used tear gas shells to disperse a crowd in Ujjain after stone pelting occurred when the crowd clashed with them at the spot where a portion of Shahi Masjid is planned to be demolished.
India to attend Pakistan-hosted SCO meet, amid tensions
India will participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) national coordinators' meeting hosted by Pakistan from September 28-30, official sources confirmed, as per The Times of India.
5 things to know before applying for a PAN card
Applying for a Permanent Account Number (PAN) card in India can be a tedious task, but with the right strategies, you can make the process smoother.
Our video saying girl wasn't raped was 'scripted': LPU students
Students of Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab have alleged that a video released by the university to counter claims of a girl being raped on campus was scripted.
LPU suspends classes for 10 days amid violent protests
Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab's Phagwara has suspended regular classes for 10 days starting September 28.
'Mann Ki Baat': Modi urges participation in ongoing Census
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to participate in the ongoing Census, which is nearing completion across all states and union territories.
FSSAI seeks to ban 'paneer' label for non-dairy products
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed new rules to stop the sale or marketing of non-dairy analog products as "Paneer."
Assam: Woman found dead at homestay, family alleges gang-rape, murder
A 22-year-old woman's family has alleged that she was gang-raped and murdered at a homestay in Garal, on the outskirts of Guwahati, NDTV reported.
'Himanta can arrest us all': CJP demands Ashutosh Ranka's release
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has threatened to travel to Assam with other party members if co-convener Ashutosh Ranka and other detained workers are not released.
India's 1st LNG-powered train flagged off in Gujarat
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has flagged off India's first Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)-powered train from Ahmedabad's Sabarmati Railway Station.
17 judges have recused themselves from hearing IFS officer's cases
Seventeen judicial officers, including two Supreme Court judges, four Uttarakhand High Court judges, nine Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) judges, and two district judiciary judges, have recused themselves from cases involving Uttarakhand-cadre Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Sanjiv Chaturvedi.