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Vande Bharat Express Jammu-Srinagar ₹730 fares draw over 5,000 riders
The Vande Bharat Express has seen a ridership surge, offering affordability and reduced travel time, prompting a shift from air and road transport on the Jammu-Srinagar corridor.
IMD warns Delhi of thunderstorms, lightning and flash floods, 30-32°C
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in Delhi, placing the national capital at risk of flash floods over the next 24 hours.
Delhi Police bust NEET 2026 scam, 18 students rescued
Delhi Police dismantled a fraud network promising fake MBBS admissions, rescuing 18 NEET aspirants, including minors, and arresting four suspects involved in the elaborate scam.
Ukhrul gunfight between Tangkhul Naga and Kuki injures 7
At least seven people were injured as armed clashes erupted between Tangkhul Naga and Kuki groups in Ukhrul’s Ringui village, intensifying ethnic tensions in the region.
Road crashes in Jharkhand kill 7 including 3 minors
Seven people, including three minors, lost their lives in four separate road accidents across Jharkhand within 24 hours, with multiple others sustaining injuries, police reported.
MBOSE releases 2026 Class 12 results check mbose.in now
The Meghalaya Board has announced the Class 12 results, with Vocational stream leading at 95.23% pass percentage, followed by Arts, Commerce, and Science streams.
NEET UG 2026 concludes with over 2.2 million candidates
The NEET UG 2026 results are expected to be announced by mid-June, likely around June 13, as per trends from previous years.
NEET UG 2026 saw almost 97% turnout with biology easier
NEET UG 2026 recorded a 96.92% turnout with an easier paper, prompting educators to predict a slight rise in cut-off marks across all categories compared to previous years.
DDU Marg closed today 2pm to 10pm for assembly results
Delhi Traffic Police announced temporary road closures today from 2 PM to 10 PM due to assembly election results, urging commuters to avoid DDU Marg and surrounding areas.
Andhra Pradesh High Court rules no consent for child passports
The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that single mothers can obtain passports for their minor children without the father’s consent or divorce documents.
Central and Western Railway add AC locals, Mumbai commuters delayed
Mumbai’s expanded AC local train network offers respite from heat but faces chronic delays, overcrowding, and service substitutions, disrupting the city’s suburban rail rhythm.
Tensions outside Asansol counting as BJP-led NDA reaches 183 seats
A scuffle erupted near Asansol Engineering College during vote counting, leading to vandalism of chairs and vehicles amidst BJP's significant lead in early trends.
Allahabad HC: No permit for cow transport in UP, 1.8L
The Allahabad High Court ruled that no permit is required for transporting cows within Uttar Pradesh, ordering the state to pay Rs 2 lakh for wrongful vehicle confiscation.
Tamil Nadu enters Agni Natchathiram, highs could hit 43°C
Tamil Nadu enters its fiercest heat phase as "Agni Natchathiram" begins, bringing relentless solar radiation and temperatures soaring up to 43°C until May 28.
Rekha Gupta says pay half fine to contest Delhi challan
Delhi's new traffic rules require violators to deposit 50% of the fine before contesting it in court. Non-payment will lead to restrictions on vehicle-related services.
NEET 2026 answer key expected 1st week of June
The National Testing Agency is set to release the NEET 2026 Answer Key soon, enabling candidates to estimate their scores.
Ashoknagar tribal family carried daughter's body after hospital refused transport
In a shocking incident, a bereaved family in Madhya Pradesh was forced to carry their deceased teen's body due to lack of official assistance.
Aamir killed in UP police encounter after Ambedkar Nagar murders
A man, accused of murdering four children and their mother in Ambedkar Nagar, was shot dead by police during an encounter on Monday.
Thane consultant loses 98L to Kolkata acquaintances' fake tender pitch
A Thane-based business consultant was allegedly defrauded of Rs 98 lakh by two acquaintances promising high returns from a government tender.
Surat NEET-UG 2026 student allegedly told remove tulsi kanthi mala
A Hindu girl was allegedly asked to remove her sacred necklace at a Surat exam centre during NEET-UG 2026, prompting an investigation by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Thunderstorm and strong winds diverted 29 flights at Delhi airport
Severe weather conditions at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport led to 29 overnight flight diversions and multiple missed approaches.
Counting delayed after Davanagere South EVM strongroom keys missing
The counting of votes for the Davanagere South and Bagalkot bypolls in Karnataka was delayed due to missing keys to the EVM strongroom.
Petrol and diesel unchanged Monday as Indian firms hold rates
Despite global crude oil market fluctuations, petrol and diesel prices in India remain unchanged today, with attention focused on recent assembly election results.
Lucknow's Ashok Bahar, 70, sits NEET-UG for late mother's dream
Ashok Bahar, a septuagenarian from Lucknow, appeared for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate)-2026 to fulfil his late mother's dream of him becoming a doctor.
Vikramshila Bridge in Bhagalpur partly collapses, cutting off key route
A section of the Vikramshila Bridge in Bihar's Bhagalpur collapsed into the Ganga River, leading to traffic suspension. No casualties have been reported from the incident.
IMD issues orange and yellow alerts across states May 3-9
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued 'Orange' and 'Yellow' alerts for several states, predicting heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds from May 3 to May 9.
Eight killed in Ambedkar Nagar after car runs over bystanders
Eight people were killed when a speeding car hit bystanders assisting injured motorcyclists in Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh.
Western disturbance brings heavy rain and cools Delhi-NCR to 19-21°C
After causing overnight storms and a drop in temperatures in Delhi-NCR, the weather system is now expected to bring rain and gusty winds to Kolkata.
West Bengal braces for storms on May 4 counting day
West Bengal faces potential disruptions on the crucial vote-counting day due to forecasted heavy rain and storms sweeping across the state.
Muktsar court grants Shamsher Singh bail in 50L extortion case
Shamsher Singh, father of fugitive gangster Satinderjit Singh alias Goldy Brar, has been granted bail by a Muktsar court in a ₹50-lakh extortion case.
India rolls out online gaming rules, names 3 game types
The new online gaming laws in India alter tax and legal exposure based on the type of game played, impacting online money games, e-sports, and social games differently.
Jewar's Noida International Airport inaugurated with 11,200cr investment, 11cr+ passengers
The recently inaugurated Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, is set to significantly boost the state's economy and job creation.
Punjab wheat mandis flooded, nearly half 120L tons unstored
Unseasonal rainfall and thunderstorms threaten the procured wheat crop in Punjab, causing concern for the state's food and civil supplies department.
India's Supreme Court allows teen abortion and affirms reproductive autonomy
The Supreme Court reaffirms reproductive autonomy as a fundamental right, urging for legislative changes to prioritize women's dignity and choice in abortion cases.
Vivek Vihar fire kills 9, including mother who saved family
Shikha Jain, a 45-year-old woman, tragically lost her life while saving her family members during a devastating fire in a residential building in East Delhi's Vivek Vihar.
Maharashtra bird flu cull near Gujarat prompts Tapi district inspections
Gujarat has initiated bird flu surveillance in Tapi district as neighboring Maharashtra culls 1.4 lakh chickens due to avian influenza outbreak.
IMD warns Delhi of light rain, 70km/h winds Monday
Delhi is expected to experience light rain and gusty winds on Monday and Tuesday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
MCD standing committee approves urban classification for 48 Delhi villages
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has approved a proposal to grant urban status to 48 villages, aiming for improved civic infrastructure and planned development.
Maharashtra to drop pending criminal cases of illegal foreign nationals
The Maharashtra government plans to withdraw criminal cases against over 3,500 jailed illegal foreign nationals to expedite their deportation.
Nasrapur toddler allegedly raped and murdered, Devendra Fadnavis vows action
Maharashtra's Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, has thanked the victim's father for withdrawing protests in the recent Nasrapur rape-murder case and assured swift justice.
Maharajganj police recover cash and jewelry, arrest 4 women
Police in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested four women involved in a marriage scam. The gang deceived men into fake marriages to extort money and valuables.
IMD forecasts above normal May rainfall across Himachal Pradesh
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts above-normal rainfall and fluctuating temperatures in Himachal Pradesh throughout May.
Delhi's Usmanpur 5-year-old dies as banned Chinese manjha wraps neck
A five-year-old boy tragically lost his life in Delhi after a banned 'Chinese manjha' kite string slit his throat while he was on a motorcycle.
Delhi Police busts trading app scam, 3 arrested
The Delhi Police has busted an investment fraud racket, arresting multiple people, including a bank official.
Delhi fire incident: PM Modi announces ex-gratia for deceased's families
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences over the tragic Delhi fire incident that claimed nine lives.
Telangana driver drags man on car bonnet after indicator dispute
In a shocking incident of road rage, a middle-aged man was dragged on the bonnet of a moving car for nearly two kilometers in Meerpet, Telangana.
Pune: 3-year-old boy raped, murdered by minor neighbor
In a shocking incident, a three-year-old boy was allegedly raped and murdered by a minor in Pune.
Delhi fire: Locked terrace door, iron grills trapped families
A fire in a residential building in Vivek Vihar, Delhi, on Sunday morning killed nine people.
Pune 3-year-old's rape-murder: Protesters block Mumbai-Bengaluru highway
Traffic on the Mumbai-Bengaluru highway was severely disrupted on Saturday due to protests in Pune, Maharashtra.
Jabalpur boat tragedy: Two more children's bodies recovered
The death toll in the Narmada cruise boat tragedy has risen to 11, with two more bodies recovered from the Bargi Dam in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur.
Prasoon Joshi appointed as new Prasar Bharati chairman
Renowned lyricist and communication expert, Prasoon Joshi, has been appointed the Chairman of Prasar Bharati, India's public service broadcaster.
Man poisons wife, 4 children, attempts suicide in Gurugram
In a shocking incident in Wazirpur village, Gurugram, a man allegedly killed his wife and four children before attempting suicide on Saturday night.
Telangana CM promises to release ₹6000cr pending retirement benefits
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has announced plans to clear ₹6,000 crore in pending retirement benefits for state government employees within 100 days.
IMD warns of 5-day rain, thunderstorms disrupting travel across India
Travelers in India are advised to remain cautious as widespread rains, thunderstorms, and high winds are expected to disrupt transportation in several parts of the country.
Unwell passenger jumps off taxiing Air Arabia Sharjah-Chennai flight
In a bizarre incident at Chennai International Airport, a male passenger jumped out of an Air Arabia flight from Sharjah as it was taxiing after landing.
Delhi: 30-year-old judge found dead at residence, police suspect suicide
A 30-year-old judge posted at the Karkardooma court was found dead at his residence in the Safdarjung area of Delhi.
Delhi: Massive fire in Shahdara building leaves 9 dead
A massive fire broke out in a four-story residential building in Vivek Vihar, Shahdara, Delhi early on Sunday.
TCS sexual harassment case: Court rejects Nida Khan's anticipatory bail
A Nashik court has rejected anticipatory bail to Nida Khan, an accused in the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) sexual harassment case.
'Save me': Delhi woman's last call before Jabalpur boat tragedy
A family trip to attend a housewarming ceremony in Madhya Pradesh turned tragic for a Delhi family.
4-year-old girl raped, murdered by 65-year-old man in Maharashtra
A four-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered by a 65-year-old man in Pune district, Maharashtra.
UP: Census 2027 first phase to begin on May 22
The first phase of Uttar Pradesh's Census 2027, the Houselisting and Housing Census (HLO), will begin on May 22.
How Dawood aide's single move proved his undoing while underground
Mohammad Salim Dola, a close associate of fugitive don Dawood Ibrahim and an international drug trafficker, was recently extradited to India from Turkey.
Capsized cruise video shows passengers scrambling for life jackets
A new video from inside the Bargi Dam cruise, which capsized earlier this week, has surfaced.
IMD forecasts milder May for India with thunderstorms bringing relief
After weeks of scorching summer heat, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a respite for most parts of India in May.
Not watermelon, what really killed Mumbai family of 4
The tragic deaths of a Mumbai family of four last week, initially blamed on a contaminated watermelon, may have been caused by poisoning.
'Digital arrest' victim pursued by scammers even to her funeral
A 28-year-old mother of two in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor died by suicide this week after cyber fraudsters posing as law enforcement officers relentlessly harassed, blackmailed, and threatened her with "digital arrest."
J&K: Police arrest 147 drug traffickers in 4 months
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched a major crackdown on drug trafficking in Anantnag district, South Kashmir.
Elephant brought to temple for festival turns aggressive, kills mahout
A tragic incident occurred at the Koodalmanikyam Temple in Thrissur on Friday afternoon when an elephant attacked its mahouts, killing one of them.
Delhi CM announces welfare measures for construction, labor communities
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta celebrated International Labour Day by announcing a slew of welfare measures for the city's construction and labor communities.
Last-minute ₹10,000 airfare hike for Haj pilgrims sparks outrage
Around 1.25 lakh Indian Haj pilgrims have been hit by a sudden ₹10,000 airfare price hike at the last minute.
PM Modi to make UAE stopover before Europe tour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-nation tour of Europe from May 15-20.
Hyderabad techie suicide case: Wife, her paramour arrested
A 36-year-old software engineer, S Seetharam Reddy, died by suicide in Hyderabad's Hussain Sagar Lake on February 9. His family has blamed his wife, Renuka, for causing him "mental stress" due to her alleged affairs.
Odisha man carried sister's skeleton to bank after four rejections
It has come to light that the tribal man in Odisha, identified as Jitu Munda, was forced to carry his sister's skeleton to a local bank after being denied service four times.
Union Home Ministry amends citizenship rules: Key changes
The Union Home Ministry has announced major changes to the Citizenship Rules, 2009. The new rules include a digital overhaul of processes for Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders and citizenship applicants.
Jabalpur boat capsize kills 9; mother found clutching 4-year-old son
In a heartbreaking turn of events, rescuers recovered the bodies of a mother and her four-year-old son from the Bargi Dam reservoir in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.
IMD issues rain alert for states in North, Northeast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds across several states from Friday.
SC urges law change on pregnancy termination for minor rape-victims
The Supreme Court on Thursday commented that the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act should be revised to remove the time constraints for the legal termination of pregnancies stemming from the rape of minor girls.
PM Modi to host Vietnamese president from May 5-7
Vietnamese President To Lam, also the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, will visit India from May 5 to 7.
Freedom fighter's 92-year-old widow moves Karnataka HC after pension halted
A 92-year-old widow has approached the Karnataka High Court after her late husband's freedom fighter pension was stopped in 2019.
24 hospitalized after chlorine leak at abandoned Pune water plant
A chlorine gas leak at a defunct water purification plant in Pune's Kondhwa area has left 24 people hospitalized.
Steamer explodes in J&K fruit mandi, killing 2
Two people were killed after a steamer exploded at a cold storage facility in the fruit mandi area of the Shopian district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Wednesday evening.
Bombay High Court adjourns 90-year-old woman's next hearing to 2046
The Bombay High Court adjourned a defamation suit filed by a 90-year-old woman to the year 2046 before recalling the order and rescheduling it for July 15.
3 Americans found preaching in Pune, given 'Leave India Notice'
Pune City Police have issued a "Leave India Notice" to three American nationals for allegedly violating their tourist visa conditions by engaging in religious preaching and teaching.
Maharashtra defers 'Marathi must' rule for taxi, auto drivers
The Maharashtra government has postponed its decision to make knowledge of the Marathi language compulsory for taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers.
Meerut to Prayagraj in 6-hrs: Modi inaugurates 594km-long Ganga Expressway
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the Ganga Expressway, Uttar Pradesh's longest expressway.
'Was drunk': Odisha bank on man who brought sister's corpse
The Odisha Grameen Bank branch has claimed the tribal man who brought his sister's skeletal remains to the bank in Maliposi to withdraw his deceased sister's ₹19,402 was drunk.
Massive fire breaks out at residential complex in Ghaziabad
A massive fire broke out at the Gaur Green Avenue society in Abhay Khand, Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, on Wednesday morning.
When will India get new S-400 air defense system units?
India's fourth unit of the S-400 air defense system is on its way from Russia and will reach an Indian port by mid-May, Hindustan Times reported.
CBI joint director sentenced to 3 months in prison
The Tis Hazari Court in Delhi has sentenced Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Joint Director Ramneesh and retired Assistant Commissioner of Police V K Pandey to three months in jail in an assault case filed by former IRS officer Ashok Agarwal.
India's power demand hits record amid heatwave, El Nino risk
India's peak power demand reached a record high of 256.1 gigawatts (GW) on Saturday, breaking the previous day's record of 252.08GW.
Anant Ambani offers Vantara home to save Colombia's 80 hippos
Anant Mukesh Ambani, the Executive Director of Reliance Industries Limited, has urged the Colombian government to reconsider its decision to cull 80 hippopotamuses in the Magdalena River basin.
'On verge of stopping operations': Airlines seek Centre's immediate intervention
Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have written to the government, warning of a potential shutdown of operations due to skyrocketing Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) costs.
India dicovers oil, gas in Libya amid global energy tensions
State-run Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) and Oil India Limited have made a new oil and gas discovery in Libya's Ghadames Basin.
Critically endangered Bustard chick, guarded by 50 officials, feared eaten
A critically endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB) chick, born in Gujarat's Kutch on March 26, has gone missing and is feared dead.
Who is Ajay Pal Sharma, 'Singham', deployed in Bengal?
The deployment of Uttar Pradesh's "Singham," IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma, as an observer in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas has sparked a political controversy.
NIA probing Mumbai stabbing incident, says CM Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has confirmed that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is probing the stabbing incident in Mira Road, near Mumbai.
Major changes in LPG cylinder booking process from May 1
Starting May 1, the rules for booking liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders will undergo a major overhaul.
MP forms panel to study feasibility of implementing UCC
The Madhya Pradesh government has constituted a six-member high-level committee to study the feasibility of implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.
Man takes sister's skeleton to bank to withdraw her ₹20,000
In a bizarre yet sad incident in Odisha's Keonjhar district, a man exhumed his sister's skeleton and carried it to a bank after the establishment refused to believe his claims that his sister had died.
'Can you recite Kalma?': Maharashtra man asks security-guards, stabs them
A 31-year-old man, Jaib Zubair Ansari, has been arrested for allegedly stabbing two security guards in Mira Road near Mumbai.
Blast on railway track in Punjab, youth killed
A blast occurred on the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) railway track near Bathonia village in Patiala district of Punjab late on Monday night.
Kerala: Dalit organizations call statewide shutdown over student's suicide
A statewide shutdown in Kerala was called on Tuesday by various Dalit organizations from 6:00am to 6:00pm.
Delhi to get relief after heatwave pushes mercury past 42°C
Delhi is witnessing a spike in temperatures, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) recording a maximum of 42.3°C at its Safdarjung base station on Monday.
4 Mumbai family members die suddenly after eating watermelon
A family of four in Mumbai's Pydhonie area died of suspected food poisoning, police said on Monday.
Hansraj College suspends 30 students; union protests against crackdown
Hansraj College in Delhi University has suspended around 30 students, including four elected office-bearers of the student union.
Pune deaths add to 622 sanitation worker fatalities since 2017
Three migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh died in Pune district on Saturday while cleaning a drainage tank at a mushroom processing unit.
'They had...child together': SC decries rape allegation in live-in case
The Supreme Court has questioned the possibility of a criminal offense of sexual assault on a false promise of marriage in a long-term live-in relationship.
India may exit Iran's Chabahar port project over US sanctions
India is now considering selling its stake in the Chabahar port project in Iran, after the United States sanctions waiver expired on April 26.
'Chase real crimes, not missing cows': Karnataka HC scolds police
The Karnataka High Court on Monday slammed the state police for focusing on minor issues instead of serious crimes.
Heatwave alert pushes Delhi-NCR schools to revise timings, advance vacations
As a severe heatwave continues to grip several parts of India, schools in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) have changed their timings and advanced summer vacations.
Air India flight makes precautionary landing in Bhopal, passengers safe
An Air India flight from Mumbai to Bhopal made a precautionary landing on Sunday due to a suspected technical issue.
Jharkhand boy dies, 18 sick after eating roadside stall pani-puri
A six-year-old boy died and 18 others were hospitalized in Jharkhand's Giridih district after allegedly eating pani-puri from a roadside stall.
Centre's online content blocking orders double, over half on X
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has seen a dramatic increase in online content blocking orders over the past year.
India weather: Western disturbance to bring rain, cool temperatures
India is currently experiencing a dramatic weather shift, with some states expected to witness heavy rainfall while others are under a severe heatwave.
Modi to inaugurate UP's longest Ganga Expressway on April 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Ganga Expressway on April 29.
Delhi Police officer opens fire, killing 1, injuring another
A late-night altercation in the Jaffarpur Kalan area of Dwarka, Delhi, turned fatal when a head constable of the Special Cell allegedly opened fire.
Bengal potato prices crash to ₹8/kg, farmers dump crop
Farmers in Singur, West Bengal, are facing a crisis after a bumper potato harvest led to a price crash.
India's peak power demand hits all-time high of 256.11GW
India's peak power demand hit an all-time high of 256.11GW yesterday, as per the latest data from the Power Ministry.