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Kochi floods after heavy rain, UDF committee blamed for unpreparedness
Heavy overnight rain in Kochi caused severe waterlogging across multiple areas, highlighting concerns over inadequate pre-monsoon preparations by the city authorities.
Delhi High Court asks review of Abhijeet Dipke's X account
Abhijeet Dipke seeks restoration of his satirical X account, @CJP_2029, claiming it resonated with India’s youth by addressing critical socio-political issues.
Indian Railways, Air India revise June 2026 travel schedules
Railway maintenance blocks and airline schedule reductions are causing widespread disruptions across India, impacting major train routes and international flights.
Severe storms and lightning kill 28 across 4 Indian states
Heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning strikes claimed 28 lives in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Madhya Pradesh over 48 hours, causing widespread destruction.
Tamil Nadu restores free government bus rides for students 2026-27
Tamil Nadu government will continue the free bus pass scheme for school and college students, ensuring hassle-free travel as educational institutions reopen from June 4.
Hajipur government teacher Gunjan Kumari accused of affair on video
A BPSC-appointed teacher, Gunjan Kumari, engaged in a heated roadside argument with police in Hajipur after her husband accused her of an extra-marital affair.
Former Kerala public works minister T.U. Kuruvilla dies at 90
T.U. Kuruvilla, Kerala Congress leader and former PWD Minister in V.S. Achuthanandan's LDF government, died at 90 due to a respiratory ailment in Kothamangalam.
General Anil Chauhan ends CDS tenure with guard of honor
General Anil Chauhan received a ceremonial Guard of Honour in New Delhi, marking the conclusion of his tenure as Chief of Defence Staff focused on integration and jointness.
Madhya Pradesh High Court orders explanation over Kanha tiger deaths
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed the state government and forest department to submit a detailed report within two weeks on eight tiger deaths at Kanha National Park.
West Bengal to fine road littering from September 1, 2026
West Bengal launches a pilot project in 10 municipalities, giving citizens three months to adopt better waste disposal habits before imposing fines for littering from September 1.
Amit Shah orders illegal border buildings removed within 15km
Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged strict enforcement of a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to demolish illegal constructions within 15 km of India’s borders.
CBSE reevaluation portal cyberattack allowed about 50 students unauthorized access
The CBSE re-evaluation portal faced a malicious attack, allowing 50 students unauthorized access and causing payment anomalies ranging from Rs 1 to Rs 68,000.
IMD lowers 2026 monsoon forecast to 90% warns of drought
India faces a potential drought in 2026 as the IMD lowers monsoon rainfall predictions to 90% of the Long Period Average, citing El Niño's intensifying impact.
Lucknow Junction platform shed collapses injuring TTE Amit and passengers
A section of a platform shed at Lucknow Junction Railway Station collapsed on May 29, 2026, injuring three individuals, including a TTE. Renovation work was underway at the site.
Yograj Singh gets interim protection from arrest in 'Lukkhe' controversy
The Punjab and Haryana High Court granted interim protection to actor Yograj Singh in a case involving alleged derogatory remarks against women in a viral web series clip.
Education Ministry launches full audit of CBSE digital evaluation system
The education ministry plans a comprehensive audit of CBSE's on-screen marking system, addressing glitches and evaluation issues amid rising concerns from parents and teachers.
Government praises CBSE on-screen marking, students report glitches, ₹67,000 fees
The government has defended CBSE's On-Screen Marking system despite criticism over portal hacking, technical glitches, and discrepancies in answer sheet evaluations.
RBI's Sanjay Malhotra says rupee near 100 may be undervalued
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra downplays rupee's slide, emphasizing inflation control and reforms while maintaining India’s balance of payments remains manageable.
MEA says India Israel ties strong after PM Netanyahu remarks
The Ministry of External Affairs reaffirmed the robust and warm relationship between India and Israel, emphasizing mutual respect and growing collaboration across various sectors.
India petrol and diesel prices unchanged since Monday's hike
Fuel prices remained unchanged on May 30 after a recent hike on May 25. Petrol in Delhi now costs ₹102.12 per litre, while diesel is priced at ₹95.20.
Maharashtra plans reforms for 16 Mumbai gymkhanas to expand access
Following the Delhi Gymkhana eviction notice, Maharashtra plans to revise policies for 16 Mumbai gymkhanas on public land, aiming for inclusivity and stricter oversight.
CBSE to add scanned 12th answer sheets to DigiLocker 2027
CBSE plans to provide Class 12 students with scanned answer sheets via DigiLocker starting 2027, addressing current issues like mix-ups, payment failures, and system glitches.
Investigation split over Air India flight AI 171 crash cause
A faulty fuel control switch in an Air India Boeing 787-8 has reignited debates over the cause of the AI 171 crash, with two opposing theories emerging.
CBSE dry run in Delhi flags 36 onscreen marking issues
An internal report from January 2026 highlighted 36 issues with CBSE's on-screen marking system, weeks before its nationwide deployment for Class 12 exams.
BWSSB shuts water supply on Mysuru Road after pipeline leak
Residents along Mysuru Road in Bengaluru face water shortages today as BWSSB begins emergency pipeline repairs following a massive leak in a high-pressure transmission line.
India's NFHS-6 finds hospital births 90.6% and skilled deliveries 91.3%
The NFHS-6 data reveals a decline in public hospital births, dropping from 61.9% to 58.6%, as more women prefer private hospitals for childbirth.
Banks across India open Saturday May 30 as 5th Saturday
Banks across India, including SBI and HDFC Bank, are open today, May 30, 2026, as it is the fifth Saturday of the month and not a designated bank holiday.
Nagpur region heat wave leaves 63 dead, temperatures reach 47C
A severe heatwave in Vidarbha has claimed 63 suspected lives as temperatures soared above 45°C for two weeks, with vulnerable groups facing heightened risks.
IMD forecasts normal to below-normal monsoon for Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir is expected to receive normal to below-normal rainfall during the June-September monsoon period, with June predicted to be wetter than usual.
Migrants recount border gaps, agents, documents in India entry
Hundreds of Bangladeshi nationals, many of whom have lived in India for years, are gathering at border points and transit locations in West Bengal.
'Expect US-India trade deal in next few weeks': US envoy
United States Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, has expressed optimism about the impending signing of a US-India trade deal. He said he hopes it will be finalized in the coming weeks and months.
'Learn from UPSC': SC tells NTA over NEET leak
The Supreme Court on Friday heard petitions seeking to disband the National Testing Agency (NTA) after the recent National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)-UG 2026 paper leak incident.
'Strict monitoring exists, but NEET leaked?' Supreme Court raps NTA
The Supreme Court of India has expressed serious concerns over the recent NEET-UG paper leak. The court questioned how such a major breach could happen despite existing monitoring mechanisms and oversight committees.
Twisha Sharma case: CBI gets 5-day custody of Giribala Singh
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been granted a five-day custody of Giribala Singh, the mother-in-law of Twisha Sharma, who was found dead on May 12.
Maharashtra: 15 dead, several critical after consuming toxic liquor
At least 15 people have died, and many others are critically ill after consuming toxic liquor in Maharashtra's Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
HC declines to order immediate restoration of CJP X account
The Delhi High Court has refused to immediately restore the X account of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a satirical online movement.
NEET paper leak: Why IAF may transport exam papers
The Indian government is considering using the Indian Air Force (IAF) to transport question papers for the upcoming National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) re-test.
Ex-Rajasthan sarpanch, 2nd wife, 2 others killed, burned: What happened
In a shocking incident in Rajasthan's Ajmer district, four family members were allegedly murdered and their bodies were set ablaze inside a Scorpio SUV.
SC upholds anticipatory bail to Swami Avimukteshwaranand in POCSO case
The Supreme Court has upheld the anticipatory bail granted by the Allahabad High Court to Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, Shankaracharya of the Jyotir Math. The decision comes in a case registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
'Pronounce bail orders in one day': SC tells high courts
The Supreme Court has issued a set of binding directions to high courts to ensure timely delivery of judgments in reserved matters.
PM Modi greets Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman on Eid-ul-Adha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended Eid-ul-Adha greetings to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
IMD revises monsoon forecast down to 90%, deepening concerns
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted below-normal monsoon rainfall for 2026.
UP: 6 killed as under-construction bridge collapses during storm
An under-construction bridge in Uttar Pradesh's Hamirpur district collapsed during a late-night storm on Thursday.
Ex-CCI chairman Dhenendra Kumar dies after AC blast fire
Dhanendra Kumar, a retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer and the first chairman of the Competition Commission of India (CCI), died in a fire at his home in Hauz Khas, Delhi.
Twisha Sharma case: Ex-judge Giribala Singh arrested by CBI
Retired judge Giribala Singh was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday afternoon in connection with the death of her daughter-in-law, Twisha Sharma.
Kerala native on Saudi death row returns home after 20yrs
Abdul Rahim, a native of Feroke, Kerala, returned home on Eid al-Adha after spending nearly two decades in a Saudi Arabian prison. His release came after an intense crowdfunding campaign by Malayalis across the globe.
Renowned Urdu poet Dr Bashir Badr dies at 91
Renowned Urdu poet Dr Bashir Badr passed away on Thursday at his residence in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
How to update your marriage certificate after divorce
Updating a marriage certificate after a divorce decree can be an important step in moving forward.
PM Modi to visit France, Slovakia next month: Report
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit France and Slovakia next month, WION reported. The trip comes as India and Europe step up their engagements.
'Slaughter on Bakrid not essential': Madras HC bans cow slaughter
The Madras High Court has banned the slaughter of cows and calves in Tamil Nadu on the eve of Bakrid.
Twisha Sharma case: MP HC cancels Giribala Singh's anticipatory bail
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has canceled the anticipatory bail of Giribala Singh, a former judge and the mother-in-law of Twisha Sharma.
Lightning kills techie who quit corporate life to become farmer
A former IT employee, Hosoklu Roshan Balakrishna, was killed by a lightning strike while he was plucking mangoes in his paddy fields near Mysuru.
Government refuses to disclose if SOP exists for deporting Bangladeshis
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has refused to clarify if there is a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) or formal mechanism for the deportation of Bangladeshi nationals.
Video: Pune Porsche crash accused's father celebrates bail with family
Vishal Agarwal, the father of the minor accused in the Pune Porsche case, was recently granted bail.
Coast guard seizes ₹1,000-crore cocaine from Pakistan-linked ship
In a major anti-drug operation, the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and the Indian Coast Guard have seized over 100kg of cocaine worth ₹1,000 crore from the Kutch coast.
Rajasthan HC upholds Asaram Bapu's life sentence in rape case
The Rajasthan High Court has upheld the life sentence of self-styled godman Asaram Bapu in the 2013 minor rape case. The Jodhpur bench dismissed his appeal against the 2018 conviction by a trial court.
PM issues public appeal as heatwave grips India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to take precautions as India continues to face a severe heatwave.
This 19-year-old says he could change CBSE marks from home
Nisarga Adhikary, a 19-year-old ethical hacker, has flagged major security flaws in the Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) newly launched On-Screen Marking (OSM) system.
How to update your name on educational certificates
Changing your name on educational certificates can be a daunting task, but it is essential for maintaining consistency in personal records.
Forest fires ravage Uttarakhand; flames spread across Kedarnath, Nainital hills
Uttarakhand is battling a severe forest fire crisis, with blazes spreading across the Kedarnath and Nainital hills.
Red Fort bomber posed as 'Rahul Bhat' to buy chemicals
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has revealed new details about the November 2025 Red Fort car bomb blast.
28-year-old Uganda returnee isolated in Bengaluru amid Ebola concerns
A 28-year-old woman who returned from Uganda has been isolated at a state-run hospital in Bengaluru.
Domestic PNG users can switch to LPG under this condition
The Indian government has amended the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Amendment Order, 2026. The revised order was issued yesterday.
Government forms high-level committee to examine 'unnatural demographic changes'
The Indian government has constituted a high-level committee to look into "unnatural demographic changes" in the country.
Fish-rice meals to be sold for ₹5 across Bengal canteens
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has announced the launch of fish-and-rice meals for ₹5 at 400 state-run canteens.
Countering goat sacrifice, Hindu groups bring piglet in Thane society
Tensions flared up in Mumbai's Mira Road ahead of Bakrid on Tuesday after residents of Poonam Cluster Society protested against goats being kept inside the premises for sacrifice.
'Nautapa': India experiences hottest pre-monsoon days; temperatures could reach 48°C
India is currently experiencing its hottest pre-monsoon season with the arrival of Nautapa, a nine-day period that began on May 25 and will end on June 2.
Twisha Sharma's ex-judge mother-in-law demanded ₹2L at vidai: CBI FIR
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has re-registered a case against Giribala Singh, the mother-in-law of Twisha Sharma, under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Dowry Prohibition Act after taking over the case from the state police.
India's southwest monsoon likely to arrive in 2-3 days: IMD
Kerala is still waiting for the southwest monsoon to arrive, even though the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had predicted its arrival on May 26.
Thousands of suspected Bangladeshi immigrants gather at India-Bangladesh border
A large crowd has gathered at the Hakimpur border area in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district.
6 killed, 21 injured as bus overturns on Lucknow-Agra Expressway
Six people were killed and 21 others injured when a double-decker AC bus overturned on the Lucknow-Agra Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao district on Tuesday morning.
Ebola threat: DGCA issues SOPs for flights to/from Uganda, Congo
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for airlines operating flights to and from Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
QUAD meet: India, US seal critical minerals, rare earths pact
India and the United States have signed a strategic agreement on critical minerals and rare earths.
Delhi Gymkhana Club: Centre assures no coercive action during eviction
The Indian government has assured the Delhi High Court that it will not forcibly take over the Delhi Gymkhana Club premises.
J&K: 4-day search operation underway in Rajouri forest
A massive cordon-and-search operation (CASO) is underway in the Gambhir Mughlan and Dorimal forests of Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir.
Jaishankar calls for stronger economic resilience at QUAD FM meet
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called for stronger economic resilience and supply chain strengthening among the Quad countries.
QUAD's economic, strategic importance paramount: US Secretary of State
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has emphasized the economic and strategic importance of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD). He called it a coalition of major democracies with shared interests in the Indo-Pacific region.
Twisha Sharma's husband tells cops her behavior changed after pregnancy
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the investigation into the death of former model and actor Twisha Sharma.
Marco Rubio responds to Trump's 'hellhole' comment against India
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio was confronted with questions about US President Donald Trump's controversial remarks about India during a press conference in New Delhi.
Extreme heatwave conditions persist across north, central India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red and yellow alerts for severe heatwave conditions in several northern and western states of India.
Jaishankar to chair talks with QUAD foreign ministers today
The foreign ministers of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) nations, namely, India, Australia, Japan, and the United States, will meet in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Gurmeet Ram Rahim granted 30-day parole, 16th time since 2017
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, the chief of the Dera Sacha Sauda sect, has been granted a 30-day parole by the Haryana government, NDTV reported, citing officials.
Vijay announces loan waiver for Tamil Nadu farmers
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has announced a major crop loan waiver scheme for farmers and extended the screening of newly released Tamil films in another move.
CBSE accepts mistake in evaluating answer sheets
The Central Board of Secondary Education(CBSE) has accepted its mistake in evaluating answer sheets for Class 12 students.
CJP founder moves Delhi HC against blocking of X account
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has approached the Delhi High Court seeking to overturn the blocking of his party's account on X.