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Indian Navy and DRDO successfully test NASM-SR off Odisha coast
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy successfully test-launched the indigenously developed NASM-SR missiles from a helicopter.
Uttar Pradesh begins Census 2027 household phase on May 22
Uttar Pradesh initiates the first phase of Census 2027 on May 22, with over 5.25 lakh personnel involved. The census will employ digital data collection for the first time.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rain in Kerala districts
Kerala witnessed heavy rainfall on Saturday, resulting in the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing an 'orange alert' for four districts.
IED injures 3 DRG personnel during Kanker demining mission
Three District Reserve Guard jawans were injured during a demining operation in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district, due to an old Naxalite-planted IED.
Government raises commercial LPG ₹993 to ₹3,153 hitting Bengaluru restaurants
Following a significant increase in commercial LPG prices, dining out in Bengaluru is expected to become more expensive as restaurants plan to raise their prices.
Uttar Pradesh woman Shobha Rani confesses to shooting Anuj Kumar
A woman in Uttar Pradesh, India, allegedly killed her live-in partner after enduring years of physical abuse, sexual assault, and extortion.
Sultanpur wedding DJ blasted music as 140 chickens reportedly died
In Uttar Pradesh, 140 chickens reportedly died from heart failure caused by a DJ's excessively loud music, leading to his arrest and notices issued to 15 other DJs.
IIT Jodhpur students chase tanker amid major drinking water shortage
A video of students at IIT Jodhpur chasing a water tanker highlights the institute's ongoing struggle with irregular clean water supply.
NDMA, DoT test 'Extremely severe alerts' on India's cell broadcast
Indians were taken aback when their phones suddenly rang with an emergency-style warning message, sparking a flurry of reactions on social media.
AIIMS Delhi ranks 6th in 2026 global hospital rankings
AIIMS Delhi has emerged as the only Indian hospital to secure a place in the top 10 global hospitals of 2026, ranking sixth.
Anil Deshmukh demands death sentence for child murder in Pune
Former Maharashtra home minister, Anil Deshmukh, demands death sentence for the accused in a minor girl's sexual assault and murder case in Pune district.
Madhya Pradesh fires staff after Bargi Dam accident kills 9
Following a fatal cruise boat accident in Jabalpur that claimed nine lives, the Madhya Pradesh government has sacked the pilot, helper, and ticket counter in-charge for negligence.
Maharashtra HSC results 2026 declared with nearly 90% pass rate
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education has declared the Maha HSC (Class 12) results for 2026, available on official websites.
Three killed after family boat capsizes at Bargi Dam
A mother and her young son were among the victims of a boat capsizing on Bargi Dam reservoir near Jabalpur, tragically found locked in an embrace within a single life jacket.
Narayan Goswami alleges CCTV switched off at Barasat strong room
Allegations of CCTV cameras being switched off at the Barasat strong room sparked tensions, leading to increased security measures.
Supreme Court rejects TMC challenge over West Bengal counting plan
The Supreme Court rejected a plea by TMC challenging the deployment of Central government and PSU employees as counting supervisors for the West Bengal assembly elections.
Bargi Dam boat accident: 9 dead, 4 missing, search intensifies
Following the tragic boat accident in Madhya Pradesh, search operations have been expanded to locate four missing passengers.
Pune man arrested for alleged sexual assault and killing
A 65-year-old man in Pune's Bhor was arrested for allegedly luring a 4-year-old girl with food, sexually assaulting her, and subsequently murdering her.
IMD warns of heavy rain in eastern and northeastern states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of very heavy rain in Sikkim, Assam, and Meghalaya. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu is on yellow alert for isolated heavy rainfall.
Military veterans back Great Nicobar project to bolster maritime security
Retired Indian military officials have defended the Great Nicobar Project against allegations of corruption and ecological damage made by opposition leader Rahul Gandhi.
Dinesh Kumar panel faults A.V. Dharma Reddy over Tirumala ghee
A probe into the Tirumala Srivari Laddu ghee scandal revealed serious policy and quality lapses, with contracts awarded to fraudulent companies.
ED names 21 fugitive economic offenders each accused of ₹100cr
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has named 21 individuals, including businessmen Nirav Modi and Vijay Mallya, as fugitive economic offenders, seizing assets worth Rs 2,178 crore.
Indian Army defuses 12-inch World War II bomb in Tinsukia
A World War II-era unexploded bomb was found in Assam's Ledo-Lekhapani area, triggering a swift and successful defusal operation by the Indian Army.
India bolsters energy security, sources crude from 41 countries
India has increased its crude oil sourcing from 27 to 41 countries, strengthening energy security during the global energy crisis, according to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
Massive landslide and bridge collapse paralyze Jammu Doda Kishtwar travel
A colossal landslide near Pul Doda has obstructed the Jammu-Doda National Highway, halting all traffic. Clearance operations are currently in progress to restore connectivity.
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.
Bangladesh resumes visas for Indians, India set to follow soon
Global oil prices are reaching unprecedented levels due to the ongoing West Asia conflict, prompting India to consider revising its fuel pricing.
Etawah: Vivek Kumar and Guddi Devi die in alleged suicide
A 21-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh committed suicide after an argument with his mother, who later also took her own life.
India's electricity use rose over 4% in April, 154bn units
India's power consumption increased by over 4% year-on-year in April, reaching a record-breaking peak demand of 256.1 GW.
India fuel prices in Delhi stable amid West Asia tensions
Despite global oil market volatility, petrol and diesel prices in India remained stable on May 2, 2026. However, commercial LPG cylinder prices saw a significant increase.
Punjab orders 7-day reports after over 334,000 stray dog bites
In response to over 3.34 lakh dog bite incidents in 2025, the Punjab government is implementing measures to control the stray dog population.
Delhi LPG hike ₹300 for 5kg cylinder strains working families
The steep increase in LPG prices is causing widespread distress among migrant workers and low-income families in Delhi, disrupting their livelihoods.
Punjab's AAP MLA Raman Arora gets 4 police officers assigned
Raman Arora, an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislator from Jalandhar Central facing corruption charges, has had his security cover restored by the Punjab government.
SC grants bail to Smt Kumari after ₹10,000 cash destroyed
The Supreme Court of India suspended a government officer's jail sentence and granted bail after rats reportedly destroyed Rs 10,000 in seized bribe money.
India's heatwave hits 5.1C above normal as power demand peaks
India's summer heatwaves have started, intensifying concerns about climate change effects on food security due to rising temperatures hindering agricultural work.
Rain and hail give Delhi relief as IMD reports 36.4°C
Delhi residents enjoy a respite from the recent heatwave as temperatures drop below seasonal averages, while the forecast remains uncertain.
Dalai Lama highlights relevance of Buddha's teachings on Buddha Purnima
The 14th Dalai Lama extended greetings and prayers to the global Buddhist community on Buddha Purnima, emphasizing the importance of compassion and peace in his message.
Thrissur Pooram fireworks explosion on April 21 killed 16 people
The deadly fireworks explosion in Kerala, which claimed 16 lives including the operator Satheesh, unveils a complex interplay of tradition, economics, and faith.
HP-DAM hits ₹20 ceiling in non-solar hours amid 256GW demand
India's power market experienced a price surge in late April due to high demand driven by heatwaves, hitting the regulatory ceiling of ₹20 per unit.
Home Minister Amit Shah announces Buddha relics returning to Ladakh
Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the return of Gautama Buddha's sacred relics to Ladakh after 75 years as a historic reunion, coinciding with Buddha Purnima.
Ghaziabad high-rises face legal cases, 139 warned over fire safety
52 residential high-rises in Ghaziabad are facing court cases for non-compliance with fire safety norms, while 139 others have received notices from the fire department.
Punjab Police use new sacrilege law 1st time after Malout
Punjab's Muktsar district police have lodged the first case under the recently enacted sacrilege act, following the discovery of torn pages from a religious book.
Elephant Vinayak kills handler Ram Vilas at Dudhwa Tiger Reserve
An unexpected attack by a camp elephant on its handler at Dudhwa Tiger Reserve leaves officials puzzled due to the absence of any clear triggers.
Virar man Shivam Upadhyay allegedly killed fiancee, her mother
A 27-year-old man, accused of murdering his fiancée and her mother in Virar, allegedly circulated the woman's private photos after their marriage was opposed.
Men fire at Prem Dhaba in Khanna over 50L demand
Two masked gunmen fired at a dhaba in Khanna, Ludhiana, after the owner allegedly refused to pay a ₹50 lakh extortion demand.
Air India plans optional in-flight meals, may cut lounge access
Air India plans to make meals optional on domestic and short international flights, potentially reducing ticket prices, in response to the ongoing Middle East crisis.
Delhi court orders fresh probe into dogs missing near IGI
A Delhi court has ordered a fresh investigation into the disappearance of two dogs from outside Indira Gandhi International Airport, criticizing the police's lack of action.
Delhi barber accused of sexually assaulting 15-year-old at gunpoint arrested
The prime suspect in a 2024 sexual assault case involving a 15-year-old boy has been apprehended by the Delhi Police's Crime Branch.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta launches 'Catch the Rain 2026' campaign
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the "Catch the Rain 2026" campaign in Delhi, introducing a mascot, "Neera", to promote rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge.
Mumbai food vendors struggle as commercial LPG cylinder prices rise
The recent increase in commercial LPG cylinder prices by the Union government has left Mumbai's roadside eateries and tea stalls grappling with potential price hikes and menu cuts.
India records 256.1 GW peak demand with coal and solar
India plans to meet its rising summer and El Nino-related energy demand through increased reliance on coal-powered thermal plants and augmented solar power capacity.
India Meteorological Department warns of warmer May across Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is set to experience above-average temperatures in May, accompanied by higher than normal rainfall, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Rajnath Singh deepfake falsely promises ₹22,000 to ₹80,000 daily returns
A deepfake video falsely featuring Defence Minister Rajnath Singh promotes a fraudulent investment scheme, promising high returns and government approval.
'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.