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Akal Takht rejects Punjab's anti-sacrilege law, gives 15-day ultimatum
Akal Takht rejected Punjab’s 2026 anti-sacrilege law, issuing a 15-day ultimatum to the AAP government, citing state overreach into Sikh religious protocols and sovereignty.
Telangana heat eases as top temperature falls to 42 Celsius
Telangana's highest temperature fell from 46°C in late April to 42°C on May 7, 2026, with urban districts also witnessing a decline from last week's peak of 42°C.
Mumbai opens 1.2-km GMLR flyover late May or early June
A 1.2 km-long flyover connecting Dindoshi to Film City under the Rs 14,000-crore GMLR project is set to open soon, promising reduced congestion and smoother suburban travel.
Vikram Doraiswami presents credentials as India's ambassador to China
India's Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami presented his credentials to China's Assistant Foreign Minister Hong Lei, marking efforts to rebuild strained bilateral relations.
Malkajgiri police ban drones in Secunderabad during Narendra Modi meeting
Flying drones, para-gliders, and micro-light aircraft is prohibited in parts of Hyderabad on May 10, 2026, due to Prime Minister Modi's public meeting at Parade Ground.
IMD says southwest monsoon expected in Kerala by June 1
India's southwest monsoon is progressing on schedule, with strong pre-monsoon activity and favorable signals from Australia's weather patterns ensuring timely arrival.
Maharashtra board releases Class 10 SSC results, 92.09% pass rate
The Maharashtra SSC Result 2026 is out, with an impressive overall pass percentage of 92.09%. Konkan division leads the state, achieving the highest pass rate of 97.62%.
Malappuram teen Tejas P suicide, father alleges teacher harassment
Student organisations staged protests at a Perinthalmanna school following the suicide of a 14-year-old boy, alleging mental harassment by teachers over his academic performance.
NITI Aayog report finds schools lack electricity and sanitation facilities
Niti Aayog's report highlights alarming gaps in school infrastructure, revealing over 1 lakh schools without electricity and nearly 98,500 lacking functional girls' toilets.
Mahalaxmi pipeline crack interrupts water supply to parts of Mumbai
Water supply remains disrupted in South and Central Mumbai as emergency repairs continue on a major pipeline leak near Mahalaxmi, affecting multiple wards and residential areas.
Pralhad Joshi announces Bengaluru, Mumbai superfast train launching by June-end
A new superfast train connecting Bengaluru and Mumbai is set to launch by June-end, with plans underway to upgrade it into a Vande Bharat Sleeper service for enhanced comfort.
Narendra Modi holds Secunderabad rally expecting 70,000 people, 2,000 police
Over 2,000 police personnel, sniper teams, and 150 CCTV cameras have been deployed at Parade Ground in Secunderabad to ensure tight security for PM Modi’s May 10 public meeting.
Southwest monsoon reaches Andaman Sea May 20, Kerala June 1
IMD anticipates the Southwest Monsoon to reach the Andaman Sea by May 20, with developing El Niño conditions potentially influencing rainfall patterns across India.
Kirti Vardhan Singh meets UN chief Antonio Guterres at IMRF
Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh held a productive meeting with U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres during the IMRF in New York.
Delhi launches campaign to prepare residents for Census 2027
Delhi's Census Directorate initiated a 15-day outreach campaign, deploying six mobile vans across MCD areas to promote phase one of Census 2027 from May 7-21.
West Bengal Madhyamik results: Abhirup Bhadra 698, Priyatosh Mukherjee 696
Abhirup Bhadra secured Rank 1 in the West Bengal Madhyamik 2026 with an impressive score of 698 marks (99.71%), as announced by WBBSE during a press conference on May 8.
Rat poison in watermelon wiped out entire Mumbai family
Four members of the Dokadia family in Bhendi Bazaar, Mumbai, died after consuming watermelon laced with rat poison.
DRDO conducts 1st TARA flight off Odisha making warheads precision-guided
India successfully tested its first indigenous glide weapon system, TARA, off Odisha's coast, marking a breakthrough in converting unguided warheads into precision-guided weapons.
Pandalam royals urge Kerala over Sabarimala cases, alleged gold loss
The Pandalam royal family has urged Kerala's new government to address Sabarimala-related concerns, including withdrawing protest cases and investigating temple gold loss.
Maharashtra board to release Class 10 SSC results May 8
The Maharashtra SSC 10th results will be announced on May 8, 2026, at 11:30 am. Students can access their scorecards online via mahahsscboard.in and sscresult.mkcl.org.
IMD predicts widespread thunderstorm activity, heavy rainfall across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread thunderstorm activity, heavy rainfall, and gusty winds across several parts of India over the next few days.
Allahabad HC: wife's maintenance to reflect husband's income and lifestyle
The Allahabad High Court emphasized that maintenance entitlement should reflect the husband’s socio-economic status, not solely the wife’s education or prior earnings.
Tamil Nadu Class 12 pass rate 95.03% with girls leading
Tamil Nadu recorded a 95.03% pass percentage in the Class 12 board exams, with girls outperforming boys at 97% and Erode district leading with a 98.87% pass rate.
Narendra Modi to visit Somnath May 11 on 75th anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the Somnath temple as a symbol of India's resilience and civilisational strength, ahead of his May 11 visit marking its historic legacy.
TCS 'conversion' case accused Nida Khan nabbed after 42-day hunt
Nida Khan, the key accused in the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) "conversion" case, was arrested on Thursday in Maharashtra.
Chandigarh records India's highest rape rate, 16.6 per lakh
Chandigarh recorded the highest rape crime rate in India at 16.6 per lakh population, with 96 cases registered in 2024, as per NCRB's latest report.
Uttarakhand bad weather halts Kedarnath helicopters, about 4,000 tickets canceled
Unpredictable weather in Uttarakhand has led to the cancellation of nearly 4,000 helicopter tickets for Kedarnath Yatra, leaving pilgrims stranded and seeking alternatives.
Petrol and diesel unchanged across India as 4-year cap holds
Petrol prices in Mumbai remain steady at ₹103.50-₹103.54 per litre, while diesel rates across Delhi, Kolkata, and Bengaluru are under review amid global crude volatility.
Rajiv Pratap Rudy lands IndiGo flight after turbulence near Patna
BJP MP and trained pilot Rajiv Pratap Rudy safely diverted an IndiGo flight to Lucknow after severe turbulence near Patna disrupted landing attempts late Wednesday night.
Gujarat achieves 90% HPV vaccination coverage among eligible teenage girls
Gujarat successfully vaccinated 5 lakh teenage girls against HPV, achieving 90% coverage under the national programme within 90 days of its launch on February 28.
Supreme Court questions rapid 1 day appointment of election commissioners
The Supreme Court expressed concern over the swift appointment of election commissioners under the new law, contrasting it with delays in appointing High Court judges.
Domestic and international fares jump 40% to 50% this year
Airfares on domestic and international routes have soared 40-50% due to rising jet fuel prices and reduced seat availability, reshaping Indian travellers' summer holiday plans.
Ganga Expressway proposed 140km extension from Meerut to Haridwar
The proposed 140-km six-lane extension aims to enhance connectivity between Haridwar and Prayagraj, reducing travel time and linking two major Mahakumbh hubs seamlessly.
Supreme Court revisiting Sabarimala warns judicial overreach could destabilize faith
The Supreme Court expressed concerns over frequent judicial interventions in religious practices, cautioning against destabilizing faith deeply intertwined with Indian society.
Delhi Police arrest 482 in 'Gang Bust 2.0' operation
Delhi Police Special Cell arrested 482 gangsters, including nine linked to Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti, during a two-day operation targeting organised crime across Delhi-NCR.
Delhi government to introduce Aadhaar vault with encryption and tokens
The Delhi government is set to implement an Aadhaar vault system to securely store residents' Aadhaar details, aiming to enhance data protection and ensure privacy compliance.
Delhi unveils 4-step plan to reduce Yamuna froth and pollution
Delhi government unveils a multi-layered plan involving dhobi ghat relocation, illegal dyeing unit closures, engineering fixes, and riverfront development to curb Yamuna froth.
AIMPLB to legally challenge government's 'Vande Mataram' national anthem status
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board criticized the Union cabinet's decision to equate "Vande Mataram" with the national anthem, citing constitutional and religious concerns.
India urges Canada to act on Canada-based Khalistani extremist threat
India has called on Canada to address the activities of Khalistani extremists, citing concerns over their misuse of democratic freedoms and threats to national security.
India's Supreme Court overturns TPDDL billing for defunct Rithala plant
The Supreme Court has ruled that electricity consumers are not liable to pay tariff charges for a power plant that ceased operations in March 2018.
Tamil Nadu tops drug overdose deaths, replaces Punjab
Tamil Nadu has replaced Punjab as the state with the most drug overdose deaths in India in 2024, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
Iran's Araghchi skipping BRICS meeting in Delhi; deputy to attend
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi is unlikely to attend the upcoming BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, ThePrint reported. Instead, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi is expected to lead the Iranian delegation, ANI reported.
Cash-filled bags thrown from window during ED raid in Mohali
A high-profile money laundering investigation in Punjab's real estate sector took a dramatic turn on Thursday.
'Remain committed to defeating terrorism': Modi on Operation Sindoor anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tribute to the Indian Armed Forces on the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor.
Insulting 'Vande Mataram' could soon be punishable offense
The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to amend the Prevention of Insults to National Honor Act, 1971, a day after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a landslide victory in West Bengal.
Punjab on alert after 2 back-to-back explosions near defense establishments
Punjab is on high alert after two explosions rocked areas near Border Security Force (BSF) establishments in Jalandhar and Amritsar.
26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana undergoes surgery in Delhi
Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, underwent hernia surgery at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi on May 4.
Chandigarh: Passenger's power bank catches fire, emergency evacuation carried out
An emergency evacuation was carried out at Chandigarh Airport on Tuesday after a passenger's power bank caught fire on an IndiGo flight.
UP scraps mandatory prepaid smart meters, reverts to postpaid billing
The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to discontinue the mandatory use of prepaid smart meters for electricity consumers.
ED issues look out notice against Kolkata Police DCP
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a look out notice against Kolkata deputy commissioner of police (DCP) Shantanu Sinha Biswas in connection with a money laundering probe.
Modi government might sell BrahMos missiles to Vietnam
Vietnamese President To Lam's visit to India is likely to focus on strengthening defense ties, including a possible purchase of BrahMos missiles, as per Reuters.
PM calls Iran's Fujairah attack 'unacceptable' after 3 Indians injured
India has strongly condemned the recent attack on the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by Iran. The incident left three Indian nationals injured.
Weather update today: Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms forecast across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in New Delhi, the eastern coast, and the northeast till early May.
IMD warns of thunderstorms, hailstorms in north, central, east India
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a weather alert for May 4, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and hailstorms over Northwest, Central, and East India.
India turns to coal as US-Iran war disrupts energy supplies
India is relying more on coal to meet its energy needs as the ongoing US-Iran war has disrupted supplies and a nationwide heatwave has raised demand.
25-meter slab of Vikramshila Setu in Bihar collapses
A 25-meter slab of the Vikramshila Setu in Bhagalpur district, Bihar, collapsed into the Ganges River early on Monday.
India rejects Nepal's objection to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lipulekh
India has rejected Nepal's objection to the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through the Lipulekh Pass.
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.