CITY
Bengaluru Police bust rave party at farmhouse; 31 including IT professionals arrested
Bengaluru Police raided a farmhouse near Kannamangala Gate and arrested 31 people, including a Chinese national and several IT professionals, at a drug-fuelled birthday party. Cocaine, hashish, hydro-ganja and other narcotics were seized during the early morning operation.
CITY
Chhattisgarh Police reluctant to hand over Maoist leader Basavaraju’s body, fearing ‘hero’s farewell’
Basavaraju is survived by his stepmother and brothers in his native place in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam district.
CITY
Who is Anushka Yadav, the 'mystery lover' who appeared in Tej Pratap Yadav's viral revelation?
Tej Pratap posted a picture of himself with Anushka on his official social media account , disclosing that he has been in relationship with her for the past 12 years.
CITY
Delhi's wettest May on record explained: What's behind the surge in violent storms?
Delhi recorded its wettest May ever with 186.4 mm of rainfall and four major storms, driven by frequent western disturbances, cyclonic circulations and intense thunderstorm activity. Experts link the unusual weather patterns and repeated severe storms to changing climate dynamics in northern India.
CITY
Powerful storm in Ghaziabad kills sub-inspector as ACP office roof collapses
Ajay Kumar Singh, ACP, Ankur Vihar, identified the sub-inspector as Veerendra Mishra.
CITY
Covid in Mumbai: 35 new cases in city, 8 in Pune; Maharasthra logs 242 infections in May
Maharashtra reported 43 new Covid-19 cases on Sunday, with 35 from Mumbai. The state logged 242 cases in May alone. Most infections remain mild, with no signs of increased severity.
CITY
Delhi waterlogged after heavy rains: L-G lauds 'swift action'; AAP calls it 'four-engine' failure
Heavy rains lashed Delhi, triggering severe waterlogging across key areas and sparking a political row as AAP slammed the BJP’s ‘four-engine government’ for mismanagement. PWD Minister Parvesh Verma's absence during the crisis led to accusations of him being "missing in action"
CITY
Kerala rain update: Red alert in 11 districts; popular tourist spots, schools and colleges closed
The IMD has issued a red alert in 11 Kerala districts on Monday. Widespread flooding, travel disruptions, and safety warnings lead to school closures, tourism bans, and evacuation efforts across the state.
CITY
Mumbai braces for record early onset as monsoon hits Maharashtra in earliest arrival in 35 years
The southwest monsoon reached Maharashtra ten days early, making it the earliest in 35 years. Mumbai may see record onset within 3 days, amid unusually high May rainfall and IMD’s yellow alert.
INDIA
Covid creeps back into Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, but should you worry?
Delhi reported 23 fresh Covid-19 cases, marking the first notable spike in nearly three years.
INDIA
Why IPL 2025 final was shifted from Kolkata to Ahmedabad - and how it sparked BJP vs TMC battle
Here's all about the controversy, political reactions and the official reasoning behind the venue change.
CITY
Massive fire at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant’s SMS-2 disrupts production
A massive fire broke out at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant's SMS-2 unit on May 23, 2025, disrupting production and damaging key machinery. Preliminary reports cite an oil leak as the cause, with no casualties reported and damage assessment underway.
CITY
Karnataka horror: Gang-rape accused freed, flaunt bail with victory parade
Videos of their celebratory procession through Akki Alur town went viral, drawing widespread condemnation from citizens, women’s rights groups, and opposition parties.
CITY
Jaipur sweet sellers declare war on 'Pak': Mysore Pak becomes Mysore Shree, Aam Pak now Aam Shree
Classics like Mysore Pak, Moti Pak, Aam Pak and Gond Pak are now being rebranded with Shree instead. Customers will henceforth find Mysore Shree, Moti Shree, Aam Shree and Gond Shree on shop shelves
CITY
Pune dowry death case: Vaishnavi Hagawane's 10-month-old son reunited with maternal family
In a tragic dowry death case from Pune, the 10-month-old son of Vaishnavi Hagawane, who allegedly died by suicide, was reunited with her parents after political intervention. Key accused, including NCP leader Rajendra Hagawane, remain absconding as police intensify the probe into dowry harassment and abetment charges.
CITY
Muslim man's namaz at Tirumala temple sparks outrage, probe underway
A Muslim man offering namaz at the Tirumala temple's Kalyana Mandapam sparked outrage and a security probe by TTD authorities.
CITY
Two Covid deaths in Kerala, active cases double to 182 in 2 days - What health ministry says
Kerala has reported 182 new Covid cases so far in May, prompting state health authorities to issue fresh guidelines urging mask use and caution
CITY
Himachal woman Chhonzin Angmo, who can't see, conquers Mt Everest: 'My role model is Helen Keller'
Chhonzin Angmo, a visually impaired woman from Himachal Pradesh, creates history as first Indian blind climber to summit Mount Everest. Her inspirational journey from Kinnaur's valleys to Everest's peak highlights determination, disability empowerment and record-breaking mountaineering feats.
CITY
'Spy' YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra: The 'blogger in saree' no neighbour noticed - 'We barely knew her'
In New Aggarsain Colony, Hisar, Malhotra’s arrest stunned residents. “We barely knew her. She kept to herself,” said a neighbour
CITY
Rahul Gandhi's surprise visit: Delhi University 'furious', BJP calls it ‘photo-op circus’
The university called the incident unacceptable and warned that disciplinary action would be taken against those responsible.
CITY
Bengaluru weather: From ruthless 2024 water crisis to overflowing lakes in 2025
In a dramatic reversal from last year's water crisis, Bengaluru's lakes are now brimming, thanks to recent heavy rains. BBMP reports that 63 of the city's lakes have reached full capacity, with an additional 40 nearing the brim following intense pre-monsoon showers earlier this week.
CITY
Mystery drones spotted over Kolkata, Defence Ministry says ‘await official word’ as Army launches probe
‘Six to seven drones’ were spotted hovering over the night sky in Kolkata on Monday, prompting the STF and Indian Army to investigate the matter from all angles
CITY
Mumbai monsoon alert: MHADA lists 96 'extremely dangerous' buildings, over 3,000 residents at risk
MHADA has flagged 96 old Mumbai buildings as “extremely dangerous” ahead of monsoon, urging over 3,100 residents to evacuate
CITY
Kerala monsoon arrival 2025: IMD expects May 25 onset, five days earlier than last year
Kerala monsoon: The IMD has forecast the onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala in the next 2–3 days, indicating a timely arrival as per schedule. With an above-normal rainfall prediction, the monsoon is expected to boost agriculture, improve reservoir levels, and support economic growth.
