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American vlogger harassed by Kolkata taxi driver: 'I’ll drag you to a lonely place and ...'

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American vlogger harassed by Kolkata taxi driver: 'I’ll drag you to a lonely place and ...'

The travel content creator, Dustin, had arrived in India to explore the culture and places. After landing in Kolkata, he had an encounter with the two men who allegedly scammed him. The foreign tourist filmed the entire episode and uploaded on YouTube.

Vivek Agnihotri mocks Mumbai’s monsoon woes: ‘Rs 1 lakh per sq ft to watch your car float by’

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Vivek Agnihotri mocks Mumbai’s monsoon woes: ‘Rs 1 lakh per sq ft to watch your car float by’

The posts sparked a flood of reactions from users across the country. While many echoed Agnihotri’s frustration, others weighed in with biting humour.

'Absolutely shocking': Bombay HC slams arrest of Pune student over Operation Sindoor post

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'Absolutely shocking': Bombay HC slams arrest of Pune student over Operation Sindoor post

The court has reportedly suspended the rustication order, directed the college to issue her exam hall ticket immediately and even advised that she be given a separate classroom if needed for safety reasons.

IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rain in Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa till June 1

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IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rain in Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa till June 1

Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal and Sikkim are likely to experience moderate rain with thunderstorms and winds up to 50 kmph till May 31.

Early monsoon to soak Bengal today: IMD issues red alert till May 31, warns of 'possible damage'

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Early monsoon to soak Bengal today: IMD issues red alert till May 31, warns of 'possible damage'

A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is set to intensify, bringing heavy rain and thunderstorms to West Bengal from May 28 to 31.

‘Aamchi Mumbai’ vs ‘Tyanchi Mumbai’: SC sparks debate while rejecting Colaba Jetty plea

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‘Aamchi Mumbai’ vs ‘Tyanchi Mumbai’: SC sparks debate while rejecting Colaba Jetty plea

The Supreme Court rejected a plea against the Colaba passenger jetty project, sparking debate over Mumbai’s class divide with CJI BR Gavai’s striking ‘Aamchi Mumbai vs Tyanchi Mumbai’ remark. The petition, filed by Colaba residents, raised concerns over lack of public consultation and elitist development.

Karnataka investors duped of Rs 2 crore in AI-driven 'Trump Hotel Rental' scam

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Karnataka investors duped of Rs 2 crore in AI-driven 'Trump Hotel Rental' scam

Over 200 investors in Karnataka were defrauded of nearly Rs 2 crore through a fake ‘Trump Hotel Rental’ app using AI-generated videos, promising high returns and work-from-home scams. Cybercrime police are investigating multiple cases across districts, warning the public against such fraudulent investment schemes.

Noida to build circular skywalk at Sector 62-63 roundabout along Delhi-Meerut Expressway

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Noida to build circular skywalk at Sector 62-63 roundabout along Delhi-Meerut Expressway

The skywalk will also connect to an existing foot overbridge near the highway, making it easier for people coming from Ghaziabad to enter Noida without having to cross heavy traffic on foot.

Bengaluru rains break records, city sees wettest May in history; IMD issues red alert

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Bengaluru rains break records, city sees wettest May in history; IMD issues red alert

Bengaluru has broken its all-time May rainfall record with four days still remaining in the month. The pre-monsoon season, running from March 1 to May 26, has been particularly wet across Karnataka.

Monsoon 2025: Earliest onset over several states; why it arrived ahead of schedule and what lies ahead?

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Monsoon 2025: Earliest onset over several states; why it arrived ahead of schedule and what lies ahead?

While the southwest monsoon has started strong, IMD officials say it’s too early to draw conclusions about the northeast monsoon or overall seasonal rainfall.

Khan Sir reveals his 'secret' marriage – who is the bride and why was it kept low-key?

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Khan Sir reveals his 'secret' marriage – who is the bride and why was it kept low-key?

While not revealing the bride’s name, Khan Sir informed his students that he tied knots in a low-key wedding. He chose not to invite anyone, saying the nation’s concerns were more important than personal celebrations.

Vaishnavi Hagawane death case: Top cop faces probe, 30 injuries found in post-mortem

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Vaishnavi Hagawane death case: Top cop faces probe, 30 injuries found in post-mortem

Rajendra Hagawane and his son Sushil are also in custody.

Amandeep Kaur case: Punjab Police freeze assets of dismissed 'Insta Queen'

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Amandeep Kaur case: Punjab Police freeze assets of dismissed 'Insta Queen'

Nicknamed the “Insta Queen” for her flashy presence on Instagram, where she has over 30,000 followers, Kaur frequently posted glamorous reels featuring her SUV and designer accessories.

Delhi set for stormy end to wettest May on record, a month without a single heatwave

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Delhi set for stormy end to wettest May on record, a month without a single heatwave

Thanks to the frequent rain and storms, the national capital has not experienced a single heatwave day this month

Jaipur jail shocker: Prisoners caught enjyoing hotel stay, brunch with girlfriends

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Jaipur jail shocker: Prisoners caught enjyoing hotel stay, brunch with girlfriends

Jaipur jail scandal exposes deep-rooted corruption as four inmates skip hospital medical check-ups and enjoy hotel outings with police escorts. Arrests of 13 people, including guards and relatives, highlight bribery, extortion and security lapses in Rajasthan’s prison system.

Seven of Dehradun family found dead in car in Panchkula; police suspect suicide pact

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Seven of Dehradun family found dead in car in Panchkula; police suspect suicide pact

Forensic experts and crime scene teams have collected samples from the vehicle, which was parked on a quiet street in the residential neighbourhood. The bodies have been sent to the mortuary of a private hospital for post-mortem examination.

Telangana monsoon: Earliest onset in 10 years; IMD issues heavy rain alert till May 31

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Telangana monsoon: Earliest onset in 10 years; IMD issues heavy rain alert till May 31

The early onset and rapid advance of Southwest Monsoons are expected to translate into heavy to very heavy rains all through this week till Saturday

Mumbai's rain woes deepen as monsoon pushes further inland — what new satellite images reveal

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Mumbai's rain woes deepen as monsoon pushes further inland — what new satellite images reveal

Heavy rains continue to lash Mumbai and Maharashtra as the Southwest Monsoon intensifies, with IMD and satellite data warning of widespread downpours ahead. Key regions including Mumbai, Pune, coastal Karnataka and the North Bay of Bengal are bracing for flooding, waterlogging and further disruptions.

Mumbai rain mess: Who's to blame and why the city floods every monsoon

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Mumbai rain mess: Who's to blame and why the city floods every monsoon

Mumbai is witnessing record-breaking early monsoon rains, leading to waterlogging and chaos. Incomplete drainage work, high tide, and changing rain patterns worsened the flooding, exposing long-standing infrastructure issues yet again

Bengaluru Police bust rave party at farmhouse; 31 including IT professionals arrested

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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.

Chhattisgarh Police reluctant to hand over Maoist leader Basavaraju’s body, fearing ‘hero’s farewell’

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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.

Who is Anushka Yadav, the 'mystery lover' who appeared in Tej Pratap Yadav's viral revelation?

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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.

Delhi's wettest May on record explained: What's behind the surge in violent storms?

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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.

Powerful storm in Ghaziabad kills sub-inspector as ACP office roof collapses

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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.

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