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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said the wet spell in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and Faridabad will continue for a few more days, and has issued a yellow alert for Delhi-NCR.

Delhi airport to introduce e-arrival card facility for foreign travellers from October 1

Delhi airport operator DIAL, in a release, on Tuesday said the facility will ease the arrival process for travellers, improve efficiency, reduce queues, and support the airport's sustainability goals by cutting down paper usage.

Delhi downpour triggers waterlogging, traffic chaos | In pics

According to the IMD, Delhi is likely to witness a generally cloudy sky with light rain or drizzle through the day. The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 35 degrees Celsius

Ahead of Dasara, KSRTC hikes fares on Bengaluru-Mysuru route

KSRTC said for the 2025 Dasara season, special fares will be in effect from September 26 to October 8, with increments of ₹20 and ₹30 for express, non-stop, and premier services, respectively.

In pics: West Bengal reverberates with Durga Puja fervour on Maha Ashtami

From children to the elderly, people gathered in large numbers in the morning to offer 'anjali' (floral tributes) to Goddess Durga. Clad in colourful traditional attire, devotees carried plates with flowers and bel leaves, while priests recited mantras

‘Gen Z revolted in Nepal…’: After Karur stampede, Vijay’s aide kicks up row with provocative post

The inflammatory post by Aadhav Arjuna, TVK's General Secretary, was made public amidst the highly charged aftermath of the Karur stampede that killed 41 people at a rally headlined by Vijay himself.

Failed to clear dues, Noida cancels housing plot allotment to developer in Sports City – it's impact and legal fallout

This marks the first time Noida Authority has cancelled a group housing plot in the city’s ambitious Sports City housing project.

Mysuru Dasara sets Guinness record with display of tiger using 2,983 drones | Watch

While the tiger grabbed the spotlight at Mysuru Dasara celebrations, the drones also formed many other striking images in the sky.

Rain lashes Delhi-NCR, brings relief after unusually hot September days

According to the IMD, Delhi is likely to witness a generally cloudy sky with light rain or drizzle through the day. The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 35 degrees Celsius.

Pics with air hostesses: Chats from Delhi 'godman' Chaitanyananda’s phone reveal shocking details

The authorities have also found that Chaitanyananda Saraswati, the self-styled godman, had saved photos of several women, including cabin crew members, on his phone, along with screenshots of their social media profiles.

IndiGo's Mumbai-Delhi flight gets bomb threat

An IndiGo flight from Mumbai to the national capital received a bomb threat on Tuesday morning.

Heavy rain alert for Kolkata and Bengal threatens to mar Durga Puja finale on Dashami

Kolkata, along with West Midnapore, Jhargram, Howrah, Nadia, Murshidabad and Birbhum, is also likely to be hit by heavy rain, with estimates between 7 cm and 11 cm.

Bengaluru Metro to stretch 60 km to Tumakuru in Rs 20,600 crore mega project

This extension promises to seamlessly integrate Tumakuru with Bengaluru's existing metro network. The proposed line will branch out from the Green Line, a 33.46-kilometre corridor that currently connects suburbs in Bengaluru’s north-western part to its southern areas.

'Stabbed her even after death': Bengaluru man kills nurse wife, hangs self

According to Bengaluru police investigations, the crime occurred on Sunday afternoon. A senior officer disclosed that the woman's body bore approximately 45 injuries.

Delhi-NCR weather: Cloudy sky with light rain likely in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram

The minimum temperature in Delhi was recorded at 28.7 degrees Celsius, 5.4 notches above normal. The maximum is likely to settle around 35 degrees Celsius, the IMD said

4 Ghaziabad cops dance, drink beer at criminal's birthday bash in bar; suspended | Video

Video clips from the event went viral on social media, showing the officers holding beer bottles, dancing, and enjoying the celebrations. Scenes of music, liquor, and revelry were clearly visible in the footage.

Tamil YouTuber Felix Gerald arrested for 'spreading rumours' about Karur stampede

The arrest comes close on the heels of police registering cases over 20 people for allegedly spreading rumours over Karur stampede and following the arrest of three persons.

How Hyderabad police busted tech-savvy gang behind Rs 22,400 crore movie piracy racket 



The operation has led to five arrests and exposed a pipeline that leaked hundreds of films, sometimes before their official release, causing massive financial losses to the entertainment industry.

How Pune gangster Nilesh Ghaywal hoodwinked police, fled to London on invalid passport

Nilesh Bilesh Ghaywal, a former associate of notorious gangster Gaja Marne, is now the subject of a look-out circular (LOC) issued by the Pune City Police.

'I killed sweety': Techie couple found dead in Gurugram home; chilling video message precedes suspected murder-suicide

The victims, Ajay Kumar, originally from UP's Prayagraj and his wife Sweety Sharma, from West Bengal, were discovered by police in their locked rental flat at The Millennia in Sector 37, Gurugram.

'Not equal to us': Dalit student abused, dragged by hair for attending garba event in Gujarat; four women booked

The complainant, 25-year-old Rinku Vankar, a fourth-year student at the Government Engineering College in Gandhinagar, lodged an FIR at Virpur police station.

Delhi leads metro cities in rape cases, juvenile offenses and crimes against children in 2023

According to the NCRB “Crime in India 2023” report, overall, crimes against women in Delhi dropped by 5.7% compared to 2022. A total of 13,366 cases were reported in 2023, down from 14,158 the year before.

Poll-bound Bihar gets 3 Amrit Bharat, 4 passenger trains - full route and schedule details

According to East Central Railway (ECR) CPRO Saraswati Chandra, the Muzaffarpur–Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express will begin operations from October 14. Dates for the Darbhanga–Madar and Chhapra–Anand Vihar Amrit Bharat Express trains will be announced soon.

Rafting resumes on Chenab river in J&K's Reasi after months long suspension

J&K's Reasi is famous for rafting at Baradari, where the Chenab flows amid majestic mountains and forested riverbanks, attracting thousands of adventure seekers.

Sabarimala idol's missing gold pedestal traced to house of sponsor's relative in Kerala

The existence of a peedam came to light after the Kerala High Court recently ordered an investigation, noticing a reduction in the weight of the gold-clad copper plates of the Dwarapalakas.

Delhi molestation case: 'Godman' Chaitanyananda taken to Vasant Kunj institute to recreate crime scene

Saraswati was remanded to five-day police custody on Sunday. During questioning, he will likely be confronted with his three female aides, working in different positions at the AICTE-approved Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management.

Monsoon gone, heat remains: Why has Delhi recorded its hottest September morning in 6 years?

Monday (September 29) marks the second consecutive day of intense night-time heat, following an identical reading on Sunday. The last time Delhi experienced a hotter September night was in 2019.

Bookings cancelled, travellers confined to rooms: Leh violence deepens slump in Ladakh's tourism

Stakeholders said the industry was first hit by widespread cancellations after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, and the fresh disturbances have further dented travellers' confidence.

Telangana rural local body polls schedule: Dates announced for panchayat, MPTC & ZPTC elections

State Election Commissioner Rani Kumudini announced that polling will take place in 565 mandals, covering 5,749 MPTC seats, 565 ZPTC seats, and 12,733 Gram Panchayats, comprising 1,12,288 wards in total.

Visuals show chaos, tragedy and grief after stampede at Vijay’s rally in Karur

The images and videos emerging from Tamil Nadu’s Karur are upsetting. At least 41 people died and several were injured at a TVK rally conducted by Vijay on Saturda evening.

Aerial views show Karur gathering was a disaster waiting to happen - Critical errors exposed

The event, intended as a show of political strength, instead became a stark lesson in the deadly consequences of crowd mismanagement.

Bengaluru traffic alert: Navratri festivities, work on Sarjapur Road to affect key areas - know alternative routes

With large-scale Navratri and Durga Puja celebrations scheduled at the Palace Grounds in Bengaluru, Bellary Road is expected to experience heavy traffic till October 2. White-topping work will begin on Sarjapur Road from Tuesday, covering the stretch between Automart Junction and Agara Junction.

Bandra-Amritsar Express safety lapse: AC coaches detach twice mid-journey, probe ordered

The first detachment occurred at 1.19 pm in Palghar. Alert railway staff quickly attended the site and reconnected the bogies, allowing the Bandra-Amritsar Express to resume its journey by 1.46 pm. Barely 25 minutes later, at 2.10 pm, the same two coaches detached again when the train halted at Sanjan station in Gujarat

Tamil Nadu: Death toll in Karur stampede climbs to 41

Among the deceased are 18 women, 13 men, five young girls, and five young boys, bringing the total to 41. So far, 34 victims are from the Karur district, two each from the Erode, Tiruppur, and Dindigul districts, and 1 from the Salem district.

‘Wanted to see Vijay at any cost’: Families in Tamil Nadu’s Emoor mourn 5 lives lost in Karur rally stampede

K Sakthivel, who lost his wife and 14-year-old daughter, sat in grief. He said both his wife and daughter were devoted fans of Vijay and insisted on attending the rally in Karur despite his pleas to return home due to the swelling crowd.

Denied entry without passes, mob storms Ahmedabad garba event, attacks organisers

The incident happened between 11.15 pm on September 26 and 1.45 am on September 27 at the “Ras Ra” garba, held at Basera party plot in Ahmedabad’s Bopal area. The complaint was filed by Hiteshsinh Dashrathsinh Parmar (33), one of the organisers, who also runs a restaurant.

Yamuna clean-up in focus: Who is Rajeev Verma, Delhi's new chief secretary?

The new chief secretary is a familiar figure in the capital’s administration. Originally from Uttar Pradesh, Rajeev Verma brings a strong technical academic foundation to the role.

'All fine in hospital, receiving treatment': Retired judge in charge of inquiry into Karur stampede

The tragic incident occurred on Saturday, when a massive crowd at TVK chief Vijay's rally reportedly turned chaotic, triggering panic.

New direct flights from Bengaluru to Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaisalmer this winter

The new routes give Bengaluru travellers convenient access to Rajasthan’s rich heritage and desert landscapes, just in time for the busy travel season.

Viral kissing video at Vadodara garba night costs couple dearly - 'Quick departure from India'

The controversy has concluded with the couple's departure from India. A senior police officer said that following the incident and their apology, the couple have now returned to their home in Australia.

Light to moderate showers in Mumbai; 'orange alert' in place

The IMD has sounded an 'orange alert' for Mumbai and suburbs, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall on Monday. Most parts of the city witnessed light or moderate showers in the morning.

Telangana weather: Hyderabad, nearby districts brace for another spell of heavy rain

The IMD–New Delhi said a new low-pressure system is expected to develop over the Bay of Bengal around October 1 or 2, triggering widespread rainfall across Telangana during the first week of October.

How Delhi is planning to save its lungs from another smoggy winter

Despite the government's action plan, air quality experts warn that a fundamental shift in focus is critical.

Art director as Ram, engineer as Dashrath: Meet the faces behind Lal Qila’s Ramlila

The Shri Dharmic Leela Committee’s Ramlila takes place at Madhav Das Park Das Park, Red Fort Grounds, Old Delhi.

UP to hold trade shows across all districts from Oct 9 following Greater Noida fair success

The district-level fairs are intended to bring similar market access to smaller towns and rural areas across the state.

‘When 20,000 people push against police...’: ADGP details stampede at actor Vijay's rally in Karur

The ADGP dismissed rumours of stone-pelting, confirming that no such violence was reported.

Fake PMO links, ‘BRICS’ ties, hotel-hopping: How Delhi ‘Godman’ Chaitanyananda evaded police for 2 months

Chaitanyananda Saraswati, alias Parthasarathy, who is facing allegations of sexual harassment and fraud, allegedly changed locations over the past two months, moving through Mathura, Agra and Vrindavan, and stayed in 13 hotels to avoid detection.

Maharashtra rains: Mumbai, Pune on red alert as heavy rains claim 10 lives across state; 12,000 rescued

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai, Pune, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar districts, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall on Monday.

Delhi loudspeaker exemption explained: The law, the courts and the 15-day rule

This move provides a two-hour extension from the standard 10 pm cut-off for events like Ramlila and Durga Puja.