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The IMD has issued an "orange alert" (be prepared) for the districts of Garhwa, Palamu and Chatra, and a "yellow alert" (be aware) for Latehar, Hazaribag, Bokaro, Koderma, Giridih, and Dhanbad till October 4.

Dasara festive surge: Telangana liquor sales touch Rs 1,000 crore in just 4 days

Dasara liquor sales: Liquor sales in Telangana have shown consistent growth since the state’s formation in 2014.

MP teacher, wife bury newborn alive over fear of losing job under two-child policy

The couple’s fourth child, a baby boy, survived after villagers heard his cries from beneath the stones, rescued him, and rushed him to the hospital in Chhindwara district. Under MP's two-child policy, no government employee can have more than two children.

From dirty chats to fake UN cars: 10 chilling revelations in Delhi 'godman' Chaitanyananda case

rom incriminating WhatsApp chats to financial manipulations and witness testimonies, the case has become one of the most closely followed in the capital.

Delhi weather: Rain, thunderstorms likely in city during day

The maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to settle around 35 degrees Celsius. Rain and thunderstorms are likely during the day, the IMD said.

‘We know how many hotels you …’: Russian YouTuber alleges harassment at Delhi FRRO

Russian influencer and YouTuber Kristina Kumar claimed two women officials at the Foreigners Regional Registration Office in Delhi posed questions she felt were irrelevant to the visa process. Feeling uneasy with the ‘intrusive’ queries, Kumar messaged her boyfriend about her discomfort.

Bareilly on edge after 'I Love Muhammad' row, markets deserted as police crackdown intensifies

Congress MP Imran Masood alleged that he was placed under house arrest to stop him from visiting Bareilly, though police denied the charge.

Bareilly violence: 2 'outsiders' with criminal history nabbed after gunfight with cops

Earlier in the day, two persons allegedly involved in the September 26 violence were arrested following an encounter in the CB Ganj area, police said, as the crackdown continued on suspected rioters and its support providers.

At 221 feet, water-proof Ravan effigy for Kota Dussehra set to create record

The effigy for Kota Dussehra is set to enter the Asia Book of Records and the India Book of Records as the tallest effigy of Ravan, surpassing the record set in Delhi where a 210 feet Ravan effigy went up in flames on Dussehra in 2024.

Noida village worships Ravan as 'son of the soil', not a demon to be burnt on Dussehra

Locals also narrate legends of an underground tunnel that once connected the temple to Dudeshwar Mahadev in Ghaziabad.

Rajasthan cough syrup horror: 2 kids dead, 10 ill; doctor drinks it to prove safety and faints

Since July, over 1.33 lakh bottles had already been given to patients. Nearly 8,200 bottles are still stocked at SMS Hospital in Jaipur but are no longer being issued.

Chhattisgarh’s Balod becomes country’s first child marriage-free district

Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 'Child Marriage-Free India' campaign, launched on August 27, 2024, Chhattisgarh has achieved a historic milestone, the state government said in a release.

Maharashtra primary school bags Community Choice Award in UK

ZP School Jalindarnagar, a primary school in Taluka Khed, Maharashtra, has been recognised for revolutionising public-school education by providing quality student-led learning with its Subject Friend system, a peer-learning model where students of different ages teach and learn from each other.

Rajasthan sees light to moderate rainfall

The department has forecast the possibility of more thunderstorms and rainfall on Wednesday, particularly over parts of Jaipur, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions. Heavy rainfall is expected in isolated areas of the Shekhawati region comprising Sikar, Jhunjhunu districts and nearby areas

Explained: Best routes, distance and travel time to Navi Mumbai airport from across city

Navi Mumbai International Airport will be the second airport in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and its airport code is 'NMI'. The project is being developed in five phases.

Navi Mumbai International Airport inauguration on Oct 8

The project is being implemented by Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd, in which Adani Group has a 74 per cent stake and the remaining 26 per cent is with the Maharashtra government's land development authority CIDCO.

Pizza, vouchers, movie tickets: NPCL rolls out reward scheme for on-time bill payments

To check accumulated points and redeem vouchers, consumers can log on to the NPCL website —www.noidapower.com — with their registered email ID or mobile number.

Stolen or sold? The strange case of elephant theft in Jharkhand, interstate hunt and a shocking twist

Around two weeks ago, Narendra Kumar Shukla, a resident of Jaunpur in Uttar Pradesh, filed a police complaint in Palamu district of Jharkhand. He alleged that his elephant, Jayamati, was stolen while being transported from Ranchi in Jharkhand to Jaunpur.

Air India and Airbus forge new pilot training hub in Gurugram to power aviation ambitions

The Advanced Pilot Training Centre in Gurugram will be equipped with 10 full-flight simulators (FFSs), advanced classrooms and briefing rooms.

Two Tamil Nadu cops rape teen in front of her sister during routine vehicle check; arrested

The 19-year-old was travelling in a truck along with two men and her sister on Bypass Road in Tamil Nadu when constables Sunder and Suresh Raj, attached to the District East Police Station in Tiruvannamalai, stopped the vehicle for a routine inspection.

UP man, 75, marries 35-year-old woman in Jaunpur, dies day after wedding

The sudden death has triggered speculation in the village. While some residents describe it as a natural turn of events, others believe the circumstances are suspicious.

Madhya Pradesh tragedy: Probe launched after 6 children die of kidney failure in 15 days; 2 cough syrups banned

Six children, all under the age of five, have died from kidney failure in the Chhindwara district within a fortnight. The investigation took a critical turn when kidney biopsies revealed the presence of diethylene glycol, a toxic chemical used in antifreeze and a known cause of pharmaceutical poisoning.

A birthday party, a ride home, a tragedy: Three generations wiped out in one night in Delhi crash

Shahid, the family patriarch, his son Faiz and 12-year-old grandson Hamza were returning from a relative’s birthday party in Nawada. They were on a single motorcycle when the horrific crash occurred near the Mukundpur Flyover on the Outer Ring Road in Delhi.

Delhi cybercrime FIRs: Why only 407 were registered in 2023 despite 450 daily complaints

The stark discrepancy stems from a critical policy and resource constraint: the Delhi Police do not convert the majority of complaints into formal FIRs. Officials attribute this to a severe staff shortage within its specialised cyber units.

Bengaluru fills 13,000 potholes, DK Shivakumar promises 'permanent solution' to city's road woes

Authorities have identified an additional 4,000–5,000 potholes in Bengaluru, which will be filled in phases. Last week, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had directed civic authorities to make all city roads motorable within 30 days.

Delhi govt plans new Rs 500 crore flyover to ease traffic at Kashmiri Gate ISBT

The stretch around ISBT has long been one of Delhi’s most challenging traffic spots. The PWD has been tasked with preparing a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the flyover.

Lessons on RSS, freedom fighters to be taught in Delhi schools under new 'Rashtraneeti' curriculum

Designed for classes I to XII of government schools in Delhi, Rashtraneeti aims to promote civic awareness, ethical governance, and national pride, drawing from India’s diverse history of leaders, movements, and institutions.

Luxury gifts, honeytraps, flight job promises: The elaborate tactics of Delhi 'godman' Chaitanyanand

Delhi Police said Chaitanyanand Saraswati’s office was meticulously arranged to mimic a luxury suite, a setting used to impress women visiting him. He allegedly lured them with promises of employment as flight stewards or roles at his institute, using these pretexts to initiate contact.

This metro is now 3rd most dangerous city in India. The answer isn't Delhi or Mumbai

According to the National Crime Records Bureau’s (NCRB) ‘Crime in India 2023’ report, Bengaluru has emerged as India’s third most violent metro city after Delhi and Mumbai, recording 3,528 violent crimes in 2023, a sharp 47% rise in three years, according to NCRB data.

Mumbai records highest economic fraud cases among metros in 2023: NCRB

In the list of metropolitan cities, Mumbai was followed by Hyderabad with 5,728 cases of economic offences registered, whereas Jaipur occupied the third spot with 5,304 such cases.

Video: Drunk man wields machete, attacks Zepto delivery agent in Bengaluru

A video of the incident, which has gone viral on social media, shows the man arriving on a two-wheeler, stepping off, and striking the Zepto delivery agent on the back with the weapon near a warehouse in Bengaluru's VV Puram.

Delhi ‘godman’ Chaitanyananda tricked police with UK number before arrest, boasted of calling CJI

"As soon as the case was registered, Chaitanyananda Saraswati told some girls that he was 'untouchable' and even boasted, 'I'll call the Chief Justice right now'," Delhi Police said.

'Dubai Sheikh wants sex partner': Police uncover disturbing WhatsApp chats of Delhi 'godman' Chaitanyananda

One of the most shocking conversations shows self-styled godman Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati asking a student to arrange a meeting for a “Dubai Sheikh.”

'I Love Muhammad' row: Bareilly cleric's close aide arrested after encounter, 8 properties identified for demolition

The Bareilly authorities have identified eight allegedly illegal properties linked to associates of Ittehad-e-Millat Council chief cleric Tauqeer Raza Khan for demolition action.

Delhi-NCR on yellow alert: IMD predicts more rain in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad

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.