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Thunderstorm Alert for Delhi: IMD Predicts Two Days of Unsettled Weather

New Delhi : The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi on Friday, warning of moderate to heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds that may reach speeds of up to 70 kilometres per hour. The two-day forecast has prompted authorities to stay on high alert, especially in areas prone to waterlogging…

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Kalyan-Dombivli Records First COVID-19 Death in Maharashtra

New Delhi : The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) in Maharashtra’s Thane district has confirmed its first COVID-19 fatality amid a recent surge in coronavirus infections across parts of the state, including the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. According to Dr. Deepa Shukla, the officer in charge of KDMC’s Medical Health Department, the deceased was a woman who…

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Chennai Court Convicts Gnanasekaran in Anna University Sexual Assault Case

Chennai : Chennai Mahila Court on Wednesday found Gnanasekaran guilty in the high-profile sexual assault case involving a student of Anna University. The court concluded that the prosecution had “proved the case beyond reasonable doubt,” delivering justice in a case that had drawn widespread public attention and concern over campus safety. Gnanasekaran, a biryani hawker…

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IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Warning; Heatwave May Persist in West Rajasthan

New Delhi : The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather warnings predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places across several regions today. Coastal Karnataka, Kerala, Mahe, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are expected to experience intense rain showers, posing potential risks of flooding and disruption. Additionally, the IMD has forecasted very heavy…

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Jammu & Kashmir : Over 100 Livestock Killed by Lightning in Rajouri

J&K : In a tragic natural calamity, more than 100 sheep and goats were killed after a lightning strike hit a shepherds’ camp in the upper reaches of Budhal sub-division in Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir. The incident occurred late yesterday amid intense thunderstorms and hailstorm activity in the region. According to officials, the livestock…

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Amritsar Blast: Suspected Terrorist Injured as Authorities Probe Possible Terror Angle

Amritsar : A powerful explosion rocked the Majitha Road Bypass area of Punjab’s Amritsar on Tuesday morning, injuring a suspected terrorist and prompting a high-level investigation into the possibility of a terror plot. The blast occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m., sending panic across the vicinity, which is typically busy during the early hours. Initially, officials…

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YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra Sent to 14-Day Judicial Custody in Espionage Case

Haryana : Haryana-based YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra was produced before the Hisar District Court today under heavy security, following her recent arrest on charges of espionage. The court has ordered 14 days of judicial custody while investigations continue into her alleged links with Pakistan’s intelligence agency. Jyoti Malhotra, a social media content creator from Hisar, was…

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Punjab becomes India’s first state to launch bribery-free property registration: Arvind Kejriwal

NEW DELHI / PUNJAB: In a landmark step to dismantle corruption and simplify governance, Punjab on Monday became the first state in India to offer a seamless, transparent, and corruption-free property registration system. Launching the ‘Easy Registry’ initiative from Mohali, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann declared an end to the…

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Amritsar Councillor Harjinder Singh Bahman’s Murder: Four Arrested

Amritsar: In a significant breakthrough, Amritsar Police on Sunday arrested four men in connection with the murder of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) municipal councillor Harjinder Singh Bahman. The councillor from Jandiala Guru was shot dead in broad daylight on Saturday evening while visiting a crowded market in Amritsar. The brazen attack has reignited concerns over…

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Mumbai Soaked as Monsoon Arrives Early

Mumbai : Mumbai witnessed widespread disruption today as overnight and early morning rains submerged several parts of the city, marking a chaotic start to the monsoon season which arrived 12 days ahead of schedule. The relentless downpour caused waterlogging in multiple low-lying areas, severely impacting road, rail, and air traffic across India’s financial capital. Heavy…

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