The Times of India

Despite health challenges and requiring dialysis thrice weekly, 94-year-old former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda remains actively involved in politics, attending Parliament and meetings. His persistence, rooted in grassroots mobilization and agrarian concerns, has shaped regional leadership and coalition politics, though recent family controversies have impacted his party's image.

Fuel prices have seen another surge, with petrol and diesel rates climbing by approximately 90 paise per litre. This marks the second increase in under a week, driven by escalating global crude oil prices due to the West Asian conflict.

Bengaluru experienced heavy rain, thunder, and lightning on Monday evening, causing severe waterlogging and massive traffic jams across multiple areas. The downpour disrupted peak-hour commutes, leaving many stranded as roads and underpasses submerged. Flight schedules to and from the city were also impacted due to the adverse weather.

Tourists to watch jumbos from a safe point at a distance of 100 feet

A father in Tumakuru murdered his 17-year-old daughter over her choice of groom, then faked his own disappearance. He drowned her in a farm well and buried her body. Police, alerted by a friend, apprehended the man who was seeking anticipatory bail, finally solving the month-long mystery.

As India navigates rapid urbanization, it faces a pressing crisis: approximately 35% of the world's most polluted affluent cities are located here. While major metropolitan areas are making strides towards cleaner urban living, numerous smaller cities continue to depend on fossil fuels for transportation, manufacturing, and energy.

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