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According to the IMD, districts including Akola, Wardha and Amravati are expected to witness heatwave to severe heatwave conditions at a few places. Warm night conditions were also reported at isolated locations, adding to discomfort levels across the Vidarbha region

The Delhi government has launched the Hauslon Ki Udaan Talent Hunt scheme to identify and nurture hidden talent among youth aged 16 to 35. The initiative, expected to draw over 25,000 participants across all 70 constituencies, will provide a platform for young people to showcase skills in arts, music, theatre and digital creativity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with Italian President Sergio Mattarella in Rome during the final leg of his five-nation tour. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties across trade, investment, defence, clean energy and innovation under the India-Italy Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-2029

PM Narendra Modis visit to Rome featured several warm and personal moments with his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni. From gifting packets of Melody toffees and candid car ride conversations to their Colosseum visit and Melonis affectionate welcome, the duos chemistry once again went viral

The viral Melodi trend, a blend of Modi and Meloni, gained further momentum after PM Modi gifted Meloni a pack of Melody toffees during the visit

Rahul Gandhi alleged that the government is focusing on publicity rather than real governance, calling it a theatrical gimmick. He also reiterated his warning of an economic storm, questioning fuel price hikes and past policy decisions.

CM Adhikari, in his maiden visit to North Bengal after becoming the chief minister, said people have already started receiving the benefits of the announcements made by the BJP in its manifesto

Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu said India must remain prepared for any possible fallout from the escalating West Asia crisis, though the current situation is not immediately worrying

The Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government is likely to undertake its first Cabinet expansion on Thursday, with Congress expected to get representation as the exercise aims to balance alliance interests, regional representation and pending portfolio allocations

The family of late Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died by suicide at her matrimonial home in Bhopal on May 12, has approached the court seeking a second postmortem at AIIMS Delhi

According to wildlife officials, the students found the wild cat in an injured condition inside the Panvel hostel premises. They secured the animal and immediately alerted the Forest Department

The IMD said the southwest monsoon has further advanced into parts of the south Arabian Sea, Maldives-Comorin region, south Bay of Bengal and sections of the northeast Bay of Bengal. Conditions remain favourable for its further advance into additional parts of the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and northeastern states over the next two to three days

The strike has been called by the All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists (AIOCD), which has given a call for this one-day strike to oppose illegal e-pharmacy operations and predatory pricing by large corporate companies, etc

In the video posted online, the Italian Prime Minister was seen speaking about the gift while sharing a light moment with PM Modi

Authorities introduced multiple result-access options to reduce server congestion and ensure smooth and quick availability of results for students across the state

Senior US officials said Washington had already committed about USD 23 million in bilateral humanitarian and health assistance and was preparing a much larger package to fund up to 50 Ebola treatment centres and clinics in affected areas

Donald Trump said the US military was fully prepared for an operation before Gulf nations urged Washington to delay any immediate action

The primary areas of cooperation outlined in the agreement include collaboration on countering evolving cyber threats, protecting critical military infrastructure, and sharing best practices in digital defence and enhancing institutional mechanisms for information sharing to boost situational awareness and regional security

PM Modi shared pictures from the meeting on social media platform X and said he looked forward to detailed discussions with Meloni on expanding cooperation between the two countries

In a statement issued, the Department of War mentions it has reduced the total number of Brigade Combat Teams (BCTs) assigned to Europe from four to three, returning them to the levels of 2021

According to a White House official cited by Axios, Trump will participate in the annual summit scheduled to take place from June 15 to 17 in Evian-les-Bains

What was needed was a large-scale operation to weed out illegal seat occupation and see that only genuine passengers get their seats

Vance said the US remains committed to negotiations with Iran but made it clear that Washington would not compromise on preventing Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons

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Officials said the accused has been identified as 40-year-old Vinay Rai alias Pumpum Rai, originally hailing from the Zamani area of Uttar Pradesh`s Ghazipur

PM Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Meloni and meet President Sergio Mattarella

The protest has been organised to highlight concerns over what chemists describe as inadequate regulation of online medicine sales

The protest march was organised following a large workers convention and rally at the private company, where labourers and truck drivers have been agitating for the past 40 days

A firing incident was reported during the intervening night of May 19 and 20 in the Welcome area, it added.

Neighbouring Latvia also issued a drone alert, with NATO Baltic Air Police jets summoned to the area. Ukraine has stepped up drone attacks on Russia

The arrested accused were identified as Nikunj Borsania, 32, and Kadivar Nilesh Bhai, 34.

The bench emphatically stated that ordering the euthanasia of stray dogs is the most important direction it is issuing to authorities and officials of civic bodies

The visit coincides with the 25th anniversary of the Sino-Russian Treaty of Friendship signed in 2001

The gas is also used to forge steel, create methanol, and produce fertiliser.

Addressing a press conference, Khan said he took the decision keeping Faltas interests in mind

The legislative push comes in the wake of military strikes in February that resulted in the death of Irans Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Two children drowned in an open wastewater collection pit in Maharashtras Latur, triggering protests and action against civic officials. The Latur Municipal Corporation suspended two employees, while police registered a culpable homicide case over alleged negligence in securing the hazardous pit

A 30-year-old autorickshaw driver was critically injured after being attacked with a machete on Punes Katraj-Narhe road. The victim fell off a bridge during the assault and sustained severe injuries. Police have arrested three accused, linking the attack to an old passenger dispute

The Ministry of Education has announced major reforms at the National Testing Agency, appointing four senior officers and opening applications for CTO, CFO and HR leadership roles. The overhaul follows NEET 2026 controversy and aims to improve transparency, technology, and exam integrity

India and the Nordic countries have elevated their ties to a Green Technology and Innovation Strategic Partnership during the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with leaders of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland

The strike call was reportedly issued by the All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists (AIOCD) due to concerns regarding the regulation and functioning of e-pharmacies

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar, who runs Renukai Chemistry Classes (RCC) in Latur, for his alleged role in the NEET (Undergraduate) paper leak case

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday warned of difficult economic times ahead, claiming an impending economic shock would severely impact youth, labourers and small traders while criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi over austerity measures

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Secretary (West) Sibi George, and other officials attended the meeting

The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed petitions seeking modification of its directions on stray dog relocation and sterilisation, stressing that the right to live with dignity includes freedom from threats posed by dog bites and directing states to strengthen infrastructure for stray animal management

The BJP on Tuesday defended the latest petrol and diesel price hike, saying Indias increase remains among the lowest globally outside Gulf economies despite rising crude prices and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz due to the West Asia conflict

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Iceland Prime Minister Kristrun Mjoll Frostadottir in Oslo ahead of the third India-Nordic Summit. The meeting comes as India looks to deepen cooperation with Nordic countries in green energy, maritime affairs and innovation

Iran on Tuesday criticised German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over accusations linked to the UAE nuclear facility strike, alleging Western double standards and selective application of international law while defending its stance on regional security

The Central Board of Secondary Education said its Class 12 re-evaluation portal is functioning properly despite students reporting login issues and technical glitches. The board said only minor login-related complaints were received and advised candidates to retry if they face temporary access problems

After appearing before investigators, Pawan Khera said he had fully cooperated with the investigation and confirmed that he had been asked to appear again on May 25