Storm, Lightning and Heavy Rain Kill 89 in Uttar Pradesh; CM Yogi Orders Urgent Relief Measures

Lucknow — At least 89 people lost their lives and 53 others were injured after severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, hailstorms and lightning strikes swept across several districts of Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday evening, officials said.

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Very good boy, unfortunate that he is no longer with us: Akhilesh Yadav on Prateek Yadav's demise

Lucknow: Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday mourned the untimely demise of his step-brother Prateek Yadav, calling him a "very good body" who was always mindful about his health and fitness. The…

CBI probe extends to Kerala in NEET leak case

Thiruvananthapuram: The widening investigation into the NEET question paper leak has now cast a shadow over Kerala, with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probing the possible involvement of students from two districts in…

Morgan Stanley Projects India’s GDP Growth at 6.8% in 2026 Despite Global Energy Concerns

New Delhi: Global brokerage firm Morgan Stanley has projected India’s GDP growth at a healthy 6.8 per cent in 2026, driven by strong domestic demand, government-led capital expenditure and improving industrial activity across Asia.

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Pakistan’s neutrality under scrutiny amid claims of sheltering Iranian aircraft during US-Iran tensions

Washington: Pakistan’s claim of acting as a neutral diplomatic intermediary during the recent tensions between Iran and the United States has come under fresh scrutiny following allegations that Iranian military aircraft were quietly stationed…

CBI to probe murder of Suvendu Adhikari’s aide Chandranath Rath

Kolkata: The Central Bureau of Investigation will take over the investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, the personal assistant of senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, officials confirmed on Tuesday.

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'Meaningful appeal’: PM Modi's message to save fuel, cut gold spending praised by UP, Bihar Ministers

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal urging citizens to conserve fuel, reduce non-essential consumption, and support the economy amid global disruptions has drawn strong support from leaders in Uttar Pradesh and…

NEET 2026 exam cancelled, CBI to probe paper leak

New Delhi: The NTA has cancelled the 2026 NEET examination and govt has ordered ordered CBI probe ibn the paper leak. The cancellation of NEET 2026 has created widespread concern among students, parents, and educational institutions…

Thunderstorm Threat Looms Large Over Jharkhand as Weather Alert Continues Till May 16

Jamshedpur: Jharkhand is likely to remain under the grip of unstable weather for the next several days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) extending its thunderstorm and lightning alert across the state till May 16. Rain, lightning, and…

Rahul Gandhi targets Centre, says people now being told what to buy, where to go

New Delhi: After Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people to cut fuel use and avoid foreign travel amid the global energy crisis due to the US-Iran war, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi remarked that over the span of 12 years, the country…