Jitendra Singh

In a troubling development, Santosh Kumar, a data entry operator at a child development office in Patna, was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs37,100. Reports suggest he was attempting to siphon off a large chunk of funds earmarked for nutrition and eggs meant for 17 Anganwadi centers.

The India Meteorological Department has launched an AI-enabled monsoon forecasting system offering localized weather information up to four weeks in advance for farmers. A pilot service for Uttar Pradesh provides high-resolution rainfall forecasts at 1km resolution for up to 10 days, utilizing advanced AI and observational data.

Uttar Pradesh reels from devastating rains and thunderstorms, claiming over 100 lives and causing significant damage to homes and livestock. The state government has pledged Rs 4 lakh compensation for each deceased and is actively monitoring relief efforts. Meanwhile, advanced AI-powered weather forecasting systems have been launched to enhance early warnings for extreme weather events nationwide.

Following the Madhya Pradesh High Court's ruling that the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex is a temple of Goddess Saraswati, caveat pleas were filed in the Supreme Court. These precautionary legal notices were lodged by Hindu litigants anticipating a challenge to the verdict from the Muslim side.

Uttar Pradesh has launched an AI-driven High Spatial Resolution Rainfall Forecast (HSRRF) system, offering up to 10-day, one-km accuracy rainfall predictions. Developed by IMD, IITM, and NCMRWF, it integrates extensive observational data. This system aims to significantly improve planning for agriculture and disaster management across the state.

The India Meteorological Department has launched an AI-enabled monsoon forecasting system and a high-resolution rainfall forecast for Uttar Pradesh. These services will provide precise, location-specific weather information up to four weeks in advance to support farmers and various sectors. The initiative marks a shift towards impact-based forecasting.

A Hindu party has filed a caveat in the Supreme Court regarding the Bhojshala complex dispute. The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled the site a temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, empowering the Centre and ASI to manage it. The court also set aside a 2003 order allowing Friday namaz, suggesting the Muslim community seek alternative land for a mosque.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh assured citizens that India is prepared for global supply chain disruptions, with ample petroleum products and robust foreign exchange reserves. He urged fuel conservation to ease the nation's financial burden amid high international crude prices. The government is implementing measures for fuel efficiency and responsible consumption.

India and Japan on Wednesday strengthened their cooperation in emerging technologies and health research, with both countries exchanging agreements in the fields of quantum science and medical devices during a high-level bilateral meeting in New Delhi.

The Dutch Ambassador’s residence, adorned with paintings by Vincent van Gogh and sunflowers – among the most recognisable symbols of his work – recently hosted King’s Day

Exports Touch Rs 23,622 Cr as India Scales Up Manufacturing

Fame changes many people, but some never forget the contribution of those who helped them succeed in their journey. India middle-order batter Jemimah Rodrigues, one of the heroes of the Women in Blue’s 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup triumph, on Sunday gifted her childhood coach Prashant Shetty a brand-new SUV.

In a startling incident at the Rosera sub-divisional hospital, Anil Ram, a clerk, was taken into custody by the Vigilance Investigation Bureau in Samastipur. He was found in the act of accepting a hefty bribe of Rs 1 lakh, right on the bustling main road near Sub-Division Chowk.

In Assam, Congress stalwarts DK Shivakumar and Gaurav Gogoi are gearing up for the vote counting process, radiating optimism in the face of exit poll forecasts.

In a remarkable stride towards transparency, Bihar's Vigilance Investigation Bureau has marked an impressive milestone by filing its 50th corruption case as of April 29, the quickest it has done in the last six years.

The Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, a 20-coach semi-high-speed train, commenced operations on May 2, 2026, marking a historic connection between the two cities. This new service significantly reduces travel time to under five hours, offering a reliable, all-weather alternative to road travel and boosting regional tourism and economic growth.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday flagged off the 20-coach Vande Bharat Express connecting Jammu and Srinagar, marking the first direct rail link between the two capitals of Jammu and Kashmir.