Gen Z Redefines Political Dissent in South Asia
From Sri Lanka to India, Gen Z movements like the Cockroach Janata Party use satire and digital tools to protest political fatigue and demand accountability.
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Kolkata Nighttime Heat Stress Crisis Hits Poor Hardest
Kolkata faces a worsening nighttime heat stress crisis due to rising temperatures and humidity, with low-income populations suffering most, as per a new study.
Chennai Sizzles at 42°C as Heatwave Persists Across TN
Chennai temperatures soar to 42°C as heatwave grips Tamil Nadu. Nungambakkam records 40.7°C, Meenambakkam 42°C. Tiruttani hottest at 41.5°C. Hill stations remain cooler.
Chennai Zoo Upgrades for Summer with New Facilities
Arignar Anna Zoological Park in Chennai unveils upgrades including rest sheds, restrooms, animal enclosures, and roads to handle summer crowds and improve visitor experience.
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Koraput-Puri Train: Demand for Deomali Express, Direct Delhi Link
A delegation from Koraput has demanded naming the new Koraput-Puri train as Deomali Express and sought direct rail connectivity to New Delhi to boost regional development.
Uttarakhand Heatwave: Dehradun at 40.2°C, Hills Unusually Warm
Uttarakhand continues to experience intense heat with Dehradun above 40°C for two days. Hill stations like Mukteshwar record temperatures 6°C above normal. Relief expected in coming days.
Man Desh water crisis: elderly bear brunt as youth migrate
In Maharashtra's Man Desh region, elderly residents like 80-year-old Bhiku Jadhav walk miles for water as younger family members migrate for work, highlighting a deepening crisis.
Punjab Governor Urges Action on Buddha Nullah Pollution
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria calls for urgent measures to curb Buddha Nullah pollution, noting that Rajasthan suffers most, with a 'cancer train' running from the state.
Assam Rifles Peace Meeting with CSOs in Manipur
Assam Rifles held a high-level meeting with 25 CSO representatives in Tamenglong, Manipur, to strengthen peace and communal harmony amid ethnic tensions.
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Olive Ridley Turtle Season Ends with 6,173 Hatchlings in Goa
Olive ridley turtle nesting season in Goa ends with 6,173 hatchlings released from Agonda and Galgibaga nurseries, fewer than last year due to climatic conditions.
Bihar Heatwave: Schools Shut in 10 Districts as Temp Crosses 40°C
Intense heatwave in Bihar forces school closures in 10 districts, with Patna recording real feel of 50°C. Health officials warn of rising heatstroke cases.
Delhi Cooling Zones Offer Respite at 45°C
As Delhi's temperature hits 45°C, the government's cooling zones provide relief with air coolers, water, and ORS, though limitations like broken water coolers and incomplete amenities persist.
Punjab Sacrilege Cases Stalled as SC Stay Continues
Three 2015 sacrilege cases in Punjab remain stalled in a Chandigarh court due to a Supreme Court stay, pending a petition by Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim challenging the state's withdrawal of CBI investigation.
Odisha migrant killed in Moscow drone attack cremated
A Ramaya, a migrant worker from Ganjam, was killed in a drone attack in Moscow. His body reached his village after district administration intervention, and last rites were performed amid grief.
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Bihar Minister Praises Telkap Panchayat for National Award
Bihar Panchayati Raj Minister Deepak Prakash met Telkap mukhiya Anita Toppo, congratulating her for winning second place in the Nanaji Deshmukh Best Panchayat Sustainable Development Award.
Indians Top UK Visas; Emigration Up 29%
Indian nationals received 138,000 long-term UK visas in 2025, leading non-EU categories despite an 11% decline. Emigration of Indians rose 29% to 75,000, amid policy changes reducing overall migration.
Wangchuk Joins Ladakh Talks with Centre for First Time
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk will participate in Ladakh talks with the Centre as part of a delegation for the first time since 2023. The meeting includes LAB and KDA representatives.
Delhi Records Warmest May Night in 14 Years Amid Heatwave
Delhi experienced its warmest May night in 14 years as the heatwave persists. The minimum temperature at Safdarjung was 31.9°C, 5.2 degrees above normal. An orange alert is in place till May 27.
Punjab Farm Fires Reach 9,615; Ferozepur Worst Affected
Punjab recorded 47 fresh stubble burning cases on Thursday, bringing the total to 9,615. Ferozepur leads with 909 cases. Across India, Madhya Pradesh accounts for over 50% of crop residue burning since 2022.
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Air France, Airbus Guilty of Manslaughter in 2009 Crash
A Paris appeals court found Air France and Airbus guilty of manslaughter for the 2009 crash of Flight 447, which killed all 228 on board. The companies were fined €225,000 each.
27 Maoists Surrender in Jharkhand Under Operation Navjeevan
27 Maoists surrendered in Jharkhand under Operation Navjeevan, marking a major step towards making the state Naxal-free. DGP Mishra and CM Soren welcomed the move.
Trump Vows to Destroy Iran's Uranium After Khamenei Refusal
US President Donald Trump threatens to destroy Iran's uranium stockpile after Supreme Leader Khamenei vows not to hand it over. Tensions escalate over nuclear program.
Trump Confirms Imminent Intervention in Cuba, Military Action Possible
Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio announce plans to intervene in Cuba, citing Russian and Chinese intelligence networks and advanced weapons near Florida.
Over 11,900 Unaccompanied Minors Found at Mumbai Stations
Since 2021, railway police in Mumbai have found 11,974 unaccompanied minors on premises, with 99% reunited with parents. Teenage girl rescued at Kalyan station highlights the trend.
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Ludhiana Scorches at 43°C, Orange Alert Issued for Heat Wave
Ludhiana faces severe heat with day temperature hitting 43°C. Met department issues orange alert for heat wave conditions for next four days, advising precautions.
Kolkata Airport Mosque Relocation Push Gains Momentum
Efforts to relocate the 136-year-old Gouripur Jame Masjid from Kolkata airport's secondary runway area have intensified after the state government change, with officials citing safety and operational constraints.
Man dies in clash over illegal coal trade in Dhanbad
A 45-year-old man died from gunshot wounds and nine were arrested after a violent clash over illegal coal trade control in Dhanbad's Bansjora area. The main accused remains absconding.
Four Drown in Separate Incidents Across Kolhapur District
Four people drowned in separate incidents in Kolhapur district between Wednesday and Thursday. Bodies were recovered, and authorities urge caution near water bodies.
Kolhapur Forest Dept Hatches Crocodile Eggs in First Effort
In a pioneering conservation effort, the Kolhapur forest department successfully hatched nine crocodile eggs found along the Krishna river basin and released them into their natural habitat.
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Dhanbad Police Busts Marijuana Smuggling Racket at Railway Yard
Dhanbad Police and RPF arrested two smugglers and seized 5 kg of marijuana from a railway yard near Kathpul Baramasia, busting a racket using trains for transport.
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