Orange Line Work Delayed by Traffic at Chingrighata
Phase II of bridging the Orange Line viaduct gap at Chingrighata in Kolkata started over an hour late due to heavy traffic. The 60-hour block aims to complete the deck between piers 318 and 319.
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Telangana Heatwave: Sirpur Hits 46.5°C, No Respite Soon
Telangana faces severe heatwave for third day, with Sirpur recording 46.5°C. Several districts above 46°C; Hyderabad relatively cooler at 40.7°C.
Heatwave drives 31% beer sales surge in Andhra Pradesh
Beer sales in Andhra Pradesh surged 31.4% in April 2025 as temperatures crossed 45°C. Sales hit 29.88 lakh cases, with May seeing a 35% increase. Excise officials cite prolonged heatwave and changing consumer preferences.
Selaulim Dam Water Release Resumes After 6-Day Halt
After a six-day halt due to pipeline bursts, water release from Selaulim dam to Opa for Khandepar river rejuvenation resumed on Thursday. Repairs completed, one pump started.
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Russia seeks Gujarat ties in shipbuilding, maritime, education
Russian Consul General Ivan Fetisov met Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, expressing interest in shipbuilding, maritime activities, and education. Patel highlighted Gujarat's port-led development.
Sonipat Truck Strike Disrupts Supply Chains Across Delhi NCR
A three-day transporters' strike in Delhi NCR has severely disrupted goods transportation, with thousands of trucks off roads in Sonipat, impacting supply chains and essential commodities.
Architect Gerard da Cunha to Restore Panaji Mangrove Boardwalk
Architect Gerard da Cunha plans to repair and maintain Panaji's mangrove boardwalk after learning it would be dismantled. He will propose crowdfunding for the Rs 75 lakh restoration.
Night flights at Darbhanga airport likely to begin soon
JD(U) leader Sanjay Kumar Jha met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who assured support for night flight services at Darbhanga airport. The airport may also be declared international.
Officials Visit Bhitarkanika to Boost Eco-Tourism
Tourism secretary Balwant Singh and principal secretary NBS Rajput visited Bhitarkanika National Park to plan eco-tourism initiatives in India's second-largest mangrove forest.
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Mizoram Rajya Sabha Election on June 18
The Election Commission announced that the Rajya Sabha election for Mizoram's lone seat will be held on June 18, with 20 other seats from 10 states.
Zelenskyy Expects US Proposals for New Peace Talk Formats
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says he expects US proposals for new peace talk formats, as Ukraine reclaims 590 sq km of occupied territory this year.
Mizoram district bans oil sale to Myanmar, enforces fuel austerity
Lawngtlai district in Mizoram has banned the sale of oil to Myanmar and other countries to prevent shortages. The order also limits fuel purchases and prohibits illegal transportation.
Thiruvananthapuram Airport Expansion EC Proposal Reviewed by SEAC
The long-pending environmental clearance for Thiruvananthapuram International Airport's terminal expansion will be reviewed by SEAC on Saturday, a key step for the project to boost capacity to 27 MPPA.
Kerala University, Oregon State Study Human-Dolphin Cooperation
Kerala University signed an agreement with Oregon State University for a project studying human-dolphin cooperative fishing, supported by National Geographic Society and The Wildlife Intelligence Project.
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Rs 21,000 Crore NH 744 DPR Submitted for Approval
The DPR for comprehensive development of the Kadampattukonam–Sengottai stretch of NH 744, estimated at Rs 21,000 crore, has been submitted for approval, marking a major step forward.
Tulsi Gabbard Resigns as Intel Chief Over Husband's Health
Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as Director of National Intelligence under President Trump, citing her husband's health issues. The decision marks a significant change in US intelligence leadership.
Explore Delhi's Museums for a Rich Cultural Summer Experience
Discover Delhi's best museums this summer for intimate, hands-on connections to history, from the Partition Museum to Humayun's Tomb, offering curated indoor walks and deeper narratives.
Thanjavur Big Temple Moat Restoration Nears Completion
The restoration of the ancient moats around the Brihadeeswarar Temple and Thanjavur town is progressing swiftly, with 5 km of cleaning expected to be completed within two weeks.
Indian national arrested in California hit-and-run killing two
US authorities arrested Manvir Singh, an undocumented Indian national, after a hit-and-run near Lodi, California, killed two people. This is the fifth such incident involving Indian-origin truckers in nine months.
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Assam to Become Power-Surplus State with Major Energy Projects
Assam is set to become a power-surplus state with 3,200 MW thermal and 4,200 MW pumped storage hydropower projects underway, Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya announced.
Hubballi-Dharwad Delegation Studies BMC Urban Governance
A civic delegation from Hubballi-Dharwad visited Mumbai to study the BMC's urban governance model, appreciating its scale and expressing interest in future cooperation.
Farmers' Protest in Hukkeri Intensifies with Road Blockade
Farmers in Hukkeri taluk, Belagavi, intensified their agitation demanding irrigation projects, blocking roads and observing a bandh, disrupting normal life.
Colbert Exits Late Show as Podcasts Surge in Popularity
Stephen Colbert's departure from The Late Show marks a shift in late-night TV, as podcasts increasingly dominate the entertainment landscape.
Hubballi Residents Suffer Power, Water Crisis After Storms
Hubballi faces severe power and water shortages after thunderstorms, exposing poor coordination among civic agencies. Residents, including families, check into hotels as normalcy remains elusive.
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Apollo 12 Crew Saw Mysterious Lights: Pentagon UFO Files
The Pentagon's latest declassified UFO files reveal that Apollo 12 astronauts observed mysterious streaks of lights in space, sparking new discussions about extraterrestrial phenomena.
Labourer dies in mud cave-in during well excavation in Udupi
A 35-year-old labourer died after a mud cave-in during well excavation in Udupi. The incident occurred on Friday evening when soil from the well wall collapsed, burying him under debris.
Karnataka Elephant Driving Operation Set for May 23
Karnataka Forest Department will conduct an elephant-driving operation on May 23 in Virajpete Range. Officials urge residents and plantation workers to stay cautious.
Iran Names Esmail Baqaei as Nuclear Talks Spokesperson
Iran has appointed foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baqaei as the spokesperson for its negotiating team in peace talks with the United States, signaling a strategic move in ongoing nuclear diplomacy.
US Secretary of State Rubio En Route to India for Visit
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is traveling to India for a high-profile diplomatic visit, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and discussing key regional and global issues.
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EAM Meets SCO Secretary General Yermekbayev
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met SCO Secretary General Yermekbayev in New Delhi, discussing regional security, economic cooperation, and multilateral collaboration within the SCO framework.
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