Delhi: IMD issues orange alert for Monday; days to get cloudier

Delhi's maximum temperature on Sunday reached 36°C, 3.3°C below normal, while the minimum was 24.2°C. The IMD issued an orange alert for Monday, predicting thunderstorms and winds of 40-50 km/h. Cloudy conditions and light rain are expected throughout the week, with air quality deteriorating to a poor level, recording an AQI of 232.

Punjab: 3 workers die cleaning sewage plant in Bathinda refinery township

Three sanitation workers died from suffocation while cleaning a sewage treatment plant in Bathinda's refinery township. Another worker is hospitalized. The incident occurred after workers inhaled methane gas during the cleaning operation.

Rahul calls on Pahalgam terror attack victim Lt Vinay Narwal’s family in Karnal

Rahul Gandhi met Lt Vinay Narwal's family in Karnal, offering condolences after the Pahalgam terror attack. The navy officer was killed alongside 25 others, leaving behind his recently wedded wife. Haryana CM announced compensation and a government job for the family.

Five of family killed in car-truck collision near Karnataka's Hubballi while returning from family function

A tragic car-truck collision near Ingalhalli village in Dharwad district resulted in the deaths of five family members, including three women. The accident occurred on National Highway 218 while they were returning from an engagement in Sagar. The truck driver reported the car collided head-on with his vehicle. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Man accused of murder, robbery at Agra jwellery killed in encounter with police

Main murder and robbery suspect Aman was killed in a police encounter after attempting to snatch an officer's pistol. He was accused of shooting a jeweller near Kargil crossing in Agra. Two other suspects are arrested or being sought.

Odisha govt asks officials to complete fire safety inspection in hospitals in 15 days

The Odisha government has mandated a 15-day fire safety inspection of government healthcare facilities following recent fire incidents. Health Secretary Aswathy S instructed officials to prioritize high-risk areas and ensure proper generator connections. A budget of Rs 300 crore is allocated for fire safety improvements, and regular mock drills and inspections will be conducted to maintain safety standards.

Patiala turns fortress to deter Punjab farmers from reaching Shambhu police station

Punjab Police blockaded roads near Shambhu police station to prevent farmer protests, detaining key leaders and setting up checkpoints. Farmers demand compensation for missing items during a previous crackdown, while authorities vow to maintain law and order.

‘Catcalled and hooted at just for wearing a CSK jersey’: Bengaluru woman recalls harassment outside Chinnaswamy

A Bengaluru woman shared her traumatic experience of being harassed while wearing a CSK jersey outside Chinnaswamy Stadium. The incident highlights escalating fan aggression during IPL matches, with a viral video showing violent scuffles and a sexual harassment complaint filed.

Senior IPS officer’s family in Bengaluru alleges harassment at IPL match, case filed: Report

A senior IPS officer's wife reported harassment of her children during an IPL match at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Police filed a case against two men, including an Income Tax officer, for sexual harassment and criminal intimidation.

Pune: Man caught transporting murdered wife’s body on motorcycle by night patrol

A 28-year-old man was caught transporting his murdered wife's body on a motorcycle by a night patrol team in Pune. He allegedly strangled her, attempted to dispose of the body, but was apprehended while trying to flee.

Civil defence volunteers rehearse mock drill exercise in Lucknow’s Police Lines

Civil defence volunteers in Lucknow conducted a mock drill at police lines, involving 200 participants practicing emergency responses, evacuation procedures, and protective measures against potential missile or air attacks, following Union home ministry guidelines.

Two RPGs, five grenades recovered in Punjab’s Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar

Punjab police recovered two RPGs, five hand-grenades, and two IEDs in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district. The cache, found in a forest area, suggests a potential coordinated operation by Pakistani intelligence and terror groups to revive sleeper cells.

SC directs Punjab, Haryana to cooperate with Centre on SYL Canal row

Supreme Court urges Punjab and Haryana to cooperate with Centre in resolving SYL Canal dispute, directing both states to work towards an amicable solution by August 13 amid decades-long water-sharing conflict.

'If you want to be a power hitter…': RCB’s Tim David impressed by BBMP’s open-air gyms, compares them to Singapore

Tim David, RCB's cricketer, praised Bengaluru's BBMP open-air gyms, comparing them to Singapore's facilities. While he lauded the city's fitness infrastructure, social media users criticized the limited availability of such amenities beyond the central business district.

Delhi court orders FIR against trainee IPS officer for assault

A Delhi court ordered an FIR against trainee IPS officer Rahul Balhara for allegedly assaulting Vikas Dhayal with a glass bottle during an event, causing head injuries after a verbal altercation in December 2024.

Karnataka government to acquire Hebbal land for Bengaluru tunnel road project, confirms DK Shivakumar

Karnataka government plans to acquire Hebbal land for a Rs 42,000 crore tunnel road project, with two major corridors connecting different city zones. DK Shivakumar confirmed land acquisition using TDR and FAR benefits, aiming to ease Bengaluru's traffic congestion.