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The spell of rainfall and thunderstorms will lower the temperatures and bring relief to the city from the scorching heat. (HT Photo) (Pratik Chorge/HT PHOTO)

Mumbai, Thane issued yellow alert for rain on Tuesday and Wednesday

Yellow alert issued for Mumbai and Thane, predicting moderate rainfall on Tuesday and Wednesday. Thunderstorms, gusty winds, and temperatures dropping 1-2°C expected. Light rain and relief from heat anticipated, with pre-monsoon showers driven by wind disturbances.

At Delhi Public School, RK Puram, Sirens were simulated to sensitise students about what to do next. (HT Photo/Varun Bhandari)

‘Drop, hold and cover’: Schools across Delhi conduct safety drill exercises

Schools across Delhi conducted safety drills in 550 private and 110 government schools, practicing evacuation procedures amid rising tensions. Students learned emergency protocols, covering heads and calmly exiting buildings while teachers guided them through simulated crisis scenarios.

Karnataka minister and Congress leader Priyank Kharge

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge lauds Op Sindoor, warns against Pak's fake news

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge voiced strong support for Operation Sindoor, emphasizing India's commitment to combating terrorism and national unity. He cautioned against Pakistan's misinformation following the operation, which successfully targeted terror sites, including four in Pakistan. The Indian Armed Forces conducted this significant strike, marking the deepest military action in Pakistani territory since 1971, against groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba.

A man looks through a damaged portion of a house after heavy firing and shelling by Pakistan military overnight across the Line of Control in Mendhar area of Poonch district on Wednesday. (PTI Photo)

After Op Sindoor, 11 civilians killed, 43 injured in Pakistan shelling in Poonch

Pakistan shelled along the Line of Control in Poonch, killing 10 civilians and injuring 45, following India's precision strikes on terror targets. Border residents flee amid panic, with villages experiencing extensive damage and casualties.

BBMP chief commissioner Maheshwar Rao inspected footpaths around Majestic area in Bengaluru.

Newly appointed BBMP chief launches drive to fix Bengaluru footpaths, prioritise pedestrian safety

BBMP Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao inspected Bengaluru footpaths, directing officials to improve pedestrian safety, repair infrastructure, prevent encroachments, and ensure clean, walkable paths by addressing issues like broken slabs and street vendor obstructions.

Family members immerse ashes of Shubham Dwivedi, victim of Pahalgam terror attack, on May 3. (ANI photo)

Operation Sindoor: Pahalgam victim Shubham Dwivedi’s wife thanks PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Modi's Operation Sindoor strikes terror camps in Pakistan, bringing solace to Shubham Dwivedi's family. His wife Ashanya thanked Modi, emphasizing national unity and resilience against terrorism, symbolizing hope for victims' families.

The Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport in Chandigarh after all civilian flights were cancelled on Wednesday. (Ravi Kumar/HT)

Op Sindoor: IAF takes control of Chandigarh, Amritsar airports, civilian flights cancelled

Indian Air Force seized Chandigarh and Amritsar airports following Operation Sindoor, cancelling all 52 domestic and international flights. Passengers were turned back, disrupting travel for thousands, in response to recent terror-related tensions.

Kartarpur Corridor, the only open surface link from India to Pakistan, was closed on Wednesday morning, hours after Operation Sindoor was launched. (HT file photo)

After Op Sindoor, Kartarpur Corridor closed, 150 Sikh pilgrims turned back

Kartarpur Corridor closed after Operation Sindoor, blocking 150 Sikh pilgrims from visiting Sri Darbar Sahib gurdwara in Pakistan. Immigration officials cited non-conducive conditions, forcing pilgrims to return home amid escalating border tensions.

Karnataka Congress shared an X post, hours later the Indian government announced 'Operation Sindhoor'

Congress faces backlash in Karnataka over 'peace' post amid Operation Sindhoor

Congress faced criticism for initially posting a Gandhi peace quote after Indian Air Force's Operation Sindhoor strike on Pakistani terror camps. The party later issued a supportive statement backing the government and security forces, following backlash from BJP leaders.

Brother of Bengaluru techie who was killed in Pahalgam supports Operation Sindhoor.

‘We stand with the government’: Brother of Bengaluru techie killed in Pahalgam terror attack backs Operation Sindhoor

Bharat Bhushan's brother supports Operation Sindhoor after his brother's tragic killing in Pahalgam terror attack. He urges national unity and backs the government's retaliatory strikes against terror infrastructure, emphasizing the need to protect citizens.

Haryana government officials maintained the transfers are routine. (File photo)

Hry govt transfers Gururgam, Faridabad municipal chiefs

Haryana government transfers municipal commissioners of Gurugram and Faridabad following criticism over recent flooding. Pradeep Dahiya and Dhirendra Khadgata appointed to lead respective cities, focusing on infrastructure and monsoon preparedness.

Rajasthan, a strategically important state, shares a border of approximately 1,070km with Pakistan. (PTI photo)

Operation Sindoor: Schools in four districts of Rajasthan shut

Rajasthan closed schools in four border districts (Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Barmer) following Indian military strikes in Pakistan. A precautionary measure with scheduled mock drills amid heightened regional tensions along the 1,070km border.

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah, deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar. (PTI)

Karnataka CM, Deputy CM back Centre on Op Sindhoor, laud armed forces’ retaliatory strikes

Karnataka leaders D.K. Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah strongly support Operation Sindhoor, praising the Indian Armed Forces' retaliatory strikes on terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoJK following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians.

India launched Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan in the wee hours of Wednesday.

Operation Sindoor: Pahalgam attack victim’s father hails Indian action against Pakistan

India conducted precision airstrikes on Pakistani terror sites following the Pahalgam attack that killed Lt Vinay Narwal. The victim's father praised the operation, hoping it sends a strong message and provides some comfort to the 26 widowed families.

An FIR against two unidentified men was registered at Tigaon police station under relevant sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). (File Photo)

2 held for raping minor in car after abduction near Faridabad school

Two men were arrested for kidnapping and raping a 14-year-old girl near her school in Faridabad. The suspects, Intezaar Khan and Vikas Kumar, were caught after fleeing to Uttar Pradesh. Police recovered the car and registered a case under Pocso Act.

The petition has sought directions with respect to relocation/rescue of monkeys to forests/forest-like areas in vicinity in a time-bound manner. (Sakib Ali/HT Photo)

Ghaziabad: 2 residents move Allahabad high court over human-monkey conflict

Two Ghaziabad residents filed a high court PIL highlighting the human-monkey conflict, citing safety risks, property damage, and an exponential rise in monkey population across 32 city areas. They seek relocation, afforestation, and proper monkey management strategies.

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