Bengaluru was hit by heavy rains late last night, leading to widespread waterlogging across multiple city areas. As a result of the heavy rainfall, low-lying areas, including parts of Koramangala, HSR Layout, and Whitefield, were submerged under knee-deep water, bringing traffic to a standstill and leaving residents stranded. To rescue the stranded citizens, JCBs and inflatable boats were deployed in severely affected zones. Residents are furious over the city’s mismanagement by the authorities. A local said, "All the people in this area are facing difficulty. It is only in this 200-300 metre radius. There is no proper sewage system here. College, school and workplace, all are affected because of this."
19 May,2025 05:13 PM ISTThe Modi government has finalized an all-party delegation set to visit key partner countries, aiming to highlight India’s ongoing fight against terrorism and the success of Operation Sindoor. Among the notable names included is senior Indian National Congress leader Shashi Tharoor. However, the Congress party has expressed dissatisfaction with how the delegation was constituted. Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh stated, “If the inclusion of Congress MPs was important, there should have been a discussion with our party leadership. They could have asked us to suggest the names. In our country, political parties are the backbone of democracy. Parties form the government; the government does not form parties. We follow a party system, and this process has cast a shadow over it. What kind of politics is this? Will the government decide which of our MPs will be part of such delegations?” Ramesh clarified that the issue is not with the individuals selected. “I have no objections to the names chosen — they are close friends, experienced, and have been working on foreign and defence policy for years. But the process followed is flawed. It’s a questionable approach and should not have been adopted.”
19 May,2025 04:58 PM ISTAmid the India-Pakistan tensions, the International Monetary Fund has imposed 11 new conditions for Pakistan that it would need to meet to receive the bailout package. The IMF HAS demanded a post-2027 financial sector strategy with regulatory changes and institutional reforms from Pakistan. The financial agency has also warned that Pakistan's fiscal and economic stability can be jeopardized due to the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. IMF approved a $1 billion disbursement under the Extended Fund Facility, along with a potential $1.3 billion Resilience and Sustainability Facility on May 9 after reviewing its lending program for Pakistan.
19 May,2025 04:30 PM ISTJyoti Malhotra, a woman from Hisar in Haryana, has been arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information and staying in regular contact with a person from Pakistan. Authorities are investigating the matter seriously. Her father, Harish Malhotra, is shocked and upset. He said that before the COVID-19 lockdown, Jyoti used to work in Delhi and made videos at home, but he didn’t know much about her activities. He added that she never told him about her friends or travels and always said she was going to Delhi, not Pakistan. He also mentioned that when the police brought her home recently, she quietly took some clothes and left without saying much. He said he is not well and has been very disturbed for the past few days. He has no demands and said he doesn’t know what will happen next.
19 May,2025 03:09 PM ISTThe Indian Army recently gave a detailed demonstration showing how its air defence systems, including the powerful AKASH missile system, played a key role in protecting the Golden Temple in Amritsar and several major cities in Punjab from missile and drone attacks launched by Pakistan. During the demonstration, Army personnel explained how the defence systems were able to quickly detect, track, and destroy incoming threats, including modern Turkish-made drones used by the enemy. According to the officials, only about 10% of the available ammunition was used to effectively neutralize these drones, showing the high efficiency and accuracy of the Indian air defence network.
19 May,2025 12:05 PM ISTA popular travel vlogger from Hisar has landed in serious trouble after being accused of spying for Pakistan. Jyoti Malhotra, who runs the YouTube channel Travel with Jo, was arrested recently, making her the third person in Haryana to be held for espionage in just one week. Authorities claim her journey from travel content creator to suspected spy began in 2023, during a visit to Delhi. There, she allegedly met a man working at the Pakistan High Commission. What started as casual contact reportedly turned into secretive meetings during two trips she made to Pakistan last year. As per police, during those visits, she was hosted by a man named Ali Ehwan, who introduced her to intelligence officials. Names like Shakir and Rana Shahbaz have now surfaced as part of the growing investigation. Officials also said that Jyoti stayed in touch with other influencers, raising concerns that more people could be involved in this spy ring. She has been charged under strict national security laws, including the Official Secrets Act. Now in the latest update, Hisar SP reveals Pakistan’s spy plot. Watch video
19 May,2025 11:27 AM ISTFormer US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, with the disease having spread to his bones, according to a statement released by his office on Sunday. The 82-year-old had reportedly been experiencing worsening urinary symptoms and was examined by doctors last week. Medical evaluation revealed a nodule on the prostate, and subsequent testing confirmed the cancer diagnosis on Friday. The cancer has since metastasized to the bone, indicating an advanced stage of the disease. Following the announcement, former President Donald Trump offered his well-wishes to Biden, expressing sympathy and hopes for his recovery. Biden is currently consulting with his medical team to determine the best course of treatment.
19 May,2025 10:40 AM ISTIn a tragic incident in New York City on May 17 night, a Mexican Navy ship crashed into the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. The ship, named Cuauhtemoc, decorated with lights, carrying a huge Mexican flag, was sailing under the bridge and as it passed beneath the structure, its towering masts clipped the bridge, snapping violently and crashing onto the deck. Videos online captured the shocking moment. Crew members were seen standing on the masts when they broke, leading to a devastating outcome. According to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, two people lost their lives, and 19 others were injured. Two of the injured are in critical condition. The ship was on a goodwill visit to the city and had been co-hosted by the South Street Seaport Museum. Built in 1981 in Bilbao, Spain, the Cuauhtemoc was open to the public for tours during its stay in New York, which was supposed to end that evening. Despite the impact, the Brooklyn Bridge did not suffer major damage and was reopened after a safety inspection. Authorities confirmed that no one fell into the water, so no rescue operations were needed. The incident has shocked both visitors and locals, turning what was meant to be a friendly cultural visit into a heartbreaking tragedy.
18 May,2025 06:29 PM ISTA tragic fire broke out on May 18 at a building in Gulzar House near Charminar in Hyderabad. The massive blaze quickly spread, claiming the lives of 17 people. Firefighters and rescue teams rushed to the scene and worked hard to control the flames. Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Telangana State Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, and the state's DGP visited the site to assess the situation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives. In a message on social media, he offered condolences to the families of the victims. He also announced financial help — Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those who died, and Rs 50,000 for those who were injured, from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.
18 May,2025 04:47 PM ISTOn May 18, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis led the ‘Tiranga Yatra’ rally in Nagpur, organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to honour the valour and dedication of the Indian Armed Forces and to celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor. The nationwide rally, which began on May 13 and will run until May 23, is being held across several states, including Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam (Dibrugarh), Jammu and Kashmir (Srinagar), and Odisha. Through the ‘Tiranga Yatra’, the BJP seeks to inspire national pride and unity while paying tribute to the armed forces for their unwavering service to the nation. Watch the video.
18 May,2025 01:45 PM ISTIndia’s latest space mission ended in disappointment today, as ISRO’s 101st satellite launch failed to reach orbit. The mission, launched on May 18 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, was meant to place the EOS-09 Earth observation satellite into a Sun Synchronous Polar Orbit. It marked the 63rd flight of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, or PSLV, and the 27th use of its more powerful XL configuration. At first, things went according to plan. The rocket’s first and second stages performed normally. However, ISRO reported a problem during the third stage, which ultimately caused the mission to fail. EOS-09 was designed to boost India’s Earth observation capabilities using advanced radar technology. It could have captured high-resolution images in all weather conditions, day or night — supporting efforts in agriculture, disaster response, border security, and urban planning. ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan addressed the setback. This mission follows a streak of 100 successful PSLV launches, a track record ISRO hopes to quickly recover.
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