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India once knew how to live with heat. From the mud homes of Odisha to the sandstone courtyards of Rajasthan, people designed spaces that cooled by default. Routines followed solar rhythms: work began at sunrise, paused during peak heat, and resumed in the evening. In cities, water-cooled courtyards, shaded alleys, stepwells, and perforated stone screens created microclimates

CM Siddaramaiah said on Saturday that a compensation of ₹5 lakh had been distributed to the families of the deceased

Ms. Premallatha said that the announcement should be seen in relation to the upcoming assembly elections in 2026 and DMDK will also make its position clear appropriately in 2026

Trinamool Congress criticized Amit Shah's focus on "sindoor politics," pointing out the irony of his anti-corruption stance given Suvendu Adhikari's presence in the BJP. The party accused BJP of being a "washing machine" for tainted politicians and demanded Shah's resignation over alleged security failures in J&K's Pahalgam that resulted in 26 deaths.

India accused Pakistan-based terror groups of a deadly attack on tourists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam in April, while Pakistan denies any involvement

Mumbai airport saw the arrest of ten Nepali citizens. They were attempting to fly to Gulf countries using fake documents. These individuals allegedly crossed the Bihar border illegally. They paid agents approximately Rs 2.5 lakh each. Some even obtained Indian passports fraudulently. Authorities are investigating the agents involved.

Amidst the Trump administration's restrictive policies, Indian students aspiring to study in the US face uncertainty, with visa interviews paused and social media scrutiny increased. Many are altering online presence, seeking guidance, and exploring alternative academic paths in Britain and Singapore. Despite the challenges, American universities continue to attract top Indian talent, producing global leaders.

Nearly 20,000 BC, SC, ST and minority beneficiaries, who rely on 9,260 MDUs, have been hit hard, he says

A major train tragedy was averted in Shamli as an alert loco pilot spotted a 20ft iron pipe and stones on the Delhi-Saharanpur railway track, prompting emergency brakes. This marks the fourth sabotage attempt on Uttar Pradesh's railway network in May, following previous incidents involving ballast and wooden logs placed on tracks.

Amit Shah asserted that the era of appeasement politics in Bengal is ending, projecting BJP's victory in 2026 by gaining support from Hindu and women voters. He accused Mamata Banerjee of prioritizing vote-bank politics over national security, alleging open borders to Bangladeshis and opposing waqf amendments.

Despite the surge in UPI transactions, cash usage, particularly the Rs 500 note, remains surprisingly high in India, reaching record levels. This phenomenon is attributed to precautionary hoarding driven by economic uncertainties stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic. While the government promotes digital payments and smaller denominations, the preference for liquidity persists, reversing the pre-pandemic trend of reduced cash holdings.

A Delhi court is reviewing a money laundering case involving Shravan Gupta, who was convicted in Abu Dhabi for similar offenses. Gupta is challenging a summons issued by an Indian court, arguing double jeopardy under the Indian Constitution and CrPC.

Ahead of Bakri Eid, the Maharashtra Goseva Aayog in a circular issued on May 27, 2025, directed all the Agriculture Produce Market Committees to suspend weekly animal markets from June 3 to June 8 across the State.  

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnudeo Sai asserts that targeted welfare and security operations have significantly weakened Maoist networks in Bastar, paving the way for lasting peace. He aims for a Naxal-free Chhattisgarh by March 2026, emphasizing development and inclusive policies. The government is committed to addressing concerns about mining and ensuring tribal communities benefit from development.

The FIR alleges that P&G invited the complaint to collaborate by submitting a patented innovation as part of its ‘Connect + Develop Programme’ and then used the technology in one of its products

Hospital empanelment under the Ayushman Bharat-PM Jan Arogya Yojana has significantly decreased, dropping from 316 monthly in early 2024 to just 111 by April 2025. Healthcare associations attribute this decline to low package rates and delayed payments, deterring private hospitals, especially large chains.

A young Indian full-stack developer experienced a dramatic career shift, with his salary jumping from Rs 6 LPA to a promised Rs 18 LPA for a US-based startup role. However, the offer was rescinded just before his start date due to 'internal restructuring,' leaving him unemployed. Now, he faces a challenging job hunt, seeking stability after a volatile startup experience.

Pakistan faces a looming crisis in its kharif crop sowing season due to critically low water levels in the Mangla and Tarbela dams. The situation is worsened by India's regulation of Chenab river flows and suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty after the Pahalgam attack.