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A tragic stampede at Goa's Sree Lairai Devi temple during the Lairai Zatra festival has claimed at least six lives and injured 60 others. The incident occurred early Saturday morning as thousands of devotees gathered. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has assured support to the affected families, while PM Narendra Modi has offered central assistance.

“Vehicle registration services, driving licence details, challan status and more can be accessed without standing in a queue at the RTO office by using the chatbot,” officials said

According to official sources, the attacks took place between Friday afternoon and night in the waters off the southeastern coast of Tamil Nadu

High blood pressure (hypertension) is a condition where blood pressure consistently measures 130/80 mm Hg or higher. It's often referred to as the "silent killer" because it usually has no noticeable symptoms until complications arise. Low blood pressure (hypotension) is a condition where blood pressure is consistently low, generally less than 90/60 mm Hg. If chrnoic, it can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting

Following the Golden State Warriors' Game 6 defeat to the Houston Rockets, Stephen Curry's son, Canon, displayed visible frustration courtside. Despite Curry's impressive 29-point performance, the Warriors couldn't overcome the Rockets, leading to Canon's disappointment. The Warriors now face a crucial Game 7 in Houston to determine their playoff fate.

Six cases required hospitalisation, 51 patients are children aged below one year, and 553 are below the age of 18

Maintenance standards of main line to be adopted for loop line also. This is expected to benefit around 31 stations in the first phase

Assam panchayat polls see 70.2% voter turnout in first phase, with BJP-led NDA leading uncontested in 325 seats

Donald Trump, after joking about becoming Pope, posted an AI-generated image of himself in papal attire on Truth Social, sparking widespread reactions. This occurred as the Catholic Church prepares for a conclave on May 7 to elect a new Pope following Pope Francis's death. Several cardinals, including Parolin, Tagle, Ambongo, Zuppi, and Erdo, are considered potential successors.

Two years after ethnic conflict erupted in Manipur, thousands remain displaced, struggling with lost livelihoods and uncertain futures. G Kipgen, once a coaching institute owner, now worries about his children's future. Abung, a Meitei businessman, yearns for his home. Despite government efforts, deep insecurity and psychological distress persist among IDPs, with civil society demands and armed groups hindering peace.

Calling the decision historic, Mr. Yadav said that the decision to conduct the caste census can be a transformative moment in our nation’s journey towards equality.

A Bench was dealing with an appeal filed by a police constable in Tamil Nadu who was aggrieved by the denial of consideration of promotion for the sub-inspector’s post

Karnataka Housing Minister Zameer Ahmad Khan declared his readiness to fight against Pakistan, even as a suicide bomber, if permitted by Prime Minister Modi, Amit Shah, and the central government. Khan emphasized his Indian identity and asserted Pakistan's status as an enemy, expressing his willingness to take up arms for the country. He stated his commitment was not a joke.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Priyanka Shukla said Farhan allegedly tried to snatch a pistol from a sub-inspector, and a shot got fired from the weapon during the scuffle

Top US officials have criticized Germany's decision to label the AfD as a right-wing extremist entity, with JD Vance likening it to rebuilding the Berlin Wall and Marco Rubio denouncing it as tyranny. Germany's Foreign Ministry defended the move as necessary to protect the constitution and counter right-wing extremism, citing historical lessons.

Former Punjab CM said the government has not taken any action even after 10 days of the Pahalgam terror attack and claimed that steps, such as annulling visas of Pakistanis and putting the Indus Waters Treaty on hold, have no meaning

A Russian drone strike, utilizing Iranian-made Shahed drones, targeted Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, injuring over 40 people, including an 11-year-old girl. President Zelenskyy condemned the attack on residential areas and civilian infrastructure, emphasizing the lack of military targets. He urged world leaders to bolster Ukraine's air defenses, while a separate Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia wounded over 20.

The tremor, with its epicentre near Vav in Banaskantha district, was recorded at 3.35 am on May 3, 2025

Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, urged Prime Minister Modi to reconsider the reservation cap after the caste census data is available, emphasizing the need for social justice and proportional representation. He highlighted the potential for the census to reveal significant underrepresentation of OBCs and EBCs, advocating for inclusivity in both political representation and the private sector, which benefits from public resources.