Times of India

Parts of Maharashtra, particularly Vidarbha, have been experiencing extreme heat with temperatures soaring above 40°C. Chandrapur hit 42°C, making it one of the hottest spots in India. High temperatures coupled with low humidity have been causing severe discomfort.

A police rescue operation in Mauganj, MP turned fatal when a mob lynched both the hostage and an ASI. The incident occurred in Gadra, sparking violence linked to an earlier accident. Despite police efforts to mediate, the hostage was found dead, triggering the attack. Several suspects have been detained following the incident.

Three delivery men died in a Rajkot building fire caused by a suspected electrical short circuit. The 12-storey Atlantis building had failed to renew its fire safety NOC for a decade. Despite notices from the municipal corporation, no action was taken, raising concerns over fire safety enforcement.

A blast damaged the Thakurdwara temple in Amritsar's Khandwala after attackers on a bike hurled an explosive device. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann blamed the assault on disruptive forces, while opposition leaders criticized the government's failure to maintain security and called for thorough investigations.

Educational authorities in Pakistan's Punjab province officially banned the playing of Indian songs, especially Bollywood hits, in public and private colleges. This move aims to curb 'unethical and vulgar' activities noted by the higher education department during events like sports galas and other functions.

In Kakinada, a man killed his two young sons due to fears about their future in a competitive world and then hanged himself. Financially stable, he left a note explaining his concerns. The family celebrated Holi before the tragic event occurred. The man's wife found their bodies at home after returning from the office.

US President Donald Trump ordered airstrikes on Houthi rebel targets in Yemen's capital, Sanaa, to halt attacks on shipping in a key maritime corridor. Trump warned the Houthis to stop their assaults or face overwhelming force. The operation, involving the USS Harry S. Truman carrier strike group, aims to restore maritime security and protect international trade.

Authorities in Ahmedabad demolished illegally constructed houses of six out of 14 accused involved in a mob attack at Vastral. The mob, armed with sticks and swords, vandalized vehicles and injured three people. The demolished houses were located in Amraiwadi and Khokhar localities.

In Brooklyn, a man defaced a Tesla Cybertruck with a swastika in front of a New York Post reporter. The suspect, Michael Lewis, returned to the scene to retrieve his car and was arrested. The owner, Avi Ben Hamo, expressed his shock and anger over the incident, highlighting increasing attacks on Tesla vehicles.

Mumbai Indians won their second Women's Premier League title with an 8-run victory over Delhi Capitals. Nat Sciver-Brunt led the bowling attack with 3/30, restricting Delhi to 141 for 9 in response to Mumbai's 149 for 7, highlighted by Harmanpreet Kaur's 66 off 44 balls. Nat Sciver-Brunt was the pick of the bowlers for Mumbai, taking 3 for 30. Amelia Kerr chipped in with two wickets.

Joshua Riibe, a person of interest in the disappearance of Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student, is being held in the Dominican Republic under "irregular conditions." Konanki was last seen with Riibe and others at a Punta Cana beach. Riibe provided conflicting statements claiming he lost sight of Konanki in the water.

The Kerala High Court acknowledged the dilution of the belief that no girl would falsely accuse someone of sexual assault. This came after quashing a case against a man accused of exploiting a woman with a false marriage promise.

A law student, Rakshit Chaurasia, involved in a fatal accident in Karelibaug, had a previous brush with the law in February. He and other youths created a commotion but were pardoned after apologizing to the lawyer they threatened. Both incidents underline a pattern of misconduct.

The Reserve Bank of India has confirmed that IndusInd Bank is financially stable and adequately capitalised. Depositors are advised not to react to speculation concerning the bank's foreign exchange derivative portfolio discrepancies, which are to be resolved by March 31, 2025. The bank's financial ratios remain solid.

A 32-year-old constable in Dehradun allegedly raped a female sub-inspector multiple times, blackmailing her with a video of the first assault. The constable booked a hotel room for her and then attacked her. The victim reported the crime, and an investigation is ongoing.

Tej Pratap Yadav, son of Lalu Yadav, celebrated Holi with RJD party workers in Patna. He mocked Bihar CM Nitish Kumar by shouting provocative remarks near his residence. Yadav also asked a police officer to dance under the threat of suspension in a festive, yet controversial, Holi celebration.