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Three killed, seven hurt as APSRTC bus hits stationary lorry at Gajuwaka in Visakhapatnam

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 05:40
A super-luxury bus from Rajahmundry to Parvathipuram, carrying about 35 passengers, hit a coal-laden lorry parked on the roadside at Sri Nagar Junction in the early hours of Sunday
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Uproar in U.P. over 10% fuel surcharge on electricity bills

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 05:14
The “fuel and power purchase adjustment surcharge”, to be calculated effective from March, will be charged in June. The Congress and the SP dub the decision as the failure of the BJP government in the State and flag issues such as frequent power cuts
Categories: National News

Pre-monsoon showers drench Mumbai, waterlogging slows traffic in some areas

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 05:13
Several parts of Mumbai, including the island city, western suburbs and eastern suburbs, received moderate to heavy rainfall, with waterlogging reported in some areas
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Second-life surgery | Surrendered Maoists in Maharashtra reverse vasectomies for family life

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 03:04
As men in Maharashtra’s Maoist-affected Gadchiroli district give up arms, their outlook on life has changed. This report discusses how they are reversing the vasectomies that a life of resistance in the forest had forced them into
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News in Frames | Bringing water to a scorching desert

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 02:18
The Indira Gandhi Canal serves as a critical water supply resource for Jaisalmer and thousands of remote desert villages; yet scarcity persists, with many still relying on ancestral wells as concerns over groundwater depletion and canal maintenance remain
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Kochi sailor who endured Equatorial Guinea’s detention feels relieved with international tribunal’s verdict

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 20:13
Kochi-based sailor Sanu Jose was the chief officer of Heroic Idun when the vessel was detained by Equatorial Guinea on charge of violating their territorial waters and attempt to steal crude oil
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Oppn. accuses Kochi Mayor of ‘abuse of power’ over extension of biomining agreement

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 20:11
LDF alleges that the contract with the company engaged in biomining legacy waste was renewed after its expiry without the council’s approval
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Kochi metro worksite accident: SHRC registers suo motu case

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 20:09
A woman was injured after an iron piece fell on her car at the worksite near Padivattom
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Kochi Corpn. to seek explanation from LED streetlight contractor

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 20:06
The Mayor announces the decision at the council meeting after councillors level severe criticism against the contractor and accuse him of indifference that exposes them to public ire
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Malls, e-commerce hit school accessories market hard

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 20:04
Retailers say prices have risen only marginally this year, blaming weak sales on cautious consumer spending and a shift towards e-commerce
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Bihar government suspends two IAS officers over corruption charges

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 19:56
According to Special Vigilance Unit (SVU) sources, a contractor named Rishu Shree sponsored foreign trips and bore the expenses of air travel for the IAS officers in exchange for securing contracts.
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Building collapses near Saket metro station; 8 persons rescued, several feared trapped

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 19:25
The building fell on an adjacent tin-shed canteen where a few children were having dinner. They are also feared to be trapped under the debris
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DMK holds meeting to mobilise ‘Gen Z’

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 19:24
Referring to discussions on the local body elections due in the State, N.R. Elango said Tamil Nadu could even witness another Assembly election.
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From collapse to comeback: Tungabhadra dam in Karnataka gets new lease of life

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 19:16
Nearly two years after Gate No. 19 was washed away, the historic reservoir stands renewed with all 33 crest gates replaced; it is set to be inaugurated by month-end
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Karnataka: Amid hectic discussions, curiosity grows over new Cabinet formation

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 18:55
CM-designate D.K. Shivakumar is expected to visit New Delhi shortly for consultations with the high command on Cabinet formation, appointment of Deputy Chief Ministers, and selection of the Assembly speaker
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Mettur dam may not be opened for irrigation on June 12

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 18:38
Giving an account of the situation on the water front, a senior government official says the storage of the dam is “not even 50%”
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