UP’s Banda boils at 48 degree Celsius, becoming hottest place in India amid severe heatwave

Dr. Dinesh, meteorologist at the Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, said the region has recorded temperatures consistently above 45 degree Celsius for nearly a week, while night temperatures also remain above 30 degree Celsius.
Delhi-NCR 3-Day Cab, Auto Strike Starts Today: What’s affected, what’s not

Led by AIMTC and UFTA, the peaceful protest will hit auto-rickshaws, traditional taxis, and some Uber/Ola drivers who are union members from May 21, 2026, to May 23, 2026. What’s hit and what’s running?
Who is Zafar Riaz alias Rizvi? Kolkata man arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan intelligence; accused shared OTPs, security inputs

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a Pakistan-backed spy accused of clandestinely passing sensitive security-related information to Pakistan Intelligence Officers (PIOs) as part of an anti-India terror conspiracy.
Essel Group turns 100, reflecting on journey from 1926 Adampur venture to diversified conglomerate

Under the leadership of Shri Jagannath Goenka and driven forward by Group Chairman, visionary Dr. Subhash Chandra, alongside his brothers Jawahar Goel, Laxmi Narain Goel, and Ashok Goel, Essel Group stands among the rare Indian business conglomerates.
‘Ironic Pakistan raises India issues with genocidal record’: Indian envoy at UN slams Islamabad over civilian deaths in Afghanistan

India also raised the issue of cross-border terrorism and said states supporting terrorism must be held accountable.”As per UNAMA, over 94,000 people were assessed as displaced due to cross-border armed violence perpetrated against Afghan civilians.
PM Modi to chair ministers’ meeting today: Cabinet reshuffle on cards? Key agenda

Speculations are rife that PM Modi may announce a cabinet reshuffle in the meeting scheduled with Union ministers today at 5 pm in Delhi. Check likely agenda here.
Medical shops to remain shut today: Chemists association launches 24-hour nationwide strike; What are the key demands?

The medical shops and pharmacies to remain shut across India on Wednesday as the All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists (AIOCD) observed a nationwide 24-hour strike. What are the key demands?
Modi-Meloni bonds over ‘Melody’, memefest takes over internet: ‘Modi ji rizz is crazy…’

Italian PM Meloni shared a post on X, thanking PM Modi for the gift as they laughed over the cheerful internet trend. Melody is a term often used on the internet to highlight the good friendship between PM Modi and Meloni.
Bengal political row intensifies: TMC dismisses ‘leaked’ municipal notice to Abhishek Banerjee, calls it ‘completely false, fabricated’

TMC has denied reports claiming KMC issued notices to Abhishek Banerjee over alleged property irregularities.
Rahul Gandhi slams PM Modi over viral ‘Melodi’ moment: ‘Handing out toffees while economic storm is brewing’

Gandhi made the remarks after the prime minister gifted the Melody candies to Giorgia Meloni, bringing back the “Melodi” phrase associated with the two leaders that has time and again garnered attention on social media.