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The Regional Meteorological Dept has reported a low-pressure area and associated trough over the west-central and northwest Bay of Bengal, near the north Andhra-south Odisha coasts. Thunderstorms are likely today in Srikakulam, Konaseema, Godavari, Eluru, Krishna, Guntur, Bapatla, Kurnool, and Nandyal districts, and light rain in other parts of the state.
China’s military conducted “routine” patrols in the South China Sea, warning the Philippines to cease provocations. The two nations remain locked in a tense maritime standoff, marked by coast guard clashes and naval drills. China’s Southern Theater Command urged Manila to stop escalating tensions in the strategic and disputed waterway.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Assam today to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for development projects worth ₹19,000 crore. His visit is part of a three-day tour covering five states. After visiting Mizoram and Manipur yesterday, where he launched several projects, Assam officials have made all necessary arrangements for his arrival.
The pilgrimage to the renowned Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu and Kashmir has been postponed again. Although it was scheduled to resume today, the temple board cited continuous rainfall over the past two days as the reason. The yatra, suspended since August 26, will resume once weather conditions improve, with a new date to be […]
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The Vaishno Devi Yatra, set to resume September 14 after a 19-day suspension, has been postponed again due to incessant rains in Jammu and Kashmir. Earlier halted on August 26 following a landslide that killed 34, the pilgrimage remains unsafe amid blocked tracks and highway disruptions. Devotees are advised to follow official updates.
Dalai Lama congratulated Nepal’s new interim prime minister, Sushila Karki, after her appointment amid violent protests. In a letter, he praised Nepal’s support for Tibetan refugees since 1959 and noted their contribution to the nation’s economy. He lauded Nepal’s progress and wished Karki success in fulfilling citizens’ aspirations during challenging times.
Lt Gen KJS Dhillon (Retd) said India’s Operation Sindoor struck 11 Pakistani airbases with precision on May 10, with no missiles intercepted. He called it a strategic victory as Pakistan’s DGMO begged for ceasefire. Launched after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, the operation targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoJK, repelling aggression.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma thanked PM Narendra Modi for attending Bhupen Hazarika’s birth centenary, saying it healed the hurt from 2011 when no PM paid last respects. He praised Modi’s tribute and the government’s gestures, including Bharat Ratna, Dhola-Sadiya bridge naming, and a commemorative coin, honoring the “Bard of Brahmaputra.”
Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel urged cooperation for March 5 parliamentary elections after dissolving the House amid violent protests that killed 19. K P Sharma Oli resigned, and former Chief Justice Sushila Karki, 73, became Nepal’s first woman prime minister. Karki will assume office Sunday, holding key ministries as political tensions persist.
Mumbai’s brief respite from rain ended Saturday with cloudy skies and scattered showers. The IMD issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and Thane for two days, forecasting heavy rain Sunday. Temperatures will range between 25°C and 30°C. Raigad remains under an orange alert until Tuesday, though rainfall intensity is expected to be low.
BJP President J.P. Nadda criticized Rahul Gandhi for questioning the special revision of electoral rolls in Bihar. Speaking at a Patna event, he also targeted the RJD, calling its past rule a “dark reign.” Nadda demanded apologies from RJD chief Lalu Prasad and Tejashwi Yadav for their regime’s alleged failures and misgovernance.
US officials held talks with Taliban authorities in Kabul regarding Americans detained in Afghanistan. The meeting included Adam Boehler, former Trump administration hostage envoy, and Zalmay Khalilzad, ex-US envoy to Afghanistan. They met with Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to discuss possible resolutions and ongoing diplomatic engagement on the issue.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah said the ₹5 lakh compensation for Hassan accident victims expresses condolence, not life’s value. He questioned BJP’s demand for more, citing their past record. He emphasized road safety laws, condemned provocative speeches, and upheld equality in festivals and caste census, stressing harmony and justice.
PM Modi emphasized that the Indian government is currently prioritizing the development of Manipur. He noted that previously, the government aimed for overall development rather than focusing on specific regions. However, the current approach is to treat each state as a unique priority. He stated, “This 21st century belongs to the Northeast.”