Visibility Was Just 40 Metres At Bathinda Accident Site

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Delhi-NCR's air quality has plunged into the 'severe' category, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management to reimpose GRAP-IV restrictions. This escalation follows the earlier enforcement of GRAP-III. Under Stage IV, older vehicles like BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel models are banned from plying, with exceptions for essential services. Existing GRAP measures remain in effect.

Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray alleged intimidation and coercion by the ruling alliance in the BMC elections, calling it a «strange» contest for political survival. Despite the Mahayuti alliance's majority, Thackeray asserted the resilience of his party, thanking voters for their support amidst alleged pressure.

Sergio Gor, US Ambassador to India paid tributes at the 26/11 memorial at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai and highlighted how under US President Trump, the alleged mastermind behind the Mumbai 2008 terror attacks- Tahawwur Rana was extradited to India.

India is actively engaging Iran to secure the release of 16 Indian crew members detained on the MT Valiant Roar since December. New Delhi is pressing for consular access, communication with families, and legal representation, while also ensuring the vessel's provisions. The detention follows Iran's seizure of the tanker for alleged illegal fuel transport.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis wittily responded to Uddhav Thackeray's mayoral aspirations, questioning if 'Deva' referred to him or God. Fadnavis asserted that the Mahayuti alliance, led by BJP and Eknath Shinde, will collectively decide the BMC mayor's selection and tenure, following their victory in the civic body elections.

Senior US lawmakers emphasized India's central role in America's Indo-Pacific strategy, highlighting its importance for global stability and strong economic ties. They clarified that routine engagement with Pakistan does not signify a strategic shift, as India remains the primary focus for US investments and partnerships.

Modern Indian women are celebrated as independent, yet this often masks exhaustion from constant negotiation and performance. Once a thrilling discovery, independence now carries immense pressure, demanding visible strength and early responsibility. This evolution highlights a generational truth: independence is expected early, learned through observing the sacrifices of others, and often met with criticism.

Uddhav Thackeray vowed to fight back after BMC elections, accusing BJP of betrayal. PM Modi targeted TMC in West Bengal, calling for 'asli poribortan'. India and Bangladesh U-19 captains skipped a handshake amid strained ties. PM Modi also flagged off four new Amrit Bharat Express trains.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Malda, West Bengal, advocating for «asli poribortan» and criticizing the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress. He highlighted BJP's recent poll victories in Bihar, Odisha, and Assam, stating these states have been freed from «divisive politics.» Modi expressed confidence in Bengal's «urge for real change» to achieve a developed India by 2047.

India's youth, comprising millennials and Gen Z, face distinct anxieties shaped by differing political, economic, and technological landscapes. While millennials fear instability after years of effort, Gen Z grapples with the prospect of never achieving stability. Both generations navigate concerns over job security, economic inequality, and climate change, highlighting a cautious outlook on their future.

Rahul Gandhi visited Indore to meet victims of a water contamination outbreak, offering condolences to families of the deceased and consoling the ill. He criticized the government's 'urban model,' highlighting the lack of clean drinking water and demanding accountability and compensation for affected families.

Maharashtra civic polls saw controversial wins, including two relatives of jailed gangster Suryakant Andekar elected in Pune. In Jalna, Shrikant Pangarkar, an accused in journalist Gauri Lankesh's murder, secured a victory as an independent. These results have sparked significant public debate and criticism.