News wrap: SC on Gyanvapi Masjid case, actress Chetana Raj's death and other top stories of the day- In Pics
From Supreme Court's order to protect the area in Gyanvapi mosque where 'Shilvling' has been found to Kannada actress Chathana Raj's death during surgery, checkout today's top stories In Pics.
The Supreme Court ordered the District Magistrate of Varanasi to ensure the protection of the area inside the Gyanvapi-Shringar Gauri complex where 'Shivling' is said to be found in the survey. Chetana Raj, 21-year-old Kannada actress died during fat removal surgery while her parents alleged negligence. Fearing the scarcity of water supply, people are now becoming paranoid in Delhi and putting chains, and locks on their water canes and water bores. Jailed conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar twice went on hunger strike at the Tihar jail.
Gyanvapi Masjid case: Protect area where 'Shivling' found, Muslims can continue offering 'namaz', says SC
The Supreme Court on Tuesday (May 17, 2022) ordered the District Magistrate of Varanasi to ensure the protection of the area inside the Gyanvapi-Shringar Gauri complex where 'Shivling' is said to be found in the survey. READ details here
Viral video: Delhi water crisis forces people to chain their water cans, tanks- Watch
The national capital is facing a severe water crisis amid the rising temperatures and brutal heatwave. The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) on Monday (May 16, 2022) informed that the water supply in the capital will be affected from Tuesday. Fearing the scarcity of water supply, people are now becoming paranoid in Delhi and putting chains, and locks on their water canes and water bores. WATCH video here
LIC's falls on exchange debut: Here's what analysts have to say
Shares of much-anticipated Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) made a weak listing on the stock exchanges on Tuesday. READ details here
Chetana Raj Case: Medical negligence or sudden death, read the story behind
The pressure of shedding fat took the life of young Kannada heroine Chetana Raj. The 21-year-old star had decided to undergo plastic surgery without informing anyone in the family. READ full story here
Left parties call for nationwide protest against inflation and unemployment from May 25 to 31
The Left parties have called for a nationwide protest against inflation and unemployment, starting May 25 to 31 while also rolling out a list of demands in front of the Centre. The parties have also directed their units across the country to carry out a coordinated nationwide struggle during the stated period. READ more
Amarnath Yatra 2022: Amit Shah reviews preparations
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday held a high-level meeting to review the security preparedness of the Amarnath Yatra as the annual pilgrimage is set to start on June 30 after a gap of two years. READ more
Conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar on HUNGER STRIKE, wants to meet THIS person
Jailed conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar twice went on hunger strike at the Tihar jail in protest against the prison authorities. The conman wanted the Jail authorities to relax `inmate meeting` rules for him. READ more
Assam floods: Incessant rains take a toll on 2 lakh people in over 20 districts
Around 2 lakh people in 20 districts of Assam have been affected by floods, with the hill district of Dima Hasao getting cut off from the rest of the state after landslides triggered by incessant rain snapped rail and road links, an official bulletin said on Monday. READ more
Covid-19 fourth wave: India registers 1,569 fresh cases, 19 deaths in past 24 hours
The daily rise in new coronavirus infections fell below 2,000 after 28 days taking India's tally of COVID-19 cases to 4,31,25,370, while the active cases dipped to 16,400, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Tuesday. READ more
Weather update: Delhi gets respite from heatwave; Kerala's pre-monsoon showers continue
Delhi witnessed a marginal dip in its temperature on Monday (May 16) after facing a torturous, sweltering hot Sunday (May 15). On the other hand, Kerala's pre-monsoon showers are on-going and will continue to occur as almost all distrcits are expected to receive extreme rainfall till May 17 as per the IMD. READ full weather report here
India's wheat export ban is causing US Agriculture Secretary 'deep concern' - find out why
India's decision to ban wheat export has created ripples in global markets, spurring a rally in already elevated wheat prices. Now, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has expressed "deep concern" about India's wheat export ban. READ more
