‘Cold, angry 21 hrs in goods compartment…’: Narayana Murthy’s take on stark inequity in India

More than one cloudburst in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, triggered flash floods, causing significant damage in high-altitude villages during the monsoon season. Defined by the IMD as rainfall exceeding 100 mm per hour, cloudbursts pose increasing risks due to climate change, impacting densely populated Himalayan regions and necessitating stronger disaster management policies. Want More Context? 🔎

A Hindu housewarming ceremony in Texas was interrupted when the Bedford fire department responded to a report of a fire, mistakenly interpreting the traditional havan ritual as a fire emergency. Viral footage captures firefighters inspecting the scene while the family continued their ceremony, highlighting a humorous misunderstanding of cultural practices. Want More Context? 🔎

Dumas police in Surat arrested four men and two women, aged 23 to 25, after a party at the ‘Weekend Address’ hotel was reported by a concerned father-in-law, who suspected his daughter-in-law was involved. The group was found with alcohol, and police are investigating the informer's motives and the legality of the room rental under a police notification. Want More Context? 🔎

The INDIA bloc criticized the Supreme Court's remarks against Rahul Gandhi as "extraordinary and unwarranted," following his comments about the Indian Army during his Bharat Jodo Yatra. The alliance defended his right to question the government on national issues, emphasizing that it is the duty of the opposition leader to hold the government accountable, particularly regarding national security. Want More Context? 🔎

File photo of PM Modi and Donald Trump (Pic credit: ANI) NEW DELHI: Congress criticized PM Modi for the escalating tensions with the U.S. following Trump's threats to raise tariffs over India's oil imports from Russia. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh highlighted the irony of Modi's "special bond" with Trump, emphasizing the deteriorating relations and calling out Modi's silence on Trump's controversial claims regarding India-Pakistan relations. Want More Context? 🔎

India secured a thrilling six-run victory against England in the fifth Test at The Oval, resulting in a 2-2 series draw. Head coach Gautam Gambhir celebrated passionately with the team, especially as Mohammed Siraj took five wickets, marking a significant turnaround in Gambhir's coaching tenure after earlier challenges. Want More Context? 🔎