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As Bengaluru grapples with a severe water crisis exacerbated by dwindling reservoir levels and receding groundwater, residents face the prospect of a 24-hour water supply cut commencing Tuesday. With over 200 talukas in the state declared drought-hit, the city's water board finds itself compelled to divert resources from depleted sources towards meeting essential water needs.

In a significant move towards bolstering its defense capabilities and promoting indigenous manufacturing, the Indian Navy has announced that the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile will now serve as its primary weapon system. Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar made this declaration following the clearance of a ₹19,000 crore deal by the Cabinet Committee on Security, paving the way for the acquisition of over 200 BrahMos missiles.

In a significant political development ahead of the general elections, Lok Sabha MP Ritesh Pandey has resigned from the Mayawati-led Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) and officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Pandey, who represents the Ambedkar Nagar parliamentary seat in Uttar Pradesh, announced his decision to switch parties, citing inspiration from Prime Minister Modi's vision for a developed India.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued a stern warning against those involved in compromising the future of the youth, following the cancellation of the police constable recruitment examination due to allegations of cheating. Adityanath's statement comes in the wake of the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to annul the recruitment process, which saw the participation of around 48 lakh candidates earlier this month.

Commuters aboard a Mumbai local train were pleasantly surprised as they found themselves sharing their coach with none other than Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on a recent Saturday morning. Sitharaman's impromptu train ride, from Ghatkopar to Kalyan, both suburbs of Mumbai, created a buzz among passengers who were delighted to interact with her during the journey.

The tragic demise of Shubh Karan Singh, a 21-year-old native of Bathinda, in a clash last Wednesday has sparked intense demands from farm leaders and the deceased's family for justice. With apprehensions looming over the possibility of the Punjab government conducting a post-mortem without registering a First Information Report (FIR) against the responsible Haryana Police officials, farmers have initiated a round-the-clock vigil at the Government Rajindra Hospital mortuary where Shubh Karan's body is currently kept.

Weather experts have forecasted the likelihood of rain and snow making a comeback in the Western Himalayan region and nearby plains early next week, with overcast conditions and spells of precipitation anticipated in central India and parts of the northwest plains, including the national capital, Delhi. This forecast comes in light of a new western disturbance (WD) system expected to affect these regions, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

In a remarkable display of courage and quick thinking, a woman constable in Jaipur intercepted and apprehended an armed robber attempting to escape after shooting at a bank cashier. The dramatic incident unfolded at a Punjab National Bank (PNB) branch in the Jhotwara area, where two masked assailants entered to carry out a robbery.

Former Madhya Pradesh chief minister Kamal Nath, amidst swirling rumors of a potential shift to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has called upon the people and Congress workers to join Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in the state. Nath's social media post comes in the wake of intense speculation regarding his political allegiance, with some suggesting a possible defection to the BJP.

In a stirring speech delivered at the UK Parliament, Kashmiri activist and journalist Yana Mir captivated audiences with her resolute declaration that she is not Malala Yusufzai and has no intention of becoming one. Mir's impassioned words resonated widely as she asserted her freedom and safety in her homeland of Kashmir, which she proudly proclaims as part of India.

The Delhi High Court dealt a blow to Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra on Friday, dismissing her plea aimed at restraining the Enforcement Directorate (ED) from allegedly leaking information related to a Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) case against her. Justice Subramonium Prasad dismissed Moitra's petition after the federal agency refuted claims of releasing any press releases or divulging information to the media.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has escalated its scrutiny of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with the ongoing probe into alleged financial irregularities surrounding the city's excise policy. Despite previous summons, Kejriwal has reportedly continued to evade interrogation by the financial crimes probe agency since November 2023. In response, the ED has now issued fresh summons, marking the seventh occasion, requesting Kejriwal's appearance before them on February 26, according to sources familiar with the matter.

In a tragic incident, a Russian skier lost his life while seven others from the same group were hit by a massive avalanche in Gulmarg, a prominent ski resort town in Jammu and Kashmir. The avalanche struck the upper reaches of Gulmarg, near the Kongdoori slopes, earlier today. Fortunately, six of the skiers have been successfully rescued from the treacherous conditions.

In a significant turn of events, the Manipur High Court has taken a decisive step by deleting a paragraph from its March 27, 2023, order, which had recommended the inclusion of the majority Meitei community in the Scheduled Tribe (ST) list. This move comes amidst ongoing ethnic clashes between the Meiteis and tribal Kukis, believed to have been sparked by the initial court order.