India News LIVE | Amit Shah lands in violence-hit Manipur

"Strongly condemn the heinous act of killing Deepu of Udhampur by terrorists in Anantnag. Terrorism is a menace that needs to be fought by us collectively. It is a curse against humanity!" DPAP chairman Ghulam Nabi Azad tweeted. 

JKNC vice president Omar Abdullah also tweeted, "Pained by the news of yet another targeted attack against a civilian in Anantnag area of South Kashmir. The murder of Deepak who worked with a traveling circus to earn an honest living is an abomination & I condemn this militant attack unreservedly. May Deepak’s soul rest in peace."

Visuals from the meeting of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi with Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot and party leader Sachin Pilot. After the meeting, the party said that both Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot will fight elections unitedly in a joint fight against the BJP.

A person was killed in terror attack at South Kashmir's Anantnag district. According to the J&K police, the man was identified as Deepu from Udhampur and received four gunshot wounds. The area has been cordoned off by joint security forces and an investigation is underway.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah landed in Manipur on May 28, a day after clashes broke out in the state. All cabinet ministers including CM N Biren Singh, Eastern Army Commander, and top officials of the State welcomed him at the Imphal airport. He is scheduled to hold a meeting with the CM and cabinet tonight.

Northeast's first Vande Bharat Express train reached New Jalpaiguri Junction in West Bengal. The train was flagged off by PM Narendra Modi virtually from Guwahati in Assam on May 29. Tap here to read more. 

"The Prime Minister has announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF for the next of kin of those who have lost their lives in the tragedies in Mysuru and Dhanbad. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000," a statement by PMO read. On May 29, six people died due to electrocution at Nichitpur railway crossing under Dhanbad division of Eastern Central Railway whereas 10 lost their lives in a road accident in Mysuru. 

"Pained to learn about the unfortunate loss of lives including those of children in a road accident in Mysuru. My condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured," President Droupadi Murmu tweeted. Ten people including two children lost their lives in the accident between a private bus and a car on May 29. 

Family and supporters are carrying out candle march on first death anniversary of Sidhu Moosewala in Punjab's Mansa. They are still demanding justice for the Congress member and rapper who was killed in broad daylight on May 29, 2022. 

The Indian Army and Assam Rifles have safely moved 328 civilians from Sugnu to Sajik Tampak in Manipur during its rescue operations. UAVs, Mine Protected Vehicles, and QRTs were tasked to ensure the safe movement of 2,000 civilians from Serou to Pangaltabi in vehicles, the Indian Army said. Operations in Kakching district is still underway.

The preliminary findings of the post-mortem report of the 16-year-old minor girl revealed that she was stabbed 16 times by the arrested accused Sahil (20). The force ruptured her skull after she was attacked by a blunt object. Police are now awaiting the detailed post-mortem report.

After insulting the new Parliament building, Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav-led Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) attacked the sacred Sengol which was installed in the Lok Sabha on May 28 by PM Narendra Modi. 

"Have you seen this movie lately in which a huge actor is holding some familiar object in his hand? Please tell the name of the artist and film," the RJD Twitter handle posted. 

"In a joint search operation with Punjab Police, 4.2kg (Appx) of heroin has been recovered in Village Dal, Tarn Taran," BSF Punjab tweeted. "Hook attached to consignment indicates that it has been dropped by drone from Pakistan," the tweet read. 

"My daughter was stabbed many times, her head was also bludgeoned into pieces. We demand stringent punishment for the accused," said father of he 16-year-old girl who was stabbed to death in Delhi Shahbad Dairy area on the night of May 28.

"The accused Sahil has been nabbed from Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. He is being brought here. We will collect all the best possible evidence to ensure the accused gets the strictest punishment," Delhi Police Special CP Dependra Pathak told ANI. 

AAP leader Dilip Pandey lashed out at Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena and accused him of being lethargic toward the law and order situation in the national capital. A 16-year-old girl was murdered by a man named Sahil (20) who was arrested by the police in Bulandshahr. The deceased was stabbed multiple times and later bludgeoned to death in public view. 

Sahil (20), who absconded after stabbing a 16-year-old girl to death in Delhi's Shahbad Dairy area, has been arrested by police in Bulandshahr. Six teams were formed to nab him. Tap here to read more. 

The accused (Sahil) is 20 years old. 6 teams have been formed to arrest the accused. Our probe is underway. His parents are cooperating in the matter. The accused will be arrested soon: Raja Banthia, Addtl DCP, Outer North, Delhi

A 16-year-old girl was stabbed 40-50 times and then was hit by a stone multiple times after which she died. All this has been captured on CCTV. Several people saw this but did not pay heed. Delhi has become extremely unsafe for women and girls. I appeal to the central govt to call a high-level meeting with Union HM, Delhi LG, DCW chief and Delhi CM, said DCW chief Swati Maliwal. 

Delhi High Court issues notice to JKLF leader Yasin Malik on National Investigation Agency's (NIA) appeal seeking death penalty for him in terror funding case.

It further issued production warrant for Yasin Malik to be present before the Court on the next date of hearing on Aug 9, 2023

On Monday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah held his first 'Janata Aarshan' at his official residence in Bengaluru.

Addressing the media on the completion of 9 years of PM Modi govt, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said, "Today no one can look at India crookedly. India has always tried to maintain a good relationship with its neighbouring countries... Today India is replying in the same language. Indian borders are now secure."

Mumbai Police issued prohibitory orders restricting the movement and unlawful assembly of five or more persons in anticipation of a breach of peace, disturbance to public tranquillity and danger to human lives. The order will remain in force in the city till June 11.

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chief on Monday made a big announcement regarding the launch of Chandrayaan-3. "Chandrayaan-3 will be launched in July this year," said ISRO chief S Somanath. 

"Today is a big day for the rail connectivity of the entire North East including Assam. This Vande Bharat Express will make the life of the people living here easier and this will also give a boost to the tourism sector of the state," PM Modi said at the flagging off event of Vande Bharat Express in Assam.

Delhi High Court dismisses PIL challenging Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and State Bank of India (SBI) notifications, which permits the exchange of Rs 2000 banknotes without obtaining any requisition slip and identity proof.

An Apache attack helicopter has made a precautionary landing in a field in a village in the Bhind district of Madhya Pradesh. More details awaited: Indian Air Force (IAF) officials

Following the successful launch of its GSLV-F12/ NVS-O1 Mission, ISRO tweeted, "Mission accomplished. After a flight of about 19 minutes, the NVS-O1 satellite was injected precisely into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit. Subsequent orbit-raising manoeuvres will take NVS-01 into the intended Geosynchronous orbit."

Kejriwal to meet Sitaram yechury next. The AAP supremo will meet Sh Sitaram Yechury ji at CPM headquarters on Tuesday, at 12.30 pm to seek their support against ordinance.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday filed its second Supplementary Chargesheet in the case related to the Naxal attack on former MLA Gurcharan Nayak, in which two police personnel were killed in Jharkhand in January 2022.
 
Two accused have been named in the Chargesheet, filed in the NIA Special Court Ranchi. They have been identified as 25-year-old Tivari Bankira @ Shaka and 20-year-old Sadan Korah @ Sajan, both armed cadres of CPI (Maoist), a proscribed terrorist organisation. The duo, who hail from West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, have been charged under various sections of IPC and UA(P) Act. While Tivari was arrested on 30th November 2022, Sadan has been in custody since 13th February 2023.
 
The attack had taken place on 4th January last year at High School Jhilrua, P.S Goilkera, District West Sighbhum. The Jharkhand police had initially registered the case (FIR no. 01/2022) at the local Police station. Subsequently, on 30th June 2022, the NIA had re-registered the case  as RC-03/2022/NIA/RNC. Following investigations, NIA had charge-sheeted 14 accused persons on 31st December 2022 in this case.
 
As per NIA investigations, Tivari and Sadan were providing support to CPI (Maoist) for furthering its terror and violence realted activities and waging of a war against the Government of India. They were part of the conspiracy to carry out the terrorist attack on Gurucharan Nayak and his bodyguards. They were also part of the Special Action Team established by the banned terror outfit to execute the crime. 
 
The two accused had attended the meeting in which the conspiracy to attack Gurcharan Nayak with deadly weapons at Project +2, High School Jhilrua, was hatched. They had done a recce of the spot a day before the incident and had also participated in the training to execute the attack.

Voting has started on two MLC seats of the Legislative Council in UP. Voting started from 9 am till 4 pm. CM Yogi Adityanath castes his vote. The result of the election will be declared at 5 pm. Both these seats were vacated by the resignation of Laxman Acharya and the death of Banwari Lal Dohra. Earlier both the seats were with BJP. On which once again BJP has nominated Manvendra Singh and Padamsen.

YS Sharmila meets DK Shivakumar at his residence in Sadashivanagar and Congratulates him on the Congress' victory and him becoming the DyCM of Karnataka

Tamil Nadu | Nine people, including a DMK Councillor, arrested for preventing Income Tax officials from doing their duty. Earlier, when IT officials tried to search premises linked to Minister Senthil Balaji, his supporters allegedly attacked and prevented them from conducting the raid.

Rain and gusty winds lashed Delhi and parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) in the wee hours of Monday morning bringing relief from the heat. Delhiites woke up to a pleasant morning with the minimum temperature recorded at 23.6 degrees Celsius. 

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that rain along with dust storms is expected to hit the parts of Delhi-NCR during the day also. The rain will be accompanied by gusty winds with speeds ranging from 40 to 60 km per hour. READ FULL STORY HERE. 

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will hold separate meetings with Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his bete noire Sachin Pilot on Monday, May 29 in Delhi, a senior party leader familiar with the development said. 

The chief minister's office has also released Gehlot's programme confirming his visit to Delhi, where he will also lay foundation stone of the Rajasthan House.  READ FULL STORY HERE. 

Maharashtra: Fire broke out in a paper-cupboard godown in Golmarket of Pune, during the early hours today. 9 fire tenders reached the spot and doused the fire. No casualties reported.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 on the Richter Scale hit Sonitpur, Assam at 8:03 am today: National Centre for Seismology

Latest satellite imagery shows possibility of light to moderate spells of rain accompanied with thunderstorms/lightning/gusty winds activity over some parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Andaman & Nicobar Islands during next 3-4 hours: India Meteorological Department (IMD)

At least seven dead and several others injured in a road accident that took place in the Jalukbari area of Guwahati on Sunday late night. "As per preliminary investigation, we have found that the deceased are students. The incident took place at Jalukbari area," says Thube Prateek Vijay Kumar, Joint Commissioner of Police, Guwahati to ANI

Karnataka Cabinet portfolio allocation: CM Siddaramaiah keeps Finance, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar gets Major & Medium Irrigation and Bengaluru City Development, HK Patil gets Law & Parliamentary Affairs, Legislation, Tourism and Dinesh Gundu Rao gets Health & Family Welfare, Krishna Byregowda gets Revenue (Excluding Muzrai).