Jabalpur cruise tragedy: Death toll reaches 9; search on for missing four

IANS | May 1, 2026 1:41 PM

Jabalpur, May 1 (IANS) The death toll in the tragic cruise accident at Bargi Dam in Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur district has reached nine, after three more bodies were recovered on Friday, with the rescue teams continuing an intensive search operation for four missing passengers, including children.

ACP-rank officer arrested by Mumbai Police for 'molesting' minor

IANS | May 1, 2026 11:38 AM

Mumbai, May 1 (IANS) Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) rank officer was arrested by Mumbai Police for allegedly molesting a minor girl. The Worli Police have registered a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act following the disturbing incident.

Storms, heavy rain in UP claim 24 lives in 2 days; CM Adityanath assures support

IANS | May 1, 2026 11:37 AM

Lucknow, May 1 (IANS) Severe weather conditions, including heavy rain, strong storms, and lightning, have caused widespread damage across Uttar Pradesh over the past two days, claiming at least 24 lives. According to official reports, 15 people have been injured, while 16 animals have also died in the extreme weather events.