India News: Manipur government extends internet ban in the state till May 13

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) officials intercepted one female Indian national, arriving from Malawi to Hyderabad via Doha on 7th May. Examination of the checked-in baggage of the passenger resulted in recovery of 5.90 kg of Heroin, valued at approx. Rs.41.3 crores. The passenger has been arrested, reported ANI. 

Telangana | Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) officials intercepted one female Indian national, arriving from Malawi to Hyderabad via Doha on 7th May. Examination of the checked-in baggage of the passenger resulted in recovery of 5.90 kg of Heroin, valued at approx.… pic.twitter.com/afCwjri8DW

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will visit Mumbai on May 11 to meet Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray. The CM will also meet NCP chief Sharad Pawar at his residence in Silver Oaks, Malabar Hill. "He will meet Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik on May 9 and Uddhav Thackeray and Pawar Saheb (Sharad Pawar) on May 11. He is also likely to meet Telangana CM K Chandrashekhar soon for discussions on a united Opposition," JDU Maharashtra leader Kapil Patil said. 

"The problem with Go Air is that their flights are run on engines of Pratt & Whitney and they (Pratt & Whitney) are having management issues, after covid, their manufacturing has reduced. If there is no engine, what can be done?...we've spoken to Pratt & Whitney & offered to help, but the decision is upto them..." MoS Civil Aviation, General VK Singh told ANI. 

#WATCH | "The problem with Go Air is that their flights are run on engines of Pratt & Whitney and they (Pratt & Whitney) are having management issues, after covid, their manufacturing has reduced. If there is no engine, what can be done?...we've spoken to Pratt & Whitney &… pic.twitter.com/CyfywH5qb7

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

The Election Commission of India issued a notice to Karnataka BJP president in the context of a complaint received from Congress that BJP published an advertisement on 8th May 2023 making some specific claims about the Congress party.

#KarnatakaAssemblyElection2023 | Election Commission of India issues notice to Karnataka BJP president in the context of a complaint received from Congress that BJP published an advertisement on 8th May 2023 making some specific claims about the Congress party. pic.twitter.com/tBK2r9g4Vg

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

The Manipur government has decided to extend the internet ban in the state till May 13 as efforts to restore law and order continues. 

"Till now, 20,000 stranded persons have been evacuated. Around 10,000 people remain stranded. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has been monitoring the situation from the day of the incident till today," Manipur CM N Biren Singh said. He also revealed that the unrest in the state has killed 60 people, 231 people suffered injuries and around 1,700 houses have been torched. 

Till now, 20,000 stranded persons have been evacuated. Around 10,000 people remain stranded. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has been monitoring the situation from the day of the incident till today. He has sent many companies of Central forces: Manipur CM N Biren Singh pic.twitter.com/4Wj0G061Bb

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

The Kashmir Files director Vivek Agnihotri hit out at West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for 'genocide denial'. He even threatened her with a defamation case. 

VERY IMPORTANT:

In this video, I guess, @MamataOfficial didi is talking about me. Yes, I came to Bengal to interview survivors of Direct Action Day genocide instigated by Khilafat. And the role of Gopal Patha. Why are you scared? #TheKashmirFiles was about Genocide and… pic.twitter.com/x7OcaQ4A4k

— Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) May 8, 2023

"Everyone has the right to object but once the film has been approved by the court, is it ideal for the democracy to ban it? There was no official statement. Our appeal to govt is clear about its decision about the film in the state," The Kerala Story producer Vipul Shah tells Republic TV. 

#KeralaStorySuperhit | We clarified our stand on the film multiple times, now audience has responded, they have made 'The Kerala Story' blockbuster: Vipul Shah #LIVE on #ThisIsExclusive with @shawansen#TheKeralaStory pic.twitter.com/1BJ95VXgiy

— Republic (@republic) May 8, 2023

"We find it very strange that for exposing a terror network a film should be banned. We never expected this, we thought we will be lauded for our work," director Sudipto Sen said. 

I want to ask failure CM @MamataOfficial,why she has banned #KeralaStory which is Anti ISIS & Anti Love Jihad.Does she want to give protection to the people who are involved in Love Jihad & are supporter of ISIS ideology?

She need to come out clean & answer. Public is watching.

— Dr. Sukanta Majumdar (@DrSukantaBJP) May 8, 2023

Vipul Shah, the producer of The Kerala Story, has said that he will be taking legal action against the West Bengal government over the ban on his film. This comes just minutes after CM Mamata Banerjee said that the film will not be allowed to screen in the state as she fears disruption of law and order. "West Bengal government has decided to ban the movie 'The Kerala Story'. This is to avoid any incident of hatred and violence, and to maintain peace in the state," she said as per ANI. 

#WATCH | Reacting on his film #TheKeralaStory being banned in West Bengal, film's producer Vipul Shah says, "If that is what she has done, we will take legal action. Whatever is possible under the provisions of law, we will fight." https://t.co/FY3Qz8cljK pic.twitter.com/LeY23flUOg

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

"West Bengal govt has decided to ban the movie 'The Kerala Story'. This is to avoid any incident of hatred and violence, and to maintain peace in the state," CM Mamata Banerjee announced per ANI. 

West Bengal govt has decided to ban the movie 'The Kerala Story'. This is to avoid any incident of hatred and violence, and to maintain peace in the state: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

Director General of the IMD said that the storm in the Bay of Bengal is "likely to turn into a depression tomorrow. Around May 10, it is likely to become a cyclone. After May 12, it will change direction and as per our prediction and will move north-northeast and head towards Bangladesh & Myanmar."

#WATCH | DG IMD gives update on #CycloneMocha; says, "...likely to turn into a depression tomorrow. Around May 10, likely to become a cyclone...After May 12, it'll change direction & as per our prediction, will move north-northeast and head towards Bangladesh & Myanmar..." pic.twitter.com/3SyzkqGVmY

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

"The Local FSL team, Mohali FSL team, Anti-Sabotage team and Bomb Squad teams are also here. We will share with you any clarity we get from them...The situation here is peaceful. Don't trust fake news...No arrests have been made," Mehtab Singh, ADCP, Amritsar told ANI. An investigation is underway after two explosions were reported in Amritsar on May 7 and 8 within a span of 24 hours. 

#WATCH | Mehtab Singh, ADCP, Amritsar says, "...Local FSL team, Mohali FSL team, Anti-Sabotage team and Bomb Squad teams are also here. We will share with you any clarity we get from them...The situation here is peaceful. Don't trust fake news...No arrests have been made." pic.twitter.com/GNwbxdJ1iD

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

"A comprehensive judicial enquiry will be conducted into the incident. Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia has been announced for the next of kin of each deceased," Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan said. "The government will bear the expenses for the treatment of the injured people. Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Police will also investigate. 10 people were admitted to the hospital. Of them, two people have been discharged and eight are under treatment," he said. As many as 22 people died after a boat capsized near Tanur in Malappuram district on the night of May 7.

Boat capsize near Tanur in Malappuram district | A comprehensive judicial enquiry will be conducted into the incident. Rs 10 lakhs ex-gratia announced for the next of kin pf each deceased. Government will bear the expenses for the treatment of the injured people. Special… pic.twitter.com/mtg1acPIin

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

The police carried out flag march at the blast site in Amritsar after a second explosion was repoted within 24 hours. The first was on May 7 near the Golden Temple and several people were left injured. 

#WATCH | Punjab: Security forces carry out flag march in Amritsar, following the reports of an explosion near Golden Temple in Amritsar

Mehtab Singh, ADCP, Amritsar says, "This is being done to restore public confidence." pic.twitter.com/wtCNWGHgrv

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

"BJP is doing casteism and divide and rule politics Why this Kashmir Files? To humiliate one section," West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said in her address to the media. "What is this Kerala files? I don't support CPI people. I am talking about people, not the CPI(M) party because they are working with the BJP. Instead of me, it was their duty to criticise it but they work together," she said. 

"I am sorry but I will request the state government CM...very sad your party is working with BJP," the CM further said accusing the BJP of defaming Kerala. 

"No need to fear the cyclone...If there come different circumstances, we will rescue people from coastal areas as the cyclone will move to Bangladesh and then Myanmar," West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said. A cyclone which has been named Mocha is brewing in the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Meterological Department (IMD) has preducted rough weather in coastal areas throughout the week. Tap here to read more. 

"They themselves mentioned the ban. When they said, people showed them the result. If you use such words to appease someone & decide that the other side should not react, it can't happen..." BJP National President JP Nadda said. 

#WATCH | Amid a row over Karnataka Congress manifesto mentioning the ban on Bajrang Dal, BJP chief JP Nadda says, "They themselves mentioned the ban. When they said, people showed them the result. If you use such words to appease someone & decide that the other side should not… pic.twitter.com/VvjkbMhbPp

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

The Supreme Court has sought a status report from the Centre and the state government on Manipur in ten days. It also took note of the assurance given by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre and Manipur government, that steps have been taken to bring the situation in the State under control.

#ManipurViolence | Supreme Court takes note of the assurance given by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre and Manipur government, that steps have been taken to bring the situation in the State under control.

Supreme Court asks Centre and Manipur government… pic.twitter.com/fd2Rt5SFQp

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

DGCA has issued a show cause notice to Go First under the relevant provisions of the Aircraft Rules, 1937, in view of the sudden cancellation of flights and initiation of the corporate insolvency resolution process under IBC by Go Airlines (India) Limited (Go First). The regulator said that GoFirst failed to continue the operation of the service in a safe, efficient and reliable manner. 

The airline operator has been asked to submit their reply within 15 days and has been directed to stop the booking and sale of tickets directly or indirectly, with immediate effect.

The airline operator has been asked to submit their reply within 15 days of the receipt of this notice, and further decision on the continuation of their Air Operators Certificate (AOC )will be taken on the basis of the reply submitted by them. Further, Go First has been directed…

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

#WATCH | There is no provision for reservation on the basis of religion in our Constitution, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah in an interview to ANI.#KarnatakaElections pic.twitter.com/nGdu9FKkJk

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

In a recent development in the Delhi Excise Policy Scam case, the Rouse Avenue court in Delhi extended Manish Sisodia's judicial custody till May 23. The court has asked ED to give an e-copy of the chargesheet to Manish Sisodia. 

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court extends Manish Sisodia's judicial custody in the ED case of excise policy matter till May 23.

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

In a recent development in the Delhi Excise Policy Scam case, the Rouse Avenue court in Delhi extended Manish Sisodia's judicial custody till May 23. The court has asked ED to give an e-copy of the chargesheet to Manish Sisodia. 

#BREAKING | BJP stages protest over assault in Bengaluru. Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai and Tejasvi Surya also present at the site. #BJP #Bengaluru #Annamalai #TejasviSuryahttps://t.co/JBOJSkzlid pic.twitter.com/aTAjLizulB

— Republic (@republic) May 8, 2023

#WATCH | #ManipurViolence | Under the initiative of Sikkim Govt, 86 students of the state were successfully evacuated from Manipur. They left for their respective home towns on Sikkim Nationalised Transport buses from Siliguri today. pic.twitter.com/izqhirZeSR

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

#LIVE | Union Home Minister Amit Shah speaks on reservation quota, abuse politics and more ahead of #KarnatakaAssemblyElection2023. #AmitShah #KarnatakaAssemblyElection2023 #UnionMinisterhttps://t.co/JBOJSkzlid pic.twitter.com/ZtSPNBqoK7

— Republic (@republic) May 8, 2023

#WATCH Former Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia brought to Rouse Avenue Court at the end of his judicial custody in the ED case of excise policy matter pic.twitter.com/r3NJSNwdSI

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

After several senior BJP leaders condemned Sonia Gandhi's "Karnataka sovereignty" remark, the BJP has now moved to the Election Commission over the same. Drumming up support for the grand old party in Karnataka, Sonia Gandhi on Saturday said, "Congress will not allow anyone to pose any threat to Karnataka's reputation, sovereignty, or integrity." Read Full Story Here

AV Homkar, IG Operations, Jharkhand Police on the surrender of four Naxalites said, "Today is a very historical day as the Kaleswari sub-zone of Jharkhand which was afflicted with Naxalism for the past 30 years has got rid of Naxalism to some extent by the joint and continued efforts of Jharkhand Police and CRPF."

Ranchi | Today is a very historical day as the Kaleswari sub-zone of Jharkhand which was afflicted with Naxalism for the past 30 years has got rid of naxalism to some extent by the joint and continued efforts of Jharkhand Police and CRPF: AV Homkar, IG Operations, Jharkhand… pic.twitter.com/ry3DKmWDQF

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

The wife of slain Gopalganj magistrate G. Krishnaiah moved the Supreme Court on Saturday, May 6 challenging the release of former Bihar MP Anand Mohan, who was convicted for the murder that took place in 1994.

#LIVE | Supreme Court issues notice to Bihar Government and others on slained IAS officer G Krishnaiah's wife Uma Krishnaiah Devi plea challenging the release of Bihar politician Anand Mohan. Uma Krishnaiah Devi speaks to Republic on the same. #SC https://t.co/JBOJSkzlid pic.twitter.com/H0JtAd8yYx

— Republic (@republic) May 8, 2023

#WATCH | We are happy that Supreme Court has responded positively and issued notice to the Bihar govt and to other people who are involved in it. They have to reply within 2 weeks. We will get justice in SC: Uma Devi, wife of former IAS officer G Krishnaiah https://t.co/pPvcFo7kni pic.twitter.com/gM7RHI0TO2

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

✅ Engine run
✅ Painting
✅ First flight
The 1️⃣st #C295 for #India 🇮🇳 successfully completed its maiden flight! 🥳 This significant milestone further clears the way for delivery before end of the year.

Read the press release for more ℹ️ : https://t.co/W6u53TCjUS@IAF_MCC pic.twitter.com/YjggKdwZbK

— Airbus Defence (@AirbusDefence) May 8, 2023

The first C295 for India has successfully completed its maiden flight, marking a significant milestone towards its delivery by the second half of 2023. The tactical aircraft took off from Seville, Spain, on the 5th of May at 11:45 am local time (GMT+1) and landed at 14:45 pm after three hours of flight. 

Jean-Brice Dumont, Head of Military Air Systems at Airbus Defence and Space said, "This first flight represents a significant accomplishment for the first Make in India aerospace programme. With the Indian Air Force set to become the largest operator of the C295 in the world, this programme exemplifies our commitment to improve the Indian Air Force (IAF) operational capabilities."

"Party working constantly to ensure victory in Karnataka. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is ensuring that all communities are taken along," said BJP leader BS Yediyurappa while addressing a press conference.
 

#BREAKING | BJP is working constantly to ensure victory in Karnataka: Former CM of Karnataka BS Yediyurappa holds news briefing ahead of the #KarnatakaAssemblyElection2023#BSYediyurappa #KarnatakaElections2023 #Karnataka https://t.co/JBOJSkzlid pic.twitter.com/ykbHXtVcRo

— Republic (@republic) May 8, 2023

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has announced Rs 10 lakh compensation to the kin of victims and said that the government will bear the treatment expense of the injured people. Notably, 22 people, including a police officer were killed after an overloaded double-decker tourist boat capsized at Parappanangadi on Sunday. 

Uttar Pradesh Police is conducting searches in the Kachhar area of Kaushambi-Prayagraj after receiving information about the presence of shooter Sabir along with Shaista Parveen, wife of Prayagraj mafia Atiq Ahmed.

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) May 8, 2023

Indian Air Force and Rajasthan police officials at currently at the spot in Hanumangarh where a MiG-21 fighter aircraft crashed today morning leaving 3 civilians dead. Issuing a statement, Indian Air Force said, "The pilot experienced an onboard emergency, following which he attempted to recover the aircraft as per existing procedures. Having failed to do so, he initiated an ejection, sustaining minor injuries in the process. The pilot was recovered from about 25 kilometers North East of Suratgarh base."

The pilot experienced an onboard emergency, following which he attempted to recover the aircraft as per existing procedures. Having failed to do so, he initiated an ejection, sustaining minor injuries in the process. The pilot was recovered from about 25 kilometres North East of…

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

IAF further asserted that the aircraft wreckage fell on a house in Bahlol Nagar in Hanumangarh District, unfortunately leading to the loss of three lives. "The IAF regrets the loss of lives and offers its deepest condolences to the bereaved families. A Court of Inquiry has been constituted to ascertain the cause of the accident," said IAF. 

The accident has unfortunately led to the loss of three lives on ground.
The IAF regrets this loss and offers its deepest condolences to the bereaved families.https://t.co/2qcCldHSgU

— Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) May 8, 2023

China is aiming at disturbing India-Asean Joint Naval exercises in the South China sea. Indian Naval ships along with that of Thailand, Vietnam, Brunei, Indonesia, and the Philippines were carrying out the joint exercise in a seven-ship formation. The Chinese militia, on its way to Spratlys Island, changed course and started heading toward the exercise Flotilla. According to sources, the Naval ships part of the exercise has taken defensive maneuvers. 

#BREAKING | China aims to disturb India-Asean drill. China plotting sinister plan: Sources.#China #IndiaAseanDrill #India https://t.co/JBOJSkzlid pic.twitter.com/vj2ufiNnpm

— Republic (@republic) May 8, 2023

Kerala Chief Minister's Office has said that a comprehensive judicial enquiry will be conducted into the Malappuram boat accident."Rs 10 lakhs compensation for the dependents of deceased persons. The government will bear the treatment expenses of the injured people. A special team of police will also investigate the incident," Kerala CMO said. 

Malappuram boat accident: A comprehensive judicial enquiry will be conducted into the boat accident. Rs 10 lakhs compensation for the dependents of deceased persons. Government will bear the treatment expenses of the injured people. A special team of police will also investigate…

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

Delhi High Court on Monday questioned jail authorities over the recovery of four knives from Tihar premises where gangster Tillu Tajpuriya was stabbed to death. The High Court has asked the jail authorities why no preventive action was taken when Tillu Tajpuriya's murder was captured on CCTV cameras. 

The death toll in the plane crash incident near Rajasthan's Hanumangarh has now rose to three. According to sources, the pilot has sustained minor injuries.

#WATCH | Farmers break through police barricades as they join protesting wrestlers at Jantar Mantar, Delhi

The wrestlers are demanding action against WFI chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over allegations of sexual harassment. pic.twitter.com/k4d0FRANws

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

Supreme Court directs YouTuber Manish Kashyap to move concerned High Court with his plea challenging detention order under NSA and other various FIRs registered against him. pic.twitter.com/hr5gsevCcp

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

#WATCH | RJD MP Misa Bharti arrives at Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court to attend Court proceedings in connection with land for jobs scam case pic.twitter.com/sl9b3dGR6g

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

CBI sought time to file the supplementary charge sheet in the alleged land-for-jobs scam case. Rouse Avenue court granted time and listed the matter for June 1. The court asked the agency to expedite the matter.

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

IAF's MiG-21 aircraft crashed near Suratgarh during a routine training sortie. The pilot was ejected safely sustaining minor injuries. Indian Air Force said that an inquiry has been constituted to ascertain the cause of the accident. 

A MiG-21 aircraft of the IAF crashed near Suratgarh during a routine training sortie. The pilot ejected safely, sustaining minor injuries. An inquiry has been constituted to ascertain the cause of the accident: Indian Air Force pic.twitter.com/sP37zmo7k0

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

#UPDATE | Rajasthan: Two civilian women died and a man was injured after the plane crashed on their house in Bahlolnagar in Hanumangarh district. Rescue operation underway: Police

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan visited Tirurangadi Taluk Hospital where the survivors of the Malappuram boat tragedy are admitted. 

Malappuram boat accident: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan arrives at Taluk Hospital, Tirurangadi in Malappuram district where survivors of the incident are admitted.

22 people lost their lives after a tourist boat capsized last night. pic.twitter.com/7NSZKPjmki

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

Indian Air Force's MiG 21 crashed on the roof of a building in Rajasthan's Hanumangarh on Monday morning. Rescue operations are underway. 

#LIVE | Indian Air Force MiG-21 fighter plane crashes in Rajasthan's Hanumangarh; search operations underway.#Rajasthan #Hanumangarh #MIG21 https://t.co/JBOJSkzlid pic.twitter.com/5jPmNeeWJV

— Republic (@republic) May 8, 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has spoken to Manipur CM N Biren Singh and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma amid the violence in the northeastern state. A total of 22 students are to be brought back to Mumbai on a special chartered flight. 

#WATCH | Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde interacted with students of Maharashtra who are stranded in Manipur. The students thanked CM Shinde for helping them so promptly and said that we are all safe: Shiv Sena

(Video source: Shiv Sena)#ManipurViolence pic.twitter.com/A4mHwayLei

— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2023

In a recent update on the Rajouri terror attack, Jammu and Kashmir police detained one person for helping terrorists in Rajouri's forest area. Agencies suspected that the detained individual has extended shelter and food items to terrorists. Notably, five jawans of the Indian Army’s Special Forces attained martyrdom in this attack on May 5. 

Tamil Nadu Special Force said that DGP C Sylendra Babu has ordered a probe into the Delhi Tihar Jail incident where gangster Tillu Tajpuriya was murdered when a few Tamil Nadu TSP personnel stand as mute spectators.

ADGP HM Jayaram is visiting Tihar jail to investigate this today. 

Tamil Nadu DGP C Sylendra Babu orders probe into the Delhi Tihar Jail incident where gangster Tillu Tajpuriya was murdered when a few Tamil Nadu TSP personnel stand as mute spectators. ADGP HM Jayaram is visiting Tihar jail to investigate this today: Tamil Nadu Special Force https://t.co/ZzlxK7rAay

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

The second blast occurred at Heritage Street near Amritsar's Golden Temple in the wee hours of Monday, May 8. A police team and a bomb squad team are at the spot. Notably, a blast was reported in the parking area of the Golden Temple in Amritsar City of Punjab late Saturday night.

As per the police sources, no casualties were reported but several people are said to be injured after the explosion took place.

#BREAKING | Blast in Amritsar, Punjab due to gas leak; no casualties reported. #Amritsar #Punjab #AmritsarBlast

Tune in here - https://t.co/JBOJSkzT7L pic.twitter.com/uwYr8Kdl1X

— Republic (@republic) May 7, 2023

Former Rajasthan Chief Minister and BJP leader Vasundhara Raje countered Ashok Gehlot's claims a day after he praised her for saving the Congress regime in 2020. She alleged that Gehlot is lying out of fear of losing the 2023 Assembly elections and added that his false allegations showcase that he is rattled by the rebellion in the state Congress unit. Read Full Story Here

Chhattisgarh | An encounter broke out between DRG jawans and Naxals in the Bheji area. Two Naxalites have been killed in the encounter. Search operation underway in the area: Sukma police

— ANI MP/CG/Rajasthan (@ANI_MP_CG_RJ) May 8, 2023

#WATCH | Kerala Revenue Minister K Rajan arrives at the spot in Malappuram district where a tourist boat capsized last night. pic.twitter.com/FnlnIZzlYP

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

After the Manipur government gave relaxation in curfew which was imposed in the wake of massive violence in the northeastern state of Manipur, locals said that cars were being burnt earlier and there was immense violence, however, the situation can improve now. 

Notably, curfew was relaxed for 3 hours on Sunday allowing locals to buy essential commodities. 

#ManipurViolence | People come out of their houses to buy essentials in Imphal's Thangal Bazar area, during curfew relaxation hours.

According to Manipur Security Advisor Kuldeep Singh, 37 people have lost their lives in the violence. pic.twitter.com/lEhFbHWDwh

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

According to sources, three students of Khandwa are stuck at Manipur's Imphal University after which the family members are really worried, the family members say that the children contacted them 3 days back but now even their phones are not working. 

"The children said that there are sounds of bombardment and gunfire around the hostel where they are staying. Arrangements for drinking water and food are also not being made in the hostel. The children are very scared," said the relatives of the students who are stranded in Manipur. Relatives have requested the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Shivraj Singh Chouhan, to airlift all 3 students and rescue them and bring them back to Madhya Pradesh.

The students of Khandwa who are stuck in Manipur include Shashibhan Tiwari, Harsh Rao, and Shivam Rai. Due to the violence, phone and internet service is closed due to which the relatives of the students are not able to contact.

In a recent update on the Kerala boat capsize incident, police has registered a case against the boat owner P Nasar who is said to be absconding. According to sources, the passengers didn't wear the life jacket. Sources also said that the boat didn't have the required license to operate. The fishing boat was transformed into a tourist boat and used just a month ago. 

The Southern Naval Command squad is set to arrive from Kochi in Chetak helicopter. The locals burnt the wooden bridge to the boat jetty made for tourist in protest last night. 

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will visit the accident site on Monday, the Chief Minister's Office said. According to state statement, Monday has been declared a day of official mourning and all government programmes stand postponed as a mark of respect to the victims.

Rains lashed several parts of Delhi on Monday morning with thick clouds hovering over the Delhi-NCR region. A dust storm and light rain swept several parts of Delhi on Sunday, bringing the mercury two notches below the season's average to 37.4 degrees Celsius, the India Meteorological Department said. Read Full Story Here

Atleast 21 people have been declared dead after a tourist boat capsized in Kerala's Malappuram district. A team of NDRF is on the spot and searches are still underway to rescue other victims.

Atleast 21 people dead after a tourist boat capsized in Kerala's Malappuram district. NDRF on the spot; search still underway for other victims.

(Visuals from overnight rescue operation) pic.twitter.com/v1BQs8Ztx6

— ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2023

Malappuram boat accident: NDRF team deployed at the spot where a tourist boat capsized near Tanur in Malappuram district leaving atleast 21 people dead.#Kerala pic.twitter.com/tYGdd47IQU

— ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2023

On Sunday, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan condoled the loss of lives in the Malappuram boat capsize incident and ordered the effective coordination of rescue operations.

Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the Tanur boat accident in Malappuram. Have directed the District administration to effectively coordinate rescue operations, which are being overseen by Cabinet Ministers. Heartfelt condolences to the grieving families & friends.

— Pinarayi Vijayan (@pinarayivijayan) May 7, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the loss of lives in the incident and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each to the next of kin of the deceased.

Pained by the loss of lives due to the boat mishap in Malappuram, Kerala. Condolences to the bereaved families. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be provided to the next of kin of each deceased: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 7, 2023