At least nine people, including a one-year-old child, died in a fire at a four-storey building in Delhi’s Vivek Vihar. Four others were injured. Police said the fire broke out early morning and spread across upper floors. Five bodies were found on the second floor. Three were recovered from a locked staircase area. One body was found on the first floor. Officials suspect an AC blast may have caused the fire, but the exact reason is not confirmed. Around 12 fire tenders were sent to the spot. A senior officer said, “10 to 15 people were rescued.” Rajnath Singh expressed grief over the deaths. (PC: X) 

The Jammu and Kashmir government has completed the takeover of 58 schools linked to the Jamaat-e-Islami through the Falah-e-Aam Trust. Officials said these schools were under the trust’s influence. Administrative control has been given to nearby government school principals. Some school heads said, “The takeover has effectively stripped us of our autonomy.” Others said daily work remains mostly unchanged. The move is part of a wider action that began in 2022 and expanded in 2025. These schools were known as affordable options with strong results. The government said the step was taken in the interest of students. (PC: The Indian Express)

Traffic on the Mumbai-Bengaluru highway in Pune was hit after hundreds of people blocked the road to protest the rape and murder of a 3.5-year-old girl. The protest took place near Navale Bridge, where family members placed the child’s body and demanded strict punishment. Police said a 65-year-old man has been arrested and has confessed to the crime. The protest began as a sit-in but later led to heavy traffic jams. Authorities issued advisories and later cleared the road. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said he would seek capital punishment for the accused. (PC: HT)

A video from inside a residential building in Delhi’s Vivek Vihar shows burnt rooms and the remains of victims after a deadly fire. The blaze killed at least nine people, including a toddler and four women. Police said five bodies were found on the second floor, while three were recovered from the staircase. The fire broke out early in the morning and spread across multiple floors. The cause is not confirmed yet, but an AC blast is suspected. Officials said the second, third and fourth floors were badly damaged. An investigation is underway to find the exact reason behind the fire. 

At least eight people were killed and four others injured after a massive fire broke out in a residential building in Delhi’s Vivek Vihar area, reportedly triggered by an air-conditioner blast. The blaze spread rapidly through the structure, trapping occupants inside. Fire services rushed to the spot and carried out rescue operations, while the injured were taken to nearby hospitals. Preliminary reports suggest an electrical fault or AC explosion as the likely cause, though investigations are ongoing. The incident highlights recurring concerns over fire safety and faulty electrical appliances in densely populated urban areas. 

A Delhi judicial officer, Aman Kumar Sharma, was found dead by suicide at his Safdarjung residence, with police suspecting death by hanging. The 30–35-year-old judge, posted as Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority at Karkardooma Court, had joined the judicial service in 2021. According to reports, Sharma had made a distress call to his father shortly before the incident, expressing emotional turmoil. Family members have alleged ongoing marital discord and mental stress as possible contributing factors. Police received a PCR call, broke open the door, and initiated an inquest. The body has been sent for post-mortem as investigations continue.

Seven-year-old Ishank Singh has created history by becoming the youngest swimmer to cross the Palk Strait, completing a 29-kilometre open-water swim in 9 hours and 50 minutes. The challenging route from Talaimannar in Sri Lanka to Dhanushkodi in Tamil Nadu is known for strong currents and unpredictable conditions. Ishank Singh battled rough seas to achieve the feat on April 30, earning recognition from the Universal Records Forum. His accomplishment has drawn nationwide praise, highlighting exceptional endurance, discipline, and determination at a remarkably young age.

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands has set a new Guinness World Record by unfurling the world’s largest underwater national flag at Radhanagar Beach on Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island). The massive Indian Tricolour, measuring around 60 by 40 metres, was deployed beneath the sea in a highly coordinated operation involving over 200 trained divers and multiple agencies. Officials said the complex effort required precise planning and strict safety protocols, with participation from the Navy, Coast Guard, police, and diving teams. The achievement marks a significant milestone, showcasing India’s capability in large-scale underwater operations while boosting the region’s global tourism appeal.

Mumbai resident Teena Choudhry has shared her account of the viral traffic incident, claiming she was ignored by police for over an hour before confronting Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan. The incident occurred during a major traffic jam caused by a political rally, leaving commuters stranded. Choudhry said repeated requests to police received no response, forcing her to step out and seek help. The situation escalated into a viral confrontation, though she later acknowledged that Mahajan eventually intervened to clear the road. The episode has sparked debate over traffic management, civic responsibility, and police responsiveness. 

The pilot of the ill-fated cruise boat that capsized at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur has acknowledged safety lapses while expressing deep remorse over the tragedy that killed at least nine people. He claimed worsening weather conditions triggered the disaster, describing it as an “act of nature,” though questions remain over ignored warnings and preparedness. Reports highlight serious safety failures, including delayed distribution of life jackets and inadequate crew response. Authorities have taken action against staff, and investigations are underway as survivors and officials raise concerns over negligence, overcrowding, and failure to follow basic safety protocols. (PC: NDTV)