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Cyclone Ditwah: Chennai, suburbs wake to season’s wettest morning; schools, colleges closed

Cyclone Ditwah, after weakening, surprised Chennai with a deluge on Monday morning, causing widespread flooding and traffic disruptions. The India Meteorological Department issued orange and red alerts for the city and Tiruvallur respectively. Weathermen predict continued heavy rain for the region as the system lingers offshore. Source link

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Sunjay Kapur property row: Not mentioned in will, mother Rani Kapur joins forces with Karisma Kapoor

A bitter inheritance battle has erupted over industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s Rs 30,000-crore estate. His mother, Rani Kapur, has joined forces with his ex-wife Karisma Kapoor, challenging the validity of his will. They allege Sunjay’s wife, Priya, is attempting to seize assets and question the will’s authenticity, claiming it omits key family members and assets. Source […]

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‘I couldn’t take it’: Jemimah reveals why she deleted WhatsApp post-World Cup; cites privacy

Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues deactivated WhatsApp after receiving a thousand messages post her semi-final heroics in the Women’s World Cup. Overwhelmed by the attention while preparing for the final, she disconnected from digital platforms to maintain focus. This highlights the immense public interest in women’s cricket and the challenges athletes face managing newfound fame. Source […]

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Winter session: SIR debate demand wipes out Day 1; Rijiju rebuffs Opposition

Parliamentary proceedings were disrupted on the first day of the winter session as opposition parties demanded an immediate debate on the Election Commission’s special intensive revision of electoral rolls. The government refused to commit to a timeline, leading to walkouts and adjournments. The opposition remains determined to force the issue, despite internal disagreements. Source link

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Winter session: MP makes a statement with a stray, sets off a dogfight

Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury brought a rescued stray dog to Parliament, stating “Those sitting inside Parliament bite, dogs don’t.” She claimed the government dislikes animals. Union minister Ramdas Athawale retorted, “You keep bringing ‘kutta’ here and we will continue to get ‘satta’.” BJP MP Jagdambika Pal accused Chowdhury of “tamasha” and violating protocol. Source link

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Winter may be chillier with more cold waves in parts of north: IMD

Central and parts of northwest and peninsular India brace for a colder winter with below-normal day and night temperatures expected from December to February. The region anticipates an increase of 4-5 additional cold wave days, potentially impacting vulnerable populations and transportation. Authorities are advised to maintain preparedness for these weather shifts. Source link