The India Meteorological Department has launched an AI-enabled monsoon forecasting system offering localized weather information up to four weeks in advance for farmers. A pilot service for Uttar Pradesh provides high-resolution rainfall forecasts at 1km resolution for up to 10 days, utilizing advanced AI and observational data.

Constitutional courts should be extremely reluctant to alter religious practices, a nine-judge Supreme Court bench cautioned. Only the will of the people, expressed through elected representatives in Parliament and assemblies, can bring about reforms in religious customs. The court emphasized that it's impossible to scrutinize every religious practice.

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the Enforcement Directorate's plea to cancel the bail of alleged coal smuggling kingpin Anup Majee. While issuing a notice, the court noted the ED's prolonged investigation. Majee, accused in a Rs 2,700 crore scam, claims cooperation, but the ED highlights his accountant's absconding status and alleged payoffs.

The 21st Livestock Census report's release has been postponed to after June due to technical issues in data compilation and validation. This quinquennial exercise, which concluded its data collection in February last year, aims to provide crucial updated figures on livestock and poultry populations for policy decisions.

The Indian government has launched a $1.5 billion Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool, backed by a $1.4 billion sovereign guarantee, to offer risk cover for Indian vessels on international routes, including war zones. This initiative aims to reduce shipping insurance premiums and guarantee coverage even when global insurers withdraw due to rising risks.

The CBI has filed an FIR and initiated an investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, former personal assistant to West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari. A seven-member SIT, led by a DIG-rank officer, has been formed to probe the case, with a meeting held at CBI headquarters to review developments and seek remand of arrested suspects.

Mike Vrabel, the New England Patriots’ head coach, and former NFL insider of the New York Times’ Dianna Russini, have continued to dominate headlines even as their spouses remain silent about the alleged affair drama, sparking chaos among millions. While Mike Vrabel has gone back to work, Dianna Russini’s recent moment with her husband, Kevin Goldschmidt, has sparked shockwaves across the league.

India's MEA urged China to consider the reputational damage of backing Pakistan's terrorist infrastructure, following reports of Chinese tech assistance during last year's Operation Sindoor. The ministry stated these reports corroborated existing knowledge, emphasizing that supporting such infrastructure impacts a nation's standing.

Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke has passed away at 29. Initial reports focused on his character. However, new details reveal a complex situation. Investigations suggest a possible overdose. This follows a recent arrest for drug trafficking and a high-speed chase. Clarke had also faced significant injury setbacks. These events paint a somber picture of his final months.

Rahul Dev recently opened up about the difficult time following the death of his brother, actor Mukul Dev, and called out the insensitive behaviour of some sections of the media during the funeral proceedings. Mukul Dev passed away on May 23, 2025, following a brief illness and a period in the ICU. Rahul Dev said he was disturbed by the way personal grief was being covered during his brother’s final journey.

Iltija Mufti, daughter of Mehbooba Mufti, claims the National Conference, in league with the BJP, suspended her X account. She alleges this follows her criticism of the NC and the proposed removal of Urdu as a mandatory language. Her Facebook page was also recently deactivated, impacting her political outreach.

Five people have been sent to judicial custody for 25 days. The group includes two Pakistani nationals. This development is part of an NIA case concerning terror activities. Earlier, a grenade and bullets were seized from a suspect in Srinagar. His interrogation led to the arrest of the other four individuals.