Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow for the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit. The two leaders will hold a private dinner and delegation-level talks, reviewing the comprehensive ties between the nations. The visit comes after frequent communication between the leaders since their informal meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, in 2022. Modi will also interact with the Indian community in Russia and visit the Kremlin. The summit aims to strengthen the extensive relations between India and Russia, building on the progress made during their last meeting in New Delhi in 2021.

Mumbai and its suburbs experienced intense rainfall on Monday, with over 300mm recorded in some areas in just six hours. Low-lying areas faced waterlogging, disrupting suburban train services. Heavy rains were reported in Chakala, Aarey, Powai, Sewri, and Dharavi. The IMD forecasts moderate to heavy rain in the region. In response, BMC has declared a holiday for schools and colleges, and stopped drawing water from reserve stocks. Several trains were cancelled due to waterlogging. Officials are working to mitigate the inconvenience caused by the heavy rains.

In a stunning turn of events, France's left-wing alliance is poised to secure the most seats in the parliamentary elections, pushing President Emmanuel Macron's centrist party to second place and the far-right National Rally to third. With no majority winner, the country faces a hung parliament. Riots broke out in Paris and other cities as left-wing supporters celebrated their unexpected lead. Official results show the left-wing alliance leading with 160-169 seats, followed by Macron's party with 160-169 seats, and the National Rally with 135-143 seats.

Three weeks since British teenager Jay Slater vanished, life on Tenerife's Playa de las Americas has largely returned to normal. The Veronicas strip was bustling with young British tourists on Sunday, with heavy drinking and drug use evident in the bars. Jay's family remains in the dark about his disappearance after leaving a music festival with two older men, traveling to the remote village of Masca instead of returning to his accommodation in Los Cristianos. The 19-year-old's fate remains a mystery, with no answers forthcoming.

Mumbai and its suburbs experienced heavy rainfall overnight, causing widespread waterlogging and disrupting transportation services. Over 300 mm of rainfall was recorded in six hours, with low-lying areas experiencing severe waterlogging. Suburban train services, including the Pune-Mumbai Deccan Queen, were cancelled or running slowly. BEST buses were diverted, and commuters faced difficulties. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) warned of more heavy rain on Monday, advising citizens to take necessary precautions. The city's transport services are expected to remain affected throughout the day.

Protests broke out in Paris as exit polls indicated the leftist New Popular Front coalition leading the parliamentary elections, surpassing President Emmanuel Macron's centrist party and Marine Le Pen's National Rally. With no clear majority, uncertainty looms, potentially impacting markets and the economy. Demonstrators took to the streets, while some celebrated in Lyon. Authorities deployed 30,000 police officers nationwide, including 5,000 in Paris, to maintain order. The protests come as France prepares for a potential second round of voting, with poll stations opening Sunday morning.

Tragedy struck the Puri Rath Yatra as one devotee died of suffocation and several others were hospitalized due to heat and humidity. The massive crowd, larger than usual as the yatra was held over two days for the first time since 1971, led to chaotic scenes. Despite authorities' efforts to manage the situation, devotees were seen being carried out on stretchers and taken away in ambulances after collapsing. Officials emphasized that there was no stampede-like situation and adequate arrangements were made, including deploying ambulances and sprinkling water to keep devotees cool.

Rajesh Shah, a Shiv Sena leader, was detained by Mumbai Police on Sunday in connection with a fatal car accident. His son, Mihir Shah, allegedly hit a scooter with his BMW, killing a woman. Mihir is currently absconding, while the car's driver, Rajrishi Bidawat, was also detained. Police are investigating the incident and searching for Mihir. Rajesh Shah's involvement in the incident is also being probed. The accident has led to widespread outrage, with demands for swift action against those responsible. The police are working to piece together the events surrounding the tragic incident.

With Keir Starmer's Labour Party taking over from Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives, Indian students in the UK can expect relief from recent restrictive immigration policies. Sunak’s government had tightened rules, including halting dependent visas for students and increasing visa fees, aimed at reducing immigration. The Conservative measures also included a controversial plan to deport illegal immigrants to Rwanda and reassess the post-study work visa, causing anxiety among international students. Starmer’s administration may reverse some of these policies, potentially making the UK more welcoming for Indian students and their dependents.

John Cena will retire from WWE in 2025. He shared this news at Money in the Bank in Toronto. Cena has been in WWE for over 20 years. He praised Canadian fans for their loyalty. His farewell tour will include Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas. Cena also plans to be involved when Raw moves to Netflix in January. Since 2018, he has focused more on his film career but still made WWE appearances. Cena is a 16-time world champion and a key figure in WWE history.