Air India has been issued a notice by the Aviation Ministry after a 20-hour delay on a Delhi-San Francisco flight. Passengers were seen lying in an aerobridge corridor and reported fainting due to lack of air-conditioning. The flight was initially delayed due to operational reasons, and subsequent flight duty time limitations extended the delay. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) criticized Air India for not providing adequate care for passengers and demanded an explanation within three days. About 200 passengers were affected, with many feeling unwell in the intense heat.

American singer Katy Perry is set to perform at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding party in Cannes. The event will take place on a cruise with a masquerade ball on May 31. The celebration, named "La Vite E Un Viaggio," will feature 800 guests and will be held at a £40 million estate. The party will include a performance by Katy Perry, a DJ, and a fireworks display. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are scheduled to marry on July 12 in Mumbai.

Prajwal Revanna, accused of rape, has been sent to six days in SIT custody. The suspended JD(S) MP was arrested at Bengaluru airport upon his return from Germany. He had been missing for a month amidst the allegations, leading to a political storm. His father was also arrested and released on bail. Revanna’s diplomatic passport was revoked. An all-woman police team arrested him and took him to the CID office. The Karnataka home minister urged more victims to come forward. Prajwal's lawyers say he is cooperating with the investigation.

A man went on a stabbing spree at a political rally in Mannheim, Germany, injuring at least two people, including a police officer. The attack occurred during a Citizens’ Movement Pax Europa event, known for its anti-Islamist stance. The attacker, live-streaming his actions on YouTube, was shot dead by police after ignoring orders to stop. Anti-Islamist speaker Michael Stuerzenberger was among the victims. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack. The incident has raised serious concerns about security at public events.

At least 18 people, including eight election officials, have died from heat-related ailments in Bihar over 48 hours, authorities reported on Friday. The State Emergency Operation Centre confirmed 11 deaths in Rohtas district, six in Bhojpur, and one in Buxar. Among the deceased were officials on election duty, with five in Rohtas, two in Bhojpur, and one in Buxar. Bihar is experiencing severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures surpassing 44°C in several areas on Thursday. Buxar recorded the highest temperature at 47.1°C. These regions are part of eight parliamentary seats in Bihar set to vote on Saturday in the final phase of this year's general election.

A dramatic scene unfolded in the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse as Donald Trump was found guilty on all 34 counts related to falsifying business records. The former president visibly shook his head in disgust as the verdicts were read out. The tension was palpable as Trump's son Eric offered a fist bump in a moment of solidarity. Trump's emotions boiled over as the guilty verdicts piled up, a stark contrast to his confident demeanor earlier in the day. This historic conviction marks a first for a former US president, adding fuel to the fire of his potential 2024 presidential bid.

As Delhi faces a severe heatwave, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud has taken steps to ensure the well-being of animals and birds living in the Supreme Court premises. Food and water vessels have been placed across the campus for small animals like squirrels and birds. The Chief Justice personally identified locations for these arrangements during a recent walk-through. Workers have been instructed to maintain a constant supply of food and water. This initiative highlights the Supreme Court's commitment to caring for all living beings, not just humans, during this challenging time.

An Air India flight from Delhi to San Francisco was delayed over 20 hours, leaving passengers stranded in sweltering heat. Flight AI 183 was scheduled to depart at 3:20 AM Thursday but will now take off at 3:00 PM Friday. Passengers were forced to wait on the aircraft without proper air-conditioning, causing several to faint. After some collapsed, others were allowed to exit the plane. The incident has sparked outrage, with one passenger calling it "inhuman" on social media. The severe heatwave in Delhi has added to the passengers' misery.

The Rajasthan High Court has called on the Indian government to declare a national emergency due to the ongoing heatwave, which has claimed hundreds of lives. The court criticized authorities for failing to protect the public, saying "we don't have a planet B" and urgent action is needed to prevent further deaths. The court ordered the state government to set up a compensation fund for heatwave victims' families and recommended declaring heatwaves "national calamities" to mobilize emergency relief. Temperatures have soared above 45°C in several cities, with Rajasthan experiencing some of the hottest weather.

The US President Joe Biden has granted Ukraine permission to use American-supplied weapons to strike Russian targets in the Kharkiv region, US officials confirmed. This authorization allows Ukraine to engage in "counter-fire purposes" against Russian forces attacking or preparing to attack Ukrainian positions. The US has maintained its policy prohibiting long-range strikes inside Russia, but has made an exception for defensive strikes in the Kharkiv region. This decision follows signals from the UK and other European leaders to relax restrictions on weapon use, aimed at supporting Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression.