A horrific crash in Pune has claimed the lives of two young IT engineers, Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, after a speeding Porsche driven by a drunk teenager hit their bike. The 17-year-old driver, son of a prominent realtor, was granted bail within 15 hours, sparking outrage. The conditions of his bail have been criticized as lenient, including writing an essay and undergoing counseling. The incident has raised questions about justice and accountability, with demands for stricter action growing. The engineers were returning home from a gathering when the crash occurred, leaving their families and community in shock.

Thunderstorm warnings have been issued for parts of southwest England and Northern Ireland, with a risk of flooding, lightning strikes, and hail. Up to two inches of rain could fall in a few hours, affecting areas including Cornwall, Devon, and Dorset in England, and western Northern Ireland. Yellow weather warnings are in force until 9pm today, with sudden flooding and lightning strikes potentially causing travel disruption, power cuts, and cancelled train and bus services. Met Office forecaster Amy Bokotan warns of slow-moving, intense downpours, but notes not all areas will be affected.

A shocking incident occurred at Mumbai's airport yesterday when an incoming Emirates flight collided with a flock of flamingos, killing 36 birds. The aircraft was damaged and its return flight to Dubai was cancelled. Residents alerted a wildlife group about the dead birds in Ghatkopar area, and Forest Department officials recovered the mutilated remains. The area was littered with broken wings, claws, and beaks. An autopsy will determine the exact cause of death. The incident highlights the need for measures to prevent such collisions, which can risk human lives as well.

AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi urged External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to intervene as Indian students allegedly face violence in Kyrgyzstan. Following advisories from consulates, Owaisi highlighted instances of locals targeting Indian students, prompting concerns for their safety. Owaisi shared a distressing video where a student claimed to have gone without food for five days amidst the tense situation. The student's inquiry to the consulate about evacuation and security measures further underscores the urgency of the matter. Calls for diplomatic action intensify as Indian students seek refuge amid escalating tensions in Kyrgyzstan.

Pune police have arrested the owner and manager of a bar where a 17-year-old boy consumed alcohol before a fatal car crash that killed two people. The boy's father, a real estate developer, was arrested earlier for allowing his son to drive without a license and providing him with alcohol. The bar owner and staff have been charged with serving alcohol to a minor. The teenager had visited the bar to celebrate his exam results and was seen on CCTV footage surrounded by alcohol bottles. He later drove his Porsche car under the influence, causing the deadly crash.

The Indian government has announced a one-day state mourning on Tuesday, May 21, to honor the memory of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash on Monday. As a mark of respect, the national flag will be flown at half-mast on all buildings where it is regularly flown, and official entertainment will be suspended for the day. Raisi, along with Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amit-Abdollahian and other officials, were killed in the crash in northwest Iran. The state mourning is a gesture of respect from the Government of India.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has fiercely rejected the International Criminal Court's (ICC) move to seek arrest warrants for him and Hamas leaders over alleged war crimes in Gaza. Netanyahu condemned the comparison between "democratic Israel" and "mass murderers," echoing US President Joe Biden's sentiment that there is no equivalence between Israel and Hamas. The ICC prosecutor alleges Netanyahu and his Defense Minister bear criminal responsibility for war crimes and crimes against humanity. The US and Israel, non-ICC members, reject the move, with Secretary of State Antony Blinken calling it "shameful" and lacking jurisdiction.

Rahul Gandhi commemorated the 33rd death anniversary of his father, former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, affirming his commitment to uphold Rajiv's aspirations. Sharing a childhood picture, Rahul reiterated his dedication to his father's vision. Alongside Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, also paid homage at Veer Bhumi in Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also honored Rajiv Gandhi. Rajiv, who became India's youngest Prime Minister at 40 in 1984, served until 1989. His tenure saw significant technological and economic advancements. Tragically, he was assassinated by an LTTE suicide bomber during an election rally in Tamil Nadu on May 21, 1991, leaving a profound impact on Indian politics.

Clashes between BJP and RJD supporters turned deadly in Bihar's Saran district, leaving one dead and two critically injured. The violence erupted following a dispute at a polling booth during RJD candidate Rohini Acharya's visit. Tensions flared, leading to gunfire exchanges between the two parties. Authorities detained two individuals and imposed a two-day internet suspension in response to the unrest. The incident underscores the volatile nature of political rivalries during elections in the region.

Jaspreet Oberoi, a 40-year-old Indian-origin director of a scrap metals business, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for stealing train track rails from Network Rail locations in the East of England. Oberoi, along with six others, conspired to steal rails between March and November 2016, making profits by selling them as scrap metal to legitimate customers. The gang used insider knowledge and heavy goods vehicles to transport the stolen rails to Oberoi's business, JSJ Metal Recycling. The Crown Prosecution Service hailed the conviction as a success, highlighting the criminal operation's disruption and the prevention of further thefts.