In a recent development, JD(S) Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, embroiled in a sexual abuse scandal, is anticipated to surrender to Karnataka police following a Blue Corner notice issued against him. The Interpol's assistance is sought to ensure his return to India. His father, HD Revanna, currently in custody till May 8, has purportedly advised his son's surrender amidst mounting allegations. The Karnataka government, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, is committed to upholding the law and ensuring accountability in the face of the ongoing investigation.            

A suspected crude bomb blast in Hooghly district's Pandua area claimed the life of a 7-year-old boy, Raj Biswas, and left two others, Rupam Ballav (13) and Sourav Chowdhury (8), seriously injured. The incident occurred when a group of children playing near a pond discovered the explosive device in a pit. The injured boys are receiving treatment at Chunchura Imambara Hospital. The Hooghly Rural Police are investigating the incident. The blast has left the community in shock, and authorities are working to determine the cause and perpetrators.

The intense heatwave affecting eastern and southern peninsular India is expected to subside soon, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Eastern regions can expect relief by today, while southern states will have to wait another day. A wet spell with thunderstorms and gusty winds is likely till May 10. Temperatures have been above 40°C since last month, with Kolkata recording 43°C on April 30, its highest in 50 years. Meanwhile, western India, including Gujarat, Rajasthan, and western Madhya Pradesh, will experience a fresh heatwave spell in the next five days.

A 22-year-old Indian student, Navjeet Sandhu, was fatally stabbed in Melbourne, Australia, during a fight between Indian students over a rent issue. According to his uncle, Yashvir, Navjeet was attacked when he tried to intervene in the dispute. The incident occurred on Saturday at 9 pm local time, and another student was also injured. Navjeet, an MTech student, had moved to Australia on a study visa and was due to join his family for vacations in July. His father, a farmer, had sold land to fund his education. The family is in shock and urges the Indian government to help bring his body back to India as soon as possible.

The Supreme Court will hear a petition regarding a rare side-effect of the Covishield COVID-19 vaccine, developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University. The petition demands an expert panel to investigate the side-effect, thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS), and compensation for families of those who may have died or become disabled after taking the vaccine. AstraZeneca has acknowledged that TTS can occur in rare cases. The petition also seeks directions for the government to provide compensation to those affected. A hearing date has not been set, but the Chief Justice has acknowledged the issue.

The Jammu and Kashmir security forces have released sketches of two Pakistani terrorists responsible for the attack on an Indian Air Force (IAF) vehicle in Poonch on Saturday. The attack resulted in the death of Corporal Vikky Pahade and injured four others. The terrorists are believed to be from Pakistan and the sketches are expected to aid in their identification and capture. A reward of ₹20 lakh has been announced for information leading to their arrest. The IAF has confirmed the attack and the death of Corporal Pahade, who was a resident of Madhya Pradesh and had joined the IAF in 2011.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shut down ceasefire negotiations with Hamas, citing unacceptable conditions. Despite international pressure, Netanyahu stated that Israel "cannot accept" Hamas's demands, which would allow the group to rebuild its military infrastructure and threaten Israeli citizens. Netanyahu made the remarks during a Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony, where he condemned international criticism and rising Anti-Semitism. He vowed that Israel would defend itself, even if it meant standing alone. The move comes as a blow to hopes for a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Gaza.

NASA astronauts will launch on Boeing's Starliner spacecraft on Monday. The first crewed test flight will blast off from Cape Canaveral at 22:34 local time (03:34 BST Tuesday). After years of delays, Boeing hopes to become the second private firm to transport astronauts to the International Space Station, alongside SpaceX. NASA is now buying space travel services from companies instead of owning and operating its own spacecraft. The launch is a big test for Boeing, which faces challenges in its airline and space businesses.

Five people have died in Uttarakhand's raging forest fires, including a 65-year-old woman who succumbed to burn injuries on Sunday. Savitri Devi was trying to douse a fire that reached her farm in Thalpi village. Four people have been booked for starting fires in the Gangolihat forest range. Meanwhile, meteorologists predict rain from May 7-8, intensifying from May 11, which may help extinguish the fires. The wildfires have destroyed 1,145 hectares of forests in 910 incidents since November 1, 2023. The rain brings hope to contain the devastating fires that have ravaged the state's green cover. The downpour is expected to start in the Kumaon region from May 7 and in the Garhwal region from May 8.

Nearly three schools in Ahmedabad received bomb threats via email on Monday, just days after 131 schools in Delhi faced similar threats. The emails were sent from the same Russian email ID, 'sawariim@mail.ru', which has been linked to Islamic State propaganda. Authorities have assured that the threats are likely a hoax and are taking necessary steps as per protocol. The Special Cell of Delhi Police has registered a case and is investigating the connection to Russia. Schools have been advised to monitor their emails regularly and report any potential threats to authorities. No need to panic, say authorities.