Pune-Mumbai vehicular traffic has resumed after landslides and waterlogging were cleared from the expressway. Mumbai faces a Red Alert with heavy rains and gusty winds, leading to disruptions in railway services and flooding in several areas. Authorities urge caution and suggest postponing non-essential travel.
A video showing a damaged section of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan has gone viral, drawing criticism. The NHAI terminated the contractor's agreement in April 2026 due to poor performance, with another builder now undertaking repairs at the original contractor's risk and cost.
Air India has reduced fuel surcharges on long-haul routes to North America, UK, Europe, and Australia due to falling crude prices. Its low-cost arm, AI Express, also restored connectivity to all West Asia destinations, despite Air India's ongoing financial challenges.
A private bus traveling from Haridwar to Indore collided with a trailer and fell into a gorge on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Dausa, Rajasthan. At least seven passengers were killed and over 15 injured in the early Wednesday morning accident.
A birthday celebration turned tragic on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway when a speeding BMW crashed into a divider, killing two and injuring one. Police are investigating a social media post allegedly showing the car at 251 kmph before the accident, suspecting reckless driving.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai expressed optimism about the next generation's ability to navigate AI's impact on jobs, despite growing student anxieties. He believes young people will shape and adapt to technological progress, acknowledging current concerns about AI's future.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te expressed deep sorrow and offered humanitarian assistance for the Shanxi coal mine disaster, which killed over 90 people. Chinese netizens thanked Lai, contrasting his empathy with Chinese leader Xi Jinping's perceived lack of concern.
A 30-year-old man, Samir Panchal, tragically died when his car caught fire on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near Vadodara. He was en route to Bilimora to surprise his pregnant wife and bring her home. The vehicle reportedly first collided with a crash barrier before erupting in flames.
Ashok Sharma, a 23-year-old fast bowler for Gujarat Titans, has emerged as India's new pace sensation in the IPL, rising from humble beginnings in Rampura village, 35 km from Jaipur. The cricketer, who previously played for KKR and Rajasthan Royals, was discovered by late mentor Vivek Yadav at Aravali Cricket Academy in 2019 when he was 17. His family, including father Nathulal Sharma, mother Lali Devi, and elder brother Akshay Sharma, remain in their village without proper roads, with Ashok exchanging lavish lifestyles for simplicity and homemade food.
Ashok Sharma, a 23-year-old fast bowler from Rampura village in Rajasthan, has emerged as India's newest pace sensation in the Indian Premier League. Playing for Gujarat Titans after stints with Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals, Sharma remains grounded despite his rising fame, choosing to live in his ancestral village without proper roads. His journey from humble beginnings—trained on the road in front of his house during COVID lockdown—to IPL debut showcases his perseverance, especially after the loss of his mentor Vivek Yadav in 2021. His family, including his elder brother Akshay who gave up cricket for him, continues to support his dream of playing for India.
