A tragic collision occurred between an Indian cargo ship, Sagar Yuvaraj, and a Kerala fishing boat, resulting in the loss of two lives. The incident took place 32 nautical miles from Chavakadu, leaving Abdul Salam and Gafoor dead. The fishing boat, carrying six fishermen, was on a deep-sea fishing trip from Ponnani when it was struck by the cargo ship, causing it to split in two. While the cargo ship managed to rescue four of the fishermen, the bodies of the two deceased were recovered later with the assistance of the Indian Coast Guard and Navy teams. This devastating incident has raised concerns about maritime safety and the need for greater vigilance to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Four schools in Jaipur received bomb threats via email on Monday morning, prompting immediate evacuation of students and staff. Police teams, bomb squads, and dog squads have been deployed to the schools. According to Jaipur Police Commissioner Biju George Joseph, four to five schools were targeted. The email sender is currently being traced by a special team. The situation is under control, and investigations are ongoing to determine the authenticity of the threats.

Karnataka's SIT has arrested two BJP workers, Chetan and Likith Gowda, for sharing explicit videos allegedly involving suspended JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna. The videos, reportedly recorded by Revanna himself, surfaced before the state's Lok Sabha polls, causing widespread outrage. BJP and JD(S) leaders have accused Congress members of being behind the video's circulation and demanded a CBI investigation. The arrests highlight the intense political tensions in Karnataka, as parties jostle for control amidst allegations and counter-allegations. The incident underscores the need for swift action and transparency in addressing such sensitive issues within the state's political landscape.

Multiple hospitals and the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi faced bomb threats via email, triggering extensive emergency responses. Burari Hospital reported the initial threat, followed by Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital and others. Police deployed bomb squads and fire tenders for thorough searches, with no suspicious items found yet. This incident echoes recent threats in Delhi and Ahmedabad, including over 130 schools receiving similar emails. Authorities, including the Union home ministry, are working to trace the source and have called for enhanced security measures and coordination between police and institutions to prevent panic and ensure public safety.      

Tomorrow, Phase 4 of the Lok Sabha elections will see voters casting their ballots across 96 constituencies in 10 States/UTs. The Election Commission of India reports 4,264 filed nominations, with 1,717 candidates vying for seats. Telangana leads with 1,488 nominations, followed by Andhra Pradesh with 1,103. Notable constituencies include Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir and areas in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal. Polling times in Maharashtra will run from 7 am to 6 pm across 23,036 designated centres. The average number of candidates per constituency stands at 18.

Amid disruptions caused by mass sick leave among senior crew members, Air India Express is expected to return to normal operations by Tuesday, according to sources. Around 20 flights were canceled on Sunday, adding to the ongoing crisis. Earlier, over 90 international and domestic flights were canceled due to the sudden sick leave. The airline initially terminated the contracts of around 30 employees involved in the protest, but later reinstated them. The situation highlights tensions over alleged mismanagement at the Tata Group-owned airline, prompting concerns about stability in the aviation sector.

Actor Allu Arjun and YSRCP MLA Ravi Chandra Kishore Reddy face legal action for allegedly violating the Model Code of Conduct in Nandyala, Andhra Pradesh. They stand accused of allowing a large public gathering at the MLA's residence without prior permission, breaching Section 144 ahead of the state elections. The FIR was lodged by Deputy Tehsildar P Ramachandra Rao, designated to monitor elections in Nandyala constituency. Allu Arjun clarified his visit was to support his friend, disassociating from endorsing any political party. The incident underscores the stringent enforcement of election protocols in Andhra Pradesh.

Security forces engaged in a fierce encounter with Naxalites near Gangaloor area of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, resulting in the death of at least 12 insurgents. Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai lauded the officers for their success, emphasizing the government's commitment to combating Naxalism. Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated the security personnel for their bravery in eliminating a significant number of Naxalites. Earlier, 29 Naxals were killed in a separate encounter in Kanker. The operations signify a strong stance against insurgency in Chhattisgarh, with officials aiming to eradicate Naxalism from the region.

The Central Water Commission (CWC) has sounded the alarm as India's water reserves have plummeted to a worrying low. The southern region is the worst hit, with reservoirs operating at just 15% capacity, down from 17% last week. Nationally, live storage levels have dropped to 27%, significantly lower than last year's 36% and the 10-year average of 32%. The CWC monitors 150 reservoirs with a total capacity of 178.784 billion cubic meters, but current levels are far below that. This drastic decline raises concerns about water availability for the coming months.

Separatist leader Amritpal Singh, currently lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh Jail, has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court seeking temporary release to file his nomination for the Lok Sabha polls. He wants to contest as an independent candidate from Punjab's Sri Khadoor Sahib constituency. Singh has requested a 7-day release to complete the nomination process before the May 14 deadline. He alleges that the Punjab government and district authorities are deliberately delaying the process to prevent him from contesting. The court is yet to hear the petition.