Crime
White House shooting scare: Gunfire prompts urgent Trump warning about presidential safety
US President Donald Trump on Sunday (May 24) referenced a separate shooting linked to the recent White House Correspondents’ Dinner while reacting to a fatal gunfire incident near the White House that left an armed suspect dead. “The gunman is dead after an exchange of gunfire with Secret Service Agents near the White House gates,” Trump stated. “Thank you to our great Secret Service and Law Enforcement for the swift and professional action taken this evening against a gunman near the White House,” he wrote.
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World·2026-05-25T09:47:19+00:00
Petrol, diesel price hike an adjustment to global crude surge, says Nadendla Manohar
The recent increase in petrol and diesel prices has been attributed to a surge in global crude oil prices, influenced by geopolitical tensions in West Asia, particularly related to the Iran War. Minister for Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Nadendla Manohar, stated that the price hikes were designed to minimize consumer impact and were the first significant adjustments in several years. The latest adjustments mark the fourth increase in ten days, with prices rising by approximately ₹7.5 per litre since May 15.
The Hindu - India
Local·2026-05-24T19:17:49+00:00
Traffic snarls around Edappally, Palarivattom spill over into NH Bypass, other arterial roads
Traffic congestion in Bengaluru has intensified around Edappally and Palarivattom, affecting the NH Bypass and other major roads. The delays are attributed to ongoing construction work for the Kochi metro's Kakkanad extension, with calls for reducing barricades and improving traffic flow. Local officials have noted that the situation is exacerbated by inadequate signage and the slow pace of construction, which has led to significant hold-ups, including for emergency vehicles.
The Hindu - India
