VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Who is Kevin Warsh, the former banker set to lead US Federal Reserve? Govt hikes duty on gold, silver from 6% to 15% in bid to lower demand Abhishek Bachchan’s FIRST LOOK from ‘King’ sets leaked online – VIRAL PIC Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earns new fan in Kagiso Rabada: ‘There’s not an ounce of fear’ ‘This is the right time’: Pakistan consider bringing back Babar Azam as Test captain after Bangladesh series NEW DELHI: Supreme Court on Wednesday made it mandatory for all public service vehicles (buses, taxis and tourist coaches) to install Vehicle Location Tracking Devices (VLTDs) and alarm buttons, report Amit Anand Choudhary & Dipak Dash. A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and K V Viswanathan directed states and UTs to ensure the vehicles are not granted a fitness certificate under Section 56 or a permit under Section 66 of Motor Vehicles Act unless the installation of these devices is verified and reflected in the Vahan application. Rule 125H of Central Motor Vehicles Rules mandates installation of VLTDs and emergency buttons in public vehicles for live-tracking and timely emergency responses. The court passed the order on mandatory compliance after being told that only 1% of vehicles had installed the devices in the seven years since the rule was notified. SC called this very disturbing.The bench also asked additional solicitor general Vikramjit Banerjee to explore the possibility of installing these devices at the time of manufacture. It asked Centre to hold a meeting with automobile manufacturers in this regard. End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVijay Targets NEET Again, Says Medical Admissions Should Depend On Class 12 MarksCongress Claims Assam FIR Row Is Linked To Questions Over Himanta Sarma Assets | WatchCBI Arrests Five In NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Case As Probe Expands Nationwide | WatchEx-Army Chief Naravane Backs People-To-People Ties To Improve India Pak RelationsAir India Cuts 29 International Routes As West Asia War Drives Up Fuel Costs And DisruptionsVijay Reverses Astrologer Appointment; PM Modi Orders Nearly 50% Convoy | Headlines@9EPS Removes Rebel Leaders Backing Vijay Government As AIADMK Internal Crisis DeepensPostmortem Reveals Massive Blood Clot In Lungs Caused Prateek Yadav’s Death | WatchHimanta Biswa Sarma Announces UCC Bill For Assam As State Moves Towards Uniform Civil LawNEET UG 2026 Cancellation Sparks Rajasthan Political Storm As BJP And Congress Clash Over Leak123PhotostoriesTara Sutaria’s Cannes debut look is giving ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ vibe, but make it Bollywood editionTop US states with most lightning strikesAlia Bhatt stuns in an icy blue gown at Cannes 2026; fashion fans say, “Elsa who?”Inside 15 years of Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales’s most talked-about royal looksFigs are more powerful than you think: Here’s what happens when you eat them regularly and how to eat it properlyStop throwing away mango peel: 6 delicious ways to use them in your kitchen5 weird things people do in love and why, as per psychologyWhy these 5 vegetable DIY remedies are harmful for your skin8 Indian states where women can travel free on government buses; West Bengal becomes the latest to join the list5 deadliest insects on the planet: Small creatures with a massive global impact123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultUS Iran warPrateek YadavHaryana election resultForeign outflowNEET exam cancelledTamil Nadu assemblyTop TrendingNashik AstrologerTamil Nadu NewsIPL Points TablePM Internship SchemeIPL Match TodayHimanta Biswa SarmaIPL Orange Cap 2026Aparna YadavAir India FlightsPrateek Yadav ‘Kara’ box office collections day 14: Dhanush film drops 21%; Worldwide total reaches Rs 51.90 Cr Aquarius Horoscope Today, May 14, 2026: Money comes with hard work only Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding speculation takes another twist as rumors about intentional leaks grow IPL 2026: Virat Kohli scripts history with unbeaten ton, becomes fastest ever to… ‘Patriot’ box office collections day 13: Mammootty and Mohanlal film slows at Rs 35 lakh; Occupancy drops to 10% Sagittarius Horoscope Today, May 14, 2026: Energy is decent, but rich food and late night outings can disturb sleep LeBron James’ wife Savannah James breaks silence on how becoming a young mother at 16 affected her sense of identity NEW DELHI: Hours before the crucial floor test for TVK govt in Tamil Nadu, which is holding a wafer-thin majority in the assembly, Vijay’s govt got a boost in its strength with the Supreme Court on Wednesday allowing its MLA Srinivasa Sethupathi to participate in the floor test and said that the Madras HC order barring him from assembly proceedings was “atrocious to say the least”.A bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and Vijay Bishnoi stayed the order of the Madras high court against Sethupathi who had won from Tirupattur constituency by one vote. “This (HC order) is atrocious to say the least. HC says remedy is election petition and still entertains the writ petition,” the bench observed, at the beginning of the hearing.The Supreme Court accepted the plea of senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi that the court must intervene to allow the MLA to participate in the floor test. He said that strong strictures needed to be passed against HC for passing such an order.“In the meantime, the effect and operation of the impugned order shall remain stayed and further proceedings before the high court in the pending writ petition shall also remain stayed,” the bench said. Sethupathi approached SC through advocate Yash S. Vijay and submitted that HC has committed a very grave error in law by giving this settled and binding precedent a complete go-by in passing sweeping and far-reaching directions in a writ petition. “Seventy five years of constitutional jurisprudence have held steadfast that the species of legal challenges calling into question an election to the state legislative assembly or the Parliament are a special class of disputes falling within a self-governed complete code under Article 324 to Article 329 of the Constitution…,” the petition said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVijay Targets NEET Again, Says Medical Admissions Should Depend On Class 12 MarksCongress Claims Assam FIR Row Is Linked To Questions Over Himanta Sarma Assets | WatchCBI Arrests Five In NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Case As Probe Expands Nationwide | WatchEx-Army Chief Naravane Backs People-To-People Ties To Improve India Pak RelationsAir India Cuts 29 International Routes As West Asia War Drives Up Fuel Costs And DisruptionsVijay Reverses Astrologer Appointment; PM Modi Orders Nearly 50% Convoy | Headlines@9EPS Removes Rebel Leaders Backing Vijay Government As AIADMK Internal Crisis DeepensPostmortem Reveals Massive Blood Clot In Lungs Caused Prateek Yadav’s Death | WatchHimanta Biswa Sarma Announces UCC Bill For Assam As State Moves Towards Uniform Civil LawNEET UG 2026 Cancellation Sparks Rajasthan Political Storm As BJP And Congress Clash Over Leak123PhotostoriesTara Sutaria’s Cannes debut look is giving ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ vibe, but make it Bollywood editionTop US states with most lightning strikesAlia Bhatt stuns in an icy blue gown at Cannes 2026; fashion fans say, “Elsa who?”Inside 15 years of Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales’s most talked-about royal looksFigs are more powerful than you think: Here’s what happens when you eat them regularly and how to eat it properlyStop throwing away mango peel: 6 delicious ways to use them in your kitchen5 weird things people do in love and why, as per psychologyWhy these 5 vegetable DIY remedies are harmful for your skin8 Indian states where women can travel free on government buses; West Bengal becomes the latest to join the list5 deadliest insects on the planet: Small creatures with a massive global impact123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultUS Iran warPrateek YadavHaryana election resultForeign outflowNEET exam cancelledTamil Nadu assemblyTop TrendingNashik AstrologerTamil Nadu NewsIPL Points TablePM Internship SchemeIPL Match TodayHimanta Biswa SarmaIPL Orange Cap 2026Aparna YadavAir India FlightsPrateek Yadav Capricorn Horoscope Today, May 14, 2026: Avoid careless spending driven by stress NDA speculation surrounding Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini adds another twist to their ongoing controversy Charles Leclerc’s gentlemanly behaviour towards Alia Bhatt woos fans; F1 star offers Bollywood star a hand at Cannes – WATCH Venugopal, Satheesan or Chennithala? Suspense on Kerala CM to end today Why was Tyler Oliveira deported and banned from Israel? YouTuber’s airport ordeal sparks backlash and debate | World News Libra Horoscope Today, May 14, 2026: Do not borrow money from anyone In UAE, PM Modi to ink pacts on LPG, petro reserves Scorpio Horoscope Today, May 14, 2026: Use your morning focus for tough tasks, then relax with loved ones CBI arrests five, including three from Jaipur family, in NEET paper leak case AI171 families await nod for prayers at Ahmedabad plane crash site NEW DELHI: At least 33 people were killed across five districts of Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday after a powerful storm accompanied by heavy rain caused widespread destruction, officials told news agency PTI.Taking stock of the damage, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath ordered immediate relief measures and compensation for affected families. He directed district authorities to complete assistance work within 24 hours and asked officials to remain on alert amid continuing weather concerns.The state government has also ordered surveys to assess damage to crops, livestock and homes caused by the unseasonal weather.According to officials, Bhadohi recorded the highest number of deaths at 16, followed by nine in Fatehpur and five in Budaun. Two people were killed in Chandauli, while one death was reported from Sonbhadra. Many others suffered injuries in separate storm-related incidents.The sudden weather change disrupted communication and rescue efforts in some districts. In Bhadohi, officials said mobile services were affected after strong winds uprooted electricity poles and damaged infrastructure. Emergency teams, police personnel and local administrators were sent to affected villages to clear debris and assist residents.Several deaths were caused by collapsing walls and falling trees as people attempted to shelter from the storm. In Budaun, two young girls died after the wall of a mud hut gave way during intense winds and rain. In another incident in the district, a woman lost her life when a tree crashed onto a small structure where villagers had gathered for safety. A truck driver and a young man travelling to deliver food were also killed after trees fell on them.In Fatehpur, officials said most casualties were reported from Khaga tehsil, where multiple structures collapsed during the storm. At least 16 people were injured in the district.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVijay Targets NEET Again, Says Medical Admissions Should Depend On Class 12 MarksCongress Claims Assam FIR Row Is Linked To Questions Over Himanta Sarma Assets | WatchCBI Arrests Five In NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Case As Probe Expands Nationwide | WatchEx-Army Chief Naravane Backs People-To-People Ties To Improve India Pak RelationsAir India Cuts 29 International Routes As West Asia War Drives Up Fuel Costs And DisruptionsVijay Reverses Astrologer Appointment; PM Modi Orders Nearly 50% Convoy | Headlines@9EPS Removes Rebel Leaders Backing Vijay Government As AIADMK Internal Crisis DeepensPostmortem Reveals Massive Blood Clot In Lungs Caused Prateek Yadav’s Death | WatchHimanta Biswa Sarma Announces UCC Bill For Assam As State Moves Towards Uniform Civil LawNEET UG 2026 Cancellation Sparks Rajasthan Political Storm As BJP And Congress Clash Over Leak123PhotostoriesTara Sutaria’s Cannes debut look is giving ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ vibe, but make it Bollywood editionTop US states with most lightning strikesAlia Bhatt stuns in an icy blue gown at Cannes 2026; fashion fans say, “Elsa who?”Inside 15 years of Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales’s most talked-about royal looksFigs are more powerful than you think: Here’s what happens when you eat them regularly and how to eat it properlyStop throwing away mango peel: 6 delicious ways to use them in your kitchen5 weird things people do in love and why, as per psychologyWhy these 5 vegetable DIY remedies are harmful for your skin8 Indian states where women can travel free on government buses; West Bengal becomes the latest to join the list5 deadliest insects on the planet: Small creatures with a massive global impact123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultUS Iran warPrateek YadavHaryana election resultForeign outflowNEET exam cancelledTamil Nadu assemblyTop TrendingNashik AstrologerTamil Nadu NewsIPL Points TablePM Internship SchemeIPL Match TodayHimanta Biswa SarmaIPL Orange Cap 2026Aparna YadavAir India FlightsPrateek Yadav Mouni Roy flaunts huge diamond ring as she makes FIRST APPEARANCE amid divorce buzz with Suraj Nambiar – PICS Virgo Horoscope Today, May 14, 2026: If you are single, don’t reject an unexpected proposal out of haste AIADMK fight gets uglier: EPS and rebel leaders trade charges By day a priest, by night a wrestler: Meet the Mexican hero who raised money for an orphanage by fighting in wrestling rings | World News ‘Entirely unfounded’: UAE denies reports of secret visit by Israel PM Netanyahu during Iran conflict Won’t revisit ‘Hinduism a way of life’ ruling, SC says in Sabarimala case | India News ‘The Odyssey’ vs ‘Troy’: Lupita Nyongo replacing Diane Kruger, Elliot Page replacing Brad Pitt sparks backlash; Christopher Nolan’s film called biggest DOWNGRADE in cinematic history ‘Structural flaws exposed’: Vijay calls for NEET to be abolished after paper leak ‘A platonic relationship’: Book claims French President Emmanuel Macron exchanged private messages with Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani Mom-to-be Deepika Padukone oozes pregnancy glow as she returns to Mumbai after Cape Town schedule of King with Shah Rukh Khan Leo Horoscope Today, May 14, 2026: Difference of opinion with spouse can turn into an argument Brandon Clarke’s net worth at death: His $64M career earnings, contracts & financial legacy broken down Nearly 70 lakh women found ineligible under Ladki Bahin scheme after e-KYC drive Did Emmanuel Macron get slapped by his wife Brigitte? 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Jaishankar told Lavrov the complicated international situation merited an open exch-ange of views, especially between two trusted partners.Ahead of the Brics foreign ministers’ meeting, the ministers reviewed cooperation across a range of areas. Jaishankar told Lavrov the two nations would benefit through greater de-risking and diversification. Jaishankar said on X that he had a “productive” exchange of views with Lavrov. “Our conversation touched upon several aspects of the India-Russia Special & Privileged Strategic Partnership, including trade & investment, energy & connectivity, science & technology, as well as facilitating mobility of skills & talent,” he said. End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVijay Targets NEET Again, Says Medical Admissions Should Depend On Class 12 MarksCongress Claims Assam FIR Row Is Linked To Questions Over Himanta Sarma Assets | WatchCBI Arrests Five In NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Case As Probe Expands Nationwide | WatchEx-Army Chief Naravane Backs People-To-People Ties To Improve India Pak RelationsAir India Cuts 29 International Routes As West Asia War Drives Up Fuel Costs And DisruptionsVijay Reverses Astrologer Appointment; PM Modi Orders Nearly 50% Convoy | Headlines@9EPS Removes Rebel Leaders Backing Vijay Government As AIADMK Internal Crisis DeepensPostmortem Reveals Massive Blood Clot In Lungs Caused Prateek Yadav’s Death | WatchHimanta Biswa Sarma Announces UCC Bill For Assam As State Moves Towards Uniform Civil LawNEET UG 2026 Cancellation Sparks Rajasthan Political Storm As BJP And Congress Clash Over Leak123PhotostoriesTara Sutaria’s Cannes debut look is giving ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ vibe, but make it Bollywood editionTop US states with most lightning strikesAlia Bhatt stuns in an icy blue gown at Cannes 2026; fashion fans say, “Elsa who?”Inside 15 years of Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales’s most talked-about royal looksFigs are more powerful than you think: Here’s what happens when you eat them regularly and how to eat it properlyStop throwing away mango peel: 6 delicious ways to use them in your kitchen5 weird things people do in love and why, as per psychologyWhy these 5 vegetable DIY remedies are harmful for your skin8 Indian states where women can travel free on government buses; West Bengal becomes the latest to join the list5 deadliest insects on the planet: Small creatures with a massive global impact123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultUS Iran warPrateek YadavHaryana election resultForeign outflowNEET exam cancelledTamil Nadu assemblyTop TrendingNashik AstrologerTamil Nadu NewsIPL Points TablePM Internship SchemeIPL Match TodayHimanta Biswa SarmaIPL Orange Cap 2026Aparna YadavAir India FlightsPrateek Yadav