Good morning. On May 28, 1883, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar was born in Bhagur, Maharashtra. A revolutionary, poet, and politician, Savarkar formulated the philosophy of Hindutva. His bold activism and writings fuelled India’s freedom struggle, though his ideology remains a subject of debate.
Let’s see what else is waiting to make history with the news menu of India Today.
Wednesday Potboiler: RJD’s Family Feud
The Tej Pratap Yadav saga explodes as Anushka Yadav’s brother, Akash, slams Lalu Prasad Yadav’s family for Tej’s six-year RJD expulsion. Asks: “Has Taj committed a crime?” Slams his sister’s character assassination.
Aishwarya Roy, Tej’s estranged wife, doubles down, alleging injustice. Will Tejashwi counter Akash’s dare? When will Anushka speak out? India Today stirs the pot of this dynastic clash with a deep dive into its dramatis personae.
Political Pot: PM Modi’s Multi-State Sprint
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches a high-octane tour across five states, starting in Bengal and Sikkim, hitting Bihar on May 29, Kanpur (UP) on May 30, and Madhya Pradesh on May 31. Packed with roadshows, rallies, and crore-worth project launches, Modi amplifies Operation Sindoor’s anti-terror stance. India Today tracks the feverish preparations for this blitz.
Global Platter: India’s Anti-Terror Crusade
Operation Sindoor’s global echo grows louder, with India’s all-party delegations vowing, “India will not tolerate nuclear blackmail,” and promising swift strikes on terror hideouts.
At home, Congress and Trinamool Congress intensify calls for a Special Parliamentary Session to probe the Pahalgam terror attack and Pakistan-backed networks. TMC MPs meet today (11 AM) to chart next steps. Will the government bow to the opposition’s demand?
Monsoon Mix: India Soaked in Chaos
The IMD forecasts partly cloudy skies in Delhi with possible thundery developments today, escalating to light rain, thunderstorms, and lightning on May 29–30. Himachal Pradesh braces for thunderstorms and hailstorms until June 2, while Gujarat faces unseasonal rains with more expected. Mumbai’s monsoon woes mount with dug-up roads and poor drainage, costing shopkeepers goods and damaging properties. Pune’s orange alert signals heavy rainfall, waterlogging, and 16 villages cut off in rural areas. Turmoil in Kollam in Kerala. India Today wades through this stormy deluge.
Legal Lassi: Supreme Court Showdowns
- MP Minister’s Controversy: The Supreme Court hears a sedition and insult case against Madhya Pradesh Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for remarks against Colonel Sophia Qureshi.
- Ashoka University Professor Case: The top court reviews Associate Professor Ali Khan Mehmubad’s petition over a controversial Operation Sindoor post, questioning his language after granting bail.
- Electoral Bonds Probe: Delhi High Court examines a plea for a CBI investigation into alleged corruption via electoral bond donations, wary of media-based claims.
- Land-for-Jobs & IRCTC Scams: Rouse Avenue Court reviews CBI charge sheets naming Lalu, Tejashwi, and Tej Pratap Yadav, among others.
- Rahul Gandhi Citizenship: Delhi High Court hears a petition seeking an investigation into Congress MP Rahul Gandhi’s citizenship status.
- Rajendra Nagar Deaths: Delhi High Court reviews CBI and MCD reports on the deaths of three students at a coaching institute.
- Tahawwur Rana’s Plea: Patiala House NIA Court hears Rana’s request to speak with family, previously denied.
Southern Sizzlers: Karnataka’s Murder Fury
In Mangalore, a brutal sword attack killing Imtiyaz and injuring Kalander ignites street protests. India Today tracks the escalating tension as locals demand justice.
In Chennai, a joyride malfunction traps 30 people mid-air for over three hours India Today captures the south’s topsy-turvy ride.
Kashmiri Kahwa: Tourism Revival Push
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah hosts a pivotal meeting in Gulmarg today (12 noon) to boost tourism, following Farooq Abdullah’s Pahalgam golf outing and his call: “Bholenath is calling you Come back to Kashmir.” India Today tracks this effort to revive the Valley’s allure post-Pahalgam terror attack.
Devotional Dal: Chardham Yatra Booms
Over 25,000 devotees flock to Kedarnath in a single day, with Badrinath and Hemkund yatras thriving. India Today follows this spiritual surge in Uttarakhand’s sacred sites.
Hero Halwa: Firozpur’s Braveheart
Ten-year-old Shravan Singh from Firozpur is honoured as the youngest Civil Warrior for supporting the Indian Army, a heartwarming story of courage.
Parting Bite: Savarkar defined his ideology with the famous quote: “The only geography of the Hindus is the holy land of India” (Hindutva: Who is a Hindu?) Revered by some, criticized by others for communal views, his legacy remains fiercely polarising.