India's new Parliament building will be inaugurated by prime minister Narendra Modi on Sunday. A historic Chola-era-inspired Relic will be placed in the new Parliament, this was announced by Home Minister Amit Shah. The Relic is a Sengol a replica of a golden scepter from Tamil Nadu dating back to 600 BC. Releasing a video India's Home Minister Amit Shah noted the historical importance of the Golden Sengol while the video also explained the use of symbolism at the time of India's Independence movement from British Rule.

Historic Sengol to be placed in the new Indian Parliament after inauguration

Seven Indians rescued from drowning off the UAE coast, this happened after two boats in which they were travelling were capsized. The incident comes just a few days after the country's coast guard had rescued seven other people in international waters.

UAE: Two tourist boats capsize in Khorfakkan | Seven Indians rescued from drowning

'In my Navy tenure, we are taught that a man can be destroyed but can't be defeated and that's why I chose to go back. For now, I'll just ask focus on spending time with my family - my son attended his school for the first time and I missed that,' said Abhilash Tomy who completed the Golden Globe race, finishing second.

A man can be destroyed but not defeated: Abhilash Tomy's motivational words after Golden Globe race

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: DeSantis made the announcement through a campaign video ahead of joining Twitter CEO Elon Musk on the social media platform but the platform crashed several times before he or Musk could even speak. Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to India after a three-nation tour on Thursday. The PM was received warmly by BJP workers and supporters at the Delhi Airport.

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China wants to dominate the global economy and dislodge the united states as the world's biggest economic superpower. The ongoing trade war between the two countries is the greatest sign of China's growing ambitions. If you are wondering who's funding Beijing's global goals, look no further than its numerous banks.

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Prime Minister Modi held a bilateral meeting with his Australian counterpart. Both sides built on the annual leaders’ summit held in New Delhi; and discussions at the G7 summit and quad leaders' meeting in Hiroshima. The leaders discussed trade and investment, people-to-people links, renewable energy; and defence and security cooperation. Both India and Australia are strong, vibrant, secular and multicultural democracies.

PM Modi thank PM Albanese for taking step against those involved in temple vandalism | WION

Every year, more and more women are making it to the merit list of the civil services. In 2022, four women have bagged the top four positions. Six out of top ten positions are bagged by women in this list. However, this is in a stark contrast to the fact that since independence India doesn't have a single woman cabinet secretary. In fact, women officers are taking early retirements. Why is this happening? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Are enough women officers making it to the top?

India's Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra in a press conference on Wednesday, announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's six-day, three-country tour has come to an end. He also told about the key areas that the Prime Ministers of both India and Australia discussed about.

'PM Modi & Albanese focused on key areas like Quad, Russia-Ukraine war,' says India's Foreign Secy

<p>India's weather department announced that the capital of world's most populous nation is set to experience a much-needed respite from an earth-scorching heat wave that has gripped North India this May. The heatwave is expected to subside as temperature is likely to fall in the coming days due to change in western disturbances, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Western Disturbance is hitting Northwest India. Its effect has started to be seen in Jammu-Kashmir," the IMD Delhi regional head Kuldeep Srivastava said, while referring to the weather phenomenon that typically results in lowered temperatures.</p>

<p>"On May 24 and 25, it will have its effect in northwest India, Delhi-NCR and north Rajasthan. It will be cloudy and some light rain may also occur," Srivastava said.</p>

<h2><strong>Delhi weather forecast: What does it predict?</strong></h2>

<p>Wednesday, May 24: The IMD weather forecast describes a "generally cloudy sky", along with light rain and thundershowers along with gusty winds towards afternoon and around evening at most places.</p>

<p>Thursday, May 25: The IMD weather forecast, for the second day in a row, describes a "generally cloudy sky" for Delhi and surrounding regions along with light rain and thundershowers.</p>

<p>Friday, May 26: By Friday, Delhi's weather is expected to be affected by a "generally cloudy sky" along with light rain and thundershowers at a few places.</p>

<h2><strong>Delhi weather forecast: How less rain is too less rain?</strong></h2>

<p>The IMD on Tuesday further noted that it may rain 1-2 cm in Delhi. This much rain typically leads to a temperature slash by 4-5 degrees Celsius.</p>

<p>There is also a chance of hailstorm in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, areas of Punjab connected with Himachal Pradesh and some areas of north Rajasthan during the period, the IMD scientist noted.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Delhi heatwave: How bad is it?</strong></h2>

<p>The Mercury on Tuesday ascended above 43 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>ALSO WATCH |&nbsp;Heatwave alert for several Indian states</strong></p>

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<p>Najafgarh was the hottest place in the national capital with a temperature of 46.2 degrees Celsius. Narela, Pitampura, and Pusa recorded 45.3 degrees Celsius, 45.8 degrees Celsius, and 45.8 degrees Celsius respectively.&nbsp;</p>

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India's weather department announced that the capital of world's most populous nation is set to experience a much-needed respite from an earth-scorching heat wave that has gripped North India this May.

India's weather department announced that the capital of world's most populous nation is set to experience a much-needed respite from an earth-scorching heat wave that has gripped North India this May. The heatwave is expected to subside as temperature is likely to fall in the coming days due to change in western disturbances, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said. "The Western Disturbance is hitting Northwest India. Its effect has started to be seen in Jammu-Kashmir," the IMD Delhi regional head Kuldeep Srivastava said, while referring to the weather phenomenon that typically results in lowered temperatures. "On May 24 and 25, it will have its effect in northwest India, Delhi-NCR and north Rajasthan. It will be cloudy and some light rain may also occur," Srivastava said. Delhi weather forecast: What does it predict? Wednesday, May 24: The IMD weather forecast describes a "generally cloudy sky", along with light rain and thundershowers along with gusty winds towards afternoon and around evening at most places. Thursday, May 25: The IMD weather forecast, for the second day in a row, describes a "generally cloudy sky" for Delhi and surrounding regions along with light rain and thundershowers. Friday, May 26: By Friday, Delhi's weather is expected to be affected by a "generally cloudy sky" along with light rain and thundershowers at a few places. Delhi weather forecast: How less rain is too less rain? The IMD on Tuesday further noted that it may rain 1-2 cm in Delhi. This much rain typically leads to a temperature slash by 4-5 degrees Celsius. There is also a chance of hailstorm in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, areas of Punjab connected with Himachal Pradesh and some areas of north Rajasthan during the period, the IMD scientist noted. Delhi heatwave: How bad is it? The Mercury on Tuesday ascended above 43 degrees Celsius. Delhi’s primary weather station Safdarjung Observatory on Monday recorded a maximum temperature of 43.7 degrees Celsius, four notches above normal. ALSO WATCH | Heatwave alert for several Indian states × Najafgarh was the hottest place in the national capital with a temperature of 46.2 degrees Celsius. Narela, Pitampura, and Pusa recorded 45.3 degrees Celsius, 45.8 degrees Celsius, and 45.8 degrees Celsius respectively. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hit out at vandals of Hindu temples in Australia. He said that elements harming the friendly ties between India and Australia will not be accepted. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Indian PM Narendra Modi hits out at vandals of Hindu temples in Australia

US credit rating agency Moody's has given a thumbs up to India's growth story. Moody's estimates that India's GDP has already crossed 3.5 trillion dollar mark and that is largely because of the young workforce and increased government spending.

India a bright spot & shines amid global gloom, its GDP crossed $3.5 tn in 2022: Moody's

<p>US credit rating agency Moody's on Tuesday gave a thumbs up to India's growth story, estimating that India's Gross Domestic Product already crossed the $3.5 trillion-mark in 2022.</p>

<p>Moody's added&nbsp;that India will be the fastest-growing G-20 economy for the next few years, largely because of a young workforce, increasing urbanisation, and rising government spending on infrastructure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Interestingly, India holds the presidency of the G20 group of nations this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But Moody's also highlighted several red flags for India's economy. The ratings agency said bureaucracy could slow approval processes to set up businesses, which would hamper economic growth.</p>

<p>Moody's said that a slacking bureaucracy may drive away foreign investors to other Asian destinations like Indonesia and Vietnam. "India's higher bureaucracy in decision-making will reduce its attractiveness as a destination for foreign direct investment, especially when competing with other developing economies in the region," Moody's Investors Service said.</p>

<p>The credit rating agency added that limited liberalisation in business regulations could harm India's growth prospects too. "Lack of certainty around the amount of time needed for land acquisition approvals, regulatory clearances, obtaining licenses and setting up businesses can materially prolong project gestation," the credit rating agency said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Moody's also took note of the Indian government's efforts to reform the economy.</p>

<p>The US credit rating agency said that recent reforms like making labour laws flexible, raising the agricultural sector's efficiency, expanding investment in infrastructure, incentivising investment in manufacturing, and strengthening the financial sector will help India's economy. But Moody's added that effective implementation of the reforms will be key.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Moody's projection came just a day after India's Reserve Bank of India said that the country's growth trajectory was steadfast, supported by a robust banking sector and a steadfast commitment to financial stability.</p>

<p>In its latest assessment cited by Reuters, the Reserve Bank of India revealed that India's economy has sustained the growth momentum witnessed in the previous fiscal quarter of 2022-23.</p>

<p>Over a week ago, the UN had projected&nbsp;that the Indian economy would&nbsp;grow by 6.7 per cent in 2024, emerging as one of the few bright spots.&nbsp;</p>


US credit rating agency Moody's on Tuesday gave a thumbs up to India's growth story, estimating that India's Gross Domestic Product already crossed the $3.5 trillion-mark in 2022.

US credit rating agency Moody's on Tuesday gave a thumbs up to India's growth story, estimating that India's Gross Domestic Product already crossed the $3.5 trillion-mark in 2022. Moody's added that India will be the fastest-growing G-20 economy for the next few years, largely because of a young workforce, increasing urbanisation, and rising government spending on infrastructure. Interestingly, India holds the presidency of the G20 group of nations this year. But Moody's also highlighted several red flags for India's economy. The ratings agency said bureaucracy could slow approval processes to set up businesses, which would hamper economic growth. Moody's said that a slacking bureaucracy may drive away foreign investors to other Asian destinations like Indonesia and Vietnam. "India's higher bureaucracy in decision-making will reduce its attractiveness as a destination for foreign direct investment, especially when competing with other developing economies in the region," Moody's Investors Service said. The credit rating agency added that limited liberalisation in business regulations could harm India's growth prospects too. "Lack of certainty around the amount of time needed for land acquisition approvals, regulatory clearances, obtaining licenses and setting up businesses can materially prolong project gestation," the credit rating agency said. However, Moody's also took note of the Indian government's efforts to reform the economy. The US credit rating agency said that recent reforms like making labour laws flexible, raising the agricultural sector's efficiency, expanding investment in infrastructure, incentivising investment in manufacturing, and strengthening the financial sector will help India's economy. But Moody's added that effective implementation of the reforms will be key. The Moody's projection came just a day after India's Reserve Bank of India said that the country's growth trajectory was steadfast, supported by a robust banking sector and a steadfast commitment to financial stability. In its latest assessment cited by Reuters, the Reserve Bank of India revealed that India's economy has sustained the growth momentum witnessed in the previous fiscal quarter of 2022-23. Over a week ago, the UN had projected that the Indian economy would grow by 6.7 per cent in 2024, emerging as one of the few bright spots.

India to remain fastest growing G20 economy for the next few years: Moody's

<p>India's internet performance has improved&nbsp;in speed testing. According to the Speedtest Global Index by Ookla, India's internet&nbsp;speed in both mobile and fixed broadband improved in April compared to prior months.&nbsp;The country's median mobile speed grew from 33.30 to 36.35 mbps. This moved the country's mobile internet speed rankings up four spots, from 64th to 60th.</p>

<p>Median fixed broadband speeds grew marginally from 50.71 Mbps in March to 51.12 Mbps in April. As a result, it rose from 83 to 84, reported the Week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Qatar had the fastest mobile internet speeds, but Singapore retained the leader in fixed broadband internet speed.</p>

<p>Ookla, a Seattle-based connection analytics and network insight firm, publishes its Speedtest Global Index, which assesses mobile and fixed broadband speeds throughout the world on a monthly basis, and is widely regarded as the authority on the subject. The data for the Global Index is derived from hundreds of millions of tests performed each month by actual individuals using Speedtest to assess their Internet performance.</p>

<p>As per&nbsp;the April Speedtest Global Index, Senegal gained the most ground in terms of mobile internet speeds, climbing 16 ranks, while Bahrain gained the most ground in terms of fixed broadband speeds, climbing 14 spots.</p>

<p>India's growth in the mobile internet speed rankings has been notable in recent months, considering it was ranked 105 just a few months ago.</p>

<p>India's growth in the mobile internet speed rankings has been notable in recent months, given that it was ranked 105 in November. From there, it rose quickly to No. 69 in January and then to No. 67 in February, no doubt aided by the country's development of 5G networks.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Other findings of the&nbsp;Speedtest Global Index</strong></h2>

<p>When looking at the April Speedtest Global Index, it is worth noticing that Senegal saw the greatest jump in rank, rising by 16 ranks internationally. Qatar, on the other hand, took the top spot for total worldwide median mobile speeds. In terms of total worldwide fixed median speeds, Bahrain advanced 14 points, while Singapore retained its top position in this category for another month.</p>

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India's internet performance has improved in speed testing. According to the Speedtest Global Index by Ookla, India's internet speed in both mobile and fixed broadband improved in April compared to prior months.

India's internet performance has improved in speed testing. According to the Speedtest Global Index by Ookla, India's internet speed in both mobile and fixed broadband improved in April compared to prior months. The country's median mobile speed grew from 33.30 to 36.35 mbps. This moved the country's mobile internet speed rankings up four spots, from 64th to 60th. Median fixed broadband speeds grew marginally from 50.71 Mbps in March to 51.12 Mbps in April. As a result, it rose from 83 to 84, reported the Week. Qatar had the fastest mobile internet speeds, but Singapore retained the leader in fixed broadband internet speed. Ookla, a Seattle-based connection analytics and network insight firm, publishes its Speedtest Global Index, which assesses mobile and fixed broadband speeds throughout the world on a monthly basis, and is widely regarded as the authority on the subject. The data for the Global Index is derived from hundreds of millions of tests performed each month by actual individuals using Speedtest to assess their Internet performance. As per the April Speedtest Global Index, Senegal gained the most ground in terms of mobile internet speeds, climbing 16 ranks, while Bahrain gained the most ground in terms of fixed broadband speeds, climbing 14 spots. India's growth in the mobile internet speed rankings has been notable in recent months, considering it was ranked 105 just a few months ago. India's growth in the mobile internet speed rankings has been notable in recent months, given that it was ranked 105 in November. From there, it rose quickly to No. 69 in January and then to No. 67 in February, no doubt aided by the country's development of 5G networks. Other findings of the Speedtest Global Index When looking at the April Speedtest Global Index, it is worth noticing that Senegal saw the greatest jump in rank, rising by 16 ranks internationally. Qatar, on the other hand, took the top spot for total worldwide median mobile speeds. In terms of total worldwide fixed median speeds, Bahrain advanced 14 points, while Singapore retained its top position in this category for another month. As per the study's findings, Senegal registered the highest increase in rank and gained 16 spots globally, with Qatar ranked No.1 for overall global median mobile speeds. With regards to overall global fixed median speeds, Bahrain registered the highest increase in rank, jumping by 14 spots globally, with Singapore sustaining its rank No.1 this month as well in overall global fixed median speeds. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Narendra Modi discusses temple vandalism with Albanese | Second visit to Australia as Indian PM

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honoured with a Ceremonial Guard of Honour at Sydney's Admiralty House on Wednesday. He also signed the visitors' book at Sydney's Admiralty House. He also held bilateral talks with the Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

PM Modi receives Guard of Honour in Australia, says 'ties based on mutual respect & trust' | WION

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese held bilateral talks and discussed cooperation in the fields of defence, trade, renewable energy, migration etc.

Modi-Albanese bilateral: Both leaders discuss trade, migration and renewable energy

19 opposition parties, including the Congress, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Trinamool Congress (TMC), and Communist Party of India (CPI), announced in a joint statement that they will boycott the inauguration of the India's new Parliament building on May 28.

India: 19 opposition parties to boycott new parliament opening ceremony

'I think we are in a very exciting phase in India-Australia relationship particularly with the free trade agreement that has opened up a whole new opportunities ranging from agriculture, education, health, critical minerals & defence,' says Torrens Univ Chancellor Jim Varghese.

'We are in very exciting phase of India-Australia relationship,' says Torrens Univ Chancellor Jim

PM Modi in Australia: India-Australia closer friends than ever before

<p>The Pune-based National Institute of Virology (NIV) has developed the first indigenous testing kit to detect three infections—Influenza A, B and SARS-CoV-2.&nbsp;Known as a multiplex single tube real-time RT-PCR test, is a single kit which will detect three infections, namely Influenza A, B and SARS-CoV-2. The test is a highly accurate, nucleic acid-based diagnostic tool to evaluate specimens from patients who are in the acute phase of infection.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Easy, time-saving and efficient test-kit&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Dr Varsha Potdar, head of NIV Pune’s influenza division in a statement to the Hindustan Times stated that “the kit will be an easy, time saving and efficient way of detecting three infections through a single test. A single tube essentially means that using a person’s single sample, we will be able to diagnose multiple infections. Technicians will not have to test the sample separately.”</p>

<h2><strong>The kit’s usefulness&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Dr Potdar explained the usefulness of the kit by adding that the symptoms of Influenza A, B and SARS-CoV-2 tend to overlap, making this kit particularly useful, especially during the flu season.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The test kit which will use nasal and throat swabs of a patient, similar to the Covid-19 testing kits, will be able to use the sample for multiple disease detection.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>The commercialisation of the technology</strong></h2>

<p>Speaking to the media, Dr Potdar said that the National Institute of Virology, Pune, which is a constituent of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), on May 15, had invited expressions of interest (EoI) from companies to manufacture the kits in bulk. The institute is now ready to hand over the technology to licensees or manufacturers which will then commercialise the technology for vast usage across the country and the globe.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;India's new COVID-19 cases jump 30% to 10,158</strong></p>

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<p>“We have set June 14 as the last date for companies to submit their interest. Based on the applications we receive; we will evaluate the best candidate,” said Dr Potdar. &nbsp;<br />
India’s indigenous technological development.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Multiple testing via a single test kit basically comprises a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) that simultaneously detects multiple pathogens in a single reaction with the use of a single sample.</p>

<p>While such technology is in different stages of development in various countries across the world, the multiplex single-tube real-time RT-PCR test is the first indigenously developed kit in India.&nbsp;</p>

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The Pune-based National Institute of Virology (NIV) has developed the first indigenous testing kit to detect three infections—Influenza A, B and SARS-CoV-2. Known as a multiplex single tube real-time RT-PCR test, is a single kit which will detect three infections, namely Influenza A, B and SARS-CoV-2.

The Pune-based National Institute of Virology (NIV) has developed the first indigenous testing kit to detect three infections—Influenza A, B and SARS-CoV-2. Known as a multiplex single tube real-time RT-PCR test, is a single kit which will detect three infections, namely Influenza A, B and SARS-CoV-2. The test is a highly accurate, nucleic acid-based diagnostic tool to evaluate specimens from patients who are in the acute phase of infection. Easy, time-saving and efficient test-kit Dr Varsha Potdar, head of NIV Pune’s influenza division in a statement to the Hindustan Times stated that “the kit will be an easy, time saving and efficient way of detecting three infections through a single test. A single tube essentially means that using a person’s single sample, we will be able to diagnose multiple infections. Technicians will not have to test the sample separately.” The kit’s usefulness Dr Potdar explained the usefulness of the kit by adding that the symptoms of Influenza A, B and SARS-CoV-2 tend to overlap, making this kit particularly useful, especially during the flu season. ALSO READ | COVID-19 virus likely was a result of lab leak, US energy department’s report says The test kit which will use nasal and throat swabs of a patient, similar to the Covid-19 testing kits, will be able to use the sample for multiple disease detection. The commercialisation of the technology Speaking to the media, Dr Potdar said that the National Institute of Virology, Pune, which is a constituent of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), on May 15, had invited expressions of interest (EoI) from companies to manufacture the kits in bulk. The institute is now ready to hand over the technology to licensees or manufacturers which will then commercialise the technology for vast usage across the country and the globe. WATCH | India's new COVID-19 cases jump 30% to 10,158 × “We have set June 14 as the last date for companies to submit their interest. Based on the applications we receive; we will evaluate the best candidate,” said Dr Potdar. India’s indigenous technological development. Multiple testing via a single test kit basically comprises a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) that simultaneously detects multiple pathogens in a single reaction with the use of a single sample. While such technology is in different stages of development in various countries across the world, the multiplex single-tube real-time RT-PCR test is the first indigenously developed kit in India. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India's indigenous test kit to detect Influenza A, B and COVID-19 in a single swab

<p>A male student at Shiv Nadar University in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday (May 18) shot dead his female batchmate from point-blank range on the campus and later shot himself in his hostel room.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The students, both aged 21, were in third-year sociology degree class. Sneha Chaurasia was pronounced dead before reaching the hospital and Anuj Singh died in his room. The shooting happened 10 minutes after Anuj sent a confessional statement to the university group at 1:18 pm titled "my suicide note."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The two met outside Dining Hall 2 around 1 pm local time. Both&nbsp;girls’ and boys’ hostels are located on either side of the hall. In the CCTV footage, the students were seen on the other side of the frosted glass having a conversation during which he gave her a hug and then fires at her twice, appearing to hide his gun in his bag. As she collapses on the ground he stands over her for a few seconds, leans once to check and then walks away.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, there are reports stating that&nbsp;the boy was giving her something, presumably a gift, and she could be seen refusing the parcel following which he shot her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The police officials received a call from university students at 1:30 pm. After reaching the spot, the officials found Sneha covered in a pool of blood. She died of the two bullet injuries in her stomach and chest while Anuj shot himself in the head.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dr Sunil Balyan, the medical superintendent at the Yatharth hospital where Sneha was brought to the emergency room said, "Our teams checked her and she was pronounced brought dead. Thereafter, we informed the police and handed over the body for postmortem."</p>

<p><strong>What led to this tragic incident?</strong></p>

<p>As per investigators, the two&nbsp;have been in a relationship for a year and a half&nbsp;but broke up in December 2022. This&nbsp;left Anuj shattered as she started seeing someone else. In the video recorded and uploaded on Google Drive, Anuj towards the end said he is in the third stage of brain cancer and does not have much longer to live. In the mail he sent, he&nbsp;made a request to "not create any problems" for his and Sneha's parents and signed off by requesting forgiveness.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police official Sarthak Sengar said&nbsp;that the officials are still investigating where Anuj got the pistol from.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Students alarmed over security leniency</strong></p>

<p>Students told police officials that security personnel check bags and hostel rooms every day but no one knows how this tragedy happened.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A fourth-year student told Times of India newspaper that he heard gunshots from his hotel room.</p>

<p>He said, "The first time it came from near the canteen. Within a few minutes, I heard another shot, which was in the next building. The girl was in a bad condition when the guards found her. They called the ambulance and police."</p>

<p>While a PhD student at the university said that currently all undergraduate students are on a semester break and only master's and PhD students are in campus. However, some undergraduates stayed back with special permission from the professors.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It wasn't immediately clear if Sneha too was staying back or was about to leave in a day or two. Sneha's family is based in Kanpur and Anuj's in Amroha.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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A male student at Shiv Nadar University in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday (May 18) shot dead his female batchmate from point-blank range on the campus and later shot himself in his hostel room.

A male student at Shiv Nadar University in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday (May 18) shot dead his female batchmate from point-blank range on the campus and later shot himself in his hostel room. The students, both aged 21, were in third-year sociology degree class. Sneha Chaurasia was pronounced dead before reaching the hospital and Anuj Singh died in his room. The shooting happened 10 minutes after Anuj sent a confessional statement to the university group at 1:18 pm titled "my suicide note." Also read | India: 15-year-old succumbs to heart attack in Greater Noida school while playing The two met outside Dining Hall 2 around 1 pm local time. Both girls’ and boys’ hostels are located on either side of the hall. In the CCTV footage, the students were seen on the other side of the frosted glass having a conversation during which he gave her a hug and then fires at her twice, appearing to hide his gun in his bag. As she collapses on the ground he stands over her for a few seconds, leans once to check and then walks away. However, there are reports stating that the boy was giving her something, presumably a gift, and she could be seen refusing the parcel following which he shot her. The police officials received a call from university students at 1:30 pm. After reaching the spot, the officials found Sneha covered in a pool of blood. She died of the two bullet injuries in her stomach and chest while Anuj shot himself in the head. Dr Sunil Balyan, the medical superintendent at the Yatharth hospital where Sneha was brought to the emergency room said, "Our teams checked her and she was pronounced brought dead. Thereafter, we informed the police and handed over the body for postmortem." What led to this tragic incident? As per investigators, the two have been in a relationship for a year and a half but broke up in December 2022. This left Anuj shattered as she started seeing someone else. In the video recorded and uploaded on Google Drive, Anuj towards the end said he is in the third stage of brain cancer and does not have much longer to live. In the mail he sent, he made a request to "not create any problems" for his and Sneha's parents and signed off by requesting forgiveness. Police official Sarthak Sengar said that the officials are still investigating where Anuj got the pistol from. Also read | ‘Work from Road’: Frustrated locals declare new trend in India’s Bengaluru Students alarmed over security leniency Students told police officials that security personnel check bags and hostel rooms every day but no one knows how this tragedy happened. A fourth-year student told Times of India newspaper that he heard gunshots from his hotel room. He said, "The first time it came from near the canteen. Within a few minutes, I heard another shot, which was in the next building. The girl was in a bad condition when the guards found her. They called the ambulance and police." While a PhD student at the university said that currently all undergraduate students are on a semester break and only master's and PhD students are in campus. However, some undergraduates stayed back with special permission from the professors. It wasn't immediately clear if Sneha too was staying back or was about to leave in a day or two. Sneha's family is based in Kanpur and Anuj's in Amroha. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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