CM unwell, cancels programmes

Jaipur: Chief minister Ashok Gehlot cancelled his programmes on Monday as he was unwell. Sources said he was advised by doctors to take rest. He may have to cancel his programmes for the next two days as well. “His programmmes have been put on hold,” said sources. TNN

Jobless and unwell, man shoots self

A 35-year-old man in Lucknow, India, shot himself with an unlicensed gun due to chronic health issues and depression. The man, Mukesh Srivastava, had been unemployed since the pandemic-induced lockdown in 2021 and had become an alcoholic. He was in a video call with his sisters when he took his own life. The police are conducting further investigations into the incident.

Trevor Noah cancels his first ever show in Bengaluru

Comedian Trevor Noah's first performance in Bengaluru had to be cancelled due to acoustic issues, leaving disappointed fans. Noah apologized online and promised refunds to ticket holders. The show started late, and the opening act received little laughter as the audience couldn't hear him. When Noah took the stage, he asked the front row to pass on his jokes to the back, but the audio issue persisted. After multiple attempts to fix the problem, Noah ultimately decided to cancel the show. The venue also had overcrowding and no air conditioning. No comments were provided by the organizers.

Chennai: Southern Railway cancels 40 suburban trains on Monday

Around 40 suburban trains have been canceled by the Southern Railway in Chennai due to engineering work between Kodambakkam and Tambaram railway stations. Passenger special trains will be running instead of the canceled trains during the affected period. The canceled trains include various Chennai Beach Tambaram EMU locals and Chengalpet Chennai Beach EMU locals.