Committed to implementing internal reservation for SCs, after survey: CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah confirmed the government's commitment to internal reservation among Scheduled Castes (SC) and announced a two-month timeline for the Justice H N Nagmohan Das Commission to conduct a survey. The internal reservation aims to address disparities among SC sub-castes. Siddaramaiah emphasized that the implementation will follow the Supreme Court's directive, ensuring no injustice occurs.

PWD begins work on city’s first high-security prison

Delhi is constructing its first high-security prison in Narela, costing ₹140 crore. The 256-cell facility will house hardcore criminals, featuring advanced surveillance technology, isolated cells, and a unique starfish-like design to prevent inmate communication.

NHRC report flags violations at Tihar Jail No 4

NHRC report reveals severe human rights violations at Tihar Jail No. 4, including overcrowding, extortion, discriminatory treatment, and inhumane conditions for inmates. Jail officials transferred, investigation launched after findings of systematic abuse and bribery.

Mayor approves hiring of new waste management contractor

Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh approves hiring a new six-month waste management contractor for Central and West zones, addressing garbage collection issues. The estimated cost is ₹22-25 crore per zone, with plans to float a longer-term tender in the coming months.

Mann, Kejriwal cancel scheduled events

In response to Indian air strikes on Pakistan terror launch pads, AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Bhagwant Mann cancelled scheduled events in Punjab. Both expressed solidarity with the armed forces and unity against terrorism.

Schools in Punjab border districts to remain closed

Schools in Punjab's border districts—Ferozepur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Amritsar, and Gurdaspur—closed following border tensions with Pakistan after military strikes. Ferozepur extended closure to two days, while PTU deferred semester exams.

Delhi logs light rain, yellow alert on till Friday

Delhi experienced light rainfall and lightning, with IMD issuing a yellow alert for Thursday and Friday. Temperatures range from 24-38°C, with potential thunderstorms and winds up to 50 kmph. Scattered rain expected to continue for several days.

Delhi govt clears cloud-seeding trials

Delhi government approved five cloud-seeding trials to combat pollution, costing ₹3.21 crore. IIT Kanpur will lead the project, with the first trial planned for late May-June, covering 100 sq km, pending multiple agency clearances.

Delhi CM, state cabinet hail Operation Sindoor, PM Modi

Delhi CM and cabinet praised "Operation Sindoor," India's air strikes in Pakistan and PoK, expressing gratitude to PM Modi and armed forces for neutralizing terrorists and avenging the killing of innocent civilians.

Delhi hospitals attend to mock patients alongside medical processes

Delhi hospitals conducted a nationwide mock drill to test emergency preparedness, simulating mass casualty scenarios. Ambulances, patients, and medical staff participated, with volunteers acting as injured individuals. Hospitals practiced rapid response protocols and coordinated multidisciplinary interventions across government and private healthcare facilities.

SGPC opens gurdwara sarais for people displaced in border areas

SGPC opens gurdwara inns in border areas to accommodate displaced people amid India-Pakistan tensions, providing free lodging and community meals at 13 historic gurdwaras across multiple districts.

IMFL quota sees a jump in new Haryana excise policy

Haryana's new excise policy increases IMFL quota by 5.84% and country liquor by 3.28% for 2025-27. The policy spans 21 months, maintaining 2,400 vends, with liquor contractors required to lift 15% of allocated quota quarterly.

Palwal Lance Naik killed in Pak shelling across LoC

Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar from Haryana was killed in Pakistani cross-border shelling after Operation Sindoor. A father of two and army recruit since 2014, he was patrolling the Line of Control when mortars struck, sacrificing his life for the nation.

Mock chemical attacks to air raids: Lucknow’s emergency response tested

Lucknow conducted a comprehensive emergency response drill simulating chemical attacks and aerial bombings, involving top officials. The exercise demonstrated evacuation, rescue, and threat mitigation strategies, testing citywide emergency preparedness and response systems.

Fake NBWs issued: Arrested for no crime, it’s “to hell and back” for Kheri brothers

Two brothers were falsely arrested on fake Non-Bailable Warrants in Lakhimpur Kheri, spending nearly 20 hours in custody. Court discovered forged warrants, released them, and ordered an investigation into the criminal conspiracy.

One killed, 9 injured as unidentified aircraft crashes in Bathinda village

An unidentified aircraft crashed in Punjab's Bathinda, killing one person and injuring nine. The crash occurred near an air force station, shortly after India's strike on terror targets, with wreckage found in multiple villages and no official explanation yet.