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Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu being welcomed to the public meeting in Rohru in Shimla district on Friday. (HT Phpto)

Sukhu goes all in to woo people in Virbhadra Singh’s bastion

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced a series of measures during his first visit to Rohru constituency, including a proposal for the construction of the Kotkhai-Hatkoti tunnel and 10 cold atmosphere stores for apple growers. He also called for coordinated efforts to make the state clean and green, with a target of March 2026 for the purchase of e-buses, e-trucks and e-taxis. Sukhu also stated that the state will provide financial assistance for the construction of homes for single women and widows.

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Op Sindoor: UP CM, dy CMs praise action, salute valour

UP political leaders praised Operation Sindoor, an Indian Army strike on terrorist sites in Pakistan, following the Pahalgam attack. They hailed the operation as a bold response, expressing pride in the military's courage and commitment to national security.

Deputy commissioner Anupam Kashyap said that the mock drill was organised on time. (HT Photo)

Mock drill conducted as part of ‘Operation Abhyas’ in Shimla

A mock drill under 'Operation Abhyas' was conducted in Shimla at two locations, DC office and Sanjauli parking area. Civil defense volunteers participated, testing emergency response and communication systems, with officials emphasizing preparedness and future disaster management capabilities.

The team arrived in Kullu and reviewed the progress and implementation of the initiative in the state. (HT File)

Japanese team to review mid-term forestry project in HP

Japanese JICA team reviews mid-term forestry project in Himachal Pradesh, assessing progress across six districts. The initiative supports 460 village forest societies and 920 self-help groups, focusing on ecosystem management and livelihood improvement until 2028.

Speaking on the occasion, the governor emphasised the strategic significance of the bridge. (HT File)

HP Guv thanks centre for 2-lane bridge at Udaipur, Lahaul-Spiti

Himachal governor thanked Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for inaugurating a new two-lane bridge in Udaipur, Lahaul-Spiti. Built by BRO at ₹4.7 crore, the Bhim Setu improves regional connectivity and transportation infrastructure.

The CM cancelled his visit to Kullu. (HT File)

Op Sindoor: HP on alert, DMs of border dists to take call on school closure: Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh on high alert after Operation Sindoor. Chief Minister Sukhu ordered border district DMs to assess school closure risks, cancelled Kullu visit, and praised security forces while urging calm amid India-Pakistan tensions.

The severely damaged private school children's car after a road accident with a truck, at Samana road, in Patiala on Wednesday. (ANI)

5 school students killed in Samana crash

Five school children and a driver died in a tragic collision between a Toyota Innova and a tipper on the Samana-Patiala road. Thirteen students were involved, with three critically injured. The truck driver fled the scene, prompting an investigation into the accident.

RPF personnel seen wearing a body camera. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/HT PHOTO)

Emergency mock drill at Pune railway station to strengthen crisis preparedness

Emergency mock drill at Pune railway station involved RPF, GRP, and medical teams to enhance crisis response and passenger safety. Exercises included rescue operations, fire safety training, and heightened security measures across the railway network.

Residents being shifted from areas located near the LoC to safer locations following a ceasefire violation by the Pakistan Army, in Poonch on Wednesday. (Gourav)

Public shelters ready: Poonch admn

Poonch administration reviews public shelter readiness, with senior officers inspecting camp sites across districts like Caramel School, Dingla University Campus, and various schools to ensure safe relocation of residents.

All six drills were conducted simultaneously at 4pm and involved a wide range of stakeholders, including volunteers and cadets from National Service Scheme (NSS) and National Cadet Corps (NCC). (MAHENDRA KOLHE/HT PHOTO)

Successful security drills mark Pune district’s war readiness

Pune district conducted six coordinated mock drills testing disaster preparedness across urban and rural areas. Multiple agencies participated, simulating emergencies with explosions, rescues, and inter-departmental coordination, emphasizing community involvement and emergency response readiness.

Delimitation is an administrative function, but often carries political overtones, especially when the ruling party in the state has a stake in the local body. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Outer ward boundaries set for change ahead of Pune civic polls

Pune Municipal Corporation prepares to redraw ward boundaries before civic polls, with political parties lobbying to shape electoral prospects. Supreme Court mandates boundary changes within four months, raising concerns about potential manipulation and undue influence from ruling party.

Kalyan, India - May 05 2025 : Pic Due to the unavailability of an ambulance on time, a woman dies at the doorstep of Bai Rukmini bai Hospital under Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation. Pic on Monday in India on 05 2025 - Story By Anamika Gharat ( Photo By Pramod Tambe) Photo of : Savita Birajdar died because of 5 hours late Ambulance

4 suspended, 2 dismissed after woman dies in Thane civic hospital

Four hospital staff suspended and two dismissed after a 43-year-old woman died due to critical delays in transferring her to a specialist facility. The incident highlights systemic failures in emergency medical response and sparked public protests over negligent treatment.

Dada Pawar, police sub-inspector, said that a case has been lodged against the accused who were arrested and have been remanded into custody. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Four held in Pune for attacking family over petty issue

Four men were arrested in Pune for violently attacking a family over a rash driving incident, entering their home with weapons and injuring multiple family members after a confrontation about bike acceleration.

Khadki police arrested two persons identified as Ashpaque Mayur Shaikh (24), a resident of Bopodi and Sameer Abdul Shaikh, a resident of Kondhwa, for snatching the mobile of a fifty-five-year-old person in Wakdewadi on May 6. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Two mobile thefts reported in Pune’s Bund Garden, Khadki areas

Two mobile thefts reported in Pune: one involving an unidentified motorcycle rider near Poona railway station, another resulting in two arrests by Khadki police after snatching a mobile from a fifty-five-year-old victim in Wakdewadi.

Smoke billows after an artillery shell landed in the main town of Poonch district in India's Jammu region on Wednesday. (AFP)

After Op Sindoor, 12 civilians killed, 42 injured in Pakistan shelling in Poonch

Pakistan shelled areas near Line of Control in Poonch, killing 12 civilians, including 4 children and 4 Sikhs. The attack followed India's precision strikes on terror targets, causing panic and forcing residents to evacuate to safer locations.

According to the cyber cell, all the accused were tricked by fraudsters who contacted them online and made them invest money promising higher returns. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Three citizens cheated of 40 lakh in cyber fraud cases in Pune

Three Pune citizens lost ₹40 lakh to cyber fraudsters through share market and task scams. Victims were lured by fake brokers and online task promises, investing money after being convinced by fraudulent calls and messages.

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