Congress leader siphons off 14-quintal wheat, booked

Balwinder Singh, a Congress leader and husband of the Bhawanigarh Municipal Council?s president, has been booked by police for stealing 14.25-quintal wheat intended for the poor. Singh was charged with sections 420 and 409 of the IPC. Singh's wife, Sukhjeet Kaur, is the president of the Bhawanigarh Municipal Council.

Schools closed in Hisar for two days

Schools in Hisar district closed for two days amid rising India-Pakistan tensions. Flight and bus services suspended. Local officials urge residents to prepare emergency supplies and cooperate with potential safety measures.

MPCB issues temporary closure notice to Pune civic body abattoir

MPCB issued a temporary closure notice to Pune's municipal slaughterhouse for environmental non-compliance, citing untreated effluent discharge and drainage issues. The facility must cease operations within 96 hours, with water and electricity supply to be disconnected.

Punjab mobilises its elite forces along border

Punjab Police mobilize elite forces (SWAT, SOG, Ghatak) along the Pakistan border, deploying 16 companies and 90 strategic nakas. Mossad-trained units, skilled in counter-terrorism and VVIP protection, stand ready to respond to potential military escalation.

Health dept signs 10-year deal for 108 ambulance service, despite controversy

Maharashtra health department signs 10-year, ₹1,600 crore deal for 108 ambulance service, deploying 1,756 advanced ambulances statewide despite political controversy. Project launches in five phases from November 2025, featuring high-tech medical vehicles and emergency response systems.

Drone spotted 70 kms from Ambala on Friday: DC

A drone was spotted 70 km from Ambala, prompting high alert. IAF warned authorities, who activated emergency teams and sirens. Strict shoot-at-sight orders issued for drones, with potential NSA action against violators near sensitive military installations.

Dependent parents of deceased govt employee entitled to family pension: HC

Bombay High Court ruled dependent parents of a deceased, unmarried government employee are entitled to family pension. The court directed Maharashtra government to clear pension proposal for an elderly couple who lost their son in 2008.

Pune city receives 11.2 mm rainfall; second-highest May rainfall since 2022

Pune received 11.2 mm rainfall on Friday, the second-highest May rainfall since 2022. Multiple weather systems are active, with rainfall expected to continue for 48 hours. IMD issued a yellow alert, and air quality improved to satisfactory levels.

MSRTC to buy 20,000 hybrid buses over 4 years

Maharashtra plans to purchase 20,000 hybrid buses over four years, switching from diesel to CNG/LNG. The move aims to reduce pollution and fuel costs, with buses primarily running on environmentally friendly fuels and saving ₹235 crore annually.

Fadnavis asks administration to act against sleeper cells

Chief Minister Fadnavis directs administration to act against potential Pakistani sleeper cells, increase security preparedness in Mumbai and surrounding regions. Officials ordered to enhance patrolling, conduct awareness workshops, and prepare evacuation plans amid India-Pakistan tensions.

Nearly a year after she was buried, woman’s body exhumed for post-mortem in Haryana’s Nuh

A woman's body was exhumed 11 months after burial in Haryana's Nuh district following a court order. Her family suspected murder after her husband eloped with her sister-in-law. Police will conduct a post-mortem to investigate the circumstances of her death.

Savarkar’s grandnephew files complaint against Rahul Gandhi for not attending court

Satyaki Savarkar filed a complaint against Rahul Gandhi for not attending a Pune court hearing in a defamation case over remarks about VD Savarkar. Gandhi's lawyer sought adjournment, and the court scheduled the next hearing on May 28.

HC refuses to restrain MCA from conducting T20 Mumbai League over franchise dispute

The Bombay high court rejected Jupicos Entertainment's plea to restrain MCA from conducting the T20 Mumbai League, citing a five-year delay in challenging the 2020 team termination and finding no grounds to interfere with the previous court order.

Punjab: Court terms no work call by lawyers’ unfortunate: You will rest while forces fight: HC to lawyers

Punjab High Court criticized lawyers' "no work day" call during India-Pakistan tensions, urging continued functioning. The court emphasized that professionals should work, especially during critical times, and proceeded with case hearings despite the bar association's suspension.

Reimagining Mumbai: experts call for better public transport, affordable housing, natural open spaces

Experts warn Mumbai's unchecked redevelopment threatens city's livability, calling for improved public transport, affordable housing, and open spaces. Driven by monetization and speculation, current development patterns risk transforming Mumbai's urban landscape and quality of life.

War wards, drills, audits, training: How city hospitals are prepping for emergency

Mumbai hospitals are preparing for potential medical emergencies by adding beds, training staff, stocking critical supplies, and conducting emergency drills. They're focusing on blood donation, infrastructure readiness, and mental preparation of healthcare workers to handle a possible war-like situation.