Kolkata Metro await PMO nod to open full stretch of Howrah-Sector 5 corridor

Kolkata Metro authorities are awaiting approval from the Prime Minister's Office to commission the unfinished 2.6 km Esplanade-Sealdah stretch of the East-West Metro corridor. The delay was caused by soil subsidence. The rest of the corridor is operational, and clearance from the PMO is needed to start full operations linking Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector 5.

SC directs Punjab, Haryana to cooperate with Centre on SYL Canal row

Supreme Court urges Punjab and Haryana to cooperate with Centre in resolving SYL Canal dispute, directing both states to work towards an amicable solution by August 13 amid decades-long water-sharing conflict.

'If you want to be a power hitter…': RCB’s Tim David impressed by BBMP’s open-air gyms, compares them to Singapore

Tim David, RCB's cricketer, praised Bengaluru's BBMP open-air gyms, comparing them to Singapore's facilities. While he lauded the city's fitness infrastructure, social media users criticized the limited availability of such amenities beyond the central business district.

Delhi court orders FIR against trainee IPS officer for assault

A Delhi court ordered an FIR against trainee IPS officer Rahul Balhara for allegedly assaulting Vikas Dhayal with a glass bottle during an event, causing head injuries after a verbal altercation in December 2024.

Karnataka government to acquire Hebbal land for Bengaluru tunnel road project, confirms DK Shivakumar

Karnataka government plans to acquire Hebbal land for a Rs 42,000 crore tunnel road project, with two major corridors connecting different city zones. DK Shivakumar confirmed land acquisition using TDR and FAR benefits, aiming to ease Bengaluru's traffic congestion.

Mizoram Police seize 236 kg of meth worth ₹30.7 crore near Indo-Myanmar border

Mizoram Police seized 236 kg of methamphetamine near the Indo-Myanmar border, arresting two suspects. The ₹30.7 crore drug haul, involving 2,00,99,000 tablets, is the state's largest meth seizure, with cash and a vehicle also confiscated.

Pune division scores 91.32 passing percentage

Pune division achieved a 91.32% pass rate in Class 12 exams, down from 94.44% last year. Girls outperformed boys, with Pune district scoring highest at 95.19%. Notable students include Tanishka Vaishampayan and Chinmay Deshpande.

Haryana: 15-year-old girl raped in moving car in Faridabad

A 15-year-old girl was allegedly raped twice in a moving car while traveling to school in Faridabad. She was forcibly pulled into a parked vehicle, threatened, and later abandoned near her village. Police have registered a case and are investigating.

Vaibhavi scores 85.33% in spite of personal tragedy

Despite losing her father to a brutal murder, Vaibhavi Deshmukh scored 85.33% in Class 12 board exams. She remains focused on seeking justice and continues her academic pursuits, demonstrating remarkable resilience and determination.

ED arrests ‘absconding’ ex-Haryana Congress MLA from 5-star hotel in Delhi

Former Haryana Congress MLA Dharam Singh Chhoker arrested by ED from a Delhi hotel after evading summons. Accused of cheating 1,500 homebuyers and laundering over Rs 500 crore through real estate companies, he's now in ED custody.

Mohali: Now, wait till September for Greenfield project

NHAI extends Mohali's Greenfield Alignment Project deadline to September 2025, with 82% work completed. The 31-km road will ease traffic between Chandigarh and nearby regions, costing ₹1,400 crore, after resolving land compensation disputes.

Maha HSC results: Consistent decline in performance of students from Arts stream

Maharashtra State Board's HSC results reveal a concerning decline in Arts stream performance, with passing percentages dropping from 90.51% in 2022 to 80.52% in 2025. Experts attribute this to high-performing students preferring Science and Commerce, leaving academically weaker students in Arts.

Chandigarh roads get safer, two out of 5 black spots cleared

Chandigarh removes two black spots, improving road safety. Three high-risk zones remain with 25 fatal mishaps in three years. Authorities have proposed short-term interventions and long-term solutions to address traffic congestion and reduce accidents at key intersections.

Haryana: Rights panel orders probe into ‘racial bullying’ of student

Haryana Human Rights Commission orders probe into racial bullying of a minor student at a government school in Gurugram, highlighting institutional failures in addressing harassment and assault by peers and school authorities' inaction.

26.4°C: Rain brings down Chandigarh day temps by 10 notches

Chandigarh experienced unusually cool May weather with temperatures dropping to 26.4°C after heavy rainfall. Meteorologists predict continued thunderstorms and below-normal temperatures throughout the week, attributing the change to multiple weather systems.

Chandigarh’s last big slum, Janta Colony, to be razed today

Chandigarh administration will demolish Janta Colony, its last major slum, housing 5,000 people in 2,500 shanties. The 10-acre site, valued at ₹350 crore, will be cleared for public infrastructure, with 1,500 police personnel and officials overseeing the operation.