Keeping up with UP | Caste census: Politics of social justice and raising aspirations

The RSS and BJP pivot to a caste census strategy, aiming to win back lower-caste voters and counter opposition narratives. The move could potentially divide Muslim voting blocs and reshape political dynamics across states, particularly in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.

Punjab on brink: From myths, misgovernance to reforms

Punjab faces a severe water crisis, with 117 out of 150 administrative blocks over-exploited. Groundwater depletion, seasonal river flows, and storage limitations challenge the state. The narrative of Punjab hoarding water is scientifically flawed, requiring collaborative federal solutions and innovative water management strategies.

Doing what we do to enemy: HC on Punjab-Haryana water tussle

Punjab and Haryana's water dispute escalated in court, with Punjab deploying police at Nangal dam to prevent water release to Haryana. The high court chief justice urged states not to treat each other like enemies, with a judgment pending.

Khadak police arrest uncle-nephew duo for murdering youth

Police arrested an uncle-nephew duo for murdering a 25-year-old youth by banging his head against a wall and physically assaulting him on May 3 in Pune. The suspects were charged under murder provisions and arrested on May 6.

Chandigarh:Two habitual peddlers to be jailed in Assam to break local drug nexus

Chandigarh Police are sending two habitual drug peddlers, Bala and Deepak Mittal, to Dibrugarh Jail in Assam under PITNDPS Act to disrupt local drug networks and break their supply chains, marking a strategic anti-drug operation.

Chandigarh flattens Janta Colony, reclaims ₹350-cr govt land

Chandigarh demolished Janta Colony, a major slum in Sector 25, reclaiming 10 acres of government land worth ₹350 crore. With 2,500 shanties razed, around 5,000 residents relocated. Two more slums are set to be cleared within a month.

Jammu: Post de-silting, power generation back in full swing at Chenab

Power generation resumes at Chenab River's Baglihar and Salal hydel projects after de-silting. Reservoirs refilled, electricity generated normally. No immediate need to open spill gates. Part of India's response to recent terror attack.

Amid Op Sindhoor strikes, Bengaluru to conduct city-wide mock drill. Check timings and location

Bengaluru conducted a city-wide civil defence mock drill amid heightened security, simulating air raid responses and emergency scenarios. The exercise involved 5,000 personnel, coordinating across multiple locations to test preparedness following recent cross-border military operations.

Truck claims 47-year-old female scooterist’s life in Chandimandir

A 47-year-old woman was killed when a truck hit her scooter near Chandimandir. The truck driver fled but was later arrested. Police booked him for rash driving and causing death by negligence.

Pahalgam attack aftermath: Omar, Mehbooba raise concern over ‘sweeping clampdown’ in Valley

Political leaders Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti criticize widespread security crackdown following Pahalgam terror attack, expressing concern over mass arrests and raids affecting innocent Kashmiris, and urging a more targeted approach to apprehending suspects.

Divert RLA revenue to MC for road repairs, Chandigarh mayor appeals to governor again

Chandigarh mayor requests governor to allocate 50% of RLA revenue to municipal corporation for road repairs. City faces financial crunch, preventing essential road maintenance on 400 km of urgent repair routes amid ongoing challenges.

Pakistan forces violate ceasefire in five J&K dists

Pakistan Army continued firing along the Line of Control for the 12th consecutive day, targeting five districts in Jammu and Kashmir. The cross-border firing follows the Pahalgam terror attack, with no reported casualties from the latest incident.

Ambala: GMN College signs MoU with AI University

GMN College, Ambala Cantt, signed an MoU with Universal AI University to enhance academic collaboration, facilitate faculty-student exchanges, and develop innovative interdisciplinary programs focusing on AI and holistic student development.

Punjab-Haryana water dispute being politicised: Ugrahan

Bharatiya Kisan Union leader Joginder Singh Ugrahan claims Punjab-Haryana water dispute is being politicized, arguing that governments are creating unnecessary conflict over water allocation instead of finding a collaborative solution.

Haryana CM reviews progress on three RRTS corridors

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini reviewed three RRTS corridors in NCR, directing officials to expedite clearances. The projects aim to reduce travel time, enhance connectivity, and boost economic development across Haryana's urban and semi-urban areas.

Himachal to hold ‘Operation Abhyas’ in Shimla today

Himachal Pradesh will conduct a nationwide 'Operation Abhyas' mock drill in Shimla, involving city-wide blackout from 7:20-7:30 pm. Officials will test civil defence preparedness, emergency response, and practice protocols at two city locations.