Wheat procurement: UP nod to MSP of ₹2,125 per quintal

The Uttar Pradesh cabinet has approved the wheat procurement policy for 2023-2024, with a minimum support price of INR 2,125 ($28.50) per quintal and a target to purchase 60 lakh metric tons of wheat this fiscal year. The state government plans to establish 5,900 procurement centers to purchase wheat directly from farmers, with small and marginal farmers producing 60 quintals or less given priority. The policy will be in effect until June 15, 2023.

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.

5 buildings razed in Versova, 35 more to go

Five unauthorized buildings demolished in Versova's marshlands, with 35 more targeted. BMC's enforcement drive removes structures in ecologically sensitive Coastal Regulation Zone areas, addressing potential life-threatening construction violations.

Clear stand on heritage tag for Savarkar Sadan: HC to State

Bombay High Court orders state government to clarify its stance on granting heritage status to Savarkar Sadan, following a PIL seeking preservation of the historic building and preventing its potential demolition for redevelopment.

Punjab: Illegal constructions linked to drug peddlers demolished in Jalandhar

Police in Jalandhar demolished two illegal constructions linked to drug traffickers Honey Kalyanwas and Vijay Masih, who have multiple criminal cases. The actions aim to deter criminal activities and dismantle infrastructure built through illegal drug proceeds.

Metro 3 will be fully operational by August: CM

Mumbai's Metro 3, an underground corridor, will be fully operational by August, increasing daily ridership from 20,000 to 400,000. The new route connects key business and cultural locations, with 244 daily services and 244 escalators/lifts.

Deemed conveyance can’t be denied due to delay on part of the builder: HC

In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court mandated deemed conveyance for housing societies, rejecting a builder's objections. The court emphasized that project delays cannot impede flat owners' rights to property transfer under MOFA, 1963.

City on high alert, security beefed up

Mumbai police heighten security across city amid India-Pakistan tensions, deploying armed officers at sensitive locations, increasing patrolling, conducting surprise checks, and coordinating with coastal forces to prevent potential threats while monitoring cyber activities.

Gokhale bridge set to reopen on May 11, bringing major relief to western suburb commuters

Gokhale bridge in Mumbai will reopen on May 11, offering relief to western suburb commuters. After realignment work and expert consultations, the bridge's full reopening is expected to reduce travel times and ease traffic congestion significantly.

SP demands two-day govt holiday for Maharana Pratap Jayanti

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav celebrated Maharana Pratap's birth anniversary, demanding a two-day government holiday. He praised Pratap's valor, promised a statue with a golden sword, and criticized BJP's political approach while emphasizing national unity.