BMC to allow immersion of Ganesha idols at Gateway of India jetty

Mumbai: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is all set to make arrangements for the immersion of Ganesha idols at the Gateway of India jetty on September 4 and September 9, which is the fifth and the final day of Ganeshotsav. Idol immersion at the Gateway jetty was banned in 2019 by the Bombay Port Trust after an accident in 2018, wherein a boat belonging to the BPT was damaged during the immersion.

Mock drill: No need to panic, says Pune dist collector

Pune will conduct a nationwide mock drill at three locations to test emergency preparedness, involving civil and defense agencies. Sirens will be activated, but residents are advised not to panic. The exercise aims to improve crisis response and raise public awareness.

Unidentified aircraft crashes in Punjab’s Bathinda, one farm labourer killed

An unidentified aircraft crashed in Punjab's Bathinda, killing one farm labourer and injuring nine others. The aircraft caught fire in a wheat field around 2 am, exploding as villagers attempted rescue. Defense authorities are investigating the incident.

From blackouts to air-raid sirens, Ghaziabad braces for mother of all drills today

Ghaziabad conducts nationwide civil defence drill testing wartime preparedness, involving air-raid sirens, blackouts, and emergency protocols across schools and critical infrastructure, amid rising tensions with Pakistan.

Noida readies for full-scale drill across 100 sites today

Noida will conduct a comprehensive security mock drill across 100 locations, including metro stations, malls, schools, and CRPF camps, following the Jammu and Kashmir terror attack. The nationwide exercise aims to test emergency preparedness and inter-agency coordination.

Last rites of army jawan performed in Charkhi Dadri

Army jawan Amit Sangwan, 24, from Charkhi Dadri, died in a vehicle accident in Jammu and Kashmir. His last rites were performed with state honors, attended by officials and family, who mourned the loss of the recently engaged soldier.

Three cops suspended; one sacked for dereliction of duty

Three cops suspended and one SPO sacked in Jind for neglecting duty at a safe house, where they were assigned to protect a runaway couple. A departmental inquiry has been initiated, with authorities emphasizing zero tolerance for duty dereliction.

Three killed in separate road accidents in Raigad district

Three separate road accidents in Raigad district killed three people over two days, involving a dumper, motorcycle, and trailer. Reckless driving and speeding were cited as primary causes, with drivers facing legal charges for negligence and endangering lives.

PMC launches pilot project for e-pushcarts in waste collection

PMC launches pilot project with electric pushcarts for waste pickers, collaborating with SWaCH and Tata Motors. 150 carts with removable batteries will be tested in six areas, aiming to reduce physical strain on waste collection workers.

Punjab: BSF restricts movement of farmers beyond border fence

BSF restricts Punjab border farmers' access to fields beyond fence due to India-Pakistan tensions, hindering post-harvest work and cattle feed preparation. Farmers protest the closure, seeking cooperation and understanding of their agricultural needs.

37-year-old woman suffers spinal injury after dog out on walk attacks her, owner held  

A dog attack in Greater Noida West led to a 37-year-old woman suffering a spinal fracture after falling from a first-floor walkway. The dog's owner was arrested, and the society plans to implement stricter pet regulations.

PMC medical college gets recognised for bonded service

Maharashtra government recognizes Bharatratna Atalbihari Vajpayee Medical College for bonded service, allowing MBBS and PG doctors to work at PMC hospitals for mandatory social service, addressing doctor shortages and improving healthcare services.

All set for mock drills at 20 places in Punjab

Punjab and Haryana will conduct nationwide mock drills at 20 locations, testing emergency preparedness against potential threats. Exercises include siren alerts, blackout simulations, evacuation protocols, and civil defense training across multiple cities.

Court grants pre-arrest bail to Dr Lekha Pathak

Sessions court granted anticipatory bail to Dr. Lekha Pathak, accused of falsely claiming late lawyer Ramrao Adik's pension as his widow. Pathak maintains they were married via Vedic rites, while Adik's son alleges a fraudulent live-in relationship.

Deadline days away, but 50% of Lucknow’s drains still choked

Lucknow Municipal Corporation has cleaned only 50% of major drains ahead of the May 31 monsoon deadline. Seven main drains are being desilted, using 50 machines and spending Rs 70,000 daily, with medium-sized drain cleaning recently commenced.

Mithi river desilting fraud: EOW books 13 people, including three BMC officials

Mumbai police's Economic Offences Wing registered an FIR against 13 people, including three BMC officials, for alleged ₹65.54 crore fraud in Mithi river desilting project between 2013-2023, uncovering multiple contract and documentation irregularities.