BMC to go full throttle against hoteliers on usage of plastic materials

Mumbai: After acting against shops and small-scale commercial establishments, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has now decided to go against restaurants and hotels that use single-use plastic for their daily business operations. The Maharashtra government, in 2018, passed an order against the usage of single-use plastics, however, in 2020, following the global Covid-19 pandemic outbreak, the state government relaxed the guidelines.

‘We stand with the government’: Brother of Bengaluru techie killed in Pahalgam terror attack backs Operation Sindhoor

Bharat Bhushan's brother supports Operation Sindhoor after his brother's tragic killing in Pahalgam terror attack. He urges national unity and backs the government's retaliatory strikes against terror infrastructure, emphasizing the need to protect citizens.

Hry govt transfers Gururgam, Faridabad municipal chiefs

Haryana government transfers municipal commissioners of Gurugram and Faridabad following criticism over recent flooding. Pradeep Dahiya and Dhirendra Khadgata appointed to lead respective cities, focusing on infrastructure and monsoon preparedness.

Operation Sindoor: Schools in four districts of Rajasthan shut

Rajasthan closed schools in four border districts (Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Barmer) following Indian military strikes in Pakistan. A precautionary measure with scheduled mock drills amid heightened regional tensions along the 1,070km border.

Karnataka CM, Deputy CM back Centre on Op Sindhoor, laud armed forces’ retaliatory strikes

Karnataka leaders D.K. Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah strongly support Operation Sindhoor, praising the Indian Armed Forces' retaliatory strikes on terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoJK following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians.

Operation Sindoor: Pahalgam attack victim’s father hails Indian action against Pakistan

India conducted precision airstrikes on Pakistani terror sites following the Pahalgam attack that killed Lt Vinay Narwal. The victim's father praised the operation, hoping it sends a strong message and provides some comfort to the 26 widowed families.

2 held for raping minor in car after abduction near Faridabad school

Two men were arrested for kidnapping and raping a 14-year-old girl near her school in Faridabad. The suspects, Intezaar Khan and Vikas Kumar, were caught after fleeing to Uttar Pradesh. Police recovered the car and registered a case under Pocso Act.

Ghaziabad: 2 residents move Allahabad high court over human-monkey conflict

Two Ghaziabad residents filed a high court PIL highlighting the human-monkey conflict, citing safety risks, property damage, and an exponential rise in monkey population across 32 city areas. They seek relocation, afforestation, and proper monkey management strategies.

Bar licence fee up 40% in Haryana, nightlife may cost more

Haryana increases bar license fees by 40%, potentially raising alcohol prices by 20%. Restaurateurs and patrons fear higher dining costs, with nightlife expenses possibly jumping from ₹5,000 to ₹7,000, threatening the city's vibrant entertainment scene.

25-yr-old woman jumps in front of train at golf course Metro station

A 25-year-old BA student died after jumping in front of a metro train at Golf Course station. Her male friend was present but couldn't prevent the incident. Police found no suicide note, and the reason for her anger remains unknown.

‘Dead’ woman found alive after Aadhaar alert

A missing woman and daughter, presumed dead after bodies were found, were discovered alive in Jodhpur through an Aadhaar notification. They voluntarily left home in 2020, and police are investigating the case after bringing them back to Noida.

Haryana charges 6 officials over illegal Aravalli mining in Nuh

Six Haryana officials face charges for illegal Aravalli mining in Nuh district, spanning 25 acres from 2011 to 2025. The state found massive stone extraction, prompting a crackdown and potential further investigations into environmental violations.

Noida to offer space for start-ups at cheap rates

Noida Authority plans to offer affordable office space for start-ups in an unused eight-storey City Bus Terminal building in Sector 82, providing entrepreneurs with discounted rates and modern amenities to encourage business growth.

Noida authority acts against its staffers over negligence

Noida Authority takes disciplinary action against a lekhpal, supervisor, and gardener for negligence, illegal construction oversight, and poor performance. CEO Lokesh M recommends suspension and aims to enforce stricter administrative accountability in the region.

Form environment committees immediately: DIOS to GB Nagar schools

DIOS mandates Gautam Budh Nagar schools to immediately form environmental committees, addressing ecological concerns through monthly meetings, student engagement, and eco-friendly initiatives after repeated unheeded directives.

Rescued parakeet gets new lease of life, beak after rare surgery

A rose-ringed parakeet, rescued from illegal captivity and severely malnourished, received a custom prosthetic upper beak. The complex surgery enabled the bird to feed and preen independently, with potential future release into its natural habitat.