Pune court has ordered Vishal Agarwal, father of the 17-year-old who crashed his Porsche, into two days of police custody. The accident killed two tech professionals, Anish Awadhia and Ashwini Kosta. The teen, who had no driving license and had been drinking, was speeding at 160 km/h when the crash occurred. Agarwal is accused of letting his son drive the high-end car. The minor was granted bail, leading to public outrage. Several pub staff were also arrested for serving alcohol to the underage driver.

The Ministry of Home Affairs office in Delhi's North Block received a bomb threat via email, prompting a response from the Delhi Police bomb disposal squad and fire tenders. No suspicious items have been found yet. This incident follows a series of hoax bomb threats targeting schools, airports, and hospitals in Delhi and other cities. Investigations into the source of the threats have led to suspicions of origin from Budapest, with authorities seeking Interpol's assistance. The Union home ministry has stressed the need for enhanced security measures and coordination between police and educational institutions to prevent panic.              

Protesters threw black ink at a police van transporting the father of a 17-year-old involved in a fatal Porsche crash in Pune. The incident occurred as the father, a prominent builder, was being taken to court, leading to his police custody until May 24. The crash killed two software engineers. The father faces charges under the Juvenile Justice Act for neglect and providing alcohol to a minor. Members of Vande Mataram Sanghatana led the protest. The teen’s legal status will be addressed in Juvenile Court. Several protesters were detained by police.

The Calcutta High Court invalidated all OBC certificates issued in West Bengal since 2010, declaring sections of the 2012 Act unconstitutional. The court ordered a new OBC list based on the 1993 Act. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee rejected the verdict, accusing the BJP of political interference and pledging to continue OBC reservations. The ruling will not affect those already benefiting from OBC status. The decision impacts OBC certificates issued between 2010 and 2024, necessitating a reassessment of eligibility.              

A 17-year-old boy who drove a Porsche that killed two techies in Pune will be tried for drink driving, a juvenile court ruled. He will face charges under Section 185 of the Motor Vehicles Act, which carries a penalty of up to six months in jail and a fine of Rs 10,000 for a first-time offense. The teenager was granted bail earlier, sparking national outrage, and was ordered to write an essay on accidents, work with traffic police, and undergo counseling for his drinking habit. The victims, Anis Awadhiya and Ashwini Costa, died after their motorcycle was hit by the Porsche on Sunday.

Tragedy struck in Pune, Maharashtra, as a boat capsized in Ujani dam backwaters, claiming six lives, including two children. The incident, attributed to strong winds and rain, occurred during a routine journey between Kalashi and Bhugav villages. Authorities swiftly deployed NDRF and SDRF teams for rescue operations, with ongoing search efforts. Remarkably, an assistant police inspector survived by swimming to safety. Nationalist Congress Party leader Supriya Sule arrived at the scene to oversee rescue operations. The community mourns the loss, while hopes remain for any missing individuals to be found amidst the ongoing efforts.

PM Modi praised Zomato's Deepinder Goyal, highlighting his journey from a small town to success. Goyal's video speech went viral, revealing his struggles against family doubts and societal norms. Despite initial skepticism, Goyal credited government support for Zomato's growth. Modi's tweet emphasized meritocracy over surnames, encouraging aspiring entrepreneurs. Goyal's story resonates with many, reflecting the changing landscape of success in India. Modi's endorsement signifies the government's commitment to nurturing startup culture, prioritizing hard work over heritage.

A 17-year-old boy, son of a prominent builder, was involved in a fatal car crash that killed two IT professionals. Before the crash, he spent ₹48,000 on liquor at two pubs in 90 minutes. Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar confirmed the teenager's lavish spending at Cosie restaurant-pub and Blak Mariott. The boy was taken for a medical test, and his blood sample has been sent for analysis. He is being charged under Section 304 of the Indian Penal Code for a rash and negligent act that caused death. CCTV footage shows the group consuming alcohol; the investigation is ongoing.

India has detected 290 cases of KP.2 and 34 cases of KP.1, sub-lineages of Covid-19 responsible for a surge in cases in Singapore. However, the Union health ministry has stated that these cases are not associated with an increase in hospitalization and severe cases. The ministry has assured that the mutations are a natural behavior of viruses like SARS-CoV2 and there is no reason for concern or panic. The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) is closely monitoring the situation, and samples are being picked up from hospitals to detect any change in the severity of the disease.

Rahul Gandhi criticized the lenient bail conditions for a wealthy minor who killed two IT professionals while driving a Porsche under the influence in Pune. Granted bail, the teen must work with traffic police for 15 days and write an essay on road safety. Gandhi contrasted this with harsher penalties for working-class drivers in similar situations, accusing the system of injustice favoring the rich. The teen’s father and three bar staff have also been arrested. Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis has sought to try the minor as an adult.