Yoga guru Ramdev and aide Balkrishna, along with Patanjali Ayurved Limited, issued a public apology in newspapers for not complying with Supreme Court orders regarding misleading ads. The apology, covering one-fourth of a page, acknowledged non-compliance and expressed regret for a press conference held on November 22, 2023. They pledged to avoid such mistakes in the future, promising to follow court directions diligently. The apology, in the wake of ongoing legal proceedings, emphasized their commitment to upholding court directives and respecting the law. Signed by Patanjali Ayurved Limited, Balkrishna, and Ramdev, it aimed to rectify past errors.

Eight people, including six minors, sustained injuries when a wall of a house collapsed in South Delhi's Khirki Extension area during strong gusty winds on Tuesday evening. The victims were on the terrace when the incident occurred and were promptly treated at a hospital before being discharged. The sudden change in weather, with heavy rain and strong winds, brought relief from the scorching heat in Delhi-NCR. The India Meteorological Department attributed the weather shift to a Western Disturbance and cyclonic circulation over north Pakistan and northeast Rajasthan.  

Prachi Nigam, the class 10 topper from Uttar Pradesh, faced online trolling for her facial features despite scoring 591/600 marks. However, supportive netizens rallied behind her, condemning the trolls and celebrating Nigam's achievement. The incident shed light on the impact of cyberbullying. Girls outperformed boys in the exams, with an overall pass percentage of 89.55%. Nigam aims to become an engineer by cracking the IIT-JEE. The UP Board exams saw a total of 55,25,308 candidates, with Deepika Sonkar also excelling with a score of 590/600.

Chaos erupted in Jahangirpuri, North Delhi, as a biryani seller was serving biryani on disposable plates featuring Lord Ram's photo. Local Hindu organizations raised concerns after noticing this, leading to a confrontation with the vendor. Police were called, and a packet containing four such plates was recovered. The plates were being discarded after use, adding fuel to the controversy. An investigation is ongoing to uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Customs officials at Mumbai airport seized diamonds worth ₹2.02 crore hidden in noodle packets and gold valued at ₹4.44 crore concealed in various ways, totaling ₹6.46 crore. Four passengers were arrested over the weekend. An Indian national was caught smuggling diamonds in noodle packets in his trolley bag, while a foreigner had gold bars hidden in her undergarments. The interceptions underscore ongoing efforts to combat smuggling at the airport. The arrests highlight the diverse methods used by smugglers to evade detection.

Yoga guru Baba Ramdev faces scrutiny as Patanjali Ayurved apologizes in 67 newspapers for misleading advertisements, costing Rs 10 lakh. The Supreme Court questions the timing of the apology, asking if it matches the ad size. Justice Hima Kohli remarks, "Is the apology the same size as your advertisements?" Justices express concern over FMCGs misleading the public, with Justice Kohli stating, "This... is affecting the health of babies, school-going children, and senior citizens." Ramdev's legal team assures no repeat offenses. The saga highlights broader concerns over consumer protection and accountability in the FMCG sector.      

Amid heightened tensions in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district, a 40-year-old man, Mohammad Raziq, was fatally shot in the Shahdra Sharief area. Unidentified assailants fired upon Raziq as he exited a mosque, leading to his critical injury and subsequent death at the hospital. Security forces swiftly cordoned off the area, launching a search operation for the perpetrators. With Thanamandi falling under the Anantnag Lok Sabha constituency, scheduled for polls on May 7, concerns of militant activities loom large. Recent seizures of arms in border districts underscore security challenges ahead of the elections.          

Kolkata faces a water crisis akin to Bengaluru's as ground water levels dip sharply. With temperatures soaring, demand for water tankers spikes by 1.5 times in just seven to 10 days. The Kolkata Municipal Corporation confirms the scarcity, especially in east and southeast areas heavily dependent on underground water. Lack of rain exacerbates the situation, leaving locals battling both the heat and dwindling water supplies.

Delhi court noticed that the homemade food sent to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in Tihar jail didn't follow his doctor's advice. Even though his doctor said no to foods like potatoes and mangoes, they were given to him. The court asked why this happened. Kejriwal, who has diabetes, is accused of eating foods to raise his blood sugar level for bail. The court said he must follow a strict diet made by doctors from AIIMS. His request for daily talks with his family doctor was refused. The court will decide about giving him insulin after hearing from AIIMS.

In a tragic incident, Mohammad Raziq was fatally shot outside a mosque in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district. Raziq, succumbing to his injuries, became the third victim of targeted attacks  by Terrorists in just two weeks. The assailants opened fire as he exited the mosque, reminiscent of a similar attack on his father two decades ago. Security forces swiftly cordoned off the area, launching a search operation. The incident adds to the escalating violence in the region amid ongoing elections. Former J&K chief minister Mehbooba Mufti expressed condolences, while concerns over terrorism's resurgence in the valley resurface.