A 39-year-old State Reserve Police Force jawan, Prakash Kapde, died by suicide at his home in Jamner town. He was attached to cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's security detail. Kapde shot himself with his service gun during a brief vacation. The incident occurred at 1:30 am on May 15. The police are investigating the cause of suicide, but initial findings suggest personal reasons. Kapde is survived by his parents, wife, two minor children, and other family members. The police have filed an accidental death report and are questioning his family and colleagues.

Fourteen officials of Hindustan Copper Limited were rescued from a mine in Rajasthan's Neem Ka Thana after a lift collapse. One official sadly lost his life in the accident. The rescue mission was successful, with three severely injured personnel receiving treatment in a Jaipur hospital. The officials were trapped at a depth of 577 meters. The rescue efforts took place overnight, with multiple ambulances and medical teams on site. The incident highlights the importance of prioritizing safety in mining operations.

The Supreme Court has ordered the release of NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha, ruling that his arrest under anti-terror law was illegal. The Delhi Police failed to provide written grounds for his arrest, making it void. The trial court will set bail conditions. Although the police may re-arrest him, they must follow due process. The Supreme Court had previously questioned the police's hasty actions, including producing Purkayastha before a magistrate without informing his lawyer. The court's decision upholds the importance of following legal procedures in arrests and detentions.

Following a sales ban on Indian spices in Hong Kong and Singapore due to the presence of carcinogenic Ethylene Oxide, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has developed a new detection method. The method, validated by a national reference laboratory, is more accurate and can detect Ethylene Oxide in imported, exported, and domestically manufactured products, including packaged items. Over 1,500 samples have been collected and sent for lab tests. The new method aims to ensure the safety of Indian spices and prevent future bans.

India's space observatories detected solar flares that caused Aurora lights worldwide, despite the phenomenon not being visible in many parts of India. Aditya-L1 and Chandrayaan-2 orbiters observed charged particles ejected by the Sun, which typically reach the poles and create vibrant colors. A geomagnetic storm allowed these particles to reach the upper atmosphere, disrupting communications and GPS systems. India was less affected due to the storm's timing and lower latitudes, according to ISRO. The storm was the most intense since 2003, with a geomagnetic storm index of nine. Indian space agencies monitored the event, providing valuable data.

A devastating road accident occurred in Chilkaluripet on Wednesday, resulting in the loss of six lives. A bus traveling from Chinnaganjam to Hyderabad collided with a tipper lorry, causing both vehicles to catch fire. The impact was severe, claiming six lives on the spot. The injured have been rushed to Guntur for further treatment. The authorities are investigating the cause of the accident. This tragic incident highlights the need for increased road safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Dheeraj Wadhawan, the former promoter of Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Limited (DHFL), in connection with the ₹34,000 crore bank fraud case. Wadhawan was already charge-sheeted by the CBI in 2022 for allegedly defrauding a consortium of 17 banks. This case is considered the biggest banking loan fraud in India. Earlier, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) had ordered the attachment of Wadhawan's assets to recover dues worth ₹22 lakh. The arrest comes after the Delhi High Court issued a notice to the CBI on Wadhawan's bail plea on medical grounds.

Bhavesh Bhinde, the owner of Ego Media Pvt Ltd, the advertising agency responsible for the now-collapsed hoarding in Mumbai's Ghatkopar area, faces a rape charge. The incident, which claimed 14 lives and injured 74 others, has already led to a culpable homicide case against Bhinde. However, it has now come to light that a rape case was registered against him in January 2024 at the Mulund Police Station. Bhinde, who has 23 previous criminal cases, unsuccessfully contested the 2009 Maharashtra Legislative Assembly polls from Mulund. Investigations into both cases are ongoing.

Three operatives of the banned group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) were arrested for writing pro-Khalistan slogans in Delhi and Punjab's Bathinda. The slogans appeared on walls and metro pillars, prompting a police investigation. The arrests were made by Bathinda Police and its counter-intelligence wing, solving the case with swift action. The police action has prevented further spread of separatist ideology, ensuring public safety and security. The arrests are a major breakthrough in the case, and the police have averted potential unrest and violence. The investigation was conducted in a professional and scientific manner.

The Supreme Court has reserved its order on the contempt notice issued to yoga guru Ramdev, his aide Balkrishna, and Patanjali Ayurved Ltd over misleading advertisements. The court expressed dissatisfaction with the apology submitted by Indian Medical Association president Dr RV Asokan. Ramdev and Balkrishna appeared in Supreme Court as ordered. Patanjali has three weeks to file affidavits on steps taken to recall misleading ads. The court acknowledged Ramdev's influence and encouraged its positive use, distinguishing between his yoga contributions and Patanjali products.