The billboard that collapsed in Ghatkopar's Pant Nagar, killing eight and injuring 69, was already under scrutiny by civic authorities for violations. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) had issued a notice to the private agency, M/s Ego Media, to dismantle the structure and remove hoardings due to its oversized dimensions (120x120 feet, exceeding the allowed 40x40 feet). This was not the first warning, as the BMC's tree department had filed complaints against the agency in December 2023 and April 2024, citing the mysterious death of nearby trees. The tragedy could have been averted if the agency had complied with the orders.

The Supreme Court has granted bail to activist Gautam Navlakha in the Elgaar Parishad case, citing his advanced age and the prolonged trial. Navlakha, 70, has been in custody since April 2020 and was previously placed under house arrest in Navi Mumbai. The court ordered him to pay Rs 20 lakh towards security expenses during his house arrest and an additional Rs 1.64 crore for police personnel expenses. This development comes after the Bombay High Court granted bail in December, which was stayed by the Supreme Court. Navlakha's release is a significant development in the case, which relates to alleged links with Maoist groups.

Four hospitals in Delhi received bomb threat calls, prompting a swift response from authorities. The hospitals - Delhi State Cancer Institute, Dada Dev Hospital, Hedgewar Hospital, and Deep Chandra Bandhu Hospital - are being searched by bomb disposal squads. The calls are being verified, said the Delhi Fire Department. This incident comes after several schools in Delhi and other cities received hoax bomb emails, causing panic and heightened security measures. Previous threats were found to be fake, and investigations are ongoing. The authorities are taking all necessary precautions to ensure public safety.

Delhi Police have arrested Rajesh Kapoor, a 40-year-old man, for stealing jewellery and valuables from co-passengers on multiple flights. According to the police, Kapoor took over 200 flights in the past year, traveling for 110 days to commit thefts. He was arrested from Paharganj with stolen items and planned to sell them to Sharad Jain, 46, who has also been arrested from Karol Bagh. The arrests came after two separate cases of thefts were reported on separate flights in the past three months, prompting the formation of a dedicated police team to nab the culprits. The successful operation highlights the police's efforts to ensure passenger safety and security.

Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Modi died at 72 at AIIMS, Delhi, after a prolonged battle with cancer. Hospitalized in the ICU for a month, the senior BJP leader revealed his illness on social media on April 3, announcing he would not participate in the Lok Sabha elections due to his health. A prominent BJP figure in Bihar, Modi had significant influence over the party for over three decades. He served as Deputy Chief Minister under Nitish Kumar in two terms from 2005 to 2020. His death is a major loss for the BJP and Bihar's political scene.

Three Maoists, including two women, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district on Monday. The exchange of fire took place near Katrangatta village in Bhamragad Taluka, where Maoists were planning subversive activities. C-60 squad personnel retaliated strongly after coming under fire, forcing the Maoists to flee. The bodies of a male and two female Maoists were later recovered, along with three automatic weapons, Maoist literature, and belongings.

Manipur's CM N Biren Singh highlighted the influx of over 5,800 Myanmar migrants seeking refuge in Kamjong district amid ongoing civil strife. Of these, 15 have passed away naturally, while 359 have returned to Myanmar. Singh underscored the commitment to deport migrants once stability is restored in Myanmar, prioritizing the welfare of indigenous communities. The migration has led to the emergence of nearly 996 new villages in the state. Migrants are housed in separate camps managed by local committees, receiving essential support from the administration. Despite eagerness to return for the cultivation season, recent Myanmar army bombings have instilled hesitation among migrants. The situation underscores the complex challenges posed by regional conflicts.

An IndiGo passenger, Swati Singh, has taken to social media to express her frustration after her flight was cancelled and then delayed, causing her to miss an international connection to Seattle. She claimed the airline's response was unsatisfactory, with a manager stating "I have no option." Singh alleged that passengers, including diabetic individuals, were forced to eat poor-quality food and were not even offered water. She questioned the aviation ministry's inaction in penalizing airlines like IndiGo for such incidents. The incident has sparked outrage, with many calling for better customer service from airlines.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Harimandir Ji, Patna Sahib Gurdwara made headlines as he actively participated in 'seva', serving food to devotees in the langar. A viral video captured him serving food from a steel bucket, receiving gratitude from recipients. Modi also assisted in cooking for the langar. Tight security surrounded his visit to the renowned gurdwara in Bihar's Patna. The site, also known as Takhat Sri Harimandir Ji, Patna Sahib, holds significant religious importance as one of the five takhats of the Sikhs. It was commissioned by Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the 18th century to commemorate the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh.

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking the removal of Arvind Kejriwal as Delhi Chief Minister over his arrest in an excise policy case. Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta stated that while propriety might be questioned, there's no legal basis for his removal. The court deferred to Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena for any potential action, emphasizing it wouldn't interfere. Notably, the petitioner, Kant Bhati, wasn't the original petitioner before the Delhi High Court. The bench concluded by dismissing the Special Leave Petition and refusing to intervene in the matter.