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Consultant Inspections Must In Updated CGDCR

Per MoHUA guidelines, city requires 1,200 buses, but has 12% of required fleet strength

SpaceX is preparing for a historic IPO, aiming for a $1.75-$2 trillion valuation and seeking to raise $75 billion by June 2026. Despite significant revenue growth from Starlink, the company reported substantial losses in 2025 and Q1 2026, largely due to heavy investments in its new AI unit following the xAI acquisition.

Fortnite's latest update brings an exciting Overwatch collaboration, featuring new skins and a set of 31 quests tied to iconic heroes like Mercy, Tracer, D.Va, and Genji. Each quest offers 5,000 XP, making it a prime opportunity to rapidly advance your Battle Pass. These challenges are designed to be completed over time, offering substantial XP rewards.

A comparative test of leading AI models on actual UPSC Prelims papers reveal how closely modern systems can mirror human-level preparation, handling history and polity well but struggling with precise current affairs and technical distinctions that often decide exam outcomes.

Ridership Falls From 1.5 Lakh To Nearly 40k Daily Commuters

India's major cities face alarming mental health strain, with Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai reporting high suicide numbers and rates according to NCRB 2024 data. Family stress, unemployment, and emotional pressures are identified as leading causes, highlighting an urgent need for improved mental health infrastructure and support systems.

In a noteworthy ruling, a Delhi consumer commission mandated that a transport company compensate a family with Rs 64,000 after a critical bus breakdown interrupted their wedding procession. The vehicle, destined for a journey from Delhi to Bulandshahr, faltered far from the wedding venue, leading to substantial disruption and emotional strain.

Indian cars are getting smarter with advanced safety features. Technologies like automatic braking and lane keeping are becoming standard. These systems help drivers navigate busy roads and prevent accidents. Electric vehicles are also benefiting from these electronics. This shift promises a safer and more predictable future for Indian commutes.

Battlefield 6 and its free-to-play battle royale mode REDSEC are launching Season 3 on May 12. This new season introduces the classic Battlefield 4 map Golmud Railway, now called Railway to Golmud, and Ranked Battle Royale Quads to REDSEC. The season will roll out in three parts, with Cairo Bazaar arriving mid-season.

Delhi Police apprehended 482 suspects in a massive 48-hour crackdown, targeting Indian and Pakistani crime syndicates. The operation disrupted terror-gangster networks, including an ISI-backed module plotting attacks on security forces. Seizures included firearms, drugs, and cash, indicating a significant blow to organized crime and foreign-sponsored terror plots.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann linked recent blasts in Amritsar and Jalandhar to BJP's election strategy, while police investigate the incidents. A suspected explosion occurred near Amritsar's Khasa cantonment, and a scooter blast injured a delivery worker in Jalandhar, with the Khalistan Liberation Army claiming responsibility. Investigations are ongoing, with forensic reports awaited.

Indian conditions, including heavy traffic, poor roads, high temperatures and monsoon exposure, contribute to faster wear of these components, often shortening replacement cycles. Monitoring early warning signs and addressing them promptly helps prevent breakdowns, reduces repair costs and ensures continued safety and reliability.

Delhi Police is integrating Variable Message Signs (VMS) with the upcoming Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) across 96 locations to provide real-time congestion alerts. This Rs 2,101.4-crore project aims to enhance traffic monitoring, enforce violations, and improve emergency response, ultimately making urban mobility safer and more efficient.

‘No Disconnection For 1kW Users Over Dues’

A truck fire atop Palasuni bridge choked NH-16 traffic during rush hour, highlighting the notorious stretch's frequent accidents. Commuters faced severe delays as flames engulfed the vehicle. This incident reignites fears about Palasuni, a known black spot plagued by congestion and safety concerns, despite ongoing infrastructure upgrades.

High temperatures can also affect fluids such as engine oil, brake fluid and transmission fluid, reducing their effectiveness. Engine oil may thin out, impacting lubrication and increasing wear on internal components. Electronic systems and sensors may experience minor issues under sustained heat, including reduced efficiency or warning alerts, although most are designed to operate within a wide temperature range.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate Rajasthan's first modern BS-6 HPCL refinery in Pachpadra on April 21. Extensive preparations include a large pandal, high cutouts of the PM, and unprecedented security with 5,000 personnel. The entire Balotra district is a Red Zone and No-Fly Zone, with over 100 CCTV cameras monitoring the event.