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A fire erupted in the AC coach of an empty passenger train parked in yard of Durg Railway Station in Chhattisgarh. No casualties were reported due to the incident. Railway officials and fire department rushed to the spot and brought the fire under control within 30 minutes. A total of three fire engines were deployed […]
An under-construction building at Kannauj railway station in Uttar Pradesh collapsed, trapping dozens of workers. The accident occurred during work on a two-storey building for a beautification project. Around 35 workers were on-site, and 23 have been rescued so far. State govt announced compensation for the injured, while rescue operations continue with the help of […]
Telangana police have dismantled a major drug manufacturing racket producing Alprazolam, a banned substance. Authorities seized significant contraband and assets worth Rs 60 crore. The operation came to light after real estate businessman Girma Gouni Sudhir Goud, 47, was arrested in Sangareddy district while transporting the drugs. Goud confessed to his involvement in the network.
Rescue efforts at Assam’s flooded “rat hole” mine continue as the body of 27-year-old Lijen Magar was recovered on Saturday, marking the second fatality. Nine workers were trapped on January 6 after a water surge. Despite challenges, including submerged sections, specialized equipment and divers are being used to locate the remaining miners.
Jeju Air flight 2216’s black boxes stopped recording 4 minutes before its crash, killing 179 people, South Korea’s transport ministry revealed. The Boeing 737-800 belly-landed and exploded at Muan airport on December 29. Investigators are probing causes like a bird strike, faulty landing gear, and a runway barrier, which worsened the crash.
The 3rd session of Rajasthan’s 16th Assembly begins on Jan 31. Congress plans to oppose the dissolution of 9 districts created under the previous government and question the handling of the Sub-Inspectors’ recruitment process. Protests have erupted in affected areas, and the session is expected to address these and other contentious issues.
Mumbai is currently under the grip of Delhi-like pollution levels. In the wake of this situation, a Bombay High Court bench consisting of Chief Justice DK Upadhayay and Justice GS Kulkarni highlighted the importance of transitioning from diesel to CNG and electric vehicles. The bench was listening to a Suo Motu public interest litigation (PIL) […]
Delhi Airport’s Terminal 2 (T2), built 40 years ago, will temporarily close for 4-6 months in FY 2025-26 for refurbishment, expected to finish by Q2 FY26. Delhi International Airport Ltd assured minimal disruption, with Terminal 1 handling the additional passenger load during the closure.
Air tankers and helicopters fought Los Angeles wildfires, dropping water and flame retardant. Reporters observed multiple blazes, with firefighting crews quickly shifting focus to the Kenneth Fire. Helicopters dropped water on the flames while aircraft guided tankers that released red retardant, aiming to control the growing inferno.
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, and Director General of Malaysia’s National Security Council met in a first India-Malaysia Security Dialogue in New Delhi. The two sides discussed global and regional security issues. During the meeting, both countries agreed to strengthen collaboration in counterterrorism, de radicalization, cybersecurity, defense industry, and maritime security.
President-elect Donald Trump urged Republicans in Congress to combine his key priorities—tax cuts, border security, and energy production—into one massive bill. He proposed funding the plan by raising tariffs on imports and eliminating taxes on tipped income, urging swift action to deliver “historic victories” for Americans.
The NIA has chargesheeted four CPI (Maoist) members for the abduction and murder of Dinesh Pusu Gawde in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli in November 2023. The accused, suspected of killing Gawde over claims he was a police informer and RSS member, aimed to instill fear in locals and prevent information sharing with security forces.
A survey of Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, reveals temple symbols like banyan trees, lotus motifs, and construction alterations. Submitted to court, the November survey used videography and photography to document historical and religious elements at the site, adding layers to the ongoing debate over its contentious history.
Apple agreed to pay $95 million to settle a lawsuit alleging Siri recorded private conversations without consent. The lawsuit claimed unintended Siri activations shared user data with third parties. Apple denies wrongdoing but will delete such data, enhance privacy measures, and offer up to $20 compensation per device to US users.
President Joe Biden will present the Presidential Citizens Medal to Liz Cheney and Bennie Thompson, leaders of the January 6th Capitol riot investigation. The ceremony will honor 20 individuals, including advocates for marriage equality and veterans’ care, recognizing their service and dedication to the nation’s progress.