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Asphyxiation claims nine lives in six days across J&K; caution against heating systems advised

In a grim reminder of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning, nine individuals, including a family of five, have tragically lost their lives in J&K over the past six days. The fatalities, attributed to unsafe use of charcoal and gas heaters indoors, underscore the critical need for public awareness.

Jan 6, 2025

J&K's Rail Projects Are Unparalleled Examples of Engineering, Says PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Jammu and Kashmir's transformative railway projects, including the iconic Chenab Bridge and Anji Khad Bridge, as engineering marvels driving economic growth and connectivity.

Jan 6, 2025

Atishi breaks down at press conference, says Ramesh Bidhuri is abusing her father

With tears in her eyes, an emotionally disturbed Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Monday hit out at BJP candidate from Kalkaji seat Ramesh Bidhuri for stooping so low to attack his 80-year-old educationist father.

Jan 6, 2025

Delhi polls: Congress pledges Rs 2,500 a month for women under 'Pyari Didi Yojana' scheme

The Delhi Congress on Monday announced the 'Pyari Didi Yojana' to give monthly financial assistance of Rs 2,500 to all eligible women in the city if it comes to power in the upcoming Assembly elections.

Jan 6, 2025

Wonderful to see Indian Railways' transformation in last 10 years: Erik Solheim

Erik Solheim, former Minister of Climate and Environment of Norway, said on Monday it has been wonderful to observe the improvement of Indian Railways in the last 10 years under the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the government laid the foundation stones of multiple projects, further strengthening the country's railway infrastructure.

Jan 6, 2025

NHRC meet: Experts suggest pilot project on using robots for sewer lines, septic tanks cleaning

Running a pilot project using robots for cleaning sewer lines and septic tanks was among the suggestions made by experts at a discussion on the rights of manual scavengers and ensuring their dignity organised by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)

Jan 6, 2025

Strengthening railway infrastructure: PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation stones for key railway projects across India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of multiple railway projects through video conferencing, further strengthening India's railway infrastructure.

Jan 6, 2025

Bengaluru shocker: Software professional, wife kill their 2 children before committing suicide

A tragic incident of a software professional and his wife ending their life after killing their two toddlers, was reported from Bengaluru on Monday.

Jan 6, 2025

Omar Allays Apprehension, Assures Economic Growth of Jammu After Direct Train to Kashmir

Amid concerns over the potential economic impacts of a direct train to Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has reassured the public that Jammu's economy will flourish with the new rail link.

Jan 6, 2025

PM Modi, others pay tributes to Sikh master 'Guru Gobind Singh' on Parkash Purab

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Monday, paid tributes to the 10th Sikh master, Sri Guru Gobind Singh, on his Parkash Utsav.

Jan 6, 2025

TN Guv walks out of Assembly, says CM Stalin, Speaker stubbornly refused appeal on National Anthem

Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi walked out of the state Legislative Assembly immediately after the session commenced in protest against the National Anthem not being played in the House.

Jan 6, 2025

Prime accused in Chhattisgarh journalist Mukesh Chandrakar's murder arrested in Hyderabad

Suresh Chandrakar, the prime accused in the murder of Chhattisgarh journalist Mukesh Chandrakar, has been arrested in Hyderabad.

Jan 6, 2025

South Central Railway to operate 52 Sankranti special trains [Details on Trains nos, routes]

The South Central Railway will operate 52 additional special trains between various destinations to clear extra rush during Sankranti festival season.

Jan 6, 2025

Kerala HC rejects plea for CBI probe in ADM Naveen Babu's suicide, family to appeal

The Kerala High Court on Monday dismissed a petition seeking a CBI probe into the death of Kannur Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Naveen Babu, who was found hanging at his official residence on October 15.

Jan 6, 2025

'Was held hostage by scammers, have lost money..': Ankush Bahuguna reveals harrowing 40-hour ordeal in digital arrest cyber scam

At one point, the scammers directed him to visit a bank and attempt "suspicious" transactions. However, the transactions failed because the branch was closed. It was only when a friend reached out and warned him about the possibility of fraud that he realised he had been scammed.

Jan 6, 2025