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11 Jul

Kerala Toddler Dies After Minor Procedure; Police Register Case Against Anaesthetist

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingKerala

Kannur (Rajeev Sharma): An 18-month-old child from Kerala, who had been battling for life after undergoing anaesthesia for treatment of a minor lip injury, has died at a hospital in Kannur. The incident has sparked concerns over the circumstances surrounding the medical procedure, with police initiating legal action against the doctor who administered the anaesthetic. The toddler, Devansh Shouria, had reportedly suffered a cut on his lip after falling while playing at home. His parents rushed him to a private hospital in Payyannur, where doctors decided to stitch the wound under anaesthesia. Shortly after the anaesthetic was administered, the child’s…

11 Jul

NPPA Revises Prices of 39 Drug Formulations to Improve Access to Affordable Treatment

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingNPPA

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a fresh move to make healthcare more affordable, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has notified revised retail prices for 39 drug formulations used in the treatment of several common and chronic ailments. The decision covers medicines prescribed for conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart-related disorders and other health issues. The revised prices have been fixed under the Drugs (Prices Control) Order (DPCO), which empowers the regulator to ensure that essential medicines remain available at reasonable rates. With the latest notification, pharmaceutical companies manufacturing or marketing these formulations will have to comply with the…

11 Jul

Security Scare at Red Fort Ends Without Incident, Police Confirm Bomb Threat Was False Alarm

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi, Red Fort

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A bomb threat concerning Delhi's historic Red Fort prompted a rapid response from law enforcement agencies after an emergency call was received by the Mumbai Police Control Room. Following coordinated action between police teams in Mumbai and Delhi, officials later confirmed that the threat was unfounded. The alert was initially received in Mumbai, where the caller allegedly claimed that an explosion had been planned at the Red Fort. As per security protocol, the information was immediately passed on to the Delhi Police Control Room for urgent action. Police personnel from Delhi's North District quickly launched an investigation…

11 Jul

Pilgrim Killed, Three Injured as Truck Hits Amarnath Yatra Bus Near Pathankot; Police Register Negligence Case

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingAmarnath Yatra

Jammu (Rajeev Sharma): A road accident involving a bus carrying Shri Amarnath Yatra pilgrims claimed the life of one devotee and left three others injured on the Pathankot-Jammu National Highway late Thursday night. The collision occurred near the Sujanpur railway overbridge when a trailer allegedly rammed the side of the passenger bus. The deceased has been identified as 25-year-old Anshul Gehlot from Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. According to police, he sustained critical injuries after being thrown out of the bus during the impact. He was taken to a nearby private hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead. Officials said the bus was…

11 Jul

Monsoon Leaves Himachal Reeling: Road Network Hit, Kinnaur Bridge Gives Way; Fresh Rain Spell Likely Next Week

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal

Sangla (Rajeev Sharma): The impact of the southwest monsoon continues to be felt across Himachal Pradesh, where heavy rainfall has damaged infrastructure, disrupted transport and isolated several remote areas. A Bailey bridge in Kinnaur district collapsed after remaining unstable for days, while hundreds of roads across the state continue to remain closed due to landslides and debris. The bridge, which served as an important link to the Sangla Valley, had become unsafe after torrential rain triggered erosion beneath its foundation. Authorities had already suspended traffic over the structure before it finally collapsed, cutting off one of the key routes in…

10 Jul

Kejriwal Announces Nationwide Signature Campaign Demanding Action Over Alleged Ram Mandir Irregularities

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAAP, Campaign, Delhi, Kejriwal, Temple

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal announced that the party will launch a nationwide signature campaign seeking strict action against individuals allegedly involved in financial regularities at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. The initiative will officially commence on Sunday following a community recitation of the Sundarkand scheduled for 10 a.m. at Japanese Park in Rohini, New Delhi. Addressing a press conference, Kejriwal criticized the central government, claiming that the current administration is actively shielding high-profile individuals responsible for significant land scams and construction contract manipulation connected to the temple trust. He highlighted documented instances where land valued…

10 Jul

Monsoon Continues to Lash Himachal; Schools Closed in Vulnerable Areas as IMD Maintains Rain Alert

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal

Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Heavy monsoon showers continued to impact normal life across Himachal Pradesh on Friday, forcing authorities to shut schools in parts of Sirmaur district while cautioning residents about the possibility of landslides, flash floods and road disruptions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has maintained a Yellow Alert for five districts, warning of heavy rainfall at isolated locations. The district administration ordered the closure of all government and private schools in the Sangrah and Pachhad subdivisions after continuous rainfall affected road connectivity and increased the risk of landslides. Officials clarified that the closure applies only to students, while teachers…

09 Jul

Delhi on High Alert as Heavy Showers Lash City; Government Says Waterlogging Largely Under Control

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Heavy rainfall across the national capital prompted the Delhi government to place all civic and infrastructure agencies on high alert, with officials claiming that the situation on major roads remains under control despite persistent showers. According to an official statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Chief Minister Rekha Gupta reviewed the rain-related situation with senior officials and instructed departments to respond swiftly to any instances of water accumulation or traffic disruption. The government said emergency teams from the Delhi Jal Board, the Public Works Department (PWD), and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) have been…

09 Jul

Monsoon Remains Aggressive in Himachal Pradesh; IMD Forecasts More Rain, Authorities Warn of Travel Disruptions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal Pradesh

Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is expected to witness another spell of widespread rainfall over the coming days as the southwest monsoon continues to remain active across the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has advised people to remain cautious, warning that persistent showers may trigger landslides, flash floods, and traffic disruptions in vulnerable regions. According to the latest forecast, moderate to heavy rain is likely in several districts through July 12, particularly in the mid and lower hill regions. Officials said the weather system could intensify at isolated locations, increasing the possibility of slope failures and overflowing seasonal streams.…

08 Jul

Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu Refutes Allegations Over Film ‘Satluj’ Removal From ZEE5

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaOTT Regulation, Political Controversy, Punjab history, Ravneet Singh Bittu, Satluj film, ZEE5

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Union Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing Industries Ravneet Singh categorically refuted recent allegations by certain political leaders attempting to link the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) or the Central Government to the removal of the film Satluj from the OTT platform ZEE5, labeling the claims as completely baseless, misleading, and devoid of facts. Addressing the media in Jalandhar, the Minister emphasized the importance of examining the issue within its proper context, noting that the events depicted in the film relate to a historical period when both the Government of Punjab and the Government of…