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17 Aug

Uttarakhand Weather Update: Heavy Rain Disrupts Traffic, Orange Alert Sounds for Two Districts

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Dehradun (Rajeev Sharma): Persistent monsoon showers continued to create difficulties across Uttarakhand, with several areas witnessing water accumulation, swollen water bodies and landslides. The continuing spell of rain has affected movement on mountain roads and disrupted normal activities in parts of the state. The India Meteorological Department has issued an Orange Alert for Dehradun and Tehri, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated locations. Thunderstorms and lightning are also likely during intense spells, prompting authorities and residents to remain cautious. Other districts have been placed under a Yellow Alert, with the weather office predicting isolated heavy showers accompanied by…

17 Aug

Tarapith Fire Tragedy: Four Killed in Hotel Blaze as Sawan Monday Draws Devotees

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Birbhum (Rajeev Sharma): A pre-dawn fire at a hotel in West Bengal's Birbhum district claimed four lives on Monday, with devotees who had travelled to Tarapith for Sawan Monday reportedly among those staying at the premises. The fire broke out at around 4 am, catching hotel occupants off guard while many of them were asleep. The incident occurred amid a heavy influx of devotees in Tarapith for the religious observance. Following an alert, fire brigade personnel reached the location and launched an operation to bring the situation under control. Rescue teams also began searching the hotel for people who could…

17 Aug

Jharkhand Student Protest Intensifies as JPSC-JSSC Aspirants Demand Government Action

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Ranchi (Rajeev Sharma): The standoff between student protesters and the Jharkhand government continues as the agitation by JPSC-JSSC aspirants entered its 24th day on Monday, with several students still maintaining an indefinite hunger strike at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium. Among those observing the fast is student protester Prem Nayak. Four protesters are currently on hunger strike as the aspirants press the state government to address their pending demands. The latest development comes ahead of another round of discussions between representatives of the protesting students and the state government. The meeting is scheduled to take place on Monday, with the students…

17 Aug

Vande Mataram Row: Delhi Police Examines Complaint Over Alleged Disturbance at AICC Event

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A complaint concerning an alleged disturbance during the rendition of ‘Vande Mataram’ at the Congress Independence Day programme is currently being looked into by the Delhi Police. The incident is said to have occurred during the August 15 celebrations organised at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in the national capital. Advocate Shubh Sharma approached the IP Estate Police Station with a complaint naming Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. The complaint alleges that the singing of the national song was deliberately interrupted or disturbed during the function. The complainant has requested police action…

17 Aug

Ashokdham Temple Tragedy: Six Dead After Crowd Surge in Lakhisarai, Several Injured

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Lakhisarai (Rajeev Sharma): A major crowd-related incident at Ashokdham Temple in Bihar’s Lakhisarai claimed six lives and left several people injured on Monday morning, officials said. The incident took place as a large number of devotees gathered at the temple. According to district authorities, the crowd increased sharply during the early morning hours, creating pressure around the area where barricades had been installed to regulate the movement of devotees. Barricade Gives Way Amid Heavy Crowd Lakhisarai District Magistrate Shailendra Kumar said the administration had anticipated a substantial turnout and had made arrangements accordingly. However, the gathering became unusually large. The…

17 Aug

Nag Panchami and Sawan Somwar Bring Devotees to Shiva Temples Across the Country

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Shiva temples in different parts of India saw a surge in devotional activity as worshippers marked Nag Panchami along with the third Monday of Sawan. Devotees reached temples from the early hours to participate in prayers and seek blessings. The combination of the two auspicious occasions added to the religious fervour, with special worship ceremonies being held at several temples. Early Morning Prayers and Abhishek Devotees offered prayers to Lord Shiva and the Nag Devta, with traditional rituals including jal abhishek, milk offerings, flowers and bel leaves being performed at temples. Many worshippers also observed a…

17 Aug

Lakshmi Mittal’s Steel Plant in Ukraine Hit in Russian Strike; Two Dead, 14 Injured

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Kryvyi Rih (Rajeev Sharma): A Russian missile attack has struck the ArcelorMittal steel and mining complex in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, leaving two people dead and 14 workers injured. The industrial facility, associated with Indian-origin billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, was forced to partially scale back operations after key infrastructure was damaged. The attack adds to a growing series of strikes on industrial and strategic sites as Russia and Ukraine intensify their long-range aerial campaign. Operations disrupted after strike ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih, one of Ukraine’s biggest steelmaking facilities, confirmed that one of its sites had been damaged. Energy installations and equipment supporting blast-furnace…

17 Aug

Himachal Pradesh Weather: Rain to Remain Active, Mandi and Kangra Face Risk of Heavy Showers

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is likely to remain under the influence of an active monsoon system, with rainfall expected across much of the state. While most areas may receive light to moderate showers, isolated pockets could witness heavy to very heavy rain, particularly in parts of Mandi, Chamba and Kangra. The continuing wet spell has raised concerns over landslides and road blockages in vulnerable hill areas. Residents and tourists have been advised to exercise caution, especially during periods of intense rainfall. Mandi, Chamba and Kangra likely to receive heavier rain The Meteorological Department has indicated that rainfall activity could…

16 Aug

BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra Apologises to Law Students Following NALSAR Enrolment Row

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Bar Council of India Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra has issued a formal apology to law students across the country following severe backlash over a directive that briefly barred the 2026 graduating class of the NALSAR University of Law from enrolling as advocates. In a public statement issued on Independence Day, the regulatory chief expressed regret over the distress caused by the council’s recent communications and affirmed that the legitimate concerns of the student fraternity must be acknowledged with sensitivity. The dispute originated after a section of students at NALSAR University of Law in Hyderabad formally objected…

16 Aug

Sukhbir Badal Discharged from Medanta Hospital; Harsimrat Demands NIA Inquiry into Nanded Attack

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president and former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal has been discharged from Medanta Hospital in Gurugram following medical treatment for severe injuries sustained during an attack in Nanded, Maharashtra. The political leader had been admitted to the facility on August 14, a day after he was targeted by an assailant while visiting Gurdwara Mata Sahib. Following his release from the hospital, his wife and Bathinda Member of Parliament Harsimrat Kaur Badal shared images documenting extensive surgical stitches across his arms. She stated that the SAD chief received more than 150 stitches…