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29 Apr

Major Fire Breaks Out at Warehouse on Banur-Tepla Road

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab

Gurpreet Singh :- A major fire broke out at a private company’s warehouse on the Banur-Tepla road, triggering panic in the area. Two fire brigade tenders rushed to the spot and efforts were underway to bring the blaze under control. According to initial information, the warehouse stored a large quantity of incense sticks, which caused the fire to spread rapidly. Thick smoke was seen billowing from the site as flames engulfed the premises. The affected warehouse is located within a boundary that also houses two other godowns containing detergent, liquid products and grocery items. These facilities are reportedly linked to…

29 Apr

Early Tension Marks Bengal Polls Phase 2 as Clashes and EVM Snags Surface

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingBengal

West Bengal (Rajeev Sharma): The second phase of voting in West Bengal began amid sporadic disturbances on Wednesday, with reports of clashes and technical issues emerging from multiple constituencies during the initial hours. Unrest was reported from regions including Chapra, Shantipur and Bhangar, where confrontations between political supporters allegedly led to damage of property and momentary disruption of polling. Security personnel were deployed to restore order and maintain calm in affected areas. In Howrah, some polling stations reported glitches in electronic voting machines, causing brief delays. Election authorities said replacement machines were arranged promptly to ensure the voting process continued…

29 Apr

Sudden Weather Shift Cools Delhi-NCR as Storms Replace Heatwave Conditions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A spell of rain and dust-laden winds brought much-needed respite to Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, ending days of extreme heat that had pushed temperatures to uncomfortable highs. The change began in the early hours, when strong winds and dark clouds swept across New Delhi and surrounding areas, followed by light to moderate showers. The sudden weather activity led to a drop in daytime temperatures, which are now expected to remain below earlier projections. The India Meteorological Department attributed the development to a western disturbance affecting northern parts of the country. This system has triggered thunderstorms, lightning and gusty…

29 Apr

Final Phase Voting Begins in West Bengal, Key Districts Witness Early Turnout

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, TrendingWest Bengal

Kolkata (Rajeev Sharma): The second and last phase of Assembly elections in West Bengal got underway on Wednesday, with polling taking place across 142 constituencies that are expected to play a crucial role in determining the state’s political direction. Balloting started in the morning across major regions such as Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia and the 24 Parganas, where voters were seen arriving early at polling booths. Election officials reported orderly arrangements and smooth conduct during the initial hours. This phase is being closely watched as it covers areas that have historically supported the ruling All India Trinamool Congress. The opposition…

28 Apr

Meghalaya Court Grants Bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi in Honeymoon Murder Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaMeghalaya honeymoon murder case, Raja Raghuvanshi murder, Sonam Raghuvanshi bail

Shillong (Gurpreet Singh): A court in Meghalaya on Tuesday granted bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi, the Indore woman accused of conspiring in the murder of her husband during their honeymoon in the northeastern state last year.Sonam had been arrested in connection with the killing of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, whose disappearance and death had triggered nationwide attention.The couple had gone missing during their honeymoon in Meghalaya on May 23, 2025. Days later, on June 2, Raja’s mutilated body was recovered near a waterfall in Sohra in East Khasi Hills district, leading to a murder investigation.Police had subsequently arrested Sonam along with…

28 Apr

Odisha Man Carries Sister’s Skeleton to Bank Over Withdrawal Row, Sparks Outrage

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaJeetu Munda, Keonjhar tribal man, Odisha bank controversy, Odisha Grameen Bank, rural banking crisis

Bhubaneswar (Gurpreet Singh): A day after a tribal man in Odisha’s Keonjhar district carried his deceased sister’s exhumed skeleton to a rural bank as proof of death to access her savings, the shocking episode triggered widespread outrage, with authorities promising action and the bank issuing a clarification.The incident, captured in a viral video, unfolded at the Maliposi branch of Odisha Grameen Bank when Jeetu Munda allegedly brought his sister’s remains after repeated attempts to withdraw money from her account failed.According to Jeetu Munda, he had visited the bank several times seeking access to Rs 19,300 deposited in his late sister…

28 Apr

Indian Air Force Seeks Three Ultra Heavy-Lift Helicopters on Lease for High-Altitude Operations

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaDefence Ministry, High Altitude Operations, Indian Air Force, Mi-26, Ultra Heavy Lift Helicopters

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Ministry of Defence has initiated the process to lease three specialised ultra heavy-lift helicopters for the Indian Air Force (IAF) to strengthen operational capabilities in high-altitude regions, particularly along the Himalayas.A Request for Information (RFI), marking the first stage of the procurement process, has been issued to invite responses from potential vendors.According to the requirements outlined, the IAF is looking for helicopters capable of lifting up to 20 tonnes and operating effectively in mountainous terrain at extreme altitudes. Defence sources indicate this narrows the options significantly, with Russia’s Mi-26 currently among the few platforms globally…

28 Apr

Indian Airlines Warn of Crisis as Fuel Surge Pushes Sector Towards Turbulence

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaairline losses, ATF prices, Federation of Indian Airlines, fuel price surge, India aviation crisis

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India’s aviation sector is facing mounting financial stress as soaring Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices and geopolitical tensions threaten to disrupt airline operations, prompting an urgent call for government support.In a strongly-worded communication to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA), which represents major carriers including Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet, warned that some airlines could be pushed to the brink unless immediate relief measures are introduced.The industry body said a steep rise in fuel prices, coupled with heavy taxation and rupee depreciation, has made operations increasingly difficult for carriers.According to the…

27 Apr

Mumbai-Solapur Vande Bharat Express Coach Derails Near Pune Station

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiadiamond crossing, Mumbai-Solapur Vande Bharat, Pune railway station, train derailment, Vande Bharat Express

Pune (Gurpreet Singh): A minor derailment involving the Mumbai-Solapur Vande Bharat Express occurred on Monday evening as the train was approaching Pune railway station. According to railway officials, no passengers were injured in the incident, which took place around 7:30 p.m. at a critical track intersection known as a diamond crossing. The premium AC train (No. 22225) was on its scheduled journey from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) to Solapur when a single wheel of one coach slipped off the tracks. The derailment happened at a level junction where two tracks intersect. Following the incident, passengers in the affected…

27 Apr

President Droupadi Murmu Commences Five-Day Visit to Himachal Pradesh

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaHimachal Pradesh news, President Droupadi Murmu, Shimla visit, Shiv Pratap Shukla

Shimla (Gurpreet Singh): President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Shimla on Monday, April 27, 2026, to a grand ceremonial welcome, marking the start of her five-day official tour of Himachal Pradesh. The President was received at the Kalyani Helipad in Chharabra by Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla and Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, who extended a warm greeting on behalf of the state's residents. The high-profile reception was attended by several key dignitaries, including Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania and Rural Development Minister Anirudh Singh, who has been designated as the Minister-in-Waiting for the duration of the visit. Also present were…