Dumri MLA Jairam Mahato, who also heads the Jharkhand Lok Kranti Manch (JLKM), was involved in a road accident on the Dhanbad-Purulia road. While the escort vehicle accompanying the MLA was involved in the accident, the MLA’s vehicle was not damaged. The escort vehicle reportedly overturned. The driver of the MLA’s vehicle took immediate action, applying brakes to prevent a collision. The MLA was returning from a program when the accident took place.
The Forest Department has issued a high alert in 13 villages within a district of Chhattisgarh due to the renewed threat posed by elephants. Villagers have been advised to stay indoors. The alert follows the sighting of elephants in the region’s forests, causing considerable concern among locals, particularly farmers who are actively engaged in agricultural work during the monsoon season. According to forest officials, a herd of elephants has been roaming the forests of Forest Development Corporation compartments 155, 156, 126, and 127 for the past three days. The Forest Department is actively monitoring the elephants’ activities. The villages under…
Indian Railways is implementing comprehensive reforms to revolutionize its ticketing system, focusing on passenger convenience. The Railway Ministry is introducing several initiatives to enhance the entire journey experience. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav has reviewed these changes, which are designed to make the system smarter, more transparent, and more efficient. A key improvement involves revising the timing of reservation chart preparation. The Railway Board has proposed preparing reservation charts eight hours before departure, a shift from the current four-hour window. For trains leaving before 2 PM, charts will be prepared the previous night. This change aims to provide more timely information…
The prominent Iranian Shia cleric Grand Ayatollah Nasir Makarim Shirazi has issued a fatwa, a religious decree, condemning former US President Donald Trump and former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, labeling them as ‘enemies of God.’ The decree calls for the Muslim community to take decisive action. This was followed by a similar decree from Grand Ayatollah Noori Hamdani, who declared anyone threatening Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei an enemy of God, reflecting the tensions surrounding the supreme leader. The Supreme Leader, who is residing in a safe bunker with his family, issued a warning to the US and…
An encounter between the Noida STF and Baghpat Police in Baghpat’s Kotwali area led to the death of a dacoit. The incident occurred during a joint operation targeting a truck robbery gang. The wanted criminal was injured in the gunfire and later died while receiving treatment at a hospital. The deceased was identified as Sandeep, son of Satveer, residing in Bhaini Maharajganj, Mahem, Rohtak. He was wanted in a truck robbery case in Kanpur’s Panki police station area involving the theft of nickel plates valued at approximately four crore rupees. Authorities had announced a reward of one lakh rupees for…
As the first heatwave of the summer descends upon Europe, authorities are on high alert due to soaring temperatures. Spain is bracing for temperatures up to 42C, leading to health warnings and calls for caution. Portugal is also anticipating extreme heat, raising concerns about forest fires. Cities such as Marseille in France are taking measures to help residents cope with the heat. Meanwhile, Italy has issued red alerts in numerous cities, and Greece is grappling with wildfires amidst the scorching temperatures. Germany is preparing for its hottest day of the year, with the potential to break existing temperature records. These…
The Odisha government is responding to the stampede at the Puri Rath Yatra with promises of a detailed investigation and support for those affected. Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan described the incident as ‘very unfortunate’ and stated that the government would take action after the investigation’s completion. The stampede resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. A high-level administrative inquiry has been ordered, along with personnel changes within the local administration. The Chief Minister has offered financial assistance to the families of the deceased and assured steps to prevent similar incidents in the future. The annual Rath Yatra festival, a significant cultural…
As per official announcements, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will be in the US from June 30 to July 2 for the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (QFMM) and to inaugurate an exhibition on terrorism at the UN Headquarters. The QFMM will focus on the Indo-Pacific region and global developments, along with the progress of various Quad initiatives. The exhibition, “The Human Cost of Terrorism,” will illustrate the worldwide impact of terrorism and the actions taken by the international community to combat it. This trip underscores India’s commitment to the Quad partnership, which includes Australia, Japan, and the United States.
The Congress party has taken a significant step in its preparations for the Bihar Assembly elections by appointing 58 observers. Under the direction of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, the appointments include key leaders such as Wing Commander Anuma Acharya (Retired), Ali Mehdi, Ashok Chandna, Manoj Yadav, Nadeem Javed, Shoaib Khan, Akhilesh Yadav, and Virendra Yadav. This initiative underscores the party’s determination to mount a strong challenge in the upcoming elections. In the previous Assembly elections, the RJD, the leading party in the ‘Mahagathbandhan,’ contested 144 seats, winning 75. The Bihar Assembly has a total of 243 seats. In the last…
A health crisis unfolded in Lavapur Narayan village of Mahnar, Hajipur district, Bihar, where around 20 people were hospitalized after eating jackfruit. The affected individuals were first admitted to private hospitals and Mahnar Hospital, before being transferred to Hajipur Sadar Hospital for further medical attention. Families of the affected reported that ripe jackfruit was distributed on Friday. Symptoms, including stomach pain, vomiting, and fever, developed shortly after consumption. The illness spread, affecting about 20 people who were then admitted to various medical facilities. Dr. A.K. Yadav of Sadar Hospital stated that 14 patients are currently admitted and receiving treatment, indicating…
