Following heavy rainfall and landslides on Tuesday afternoon, which resulted in the tragic loss of life, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary has placed blame on the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board for the disaster at Katra. He questioned why the pilgrimage was allowed to continue despite the adverse weather conditions, demanding accountability from the CEO of the Shrine Board and the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir. Choudhary described the incident as a major catastrophe, calling for significant financial aid from the Prime Minister and Home Minister. He directly held the Shrine Board responsible for the incident,…
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A barrage of Russian missiles and drones targeted Kyiv on Thursday, resulting in the deaths of at least eight people, including a child. The attacks also left 22 individuals injured, and some residents were trapped beneath the rubble of a collapsed building. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly condemned the latest Russian missile strike on Kyiv, highlighting the tragic loss of life. In a post on X, he described the scene of first responders clearing the debris and the devastating impact on residential areas. Zelenskyy expressed his condolences to the families affected. He urged the international community to take a firmer stance…
Indian pace bowler Mohammed Shami has responded to speculation regarding his retirement from international cricket, expressing his intentions to continue playing as long as he enjoys the game. Recently, he was not selected for the five-match Test series against England, and was also excluded from the Asia Cup 2025 squad. Shami, currently participating in the Duleep Trophy representing the East zone, made it clear that he will retire when he becomes bored with the sport. He currently feels motivated to keep playing. “If someone has a problem, tell me, if it is like their lives become better if I take…
TVS is expanding its electric scooter lineup with the introduction of the Orbiter EV, a new model positioned below the iQube. The official debut of the Orbiter is scheduled for August 28, as confirmed by TVS. This new scooter is designed with a fresh approach and aims for a more accessible target audience, differentiating it from the iQube. Details about the Orbiter’s specifications and features have been kept secret until now, but reports suggest a straightforward, cost-effective electric scooter powered by a hub-mounted motor. The Orbiter is expected to serve as the entry-level model in TVS’s EV portfolio. TVS has…
Continuous heavy rainfall over the past 48 hours has caused widespread devastation in the Bastar division. Roads are flooded, bridges have collapsed, and rivers are overflowing. Numerous villages have been completely submerged. With bridges and roads destroyed, contact with the district headquarters has been severed, prompting a state of high alert among local authorities. In response to the severity of the situation, the army has been deployed for rescue operations. Helicopters from the Indian Air Force are conducting constant flights, delivering relief supplies and evacuating stranded individuals to safer locations. The Chief Minister, currently on a foreign trip, has expressed…
Heavy rainfall continues to cause significant disruption across several states, leading to severe waterlogging and traffic problems. Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Assam, and Mizoram experienced torrential downpours on Wednesday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has advised residents to stay informed about weather conditions, issuing warnings for persistent showers in numerous states until August 30th. Isolated instances of heavy rainfall are anticipated in Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Vidarbha, Madhya Pradesh, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and Sikkim through August 30th. Bihar and Jharkhand are also expected to face heavy monsoon rains on August 29th and 30th. Landslides and flash floods…
China sought assistance from India to combat the trade policies of former US President Donald Trump. President Xi Jinping penned a secret letter to Indian President Droupadi Murmu in March 2025, the contents of which have now been revealed. Bloomberg disclosed details of the letter five months later. The letter outlined Jinping’s strategy to fight against the US in the trade war, urging India to join forces. According to Bloomberg, Jinping’s secret letter to President Murmu in March 2025 detailed a comprehensive plan on how to address Trump’s tariffs. Jinping also expressed the desire to improve relations between the two…
Bajaj Auto has announced the resumption of production for the Bajaj Chetak electric scooter after facing disruptions caused by a shortage of rare-earth magnets imported from China. This move comes just before the festive season, ensuring timely scooter availability for buyers and sufficient stock for dealers. Production of the Bajaj Chetak in July 2025 had decreased by approximately 47 percent year-over-year, reaching 10,824 units due to the magnet shortage. At the time, Bajaj officials warned that production could halt in August if the supply situation did not improve. Now, with the supply restored, the company states it has enough stock…
A devastating incident near Darbha on NH 30 in the Kanger Ghati National Park area of Jagdalpur resulted in the deaths of four family members. The deceased included a husband, wife, and their two children. The accident occurred when the family’s Swift Dzire car was swept away by floodwaters. The family, hailing from Tamil Nadu, was visiting Bastar. The driver of the car managed to survive by swimming to safety, but the four family members were trapped in the strong current. Additional SP Maheshwar Nag confirmed the incident. After a strenuous late-night effort, the SDRF team recovered the bodies from…
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