In Chhattisgarh, a major incident unfolded as Naxalites detonated an IED in Sukma district. ASP Akash Rao Giripunje was killed in the blast, and several other police personnel sustained injuries. The incident occurred near the village of Dondra. The injured officers were immediately taken to the hospital in Konta. The blast took place during a patrol conducted in light of a bandh called by the Naxalites. ASP Giripunje succumbed to his injuries during treatment. The incident has led to increased search operations in the area. Chhattisgarh’s Deputy CM, Vijay Shamra, expressed deep sorrow, calling Giripunje a brave officer and a…
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In response to a recent incident in Mumbai where four commuters tragically lost their lives after falling from overcrowded trains, Indian Railways has announced a redesign of its non-AC train fleet. The revamped trains will feature automatically closing doors and improved ventilation systems. The initiative follows a fatal accident near Mumbra railway station in Maharashtra, where overcrowded local trains led to the deaths and injuries of passengers. The new design aims to address safety concerns and prevent similar incidents. The Railway Board stated that the new trains will incorporate louvres on the doors and roof-mounted ventilation units to enhance air…
The highly-anticipated crossover film ‘Tiger vs. Pathaan,’ featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, might be undergoing a creative reevaluation. While earlier reports suggested the project was stalled, sources indicate that Yash Raj Films (YRF) is reworking the film’s narrative approach. Aditya Chopra, the head of YRF, is reportedly reevaluating the studio’s spy universe to prevent narrative repetition. The goal is to infuse fresh storytelling and innovative presentation into projects like ‘Tiger vs. Pathaan,’ rather than completely canceling them. The YRF Spy Universe includes films like ‘Ek Tha Tiger,’ ‘Tiger Zinda Hai,’ ‘War,’ and ‘Pathaan,’ which introduced Shah Rukh Khan’s…
The anticipated launch of the OnePlus Open 2, the next generation of foldable smartphones, is now expected in the second half of 2025, according to recent reports. This delay is likely to disappoint some, considering the original OnePlus Open debuted in October 2023. Reports from tipsters, including Sanju Choudhary, suggest this shift in the release timeline. Originally, the launch was anticipated in the first quarter of 2025. While the exact pricing details remain unconfirmed, the device is expected to feature significant upgrades. Rumored specifications for the OnePlus Open 2 include the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC processor, a 2K+ resolution…
Former Indian cricketer Saba Karim provided insights on the upcoming IPL Qualifier 2 match, the performance of Virat Kohli, and India’s tour of England. Karim believes Mumbai Indians (MI) have the momentum heading into their match against Punjab Kings (PBKS) and are likely to win. He also expressed hopes for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to win the IPL, especially given Virat Kohli’s outstanding performance. Karim highlighted Kohli’s impressive form, scoring 614 runs in 14 matches with an average of 55.81. Additionally, Karim discussed India’s upcoming tour of England, emphasizing the opportunity for the young squad under new captain Shubman Gill…
A 19-year-old from Arizona, Renna O’Rourke, has died after participating in the ‘dusting’ challenge, a dangerous trend circulating on social media. Her father reported that her boyfriend had obtained an aerosol keyboard cleaner, which she inhaled, leading to cardiac arrest. Despite being kept in the ICU for several days, doctors declared her brain dead. ‘Dusting,’ also known as ‘huffing’ or ‘chroming,’ involves inhaling household cleaners to achieve a temporary high, but this can cause severe health issues, including heart failure, according to medical experts. Renna’s family is now actively raising awareness about the risks associated with this trend.
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav narrowly avoided injury in a car accident on Saturday morning. A speeding truck collided with two vehicles in his convoy near Goraul, Vaishali district, while he was returning to Patna after a political event in Madhepura. The convoy had stopped for a tea break on the Patna-Muzaffarpur highway around 12:30 AM when the incident occurred. Yadav, who was a short distance away, was unharmed. However, three security officials sustained injuries and were immediately taken to a nearby hospital. Yadav visited the injured officials and inquired about their…
In Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, a disturbing incident unfolded as traffic police personnel were brutally attacked by auto drivers. The assault took place in broad daylight at the Kathal Mor area under the Nagri police station jurisdiction. Video footage of the incident, captured by onlookers, has gone viral on social media, depicting the violent clash. According to reports, the auto drivers used stones to attack the traffic police officers, with one officer, identified as Rohit Ganjhu, sustaining serious head injuries. He has been admitted to RIMS Hospital in Ranchi for treatment. Authorities are actively searching for the auto drivers…
Research at the Indira Gandhi Agricultural University in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, has revealed that a specific variety of rice, known as Sanjeevani, could potentially be used to combat cancer. This rice, originating from a disappearing variety in Bastar, has shown promising results in laboratory tests. The research, conducted in collaboration with the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, has indicated that consuming Sanjeevani rice can eliminate cancer cells. The rice contains 213 biochemicals, including seven compounds known for their anti-cancer properties. Human trials are slated to begin in January at the Tata Memorial Cancer Hospital. The rice is believed to activate Nrf2, an…
In response to a recent tragedy in Mumbai where four commuters died after falling from overcrowded local trains, Indian Railways has announced plans to redesign its non-AC trains. The redesign will include the installation of automatically closing doors and improved ventilation systems. According to the Railway Board, the new trains are expected to be ready by November 2025 and put into service by January 2026, following necessary testing and certification. The changes aim to address the issue of overcrowding and improve passenger safety.