Union home minister Amit Shah criticized the Kerala government for its delayed response to early warnings about potential landslides. Shah highlighted that nine NDRF teams were dispatched on July 23, but questioned the state’s actions that followed. Emphasizing unity during the crisis, Shah assured central government support for Kerala, setting aside party politics.
Read MoreKelly Haston, a 53-year-old biologist, completed a year-long NASA simulation called CHAPEA Mission 1 in Texas to study the impact of isolation on health and performance for future Mars missions. The crew, cut off from the outside world, conducted simulated Marswalks and grew crops. Haston reflected that separation from loved ones was the most...
Read MoreCongress criticized PM Modi for sharing Anurag Thakur’s speech allegedly questioning Rahul Gandhi’s caste, calling it abusive and unconstitutional. Jairam Ramesh accused PM Modi of breaching Parliamentary privilege. Priyanka Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav also condemned the comments, emphasizing the demand for a socio-economic caste census. Ramesh further pointed out that despite the Chair Jagadambika...
Read MoreIsmail Haniyeh, Hamas chief, was killed in an attack on his residence in Tehran, as announced by both Hamas and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Haniyeh was in Tehran for President Masoud Pezeshkian’s swearing-in. The IRGC is investigating the incident. “The cause is under investigation and will be announced soon,” it added.
Read MoreA 16-year-old boy died after allegedly jumping from his balcony, suspected to be influenced by an online game. His parents noticed recent changes in his behavior, linked to his addiction to online games. Authorities recovered sketches and a note from his room, and investigations are ongoing. Experts urge better monitoring of children’s screen time...
Read MoreThe Howrah-Mumbai Mail was involved in an accident when its engine collided with a derailed freight train wagon. SER officials revealed that the freight train’s pilot might have dragged the derailed wagon for a kilometer unaware. Two passengers, both residents of Odisha, were killed, while the loco-pilot and assistant sustained minor injuries.
Read MoreIndian shooter Manu Bhaker made history at the Paris Olympics by winning two bronze medals in the 10m air pistol events. She expressed admiration for PV Sindhu, revealing she once made a fake profile to defend Sindhu online. Sindhu responded warmly. Bhaker remains a contender in the 25m sports pistol event.
Read MoreAnurag Thakur responded to Akhilesh Yadav by sharing an old video where Yadav inquired about a journalist’s caste. This erupted after Thakur’s remark seemingly referred to Rahul Gandhi’s caste during a Union Budget discussion, causing a heated debate. Akhilesh Yadav criticized the questioning of caste in Parliament, expressing it was inappropriate. PM Modi praised...
Read MoreGautam Gambhir’s tenure as Team India head coach began with a 3-0 T20I series victory over Sri Lanka in Pallekele. Key performances from Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, and Washington Sundar highlighted the series. Pandya praised the team’s resilience and emphasized maintaining fitness levels for the upcoming Bangladesh series. The ODI series starts Friday in...
Read MoreA five-year-old nursery student in Supaul, Bihar, brought a handgun to his school and shot a classmate, injuring the Class 3 student’s arm. Authorities are investigating how the young child obtained the firearm and managed to carry it into the school. Schools are now advised to conduct regular bag checks to prevent similar incidents.
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