A final report has found that the tragic Kanchanjunga Express train accident in June, which resulted in 10 fatalities and 43 injuries, could have been prevented. The Commissioner of Railway Safety attributed the accident to multiple failures, including incorrect authorization given to the freight train, a lack of cautionary orders, and inadequate communication equipment.
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Three suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba members have been apprehended by Jammu and Kashmir Police in connection with the grenade attack on a Srinagar market earlier this month. The attack, which injured twelve civilians, was orchestrated by the suspects’ Pakistan-based handlers. Security forces have heightened security measures in the city, including night searches, to prevent future attacks.
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Over 22 individuals tragically lost their lives due to drowning during Chhath festivities in Bihar, India, with Rohtas district reporting the highest number of incidents. The drownings occurred in various rivers and ponds, highlighting the dangers associated with the religious observance.
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The Supreme Court ruled that government-run PSUs cannot unilaterally appoint sole arbitrators or use curated panels for disputes with contractors. This decision, based on the principle of equal treatment, deems such clauses unconstitutional and emphasizes fairness in arbitration proceedings.
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The NSCN (IM) has threatened to end its 27-year ceasefire with the Indian government if their demand for a separate flag and constitution is not met. The group proposed third-party mediation to resolve the impasse in the peace talks, warning of a return to violence if their demand is not addressed.
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India experienced extreme weather events for 93% of the first nine months in 2024, leading to 3,238 deaths and widespread damage to homes and crops. The Centre for Science and Environment reported an increase in these events compared to the previous year, highlighting the escalating impact of climate change.
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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju warned that the BJP government will take a strong stance against any attempts by Opposition parties to disrupt Parliament proceedings in the future. He emphasized that the government is determined to ensure productive discussions and prevent Parliament from becoming a stage for Opposition disruptions, stating that important bills will be...
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Jaswant Singh Gill, a murder convict on parole, was shot dead in Gwalior, India. CCTV footage shows two assailants on a motorcycle approaching Gill and shooting him at close range. Police suspect a contract killing, potentially linked to Gill’s past crime or connections to Canada where the victim’s family resides.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that nuns and priests employed in government-aided missionary schools are subject to income tax deductions, even if they have taken vows of poverty. The court stated that salaries, even if transferred to religious congregations, are considered income and are therefore taxable.
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