Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Uttarakhand Police Seize and Destroy 150 Boxes of Chinese ‘Manjha’; 11 FIRs Lodged

In a decisive crackdown on the sale of the banned Chinese ‘manjha,’ the Uttarakhand police have registered 11 FIRs against shopkeepers found selling the hazardous kite string. This comes in the wake of a tragic incident on January 1, where a biker in Haridwar lost his life after the synthetic thread entangled around his neck while returning home from work.

Rescue Efforts Hindered as Water Levels Rise Again in Flooded Assam Coal Mine

Efforts to rescue five miners still trapped in a flooded coal mine in Assam's Dima Hasao district have faced setbacks, as water levels in the quarry rose again despite ongoing dewatering operations. The mine, located in the 3 Kilo area, flooded on January 6, trapping at least nine miners.

Denied Bail, Former IAS Trainee Puja Khedkar Moves Supreme Court

Former IAS trainee Puja Khedkar, accused of forgery and cheating to clear the civil services examination, has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Delhi High Court’s decision to deny her anticipatory bail. The High Court had earlier labeled the allegations against her as a "classic example of fraud" that undermines not only the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) but also the nation.

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Hailstorm Havoc: Over 100 Injured as Tennis Ball-Sized Hail Pounds Italy’s Veneto Region

A sudden and severe hailstorm in Italy's northern Veneto region left more than 100 people injured as large hailstones, some as big as tennis balls, wreaked havoc on towns and villages. The storm caught local authorities by surprise, causing significant property damage and injuries. Meanwhile, other parts of Europe grappled with a heatwave and wildfires, emphasizing the growing concerns about the unrelenting impact of climate change.

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