India

Himachal Pradesh: Building Collapses And Disappears Into River In Kullu Due To Heavy Rain, Video

01 Aug 2024 10:43 AM IST

In a dramatic event on Thursday, a multistorey building in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, collapsed and was swept away by the swollen Parvati River. The structure, located near the riverbank, gave way suddenly, collapsing into the rushing waters and disappearing within moments. A video captured the building vanishing into the river

Uran Murder: Man Stabs Woman After She Refuses To Move To Bengaluru

01 Aug 2024 10:22 AM IST

A 20-year-old woman from Uran in Navi Mumbai was brutally murdered by a man known to her following a dispute over photographs and a request to accompany him to Bengaluru, according to police reports. The accused, Dawood Shaikh, 23, was apprehended in Gulbarga, Karnataka, on Tuesday morning. This arrest came

Himachal Pradesh Cloudburst: 1 Dead, 28 Missing, Rescue Efforts Ongoing- Watch Here

01 Aug 2024 10:19 AM IST

A cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh has caused severe flooding, leading to one death and leaving at least 28 people missing. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) is leading a major search and rescue effort. Late last night, a cloudburst struck the Samej Khad area in Rampur, Shimla district, causing sudden

Rahul Gandhi Joins Wayanad Rescue Operation As Death Toll Hits 256

01 Aug 2024 10:09 AM IST

Rescue efforts are ongoing in Wayanad, Kerala, where devastating landslides have caused widespread damage. The army, navy, and coast guard are actively searching in Attamala, Mundakkai, and Churalmala. Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, and Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra traveled from Delhi to

New FASTag Rules Effective Today: Key Changes To Know

01 Aug 2024 10:08 AM IST

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has unveiled new regulations for the electronic toll collection system, FASTag, which will be implemented from August 1, 2024. These changes aim to enhance the system’s efficiency and security, impacting millions of users nationwide. Key Dates and Requirements: October 31, 2024: FASTags issued

Wayanad Landslide : ‘Over 100 Bodies Recovered; Total Count Likely Higher’ : Major General VT Mathew

01 Aug 2024 10:06 AM IST

Major General VT Mathew, the General Officer Commanding for Karnataka and Kerala, announced on Thursday that over 100 bodies have been recovered following severe landslides in Wayanad, Kerala. More than 500 Army personnel are actively involved in the search and rescue operations. The landslides, which struck Mundakkai and Churalmala early

More Rain Expected In Delhi: Police Warns Against Using Rohtak Road

01 Aug 2024 09:46 AM IST

The Delhi Police have issued an advisory for early morning commuters to avoid key arterial Rohtak Road due to heavy waterlogging and potholes. This follows a night of light to moderate rainfall that left significant parts of the city waterlogged and disrupted traffic. Multiple weather stations recorded over 100mm of

UPI, IMPS Payment Services Disrupted For These Banks Due To Ransomware Attack

01 Aug 2024 09:33 AM IST

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced that UPI, IPMS, and other payment systems of certain banks will be temporarily unavailable to customers due to a ransomware attack on C-Edge Technologies, a service provider to several banks. In a statement, NPCI explained, “To prevent a larger impact on

Latest Petrol And Diesel Rates For August 1 Announced: Check Rates In Your City

01 Aug 2024 09:15 AM IST

Oil marketing companies (OMCs) in India continue to announce fuel prices at 6 am daily, reflecting adjustments based on global crude oil prices and foreign exchange rate fluctuations. This practice ensures that consumers remain informed about the latest fuel costs. The government-run OMCs have kept petrol and diesel prices stable

Heavy Rains Cause Chaos in Delhi, Residents Share Flooded Scenes

01 Aug 2024 08:43 AM IST

Delhi was brought to a standstill on Wednesday as heavy rainfall battered the city. The deluge, along with strong winds and lightning, led to inundated streets, submerged homes, and significant traffic snarls. Consequently, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a “red alert” later in the day, and all schools in

Delhi Schools Closed Today Due to Heavy Rain, Waterlogging, and Traffic Issues

01 Aug 2024 04:41 AM IST

Delhi Education Minister Atishi has announced that all schools in the capital will be closed on Thursday due to the severe rain and resulting waterlogging. The decision follows a heavy downpour on Wednesday evening that caused significant water accumulation and traffic disruptions throughout the city. The relentless rain has led

Red Alert Issued In Delhi After Heavy Rains Cause House Collapse

01 Aug 2024 02:05 AM IST

Heavy rains in Delhi have caused significant disruptions, including a house collapse in the Sabzi Mandi area of north Delhi, injuring one person. The Delhi Fire Services received a call at 8:57 pm about the collapse near Ghanta Ghar. Five fire tenders were dispatched, and the injured individual was rescued