The 16th batch of 7,908 devotees departed from Jammu early in the morning today and crossed Udhampur district amid tight security arrangements. The authorities facilitated unhindered movement with increased vigilance to ensure that the pilgrims remain safe.
Dror, Nina Kutina's husband, was not allowed by the authorities to meet his family, which left him disappointed. The officials instructed Dror to obtain prior permission from high officials if he wanted to his wife and children.
Over 60 people have died in Punjab, Pakistan, as heavy monsoon rains triggered severe flooding. A state of emergency has been declared in several districts, with rescue operations underway and authorities urging residents to stay alert and follow safety measures.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, has taken suo motu cognisance of an incident reported from Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, where a passenger train collided with a school van at an unmanned level crossing, leading to the death of three children and injuring several other
Following the death of a woman student from Fakir Mohan Autonomous College in Balasore who had attempted self-immolation, All India Mahila Congress President Alka Lamba said the student took the extreme step because she was denied justice despite repeatedly writing to authorities.
The Conclave was inaugurated by Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal and saw participation of delegations of the BIMSTEC member States, comprising officials, maritime experts, port authorities, private sector leaders, and regional development partners, the MEA note
The Delhi High court on Wednesday issued notice to Delhi Fire service and other authorities in a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a court-monitored probe in the Karol Bagh fire incident in Vishal Mega Mart.
Heavy monsoon rains in Punjab killed six and injured dozens, with roof collapses and lightning strikes reported. Several districts were submerged, and more rain is expected until July 17. Authorities have issued alerts and warned of rising water levels in rivers, Dawn reported.
The execution of 37-year-old nurse from Kerala, Nimisha Priya, which was scheduled for July 16 in Yemen, has been postponed, following "concerted efforts" by the Government of India, sources told ANI on Tuesday, citing local authorities.