With Operation Brahma by India in full swing aimed towards providing rescue and relief to Myanmar, which was struck by a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake, locals have hailed India's aid and support in this time of distress.
"The atmosphere is like Diwali or Holi. This was the demand of the villagers for a long time and long ago, we had made a proposal to former minister (Yatishwaranand) Swami too," said a villager, Devendra Singh Negi, to ANI.
The 117th anniversary of the Ooty Lovedale Hill Railway Station was celebrated with great enthusiasm in Ooty on Sunday. The historic railway station, built in 1907, was adorned with decorations, including a cake, while the Toda tribal people performed traditional dances. Tourists joined in t
Spread over 15 acres, called 'Ohdar Bandh' by locals, the reservoir provides ease of irrigation, small scale businesses like fish farming and running temporary kilns, making local dwellers' lives relatively comfortable.
Two 17-year-olds, a boy and a girl were found hanging on a tree branch in the Hauz Khas area under the SJ Enclave Police Station on Sunday, Delhi police officials said.
The cause of the blast is not yet known, with forensic teams investigating the site. While locals suspect a domestic gas cylinder explosion, police have ruled out this possibility, saying that the blast occurred in the bedroom.
The serene ambience, coupled with cultural landmarks like the Hazrat Makhdoom Sahib shrine and Gurdwara Chatti Padshahi in the vicinity, makes it a favoured destination for both tourists and locals.
People drenched in colour and celebrating the festival with Gulal and dancing, were seen clearing the path for the ambulance going through their procession route.
The event, held in collaboration with local residents, aimed to promote green cover and raise awareness about the importance of preserving the environment.
Enforced disappearances in Balochistan have become a frequent issue, with both forced abductions and extrajudicial killings increasing this year, further escalating fear among locals. Human rights organizations continue to demand an end to such practices, calling on Pakistani authorities to
The once-reliable wooden bridge, which serves as a vital passage for pedestrians, has deteriorated to the point where it poses a real danger to those who must cross it daily.