A massive fire at a bed-and-breakfast hotel in Delhi's Malviya Nagar killed 21 people, with residents alleging a delayed response from fire tenders, which the Delhi Fire Service denies. Police personnel were also injured during rescue efforts.
A minor fire occurred on the terrace of North Block in New Delhi on Monday, which was quickly extinguished by authorities. No casualties were reported, and internal dismantling work is suspected to be the cause.
The Centre has announced the awarding of 1057 Gallantry and Service Medals to personnel from Police, Fire Service, Home Guard & Civil Defence, and Correctional Services on Independence Day, recognising their exceptional bravery and distinguished service.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has initiated an investigation into the role of temporary home guards following a stampede at a Kolkata Durga Puja pandal that killed 19 people. Adhikari criticised the previous administration and highlighted issues with crowd management and the conduct of home guards during the incident. The probe will also include puja organisers and licensing authorities, while a Special Investigation Team (SIT) will be formed. Seven people, including organisers, have been arrested.
A video showing a senior woman IPS officer, Ankita Sharma, firing an AK-47 during a traditional Shastra Puja on Dussehra in Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh, has gone viral. The incident has ignited a debate over weapon handling protocols and safety, with some defending her actions as tradition while others, including military experts, criticised the perceived recklessness.
Assam Police has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate a fatal shooting at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati. Five people, including four members of a family, were killed and one injured on Monday night following a dispute between the hotel owners and its leaseholder, Ghanakanta Gogoi, who has been arrested. The incident stemmed from disagreements over a lease agreement and property management.
Five people were shot dead at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati on Monday night following a dispute between the hotel owner and its leaseholder. The accused, Ghanakanta Gogoi, was apprehended, and a .32-bore licensed pistol was seized. The incident, stemming from a property dispute, has led to concerns about law and order.
Assam Police have formed a six-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe a firing incident at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati that claimed five lives on Monday night. The incident stemmed from a dispute between the hotel owners and leaseholder Ghanakanta Gogoi, who has been arrested. Four members of a family and a staffer were killed, while another person was injured. The bereaved family alleges the attack was planned.
Three infants tragically died after a fire erupted in the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of the state-run RIMS hospital in Adilabad, Telangana. A preliminary inquiry suggests a short circuit in the air-conditioning unit caused the blaze, leading to thick smoke. State Health Minister C Damodar Rajanarasimha has ordered a comprehensive inquiry into the incident, promising strict action against any negligence.
A fire broke out at ONGC's NQG oil platform off the Mumbai coast on Monday morning due to a ruptured gas cooler finger. The fire was brought under control by personnel from a nearby platform, with no injuries reported. Despite the incident, a company official confirmed that operations have not been impacted, preventing potential significant revenue losses from the crucial Mumbai High field.
A fire in a relay room at Kanjurmarg and a foreign wire on the overhead equipment between Mulund and Thane caused significant disruptions to Mumbai's Central Railway suburban services on Monday morning. Commuters faced long delays, with trains stalled for over an hour, leading to overcrowding and passengers walking on tracks. Alternative arrangements were implemented to manage train movements, and services were eventually restored.
Cyclone Arnab has triggered heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across southern Odisha, leading to the evacuation of over 30,000 people and a high alert in several districts. The cyclone, which weakened after making landfall in Andhra Pradesh, has disrupted train services and prompted extensive disaster preparedness measures.
A man accused of rape and murder was killed in an alleged gunfight with police in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district on Tuesday. The incident occurred during a crime scene reconstruction when the accused reportedly snatched an officer's revolver and opened fire, leading to retaliatory firing. This marks the second such incident in the state in three months.
A high-level committee, formed after a deadly stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata, reviewed safety arrangements at several community puja pandals. The committee announced new measures, including prohibiting food stalls near entry/exit points and eliminating separate VIP entries, to enhance crowd management and safety during the festival.
NITI Aayog has called for a fundamental overhaul of urban governance in India, advocating for empowered city governments, directly elected mayors with five-year terms, and greater financial autonomy for urban local bodies to manage the country's rapidly growing urban population.
Five people died following a firing incident at a hotel in the Ulubari area of Guwahati in the late hours of Monday, with police launching an investigation into the incident, officials said.
A bus caught fire in Mahipalpur, southwest Delhi, prompting a response from fire services. No casualties or injuries have been reported.
The West Bengal Fire Department has ordered the evacuation of the basement and two floors of a high-rise building in central Kolkata, which houses TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's office, due to a lack of fire safety measures. The order follows the expiry of the building's fire safety certificate and non-compliance with mandatory regulations, posing a threat to life and property.
Five people, including four members of a business family, were killed in a shooting at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati following a dispute between the property owners and the leaseholder. The last rites for the victims were performed in their native places in Barpeta and Baksa districts. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the incident, and the accused leaseholder has been arrested.
Two men accused in separate murder and rape-murder cases were killed in alleged gunfights with law enforcers in West Bengal on Tuesday. Both incidents occurred during crime-scene reconstruction after the accused purportedly snatched firearms from officers and opened fire. The cases involved the rape and murder of a 17-year-old schoolgirl and the killing of a BJP worker, both of which had triggered public outrage.
Andhra Pradesh is on high alert as very severe cyclonic storm Arnab is set to make landfall on its coast, with extensive evacuations, deployment of medical teams, and stocking of essential supplies underway to minimise damage and ensure public safety.
Delhi has seen a significant increase in fire-related fatalities this year, with 45 deaths reported between January and May 27, according to Delhi Fire Services data. The summer months have seen a sharp rise in fire emergencies, with garbage and rubbish fires accounting for a significant share of incidents.
Google Cloud services in major Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai, are experiencing network disruptions and elevated latency following a fire at a third-party data centre facility in the national capital, which necessitated an emergency power shutdown.
Seven people have been killed, while 34 were left injured in an attack in Jordan's Karak, where gunmen opened fire during a funeral at a church. The assault happened on a Greek Orthodox Church in the village of Hamoud.
Two separate fire incidents occurred in Noida on Friday morning, one in a 12th-floor flat of a high-rise residential society in Sector 75, leading to a full evacuation, and another in a building in Sector 52. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken cognisance of the incidents, directing immediate relief and rescue operations. No casualties or injuries have been reported in either incident, and the causes are under investigation.
Police recovered the suspected weapon, a licensed .32-calibre pistol, and launched a detailed investigation into the circumstances leading to the shooting.
A devastating fire at a Kolkata hotel claimed nine lives, including a child and two women, in the early hours of Wednesday. Survivors recounted a terrifying experience, highlighting the absence of fire alarms and safety equipment, and the difficulty of escape due to dense smoke and a single exit. This incident follows another fatal hotel fire in Birbhum.
Heavy police and drone teams have been deployed in Haldwani's Banbhoolpura area ahead of an anticipated Supreme Court verdict concerning alleged encroachment on 29 hectares of Railway land. The deployment is a precautionary measure given past unrest during demolition drives, with authorities appealing for peace and warning against rumour-mongering.
Four Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel, including an assistant commandant, were killed in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district after a colleague allegedly opened fire following an argument. The accused has been arrested and an investigation is underway.
Very heavy rains in Nilgiris district on Saturday caused multiple mudslides, leading to the death of a bus driver whose vehicle was buried. Over 100 students from Kerala narrowly escaped a similar fate. The incident disrupted traffic and prompted authorities to close tourist spots and advise against travel.
'It is possible that the attackers might have been ordered not to kill.'
A fire at the underground T2 Airport Metro Station in Mumbai caused a brief disruption to metro services and the evacuation of passengers. No injuries were reported, and normal operations have resumed.
The advisory, issued on Wednesday, urges Indian nationals to avoid large gatherings and crowded places where protests are occurring and to follow local authorities' instructions.
A devastating fire in a five-storey building housing multiple hotels in central Kolkata resulted in the deaths of at least nine people, including a child, and injured six others. Firefighters rescued 80 individuals, but dense smoke hampered operations. Authorities suspect a short circuit and allege significant safety and construction norm violations by the building management. The owner is currently absconding, and police have initiated legal proceedings and raids.
Fire-related emergencies in Delhi surged by 73% in April compared to March, with 32 deaths reported in fire accidents between January and April, according to official data from the Delhi Fire Services.
A significant fire broke out in the basement of the seven-storey Income Tax Office building at Churchgate, South Mumbai, on Monday afternoon, leading to the evacuation of numerous individuals, with no casualties reported so far.
Dramatic CCTV footage has emerged showing the moment a five-storey building in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed, killing seven people and injuring 11, as rescue operations continue.
Two tribal rights activists, Dr Randall Sequeira and Laxman Naik, have been arrested in Odisha's Rayagada district in connection with a six-month-old clash during an anti-mining protest. While police claim the activists instigated tribals to attack security personnel, a civil society group has condemned the arrests, alleging they are an attempt to suppress protests for tribal rights over natural resources. The activists face serious charges including attempt to murder and rioting.
The incident, which occurred early Monday morning, was reportedly caused by a sparking ventilator.
Massive nationwide protests in France over the rising cost of living and underfunded public services turned violent, with nearly 1,000 people arrested and key urban centres hit by tear gas and clashes.
