News for 'fire safety'

'This tragedy shows total disregard for safety'

'This tragedy shows total disregard for safety'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2016

'Fireworks are dangerous in Kerala where there is very little open space.'

Massive fire at rubber godown in South Delhi

Massive fire at rubber godown in South Delhi

Rediff.com29 May 2018

The fire started from a truck parked near Sant Nirankari School in Malviya Nagar.

Check out this green fire extinguisher!

Check out this green fire extinguisher!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2010

Darvesh Fire and Safety Industries, a division of Darvesh Group has launched an ultra portable flame inhibitor - FireKiller.

Football: Newcastle stun Leicester to ensure safety

Football: Newcastle stun Leicester to ensure safety

Rediff.com8 May 2021

Leicester pushed forward after the interval but were caught out on the break in the 64th minute when Ritchie's pass released Wilson who coolly rounded Schmeichel before sliding home.

Bill that makes firing staff easier passed in parliament

Bill that makes firing staff easier passed in parliament

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

Labour Minister Santosh Gangwar said, the purpose of labour reforms is to provide a transparent system to suit the changed business environment.

US cop who struck and killed Jaahnavi Kandula faces no charge

US cop who struck and killed Jaahnavi Kandula faces no charge

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

The Seattle police officer who struck and killed Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula while responding to an overdose call, will not face any criminal charges due to lack of 'sufficient' evidence, authorities said.

Surat: 19 students die as fire engulfs commercial complex

Surat: 19 students die as fire engulfs commercial complex

Rediff.com25 May 2019

TV channels showed horrific scenes at the Taxshila Complex in Sarthana area where the building is located, as students tried to save themselves by jumping out of windows.

A Salute To An IAF Legend

A Salute To An IAF Legend

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'There cannot be anyone like Air Marshal Keelor -- he was so difficult to emulate.' Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes War Hero Air Marshal Denzil Keelor PVSM, KC, AVSM, VrC who passed into the ages last month.

PHOTOS: Centurion Smith ushers Australia to safety

PHOTOS: Centurion Smith ushers Australia to safety

Rediff.com25 Nov 2017

A captain's century hewn from granite and two wickets in a fiery pace assault after tea saw Australia wrest the momentum away from England on day three of the series-opening Ashes Test in Brisbane on Saturday.

Indian Navy forces 35 Somali pirates to surrender

Indian Navy forces 35 Somali pirates to surrender

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

In a calibrated operation, the Indian Navy on Saturday 'coerced' 35 Pirates onboard a merchant ship around 1,400 nautical miles from the Indian coast to surrender and ensured the safe evacuation of 17 crew members without any injury, officials said.

Farmers' protest: Haryana extends internet suspension till Feb 23

Farmers' protest: Haryana extends internet suspension till Feb 23

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

The government said in an order that mobile internet services would be banned in Ambala, Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Jind, Hisar, Fatehabad and Sirsa districts.

12 students, 2 teachers die as picnic boat overturns in Gujarat

12 students, 2 teachers die as picnic boat overturns in Gujarat

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Two dozen students and four teachers were on a picnic and taking a boat ride in the Harni lake when the tragedy occurred in the afternoon, they said.

DRDO carries out successful test firing of surface-to-air missile

DRDO carries out successful test firing of surface-to-air missile

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The quick reaction surface-to-air-missile missile developed by DRDO was test launched from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur near here at about 3.08 pm from a vertical launcher against an electronic target at a very low altitude.

Maha hospital fire: Couple loses 4th child after 3 stillborn kids

Maha hospital fire: Couple loses 4th child after 3 stillborn kids

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

After delivering three stillborn children, Hirkanya Bhanarkar (39) had finally conceived and given birth to a girl on January 6, only to lose her in the fire.

IAF's Tejas aircraft crashes on way back from war game witnessed by PM

IAF's Tejas aircraft crashes on way back from war game witnessed by PM

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

The pilot ejected safely and a court of inquiry has been ordered to ascertain the cause of the accident, the IAF said in a brief statement.

43 killed in 2nd deadliest fire mishap in Delhi's history

43 killed in 2nd deadliest fire mishap in Delhi's history

Rediff.com8 Dec 2019

Almost all the deceased were migrant labourers hailing from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.

Search op in Rajouri still underway: Army

Search op in Rajouri still underway: Army

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

The Army on Friday said the search operation in the forest area of Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri to flush out any hiding terrorists was still underway, a day after two foreign terrorists of proscribed Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) outfit including the mastermind behind various attacks were eliminated.

CISF replaces Delhi Police for Parliament security after breach

CISF replaces Delhi Police for Parliament security after breach

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Both the new and the old Parliament complex and their allied buildings will be brought under a comprehensive security cover of the CISF which will also have the existing elements of Parliament Security Service (PSS), the Delhi Police and the Parliament Duty Group (PDG) of the CRPF, the sources said.

Israel hints at launching ground offensive against Hamas

Israel hints at launching ground offensive against Hamas

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

IDF, however, clearly stated that its war was against terror group Hamas and not against the people of Gaza.

'Pay cuts, LWP pose a plausible threat to flight safety'

'Pay cuts, LWP pose a plausible threat to flight safety'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Air India announced up to 50 per cent reduction in monthly allowances of its employees, who have a gross monthly salary of more than Rs 25,000.

India reacts as US cop who killed Jaahnavi Kandula goes scot-free

India reacts as US cop who killed Jaahnavi Kandula goes scot-free

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

In bodycam footage released by the Seattle Police Department, Officer Daniel Auderer laughed about the deadly crash and dismissed any implication Dave might be at fault or that a criminal investigation was necessary.

Israeli ground forces 'expand' ops inside Gaza

Israeli ground forces 'expand' ops inside Gaza

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The Israeli military reported on Saturday that it has enlarged its combat operations inside the Gaza Strip following several nights of limited ground incursions.

Fire breaks at Express Towers in Mumbai; no injuries

Fire breaks at Express Towers in Mumbai; no injuries

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

No casualty or injury was reported in the mishap, he said.

18 Indians among 23 killed in Sudan factory fire

18 Indians among 23 killed in Sudan factory fire

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

16 Indians were missing after the incident that happened at Seela Ceramic Factory in Bahri area in Khartoum, the national capital, on Tuesday.

Chevron faces record fine for refinery fire

Chevron faces record fine for refinery fire

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

Chevron received 25 citations from the state's safety regulator.

Arsenal thrash Sheffield United 6-0, sending a message to rivals

Arsenal thrash Sheffield United 6-0, sending a message to rivals

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Mikel Arteta's team are third with 61 points after 27 games, a point behind Manchester City

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The trigger that led Japan and the Philippines to ink the deal was because of the deteriorating security situation in the South China Sea. China's coast guard increased the frequency and intensity of incursions into Philippine waters, provoking the Philippines to take countermeasures to deter China, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

'Market Assumes Modi's Easy Re-Election'

'Market Assumes Modi's Easy Re-Election'

Rediff.com29 May 2024

'We emphasise the importance of not basing investment decisions solely on electoral outcomes.' 'Instead, focusing on investing in high-quality businesses capable of prospering regardless of the political landscape is paramount.'

Centre Assesses Threats As Sea Piracy Surges

Centre Assesses Threats As Sea Piracy Surges

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

'Due to the Israel-Hamas conflict, a faction operating in the Red Sea -- which is a typically safe area - has been firing projectiles arbitrarily.' 'Additionally, there have been two incidents involving Somali pirates, and one vessel has been hijacked.'

Reliance business jet grounded for violation of safety rules

Reliance business jet grounded for violation of safety rules

Rediff.com22 Mar 2014

Coming down heavily on aviation safety violations, DGCA on Saturday grounded a business jet owned by Reliance Industries for carrying expired safety equipment on board and suspended its pilot for flying without a licence.

AIIMS fire: Hospital functional, patients shifted back to wards

AIIMS fire: Hospital functional, patients shifted back to wards

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

The AIIMS administration has initiated an internal inquiry to look into the cause of the fire and further strengthen preventive measure.

Sebi probing smallcaps a warning bell for microcaps; time to exit: Analysts

Sebi probing smallcaps a warning bell for microcaps; time to exit: Analysts

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Micro-cap stocks are in the line of fire as market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is tightening its noose around investment in small-cap stocks. Given this, analysts suggest investors exit the segment, at least, for the time being. Independent market analyst, Ambareesh Baliga, for instance, said that regulators have gotten worried on the valuation front, though belated, which could prove to be the last straw on the camel's back.

How safe are India's electric scooters?

How safe are India's electric scooters?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The government-appointed expert committee, which probes incidents of Ola Electric's S1 Pro and Okinawa vehicles catching fires, has added the latest case of fire involving PureEV electric scooter to its investigation, a senior government official told Business Standard. "A team comprising experts from Indian Institute of Science (IISC) and Centre for Fire, Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES) are investigating the cases. "As soon as the report is submitted, we shall take appropriate action," said Giridhar Aramane, secretary at the ministry of road transport and highways.

Delhi-Vizag train catches fire in MP, no injuries reported

Delhi-Vizag train catches fire in MP, no injuries reported

Rediff.com21 May 2018

The fire appears to have started from the Roof Mounted Packaged Unit (RMPU- the railway terminology for an air-conditioning unit in a coach).

10 BJP men held for attack on scribe Wagle; Editors Guild condmens incident

10 BJP men held for attack on scribe Wagle; Editors Guild condmens incident

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

Television visuals showed BJP workers mobbing the car at Khandoji Baba Chowk and vandalising it, resulting in the vehicle's windscreen and side panes getting damaged.

Night curfew in Maharashtra from Sunday, malls to shut

Night curfew in Maharashtra from Sunday, malls to shut

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

Thackeray also warned of stricter restrictions if the people did not observe COVID-19 safety protocol, it said.

Kamala Mills fire: Mojo's Bistro owner sent to police custody till Jan 12

Kamala Mills fire: Mojo's Bistro owner sent to police custody till Jan 12

Rediff.com7 Jan 2018

Pathak, the son of retired director general of police and former Pune police commissioner K K Pathak, was arrested on Saturday.

Verstappen wins as red flag drama engulfs Australia GP

Verstappen wins as red flag drama engulfs Australia GP

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Max Verstappen clinched his second win of the season as the Australian Grand Prix was halted with three red flags.

Mock drill death: Bengaluru fire dept admits lapses

Mock drill death: Bengaluru fire dept admits lapses

Rediff.com25 Feb 2012

Amidst public outcry over the death of a 24-year-old woman during a mock fire drill, a top official on Saturday admitted there were no standard operating procedures in place while conducting such an exercise even as a probe was ordered into the incident.

Soumya Vishwanathan murder: 4 convicts get life term

Soumya Vishwanathan murder: 4 convicts get life term

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

The court also ordered that of the total fine amount imposed on the convicts, Rs 12 lakh will be paid to the victim's family.