A centring frame collapse at a construction site in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, resulted in two deaths and six injuries. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon during slab installation between the 7th and 10th floors of a multi-storey building. Emergency responders rescued eight trapped workers. Authorities continue to clear debris to ensure no additional workers are trapped.
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Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav stated that the recent Assembly poll results demonstrate the citizens' rejection of Arvind Kejriwal's politics. AAP lost to BJP, securing only 22 seats while BJP won 48. Yadav acknowledged Congress's defeat and committed to reviewing and improving their strategy, noting a slight improvement in their vote share from 4.3% to 6.39%.
In a shocking case of animal cruelty, 21 dogs perished after being thrown off a high bridge with their legs and mouths tied in Telangana's Sangareddy. Citizens for Animals discovered the scene on Jan 4, leading to the rescue of 11 critically injured dogs now receiving intensive medical care. Telangana police have initiated an investigation.
Agriculture department officials in Bihar's Bhojpur district encountered a bizarre situation when farmland data in a digital crop survey app mistakenly showed plots located in the Indian Ocean, caused by a smartphone glitch. The issue was quickly resolved. The survey aims to provide detailed crop information for better marketing, crop insurance, and policy implementation.
The parents of the victim in Kolkata's RG Kar rape and murder have met West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose, requesting the governor to take up their grievances with President Droupadi Murmu and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
Former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad, 76, was admitted to AIIMS, Delhi, for treatment of back and arm sores. He experienced a drop in blood pressure, necessitating hospitalization in Patna before traveling. Prasad, who suffers from diabetes and other health issues, is under the care of Dr. Rakesh Yadav at the Cardio-Neuro Centre.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the commissioning of two warships, INS Surat and INS Nilgiri, along with the submarine INS Vaghsheer, on January 15. This move aims to enhance India’s naval capabilities and self-reliance in defense. The vessels, featuring advanced technology, are set to strengthen India's strategic presence in the Indian Ocean Region.
Congress expressed satisfaction over Arvind Kejriwal's defeat in Delhi, attributing AAP's ouster to its misrule and scams. Congress spokesman Jairam Ramesh stated that the election result was a referendum on Kejriwal and highlighted Congress's role in exposing AAP's corruption, with hopes of winning Delhi in the future.
Gujarat home minister Harsh Sanghavi rebutted Arvind Kejriwal's claims about Gujarat police presence in Delhi elections, explaining it's routine for the Election Commission to deploy forces from various states. He emphasized the EC's procedure includes several states and posted related documents.
An education festival was held at the Ainavilli temple in Konaseema district, where a special prayer was offered by placing one lakh pens at the feet of Lord Vigneswara. The event, marking Magha Masam Sukla Panchami, also included prayers to Saraswathi Devi and distribution of the pens to children, amidst large arrangements for devotees.