An avalanche near the India-China border resulted in four deaths and four missing workers. Rescue efforts, hindered by deep snow and harsh weather, retrieved bodies and saved 47 workers, while the search for the missing continues. Helicopter operations were halted due to snowfall. Nearly 200 personnel are involved in the ongoing rescue operation.
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Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali criticised the team's strategy in a tri-nation series, particularly Babar Azam's opening position which disrupted his performance. Basit emphasised focusing on their match against New Zealand instead of India and pointed out captain Rizwan's lack of confidence in certain players. He warned that low confidence could affect Pakistan's upcoming Champions Trophy campaign.
The Election Commission of India has issued a notice to AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal demanding proof of his claim that BJP mixed poison in the Yamuna river to avoid potential legal consequences. Citing serious ramifications like public unrest, the ECI asked Kejriwal to validate his statement by Wednesday evening. The BJP has also urged ECI to bar Kejriwal from campaigning.
A fire broke out at a cinema hall in Select City Mall, Saket, Delhi, during the screening of 'Chhava', causing panic among cinemagoers. The fire started in the corner of the screen, leading to an evacuation. Delhi Fire Services received the call at 5.42 pm, and five fire engines quickly controlled the fire.
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A man suspected of drug smuggling tricked police in Bikaner, Rajasthan into leaving their vehicle, which he then stole and drove away. He was later recaptured after a seven-hour search involving nearly 200 villagers. The suspect and his accomplice abandoned a vehicle carrying 1,500 kg of poppy husk during the chase.