A devastating fire at a Vishal Mega Mart in Delhi's Karol Bagh claimed the lives of two individuals: a civil services aspirant and a lab technician. The building lacked a fire safety certificate, leading to a police investigation into negligence. One victim was found trapped in an elevator, desperately pleading for help in a text message to his brother.
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Iran's top military commander has voiced strong skepticism regarding Israel's adherence to the ceasefire agreement. He conveyed to Saudi Arabia's defense minister Tehran's readiness to retaliate forcefully should Israel resume hostilities. Despite not initiating the conflict, Iran asserts it responded with full force and remains prepared to do so again if necessary.
SEBI has banned Jane Street Group from Indian markets. The firm allegedly inflated prices before selling aggressively, profiting from options while retail investors were misled. SEBI is now seizing Rs 4,840 crore in unlawful gains, highlighting concerns about algorithmic trading's impact on the Indian derivatives market.
A tragic misunderstanding led to a double suicide in Patiala's Pooniwal village, leaving three children orphaned. Manpreet Kaur, facing marital issues, left home with her children after a quarrel. Unbeknownst to her husband, Gurmeet Singh, she died by suicide. Thinking she had eloped, Gurmeet also took his own life, compounding the family's devastation.
The Dalai Lama, ahead of his 90th birthday, has declared that the institution of the Dalai Lama will persist after his death, a statement with significant implications for his global Buddhist followers. He emphasised that the Gaden Phodrang Trust, based in India, will have the exclusive authority to identify his successor, adhering to traditional Buddhist practices.
A stampede at Gundicha Temple in Puri led to three deaths. Survivors accuse the police of prioritizing their safety over rescuing devotees. Eyewitnesses report inadequate crowd control measures. They mention trucks obstructing the area and slippery logs contributing to the chaos. A resident highlights the recurring failure in managing large crowds during festivals. The incident raises concerns about safety protocols.
During the Commissioner's Cup final between Indiana Fever and Minnesota Lynx, Red Panda fell. The incident occurred at Minnesota’s Target Center during her halftime performance. Medical personnel attended to her after the fall from her unicycle. She was then taken to a hospital. The acrobat, Rong “Krystal” Niu, has been performing since 1993. Fans and fellow performers are showing support.
Akash Deep's exceptional 10-wicket haul at Edgbaston propelled India to a historic Test victory, their first at the venue, leveling the series 1-1. His performance surpassed records of legendary Indian bowlers, while Shubman Gill, with his captaincy and stellar batting, became the youngest Indian captain to win a Test overseas.
LeBron James's team AlUla is making waves in electric boat racing. They secured fourth position in Italy after a bronze win in Croatia. Rusty Wyatt and Catie Munnings are key pilots. James actively supports the team. The upcoming race in Lake Maggiore is crucial. AlUla aims for a top-three finish. This venture highlights James's interest in sustainable sports innovation.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14-year-old Indian U-19 opener, is making waves in the Youth ODIs against England U-19. He recently smashed 86 off just 31 balls, including nine sixes, and is currently the leading run-scorer for India in the series.