Several explosions occurred due to a fire in a truck carrying LPG cylinders near the Dharavi bus depot in Mumbai. Over 20 gas cylinders exploded, lighting up the night sky and damaging nearby vehicles. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, though the incident caused significant concern among residents.
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The Supreme Court is set to examine discrepancies in the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act regarding the annulment of underage marriages. The issue arises as males are considered legal adults at 18 but can marry only at 21. A woman challenges an order that annulled her marriage, arguing that her husband's plea was filed beyond the prescribed time.
Delhi Police arrested Tushar Bisht for scamming over 700 women by impersonating a US-based model on dating platforms like Bumble and Snapchat. He coerced victims into sharing intimate images, then blackmailed them for money. Bisht used fake identities and a virtual international mobile number to deceive women. The investigation revealed communications with over 500 individuals and incriminating evidence on his seized device.
The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League will kick off on March 22 with an opening match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens. Rajat Patidar named as RCB's new captain. The final is set for May 25 in Kolkata, with additional venues in Guwahati and Dharamsala included this season like last year.
Riding on Will Jacks' impactful all-round performance, Mumbai Indians secured a four-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad at Wankhede Stadium. Jacks' crucial wickets of Travis Head and Ishan Kishan, coupled with his contribution of 36 runs, propelled Mumbai to their second consecutive win. Despite Heinrich Klaasen's late surge, SRH's total of 162/5 proved insufficient against Mumbai's strong batting lineup.
Reportedly, Salman Khan’s lookalike, Aazam Ansari, has been arrested in Lucknow for blocking the road, arguing with people, and allegedly making a video with a gun. Ansari claimed he was unfairly detained while drinking tea. The police cited his expired gun license as a major concern and he alleges he was mistreated by police and faces difficulties obtaining bail.
Six people, including a police officer from Chhattisgarh, were killed in a collision between an SUV and a truck in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. The victims were on their way to Prayagraj for a holy dip in Maha Kumbh. The crash left three others injured, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause.
Rahul Gandhi alleged that Arvind Kejriwal 'shivers' at the mention of PM Modi, sparking backlash from Kejriwal. Kejriwal countered, questioning why Rahul and his family haven't been arrested in the National Herald case and implying preferential treatment towards Robert Vadra. The remarks highlight internal friction between opposition INDIA bloc allies ahead of Delhi assembly elections.
Airlines should not seat passengers inside planes for over 90 minutes during fog delays, and must cancel flights delayed beyond three hours. The aviation ministry has directed airlines to enhance communication with passengers, deploy adequate staff, and implement advanced weather systems to minimize inconvenience. Real-time visibility updates and improved coordination at fog-affected airports are also emphasized.
Maharashtra's Economic Survey 2024-25 reveals a substantial decline in women welfare schemes, with a 57% drop in Shakti Sadan facilities' inmates and a 36% cut in women's hostels funding. Women's counseling centers experienced a 69% reduction in allocations, raising questions about the government's commitment amid increasing demand.