In response to escalating risks from glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), the Central Water Commission has issued new guidelines for over 100 dams across six Himalayan states. These directives, prompted by climate change-induced glacier melt and increasing glacial lakes, mandate enhanced spillway capacity for new dams and retrofitting measures for existing ones.
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The Supreme Court urged a decorated fighter pilot, who participated in the Balakot strike, and his wife, an IT professional, to resolve their matrimonial dispute amicably. The court, hearing the pilot's plea to quash an FIR filed by his wife, advised them to forgive each other and move forward, rather than seeking revenge. The pilot alleged harassment and misuse of law by his wife and father-in-law.
Jammu & Kashmir Police's Crime Branch has filed three cases against fraudsters, including one already jailed, for allegedly defrauding job seekers of Rs 1.5 crore with promises of government jobs. Ajay Kumar of Doda district allegedly duped six victims of Rs 1.06 crore, while suspended teacher Jameel Anjum allegedly defrauded nine victims of Rs 39 lakh.
Nayara Energy's Gujarat refinery becomes the first in India to face Western sanctions as the EU tightens restrictions on Russian oil exports, aiming to cut off funding for Moscow's war efforts. India opposes unilateral sanctions and emphasizes energy security, while the measures could impact Nayara's operations, exports, and Rosneft's stake sale plans.
Hans Niemann responded to accusations of gloating over Magnus Carlsen's unexpected elimination from the Las Vegas Freestyle Chess Grand Slam. Niemann alluded to the ongoing controversy stemming from Carlsen's 2022 cheating allegations. Carlsen's shocking exit, especially after his previous dominance, has reignited the rivalry between the two chess players, adding another layer of intrigue to the unpredictable tournament.
The Supreme Court questioned a married woman who sought the cancellation of anticipatory bail for a man accused of rape on the false promise of marriage. The court suggested she might face prosecution for engaging in extramarital affairs, highlighting her awareness of the relationship's implications. The Patna High Court's decision to grant anticipatory bail to the accused was upheld.
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Amit Shah directed the formation of a multi-sectoral central team. This is to mitigate losses from natural disasters. The team includes experts from various institutions. This follows a review of disasters in Himachal Pradesh. The Union government has deputed an Inter-Ministerial Central Team. They will assess damages in the state.
In a brazen daylight robbery, two individuals disguised as delivery agents targeted Mansi Jewellers in Ghaziabad's Brij Vihar. The robbers, dressed in Swiggy and Blinkit uniforms, stormed the shop, threatened the employee at gunpoint, and stole gold, silver ornaments, and cash worth approximately Rs 30 lakh within six minutes.