A swarm of bees severely injured at least seven government officers during an inspection of the Har Ghar Nal Yojana in Devgarh village, Uttar Pradesh. Additional District Magistrate Rajesh Srivastava, who sustained over 500 stings, is in critical condition. Other officials, including the Chief Development Officer, were also badly injured, requiring hospitalization.
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Indian Railways is set to achieve net-zero targets by year-end, surpassing its 2030 goal through extensive electrification. Aiming for 95% electric traction by 2030, it anticipates significant carbon emission reductions. The shift includes sourcing renewable and nuclear energy, targeting 10 GW of electricity by the decade's end.
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