Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:41pm on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
Authorities are investigating a blast near a CRPF school in Prashant Vihar, Delhi. Initial reports reveal traces of low explosives, suggesting a homemade bomb made with ammonium phosphate. No injuries were reported, but nearby vehicles and property were damaged. The police detected a foul chemical smell after the explosion. The National Investigation Agency and National Security Guard are also involved in the case. Officials believe the blast aimed to send a message rather than cause harm, as it occurred near a school wall in the morning. Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage to identify suspects.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:31pm on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
3 migrant workers were shot dead by terrorists at a construction site in Gagangeer, Ganderbal, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack happened at a camp where the workers, employed by a private company, were building a tunnel. Two workers died at the scene, while five others were injured. The area has been cordoned off by police and army personnel, who are searching for the attackers. The Jammu and Kashmir Police confirmed the incident on X and said more details will follow. Security forces are on high alert following the attack.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:14pm on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
Junior doctors in West Bengal will meet the government on Monday but will continue their hunger strike. They are protesting over the rape and murder case at RG Kar Medical College. The doctors are demanding justice and the removal of state health secretary N S Nigam. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has met most of their demands but refused to remove the health secretary. Some of the doctors have been on hunger strike since October 5, with several requiring hospital care. They have warned of a statewide doctors’ strike if their demands are not met by October 22.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:35pm on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
Over 200 people fell sick from food poisoning after eating snacks at a memorial event in Pasghoria village, Assam. Guests were served traditional snacks of puffed rice and cream. Many complained of stomach aches, headaches, vomiting, and diarrhea. 53 were taken to health centers, and two were sent to Jorhat Medical College for advanced care. The rest showed minor symptoms and went home for monitoring. Officials say all victims are stable. A food inspector will investigate the cause. Medical teams are checking the villagers' health to prevent further issues.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:24pm on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
A blast near the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) School in Prashant Vihar, Delhi, on Sunday is believed to involve low-grade explosives, as preliminary investigations revealed no splinters or timers at the site. A senior Home Ministry official noted that no ammonium nitrate was detected, suggesting the device was not intended to cause mass casualties. The crude bomb's placement near local eateries raised concerns, but officials stated it didn’t appear designed for arson. The Delhi Police have filed a case under the Explosives Act but have yet to include provisions of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA).
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:22pm on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
A bomb threat was sent to Bengaluru airport's command centre via an anonymous X account, claiming that 12 bombers were spread across six IndiGo flights. The targeted flights were IX233, IX375, IX481, IX383, IX549, and IX399, flying routes from Mangalore to Dubai and Thiruvananthapuram to Muscat. This is the second bomb scare at Kempegowda Airport in a week. Security forces are on high alert, though no formal complaint has been filed by IndiGo. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, while no casualties or disruptions have been reported yet.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:45am on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
Over 20 flights from Vistara, IndiGo, Akasa Air, and Air India received bomb threats on October 20, a day after the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) met with airline CEOs to address increasing hoax threats. Six flights each of Vistara, Akasa Air, and IndiGo were targeted, prompting emergency security checks. Airlines confirmed that all safety procedures were followed in coordination with authorities. The threats follow over 70 similar hoaxes in the past week. The safety and security of passengers, crew, and aircraft remain top priorities for airlines.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:29am on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
Six IndiGo flights, including routes from Jeddah-Mumbai and Delhi-Istanbul, received bomb threats on Sunday, prompting swift action from the airline. IndiGo issued a statement assuring passengers that safety remains its highest priority, collaborating with authorities and following all safety protocols. The affected flights are being closely monitored, with no reported incidents. These threats follow a string of hoax warnings that have disrupted over 30 Indian airline flights since Saturday. The Civil Aviation Ministry is preparing stricter measures to combat hoax bomb threats, including potential no-fly lists for offenders.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:19am on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
An anonymous X account, @adamlanza1111, posted 46 bomb threats targeting Indian airlines within two days, with a total of 70 threats issued throughout the week. The threats targeted domestic carriers like Air India, Vistara, IndiGo, and international airlines such as American Airlines and Jet Blue. The handle has since been suspended by X. India's aviation security body, BCAS, met with airline representatives, reassuring that safety protocols are robust. DG Zulfiquar Hasan urged passengers to fly without fear, emphasizing strict security measures in place.
VIDEO | Police have barricaded the area near CRPF school where a blast was reported this morning in Delhi's Prashant Vihar. The investigation is presently underway.#BlastinDelhi pic.twitter.com/DOKFzssbmL
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 20, 2024
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:12am on 20 Oct 2024,Sunday India
A loud blast occurred near the CRPF school in Delhi’s Rohini area on Sunday morning, causing damage to the school's wall, nearby shops, and a car. No injuries were reported. Police, forensic teams, and the bomb squad were dispatched to the scene to investigate the cause. A senior officer suggested the explosion might be from a firecracker but emphasized that all possibilities are being explored. CCTV footage is being reviewed, and heightened security measures have been implemented in the area to ensure safety.