4 Dead, 20 Injured as 6 Coaches of Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express Derail Near Gonda, Uttar Pradesh

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:09pm on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

4 people died and 20 were injured when six coaches of the Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derailed near Gonda station in Uttar Pradesh. The accident happened between Motiganj and Jhilahi stations on Thursday. Rescue teams and top railway officials are at the site. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered immediate relief efforts and medical treatment for the injured. The State Disaster Response Force is also helping. Due to the derailment, two trains were cancelled, and 11 were diverted. The train had left Chandigarh on Wednesday night and was heading to Dibrugarh in Assam.

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Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen Endorses Rahul Gandhi's Leadership

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:57am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

In an exclusive interview, Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has praised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, saying he has gained significant maturity. Sen noted that Gandhi's true test lies in leading the Opposition in Parliament against the Modi-led government. He credited Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' with shaping him into a national leader and enriching India's political landscape. This endorsement comes as a boost to Gandhi's political image. Sen's comments highlight Gandhi's growth and potential as a leader, setting the stage for his future in Indian politics.

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Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express Derails in Uttar Pradesh; Two Dead, Multiple Injuries Reported

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:19am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

Four coaches of the Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derailed in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, injuring several passengers and two deaths. The accident occurred between Gonda and Jhilahi, near Jhulahi railway station. A rescue team is on site, providing aid and evacuating passengers. The cause of the derailment is unknown and under investigation. Rail services in the area have been disrupted, and officials are working to restore normal operations. The incident is under investigation, and further details will be released as available.

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CBI Detains Four AIIMS Patna Students Over NEET-UG Question Paper Leak

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:50am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has detained four medical students of AIIMS Patna in connection with the NEET-UG question paper leak. The students, from the 2021 and 2022 batches, were taken into custody for questioning after a search of their rooms and confiscation of their electronic devices. The CBI is investigating their suspected involvement in solving the leaked question paper. The detention comes as part of a larger probe into the leak, which has sparked widespread outrage. AIIMS officials have declined to comment on the matter.

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Supreme Court: NEET-UG Retest Only on 'Concrete' Grounds, Not Speculation

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:41am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

The Supreme Court has stated that a re-examination of NEET-UG 2024 is only possible if the sanctity of the exam has been significantly compromised. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasized that a paper leak must be shown to have systemically affected the entire examination, not just a small portion. The court is hearing over 40 petitions alleging malpractices and irregularities in the exam. The CJI stressed that a re-examination cannot be ordered solely because a small percentage of students will be admitted. A concrete basis for re-examination must be established. The court will continue to hear the case.

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Security Forces Engage Militants in Fresh Encounter in Doda, Two Soldiers Injured

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:27am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

A firefight broke out between security forces and militants in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Thursday. The encounter occurred in Upper Desa Bhatta forests, Kashtigarh area, leaving two soldiers injured. The Indian Army confirmed the operation, which is the third in the area since Monday night. The militants attacked a security forces' camp near a government school building at midnight, leading to an exchange of fire that lasted until 4 am. The injured soldiers were referred to Doda Government Medical College Hospital for treatment. The operation is ongoing.

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27 Year Old Travel Influencer Aanvi Kamdar Dies in Waterfall Accident in Maharashtra

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:02am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

Aanvi Kamdar, a 27-year-old travel influencer from Mumbai, died after falling into a gorge at Kumbhe Waterfall in Raigad district, Maharashtra. She was creating content for Instagram when she slipped and fell 300 feet. A rescue team retrieved her after a six-hour operation, but she succumbed to her injuries at the hospital. Kamdar was with a group of friends at the time of the accident. Authorities have warned tourists to exercise caution when visiting waterfalls during the monsoon season. The incident highlights the importance of prioritizing safety while capturing content. Kamdar was also a chartered accountant and ran the Instagram account @theglocaljournal.

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Doctor Performs CPR, Saves Elderly Man's Life at Delhi Airport

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:34am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

A woman doctor saved an elderly man's life after he suffered a heart attack at Delhi Airport's Terminal 2 on Wednesday. The man, in his late 60s, collapsed in the food court area. The doctor, who was present at the scene, immediately began performing chest compressions. Her prompt actions revived the man within five minutes. The incident was captured on video and has gone viral on social media. The doctor's identity is not known, but her quick response and medical expertise have been widely praised. The man regained consciousness and is reportedly stable.

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Ex-Minister's Father Killed Over Unpaid Loan in Bihar, Key Accused Arrested

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:57am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

Police have arrested Qazim Ansari, 40, for the murder of Jitan Sahni, 70, in Darbhanga district. Sahni, father of former Bihar minister Mukesh Sahni, was found dead at his home on Tuesday. Ansari, a resident of Supaul Bazar, confessed to borrowing ₹1.5 lakh from Sahni and failing to repay it. He was arrested within 24 hours of the crime. Police are investigating further to see if anyone else was involved. The motive behind the murder was established as non-repayment of the loan. The case is under investigation and further details are awaited.

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Chhattisgarh: IED Blast by Naxals Claims Two Security Personnel Lives

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:45am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India

Two security personnel were killed and four injured in an IED blast triggered by Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district on Wednesday night. The incident occurred as a joint team of STF, DRG, CRPF, and CoBRA personnel were returning from an anti-Naxalite operation. The deceased constables, Bharat Sahu and Satyer Singh Kange, were part of the STF. The team had launched the operation on Tuesday following intelligence inputs about Naxalite presence in the area. The blast highlights the ongoing threat of Naxalite violence in the region, and the sacrifices made by security personnel in combating it.

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