Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:09pm on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
A raid on a rave party near Bengaluru led to 86 attendees testing positive for drug use. Among the attendees were two Telugu actors, Hema and Ashi Roy. The raid by the Karnataka Police's Anti-Narcotics Division found drugs like MDMA, cocaine, and hydro ganja. The event, held at a farmhouse, saw over 100 attendees, with 73 men and 30 women. The party was organized by Hyderabad-based Vasu. Five people have been arrested, and various drugs were seized. A case has been filed at the Electronic City Police Station.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:03pm on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
17-year-old boy involved in a fatal Porsche crash in Pune claims his family driver was driving at the time. The crash killed two people on a motorbike. The teen, son of real estate developer Vishal Agarwal, and his friends support this claim. A court revoked the teen's bail, sending him to a juvenile center. The family driver, initially stating he was driving, is being re-questioned by police. Vishal Agarwal also asserts the driver was behind the wheel. Police are investigating further, including questioning the teen's grandfather and examining Vishal Agarwal's mobile phone.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:44pm on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
Seven Maoists were killed in a gunfight in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district on Thursday. The clash started around 11 am in the Abujhmaad forest, involving police and security forces from Narayanpur, Bastar, and Dantewada. Police seized seven weapons from the scene. The operation, targeting Maoist leaders from Platoon 16 of the CPI (Maoist), involved about 1,000 security personnel. The identities of the Maoists are yet to be confirmed. So far this year, 112 Maoists have been killed in the state, a significant increase from the previous year.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:54pm on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
Delhi pioneers QR-based 'Aadhar cards' for 100 dogs, ensuring their safety and protection. Led by Priya Chopra of Pawfriend.in, the drive tagged dogs at key locations like Delhi T1 Airport and India Gate, providing vital information for reunification in case of loss. Manavi Rai, an animal rights activist, lauds the initiative as a lifeline for furry companions. Pawfriend.in's mission towards a safer, digital Bharat for animals gains momentum as they expand efforts nationwide, distributing over 6350 tags. With heartwarming reunions like Browine's, the initiative marks a significant step in safeguarding stray dogs.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:33pm on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
The 17-year-old involved in a fatal Porsche crash in Pune, which killed two techies, has been sent to a juvenile observation center for 14 days. His daily routine includes a structured schedule of prayers, classes, sports, and limited TV time. The teen's day starts at 8 am and ends at 8 pm. This comes after his bail was revoked by the Juvenile Justice Board. The incident, involving alcohol, sparked outrage when the teen initially received bail. His father, Vishal Agarwal, has also been arrested for attempting to mislead the police. Authorities seek to prosecute the teen as an adult.
Mumbai: A massive fire explosion occurred in a boiler at a company in MIDC Phase 2, Dombivli, triggering a fierce fire! The fire brigade and rescue team rushed to the scene pic.twitter.com/ko88CJxKta
— IANS (@ians_india) May 23, 2024
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:20pm on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
A boiler explosion at Amber Chemical Company in Dombivli, Maharashtra, sparked a massive fire, killing six and injuring 40 on Thursday. The incident, occurring at 1:40 PM, triggered explosions in chemical drums, shattering nearby windows and damaging homes. The blaze spread to three neighboring factories, sending thick smoke and flames into the sky. Eight fire engines responded to the scene. The injured were transported to a local hospital. Eyewitnesses reported the explosion could be heard a kilometer away. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion and the extent of the damage.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:03am on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
Pune Police questioned three generations of a realtor family in connection with the May 19 Porsche crash that killed two people. The minor boy who was driving, his father, and grandfather are being investigated. The father allegedly gave his underage son the unregistered Porsche, allowing him to drive without a license. The grandfather is also under scrutiny for a 15-year-old case involving alleged mafia links. The minor boy, dubbed "Richie Rich brat," is being questioned at a juvenile correctional home after public outcry and protests. The family's actions are under intense scrutiny.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:40am on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
Bengaluru police reported bomb threat emails received by three prominent hotels, triggering deployment of bomb disposal and detection teams. This follows a hoax targeting North Block, home to the Ministry of Home Affairs. Similar incidents occurred in April, affecting schools in Delhi-NCR, Jaipur, Uttar Pradesh, and Bengaluru. All threats were later deemed false. Delhi High Court requested a detailed report on these incidents, prompting heightened security measures, including deployment of five bomb disposal squads and 18 bomb detection teams across Delhi.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:28am on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
In an inspiring feat, Tinkesh Kaushik, a 30-year-old triple amputee from Goa, has become the first person with such a disability to reach the Mount Everest Base Camp, located 17,598 feet above sea level. Kaushik, who lost his limbs in an electrocution accident at age 9, achieved this remarkable milestone on May 11. Despite his physical limitations, he credits his mental strength for overcoming the challenges. A fitness coach by profession, Kaushik initially thought the trek would be easy but soon realized its difficulty. His achievement has made Goa proud, according to the Disability Rights Association of Goa.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:08am on 23 May 2024,Thursday India
An IndiGo flight to Calicut from Delhi was halted for safety reasons after an Air Traffic Controller instructed it to abort takeoff due to another aircraft's go-around on a parallel runway. Flight 6E5913, scheduled for 7:10 pm, departed at 11:03 pm following the incident. Passengers were transferred to another plane to reduce delays. The involved aircraft was reportedly from Air India, awaiting confirmation. This incident compounds recent troubles for IndiGo, including a passenger-staff clash at Rajkot International Airport over a delayed Rajkot-Mumbai flight earlier this month. The airline faces increasing challenges amid operational disruptions and passenger dissatisfaction.