Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:08am on 18 May 2024,Saturday India
A devastating bus fire on the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal Expressway near Haryana's Nuh district on Friday night has claimed the lives of 8 people, leaving several others injured. The bus was carrying devotees returning from Vrindavan. The injured, including elderly, women, and children, have been taken to Nuh medical college for treatment. India Nationals are in shock as the incident's severity unfolds. Aftab Ahmed, Nuh MLA, has expressed grief and concern for the victims. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire. The incident has raised concerns about road safety and emergency response in India.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:50pm on 17 May 2024,Friday India
A full emergency was declared at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport after Air India flight AI807 to Bangalore reported a fire in its AC unit. The flight, carrying 175 passengers, returned safely to Delhi. An Air India spokesperson confirmed the incident, stating that the auxiliary power unit triggered a fire warning. Passengers and crew deplaned safely, with alternative arrangements made for their travel. This incident follows recent bomb threats in Delhi and Ahmedabad, raising concerns over aviation security and public safety measures. Officials are investigating the cause of the fire.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:44am on 17 May 2024,Friday India
A man was killed and partially consumed by a tiger in Raisen forest division near Bhopal, officials said Thursday. The incident occurred near Neemkheda village, 35 km from Bhopal. Divisional Forest Officer Vijay Kumar identified the victim as Maniram Jatav, 62, who was collecting tendu leaves. Canine marks on his neck and nearby pugmarks confirmed a tiger attack. This tiger likely strayed from Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary. It's the first such fatality in Raisen forest in recent history. Jatav's family received ₹8 lakh compensation. Forest officials are patrolling the area and warned villagers against entering the forest to locate the tiger.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:50am on 17 May 2024,Friday India
An Air India flight bound for Delhi was involved in a collision with a tug truck while taxiing at Pune Airport, damaging the aircraft's nose and a tyre. Despite the incident, all 180 passengers and crew onboard are safe. Emergency protocols were swiftly enacted, and passengers were deplaned and accommodated on an alternative flight to Delhi. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an inquiry to determine the cause of the collision, focusing on operational protocols and possible lapses. The affected aircraft was taken out of service for inspection and repairs but is now ready for operations.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:26am on 17 May 2024,Friday India
Eleven pilgrims have died in the first five days of the Char Dham yatra in Uttarakhand, which began on May 10. Despite comprehensive health screening measures in place, the deaths have raised concerns. Most of the deceased were elderly with underlying medical conditions. Over 1.55 lakh pilgrims have visited Kedarnath, 70,000 Yamunotri, and 63,000 Gangotri, with 45,000 visiting Badrinath Dham in just three days. Authorities are urging pilgrims to disclose any medical conditions and register on the tourism department website before undertaking the yatra. The state government is working to ensure a safe and successful pilgrimage for all.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:07am on 17 May 2024,Friday India
Bhavesh Bhinde, owner of Ego Media Pvt Ltd, has been arrested in connection with the Mumbai billboard collapse that killed 16 and injured 75. He evaded police for three days, leading to a massive manhunt across three states. Bhinde was finally caught in Udaipur, where he was hiding under a false identity. Eight police teams worked tirelessly to track him down, following a trail from Lonavala to Thane, Ahmedabad, and finally Udaipur. The arrest brings relief to the victims' families, and an investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:29pm on 16 May 2024,Thursday India
Mumbai Police arrested Bhavesh Bhinde, the owner of the advertising agency responsible for the ill-fated Ghatkopar hoarding collapse. The May 13th incident claimed 16 lives and left 74 injured. Bhinde, the director of Ego Media Pvt Ltd, had been absconding since erecting the oversized 120x120-foot hoarding, which defied regulations. Booked for culpable homicide and endangering lives, his arrest concludes a week-long manhunt across Mumbai and Gujarat. Families of the victims express relief, hoping justice prevails for the preventable tragedy that scarred the city's landscape and memories.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:14am on 16 May 2024,Thursday India
The Income Tax Department seized unaccounted assets worth Rs 170 crore in a 72-hour raid in Nanded, Maharashtra. The search operation targeted Bhandari Finance and Adinath Urban Multistate Co-operative Bank, owned by six siblings. Rs 14 crore in cash and 8 kg of gold were recovered. The raid, which began on May 10, involved hundreds of officials from multiple cities. The massive scale of tax evasion was evident in the 14 hours it took to count the recovered cash. The raid covered multiple locations, including private residences, in a significant crackdown on tax evasion.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:25am on 16 May 2024,Thursday India
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Nuruddin alias Rafi, an absconding accused in a terror conspiracy case, from a hideout in Mysuru. Nuruddin was wanted for conspiring to carry out explosions at the US Consulate in Chennai and Israel Embassy in Bengaluru in 2014. He was declared a proclaimed offender and had a cash reward of Rs 5 lakh on his head. The NIA seized mobile phones, a laptop, pen drives, and a drone from his hideout. Nuruddin's arrest resumes the stalled trial against him.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:43am on 16 May 2024,Thursday India
A bomb scare on an Air India flight from Delhi to Vadodara sparked panic among passengers on Wednesday. A note on a tissue paper found in the lavatory mentioned the word "bomb", prompting the crew to alert authorities. The flight was searched, but nothing suspicious was found. The incident occurred at 7:30 pm, and passengers were asked to deboard the flight. The Central Industrial Security Force and Delhi Police were informed, and passengers later departed for Vadodara on another flight. The incident caused a brief disruption, but everyone on board was safe and sound.