Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:57am on 02 Jun 2024,Sunday India
Tragedy struck in Saphai village in Meghalaya's West Jaintia Hills district when three minors died and several others are in critical condition after consuming wild mushrooms. The affected families were rushed to the government MCH hospital in Jowai, where the minors succumbed to their condition. The victims' ages ranged from 8 to 14 years. The condition of the other affected individuals, including children and adults, remains critical. The incident highlights the dangers of consuming wild mushrooms, which can be poisonous and deadly. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:16am on 02 Jun 2024,Sunday India
A Vistara flight from Paris to Mumbai, carrying 306 people, made an emergency landing in Mumbai following a bomb threat. The threat was discovered in a handwritten note on an air sickness bag, prompting airport authorities to declare a full emergency at 10:08 am. The flight landed safely at 10:19 am. Vistara confirmed the security concern and stated they are cooperating fully with security agencies for all necessary checks. All passengers and crew are safe.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:45am on 02 Jun 2024,Sunday India
A goods train collided with a parked goods train near Sirhind railway station in Punjab, injuring two loco pilots, Vikas Kumar and Himanshu Kumar. The incident occurred around 4 am near Madhopur, and the injured pilots have been hospitalized. Train movement has been affected, with trains being diverted from Rajpura, Patiala, and Dhuri. Restoration work is underway. The collision highlights concerns over rail safety, and an investigation is likely to follow. The incident has disrupted train services, causing inconvenience to passengers.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:56am on 02 Jun 2024,Sunday India
A social media storm erupted over an alleged phone conversation between AAP MP Swati Maliwal and YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, supposedly discussing Maliwal's assault case against Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's aide. However, investigations by PTI Fact Check Desk revealed the audio clip to be a fabrication, using AI-generated voice clones of Atishi and Rathee. Maliwal had accused Kumar of assaulting her at the Delhi CM's residence on May 13, sparking controversy. This incident highlights the dangers of AI technology in spreading misinformation and underscores the need for vigilance in verifying online content.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:20am on 01 Jun 2024,Saturday India
Mother of the17-year-old accused of killing two techies with his Porsche was arrested on Saturday. Police confirmed that Shivani Agarwal’s blood samples were swapped with her son's to show he was not drunk. She was arrested after returning to Pune from Mumbai. The teen, who crashed the car on May 19, is in an observation home. His father and grandfather were also arrested for allegedly trying to shift the blame to the family's driver. Police have charged the family and two doctors with tampering with evidence.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:24am on 01 Jun 2024,Saturday India
OpenAI revealed it stopped a covert campaign by Israeli firm STOIC aimed at disrupting the Indian elections. The campaign, called "Zero Zeno," used AI to generate anti-BJP and pro-Congress content. OpenAI acted within 24 hours to block accounts linked to the operation. The BJP labeled this a "dangerous threat" to democracy. Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar called for a deep investigation into the interference. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasized their commitment to preventing misuse of AI in political influence operations.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:57am on 01 Jun 2024,Saturday India
A Noida businessman, Rajat Bothra, was duped of Rs 9.09 crore in an online trading fraud through a WhatsApp group. The group, which promised lucrative stock market profits, convinced Bothra to invest small amounts, eventually leading to a total loss of Rs 9.09 crore. The fraud was reported to the Cyber Crime police station, and Rs 1.62 crore has been frozen in Bothra's account. Investigations are ongoing, with bank accounts linked to the scam traced to Chennai, Assam, Bhubaneswar, Haryana, and Rajasthan. Police are working to recover the remaining amount and apprehend the cyber criminals.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:41am on 01 Jun 2024,Saturday India
In a significant relief to airlines, hotels, and restaurants, jet fuel and commercial LPG prices have been reduced due to declining global oil prices. ATF price was cut by 6.5% to Rs 94,969.01 per kilolitre, while commercial LPG rate was reduced by Rs 69 to Rs 1,676 per 19-kg cylinder. This is the third consecutive monthly reduction in commercial LPG prices. However, domestic cooking gas prices remain unchanged at Rs 803 per 14.2-kg cylinder. The price drop is expected to benefit airlines, hospitality, and food industries, which have been struggling with high fuel costs.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:35am on 01 Jun 2024,Saturday India
In a shocking revelation, the Navi Mumbai Police have uncovered a plot to assassinate Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang, allegedly armed with weapons from a Pakistani supplier, planned to ambush Khan's car in Panvel. Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the conspiracy. This comes after two men fired outside Khan's Mumbai residence on April 14. The police investigation has revealed that the gang acquired high-calibre weapons, including AK-47s and M-16s. Six arrests have been made, although one suspect died in custody, sparking scrutiny. The Bombay High Court has expressed frustration over the incomplete autopsy report.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:36am on 01 Jun 2024,Saturday India
Shivani Agarwal, mother of a 17-year-old who fatally rammed a Porsche into a bike in Pune on May 19, was arrested for swapping her blood sample with her son's. The accident killed two techies, prompting a police investigation. Forensic reports revealed the tampering, leading to her arrest. The minor, held in an observation home, was initially cleared of intoxication due to the falsified tests. His father, Vishal Agarwal, and grandfather, Surendra Agarwal, were also arrested for allegedly coercing their driver to take the blame. Two doctors implicated in the tampering are in custody.