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Rescue operations are underway in Pune, India after a building collapsed, leaving many trapped under the debris. The National Disaster Response Force and other agencies are working tirelessly to locate and extricate survivors, with the next 72 hours critical in determining the outcome of the operation.
In a historic visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first Indian PM to visit New Zealand in 40 years, elevating bilateral relations to a strategic partnership and marking a significant shift in India-New Zealand ties, with trade, sports, and security cooperation topping the agenda.
The union territory of Jammu and Kashmir has a shocking 92% C-section rate in private hospitals, with medical experts attributing the phenomenon to the proliferation of private hospitals, increasing reliance on medical interventions, and the commercialisation of maternal care.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth ₹3,800 crore in connection with the Mahadev betting app case, accused of facilitating money laundering and tax evasion, in a major crackdown on financial irregularities in India.
** The deaths of 14 Juang girls in a gas leak at a seafood processing plant in Tamil Nadu has exposed the socio-economic struggles faced by the tribe, highlighting issues of poverty, illiteracy, and lack of access to basic amenities, and raising demands for justice and compensation for the victims' families.
Environmental groups and politicians in Kerala, India are calling for the immediate cancellation of the Wayanad tunnel project, citing flawed environmental impact assessments, displacement of indigenous people, and potential destruction of biodiversity, and demanding an independent inquiry into the project's environmental and social impact.
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** The Tiruchi-Karaikudi national highway, a crucial artery connecting southern Tamil Nadu to northern areas, is plagued by frequent congestion and accidents, prompting motorists to demand urgent widening and safety improvements from the state government.
** In 1990, Jaswant Singh Khalra, a Sikh human rights activist, uncovered a disturbing truth about the Punjab police - they were killing civilians and disguising it as encounters with militants. Khalra's brave crusade against police brutality exposed a string of extrajudicial killings, forcing the Indian government to confront its own human rights abuses.
** A dramatic turn of events has unfolded in Baruipur, West Bengal, where a man was killed in a police encounter, but his family has refused to claim his body, citing allegations of domestic abuse, sparking a heated debate about police actions and family dynamics.
The Union Civil Aviation Minister, Rammohan Naidu, has announced that an airport will be established in Mandasa mandal of Srikakulam district under the UDAN scheme, aiming to make Srikakulam a mini aviation hub and enhance its connectivity to major cities across the country.
AustralianSuper, Australia's largest pension fund, has announced a $500 million investment in India's infrastructure fund, supporting India's ambitious plans to upgrade its infrastructure and strengthening bilateral economic ties between Australia and India.
** Former AIADMK MLAs S. Sathyabama and Maragatham Kumaravel, facing disqualification proceedings, met Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker amid controversy over their defection to All India Trinamool Congress, led by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, sparking debate on 10th Schedule of Constitution and implications for Tamil Nadu politics.
** A landslip near the Madikeri bus stand has led to the closure of Raja's seat to the public, with authorities diverting traffic and prioritizing public safety amidst concerns over infrastructure vulnerabilities and the risk of future landslides.
The "Satluj" controversy has rapidly evolved from an entertainment issue to a major political flashpoint in Punjab, exposing ideological divisions and reigniting debates on identity, free speech, and cultural representation, with political parties struggling to navigate the complex issue ahead of elections.
The Assam government has been facing significant challenges in providing basic infrastructure to its school system, with 646 government schools lacking electricity and 283 without proper boys' toilets, highlighting the need for urgent action to improve the state's education sector.
** In a surprise move, the Calcutta High Court has sought an affidavit from the West Bengal government over the midday meal contract for ISKCON, amidst controversy and opposition from various parties. The government claims that its intention is purely altruistic, but critics argue that it's a move to impose vegetarianism and Hindu orthodoxy on the state.
Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai is set to review the progress of ongoing development projects in Belagavi, including the expansion of the airport and construction of new roads, to address the city's infrastructure challenges and boost investor confidence.
The Indian government has been accused of turning a blind eye to repeated malpractices in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and the National Entrance Test (NET), with opposition leader Rahul Gandhi demanding a comprehensive overhaul of the systems to prevent such scams from happening again.
** The Tamil Nadu government has announced a significant boost to its employees working in state-run liquor outlets, Tasmac, hiking their salaries by 25% and extending bar licenses by two months. This decision aims to liberalize the state's liquor policy and generate extra revenue, amidst criticism from the liquor lobby and some opposition parties.
R Madhavan to portray Indian scientist GD Naidu in new film. 
Students protest JPSC-JSSC exams 
Country Music Festival starts in Nairobi. 
Iran, Ukraine wars test Europe 
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