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A senior police officer's warning about security risks at RCB's IPL victory celebration was ignored, leading to a stampede that killed 11. The officer had cautioned against the event at Vidhana Soudha due to potential overcrowding and inadequate security. Political figures are now demanding accountability from top officials for allegedly rushing the event without proper safety measures, despite prior warnings.

In the heart of Mumbai's Dharavi, women like Alaguthai Thangapandi are the unsung heroes, crafting fresh idlis daily to feed the city. Sourcing ingredients meticulously, they face challenges like poor infrastructure and monsoon disruptions. With the Dharavi Redevelopment Project underway, they hope for better kitchens and dignified living conditions to expand their culinary contributions.

Internet services were suspended for five days in the five districts - Bishnupur, Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal and Kakching

The GST demand, in fact, exceeds Infosys’s annual profits — Infosys’s net profit for full FY25 stood at ₹26,713 crore — and its closure now is bound to come as a significant relief for the tech major

In a shocking incident, Satendra Yadav has been arrested for allegedly murdering his girlfriend, Neelesh, in Delhi. Motivated by a financial dispute and suspicions of infidelity, Yadav strangled Neelesh, packed her body in a suitcase, and disposed of it in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh.

Congress leader questioned the “addition of 7.6 million votes”, pointing out that the initial turnout on the polling day was 58.22%, which jumped to 66.05% overnight.

What are the variants doing the rounds? What are the symptoms? Is the medical system prepared? Why are doctors stressing on the importance of taking basic preventive measures? What is the advice on vaccines and booster doses? Are people with co-morbidities and those who are immuno-compromised at greater risk from the virus?

Only 891 girl babies were registered in Bihar in 2022, for every 1,000 boys; Maharashtra, Telangana, Gujarat also recorded low sex ratios at birth; deaths registered in 2022 dropped sharply from 2021, when COVID hit hardest

The Chief of Defence Staff, who recently confirmed that India suffered losses on May 7 during combat with Pakistan, says the operation was a resounding success and that India’s defence compelled Islamabad to come to a truce on May 10

The Public Works Department is renovating the facility into a multi super-specialty hospital

Amidst a sensitive environment, the Vishalgad Urs faces restrictions as the archaeological department prohibits it, citing the fort's protected status. Despite this, trustees affirm the Urs will proceed from June 8-10, adhering to high court orders and administrative guidelines. Heightened security measures are in place following warnings, with fort access limited to 9am-5pm, ensuring a low-key observance of traditional rituals.

While residents cite the lack of dustbins for the accumulation of waste along corridors and on the ground floor, conservancy workers complain of difficult working conditions in the tenements. The Corporation will float tenders for sanitation work in TNUHDB tenements in Zones I to X

Last year, the achievement was around 3.88 lakh acres, which was about 1.7 lakh acres short of what was covered during 2023-24

A two-day Organic Mango and Jackfruit Fair organised by Sahaja Samrudha and Rotary Club of Hubballi has begun at Bhagini Mandal in Hubballi with Chairman of Karnataka Legislative Council Basavaraj Horatti inaugurating it on Saturday.