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Anticipating Coldplay’s concert in Ahmedabad in January 2025, the District Child Protection Unit mandates that children must not be used in performances or allowed entry without ear protection. This notice follows concerns raised about potential harm from high sound levels. Previous similar actions include modifying Diljit Dosanjh's concert content to protect children.

The youth got stranded at highly inaccessible Guntimadugu lake

Rape-murder of 12-year-old girl: Kalyan court remands accused couple in 14-day judicial custody

The AAP government provides free 20,000 litres of water per month and over 12 lakh households in the city have benefitted from the scheme, says AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal

Karan Singh demands restoration of Jammu and Kashmir statehood, criticises current status, and advocates for domiciliary laws

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald raised concerns over India's 'intimidating' celebrations during Usman Khawaja's dismissal in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy match in Sydney. He focused on ensuring non-striker Sam Konstas was mentally prepared, citing the incident's potential psychological impact despite no formal charges against India.

Three Indian Army soldiers lost their lives and two others were injured when their vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge near the Wular Viewpoint in Bandipora district. The accident occurred due to inclement weather and poor visibility. Prompt medical assistance was provided by Kashmiri locals. Further details are awaited.

The leakage was blocked after a 11-hour operation and the lorry was taken to the Bharat Petroleum plant

Sunil Gavaskar criticized overseas complaints about Indian pitches after 15 wickets fell on the second day of the fifth Test at SCG. He pointed out the double standards in pitch critiques, stating that Indian players toughen it out abroad without complaining. Rishabh Pant's rapid half-century helped India lead by 145 runs with four wickets remaining.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju visited Ajmer Sharif Dargah to present a chadar on behalf of Prime Minister Modi, emphasizing the message of peace and unity. The gesture marked the 11th time PM Modi participated in the Urs celebration, focusing on fostering a harmonious and inclusive society.

Canada will stop accepting new applications for permanent residence under the Parents and Grandparents sponsorship programme starting in 2025. IRCC plans to process a maximum of 15,000 applications in 2025 and offers the super visa option for extended visits. This change is due to a 20% reduction in permanent resident targets.

The police said the workers were handling chemicals to make fancy crackers when the explosion occurred

Congress Working Committee member says discussions over party’s chief ministerial candidate in Kerala were ill-timed and that his participation in an event organised by Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama ‘need not be made into a big issue’

Abhinav Bhardwaj was kidnapped for ransom in Hathras district on January 1 and a case was registered at Hathras Gate police station, said Additional Director General of Police (STF and Law & Order) Amitabh Yash

A fire at Liguang Market in Zhangjiakou, northern China, caused eight deaths and injured 15 others. The blaze, starting around midday and controlled by 2:00 pm, led to an investigation into the cause. Traditional market settings, often crowded and with outdated infrastructure, pose significant fire risks.

Phasing out of iconic yellow taxis in Kolkata due to age limit, taxi unions seek revival package