A catastrophic building collapse in the suburbs of Chennai has left at least nine people missing and many others feared trapped. The structure, still under construction, collapsed abruptly late on Friday evening, triggering a massive rescue operation amidst dust, chaos, and panic. The Collapse Incident At approximately 6:15 pm local time, construction workers and labourers were concluding their day’s tasks when the building—an eight‑storey tower in the Thirumazhisai area—gave way without warning. According to witnesses, large concrete slabs and steel reinforcing bars cascaded downwards in a rapid, chain‑reaction collapse, transforming the site into a massive heap of rubble within seconds.…
Author: Anjali Singh
Maharashtra is grappling with the full force of the monsoon as Mumbai remains on red alert for the second consecutive day, while rural districts like Beed in Marathwada battle flash floods triggered by incessant rainfall. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has taken charge of the response, conducting aerial surveys and holding emergency meetings to coordinate relief and rescue operations. As the rain continues to pound both urban and rural regions, authorities face a two-front crisis: urban flooding and infrastructure stress in Mumbai, and widespread displacement and crop damage in Beed and surrounding districts. Mumbai on Edge Amid Torrential Rain The India…
In a dramatic turn of events that has shocked environmentalists, educators, and political observers across India, celebrated climate activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk has been detained under the National Security Act (NSA) following violent protests in Leh, Ladakh, that resulted in multiple casualties. Wangchuk, who gained international acclaim for his sustainable water conservation techniques like ice stupas, had just concluded a hunger strike demanding statehood for Ladakh and constitutional protection for indigenous communities under the Sixth Schedule. However, authorities claim his actions and public speeches instigated unrest that led to deadly clashes between protesters and police forces. Background to the…
In a case sending shockwaves through Delhi’s spiritual and academic circles, a self‑styled spiritual leader—widely referred to as “Delhi Baba”—is under investigation after 17 women levelled allegations of molestation, harassment, and abuse. Compounding the allegations is the discovery that his car carried fake diplomatic or embassy number plates, stirring deeper questions about privilege, authority, and impunity. The Accusations: Scale and Nature The accused has been identified as Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati (alias Partha Sarathy). He holds a directorial role at an institute purportedly linked to an ashram in Vasant Kunj, Delhi. The institute offers postgraduate management diploma courses, many of which…
NEW YORK – In a closely watched diplomatic engagement, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) this week, amid escalating tensions over trade tariffs and restrictive visa measures affecting Indian professionals. This marked the first high-level dialogue between the two countries following the Biden administration’s sharp tariff hikes on Indian goods and the controversial revision of H-1B visa fee structures. The meeting, described as “frank and forward-looking” by officials from both delegations, was not just an exchange of pleasantries. It was a deliberate…
A sweeping cyberattack on a key aviation‐service provider has thrown operations into disarray at several major European airports, forcing airlines to revert to manual processing and leaving travellers facing long delays, cancellations, and confusion. The outage, which began late Friday night, primarily impacted electronic check‑in, boarding, and baggage systems provided by Collins Aerospace, sparking widespread criticism of the aviation industry’s vulnerability to third‑party IT disruptions. The Incident Unfolds On the evening of September 19, 2025, multiple major airports across Europe — notably London Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin Brandenburg — reported that automated passenger‑handling systems went offline. According to statements from…
Chhattisgarh, September 17, 2025 — In a crucial counter-insurgency breakthrough, security forces neutralized two Maoist rebels, including a high-ranking leader, during an intense encounter in the jungles of Bijapur district. The operation, carried out near the Chhattisgarh-Maharashtra border, also led to the recovery of sophisticated weapons, explosives, and critical Maoist documentation, officials said. The gunbattle erupted on Tuesday evening following a large-scale joint operation involving the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Chhattisgarh police, CoBRA commandos of the CRPF, and Maharashtra’s elite C-60 force. Acting on pinpoint intelligence, the forces cordoned off a suspected Maoist hideout in the remote Tekmeta forest under…
Dehradun, Uttarakhand – A massive cloudburst over the Doon Valley on Monday night triggered a wave of destruction across Dehradun and nearby areas, leaving at least 13 people dead and 16 others missing, as flash floods and landslides swept through towns and villages. The catastrophe, which unfolded in just a few hours, has exposed the region’s acute vulnerability to extreme weather events. The relentless rain flooded homes, washed away roads and bridges, triggered landslides, and stranded thousands — including tourists in Mussoorie. Rescue teams are in a race against time to locate missing persons, clear blocked roads, and restore essential…
Hamas figures in Doha, declaring that Hamas leaders can no longer assume safety from Israeli operations — “wherever they are.” The comments, made at a joint press conference with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Jerusalem, have sparked intense international concern and raised questions over the future of cross‑border operations, diplomacy, and regional stability. What Did Netanyahu Say? Netanyahu’s remarks came in response to the Doha strike, in which Israel targeted Hamas political leaders gathered in Qatar, ending in the deaths of six people — five Hamas members and a Qatari security officer. While the main leadership was reported…
Indore Horror: Blazing Truck Mows Down Pedestrians on Crowded Road, Leaves Trail of Death Indore, Madhya Pradesh – What started as a typical Monday evening on Indore’s bustling Airport Road turned into a nightmare for residents of the Shikshak Nagar area, as a speeding truck lost control and ploughed into a group of pedestrians and vehicles, before catching fire. At least two people have been confirmed dead, and eight others are receiving treatment for injuries—some of them critical. Local police have warned that the death toll may rise. The accident took place near the Bada Ganpati temple, a well-known landmark…
On the morning of September 12, 2025, C.P. Radhakrishnan was officially sworn in as the 15th Vice-President of India, marking the beginning of a new constitutional chapter for the nation. The oath-taking ceremony was held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, where President Droupadi Murmu administered the solemn oath of office. The occasion was graced by several high-ranking dignitaries, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former Vice-Presidents Jagdeep Dhankhar and Venkaiah Naidu, and a host of Union Cabinet Ministers and Members of Parliament. The event was broadcast live, drawing attention nationwide to the peaceful and dignified transition of one of…
The U.S. administration, led by President Donald Trump, has escalated its legal battle over sweeping tariffs by appealing to the Supreme Court in a move that ties trade policy directly to global security. In court documents filed on September 4, Solicitor General John Sauer argued that tariffs on Indian imports are a “crucial aspect” of broader peace-building efforts in Ukraine—and must be upheld quickly. The appeal follows a 7–4 ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, which deemed most of the tariffs illegal under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), a 1977 statute. That decision…