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Panchkula: The district administration and Panchkula police have issued a public advisory ahead of a high-calibre bomb trial by the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL), a Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) unit, at the Ramgarh Range on May 31.The trial is scheduled between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Officials said bomb splinters could travel up to 1.5km, and a 2km radius around the blast site has been declared a sensitive safety zone.Villages Bhanu and Billa fall within the designated danger zone, with residents advised to exercise extra caution.Police have urged residents to avoid unnecessary movement outdoors during the trial period and…
Lucknow: Organs of a deceased donor received by five patients gave them a fresh chance at life at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences on May 29.Retired staff member of SGPGIMS, Fanish Mani Tripathi, was declared brain dead following a road accident. In the midst of personal loss, his family consented to donate his organs, helping save or restore lives of five patients the same day.Doctors retrieved two kidneys, one liver and two corneas. The kidneys were transplanted into a 32-year-old man from Bahraich, on dialysis since 2022, and a 31-year-old woman from Amethi, who was undergoing dialysis since…
File photo of a boy drinking water to beat the heat in Jaipur Jaipur: As temperatures rise, water scarcity is becoming a daily challenge in several parts of walled city, forcing many families to depend on private tankers and even seek drinking water from neighbours.In localities such as Badanpura, Ramganj and Chowkri Topkhana Desh, residents say water supply has become increasingly erratic. Apart from low pressure in taps, the duration of supply has also been reduced in many areas. While earlier water flowed for around 45 minutes, residents claim it now lasts barely 30 minutes and, in some areas, only…
KOLKATA: Jadavpur University has unveiled a functional prototype retrofitted electric Ambassador taxi, demonstrating a practical pathway to accelerate India’s transition to electric mobility without forcing the premature scrapping of existing Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles. In a country where millions depend on legacy vehicles for livelihood, the shift to new, custom-built EV platforms can impose significant socio-economic costs and leave owners with little salvage value. The university’s initiative addresses this challenge by converting an in-service diesel vehicle into a zero-emission electric vehicle through a technically robust, scalable retrofit approach.The prototype has been developed under the research project “Digital Twin Development…
Jammu, May 30: Transport Commissioner J&K, Vishesh Mahajan, attended a felicitation programme at a coaching institute in Jammu as the chief guest and honoured students for their performance in the CBSE Class 12 examinations. The Transport Commissioner congratulated the students for their hard work and success. He encouraged them to remain focused, work with dedication and pursue their future goals. He interacted with the students and shared guidance on career opportunities, personal growth and facing challenges. Vishesh Mahajan also appreciated the efforts of the institute for their contribution towards students’ academic development. Those felicitated include Diya Rakesh, Ananya Slathia and…
A Lakshmi goddess shrine located at Bangkok shopping mall has become a place where young people come to pray for love and well-being. While praying, people describe in great detail the person they want to win over, believing the goddess will help them. Some even suggest bringing a photo of the person so the goddess can “see their face”. The BBC spoke to people visiting the shrine to find out what they were asking Lakshmi for.Video by BBC News Vietnamese service Source link
Mumbai: The Anti-Evasion wing of CGST and Central Excise Mumbai Central has arrested a 51-year-old Mumbai businessman for allegedly fraudulently availing input tax credit (ITC) of nearly Rs 12.13 crore through bogus GST invoices without actual receipt of goods or services.The agency said arrested accused, Fakhruddins Dahodwala, is the key person and alleged mastermind behind M/s Sikkander & Co, operating from Chinchbunder in south Mumbai. The firm allegedly availed fraudulent ITC using invoices issued by several fake and non-existent entities. Dohadwala was arrested under various sections of Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, carrying punishment of up to five…
New Delhi: At least 27 people have alleged they were duped of nearly Rs 14 crore in an online investment scheme that promised steady returns through “advanced” trading technology, police said.According to complainants, most victims were from middle-class families with limited understanding of forex trading, cryptocurrency markets or digital investment systems. Many invested life savings, while some borrowed money after being assured of consistent monthly returns.Investigators said the scheme was promoted through webinars, seminars, social media campaigns, WhatsApp groups, online meetings and personal referrals. Prospective investors were approached by acquaintances and existing participants and invited to presentations portraying the model…
BENGALURU: Outgoing Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday congratulated DK Shivakumar on being elected as the leader of the Congress Legislative Party, praising his “indomitable dynamism, organisational acumen, and unwavering loyalty,” with the swearing-in ceremony scheduled to take place on June 3.In a post on X, Siddaramaiah wrote, “Heartfelt congratulations to Comrade DK Shivakumar on being elected as the leader of the Congress Legislature Party. Dear Shivakumar, as a colleague, I have closely observed your indomitable dynamism, organizational acumen, and unwavering loyalty to the Congress party. I wholeheartedly wish that all of this is put to good use for the…
Hyderabad: Union coal minister G Kishan Reddy on Saturday accused that the Congress govt failed to procure paddy in time during the current Rabi season and was trying to shift the blame onto the Centre.“How can the ruling Congress leaders criticise the central govt for not procuring paddy from Telangana? The Centre agreed to purchase nearly 53 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of paddy,” he said during a media conference.Kishan Reddy“The state govt had remained negligent towards procurement of paddy until the BJP MPs and MLAs conducted a tour of market yards as part of ‘Rythu Gosa’. Farmers were waiting at…