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Chennai IAF Air Show Tragedy: How Overcrowding and Heat Led to a Deadly Disaster

Manish Kumar

What was meant to be a proud celebration of India’s Air Force (IAF) prowess turned into a devastating event at Chennai’s Marina Beach on Sunday, October 6. Five spectators tragically lost their lives, and over 100 others were hospitalised following the IAF’s air show, held to mark its 92nd anniversary. The sheer scale of the event—expected to draw 15 lakh spectators—coupled with overcrowding and scorching heat, resulted in a chaotic and deadly aftermath. A Spectacular Display Turns Deadly Thousands flocked to Marina Beach early in the morning to witness Chennai’s…

Prashant Kishor’s Ambitious Vision for Bihar: Aims to Transform Bihar into a Top Ten State in a Decade

Manish Kumar

The Strategist with a Mission Prashant Kishor, widely recognized as a political strategist, has a reputation for being a key figure behind several successful electoral campaigns. Known for his sharp acumen and innovative strategies, Kishor has carved a niche for himself in Indian politics. However, his journey has now taken a significant turn. From the backrooms of political campaigns, Kishor has stepped onto the frontlines by officially launching his political outfit, the Jan Suraaj Party, on October 3. His vision? To transform Bihar, one of India’s most underdeveloped states, into…

Delhi Traffic Advisory: Independence Day Restrictions and Routes to Avoid

Manish Kumar

As India prepares to celebrate its 78th Independence Day with grandeur and patriotic fervor, the Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory to ensure smooth traffic management and enhanced security, particularly near the Red Fort, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the national flag. Traffic Restrictions on Major Roads In light of the Independence Day celebrations, several key roads in central Delhi will be subject to traffic restrictions from 4:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Thursday, August 15. These measures are intended to manage the crowd and secure the…

Over 100 Palestinians Killed in Gaza School Airstrike: Israel and Hamas Clash Over Responsibility

Manish Kumar

Deadly Airstrike Hits Gaza School Shelter An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school on Saturday resulted in the deaths of over 100 Palestinians, with dozens more injured, according to the official Palestinian news agency. The school, located in Gaza City’s Al-Sahaba area, was serving as a shelter for displaced individuals. The Hamas-run Gaza government media office reported that the strike occurred during early morning prayers, exacerbating the number of casualties. Spokesperson Mahmoud Basal described the event as a “horrific massacre,” with some of the victims’ bodies catching fire due to…

India Committed to Ensuring a Conducive Habitat for Elephants: PM Modi

Manish Kumar

On World Elephant Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India’s dedication to protecting its elephant population by ensuring they have a conducive habitat. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi highlighted the importance of community efforts in safeguarding these majestic creatures and emphasized the cultural and historical significance of elephants in India. “On this occasion of World Elephant Day, we appreciate the wide range of community efforts to protect elephants,” the Prime Minister wrote. “At the same time, we reaffirm our commitment to doing everything possible to ensure…

Bangladesh’s Sheikh Hasina Quits, Army Takes Over Amid Massive Protests

Manish Kumar

Dhaka, Bangladesh – In a dramatic turn of events, Sheikh Hasina has resigned as Prime Minister of Bangladesh amid violent clashes between her supporters and protesters demanding her departure. The Bangladesh Army has stepped in, announcing plans to form an interim government and calling for a return to peace. Hasina Flees Amid Protests Sheikh Hasina, who began her fourth consecutive term as Prime Minister in 2009, departed the capital Dhaka in a military helicopter and is reportedly heading to a safer location, potentially in India. Accompanied by her younger sister…

Meta Rolls Out AI Chatbot in India to Expand AI Offerings

Manish Kumar

New Delhi, India: Facebook parent company Meta has announced the rollout of its artificial intelligence chatbot, Meta AI, in India, aiming to scale up its AI offerings in a highly competitive market. The launch, announced on June 24, follows months of testing with a section of users in India, Meta’s largest market, with over a billion combined users across its suite of apps. Competitive Landscape The introduction of Meta AI in India comes shortly after rival Google extended its AI chatbot, Gemini, to the country, supporting nine Indian languages. These…

Need to make Hydrogen cleaner and more economical: Principal Scientific Advisor to Government of India

Manish Kumar

The 41st Steering Committee Meeting of the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) is being convened in New Delhi, India during March 18 – 22, 2024. The first day of the five-day meeting has been organised as IPHE Academic Outreach at IIT Delhi, on March 18, 2024, where the conference delegates provided valuable insights into the future of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. Addressing the inaugural session, Principal Scientific Advisor, Govt. of India, Prof. Ajay Sood pointed out that while hydrogen is not a very new technology, there…

Afghans fleeing Pakistan lack water, food, shelter, and toilets once they cross the border: Aid agencies claims

Manish Kumar

Afghans fleeing Pakistan to avoid arrest and deportation are sleeping in the open, without proper shelter, food, drinking water, and toilets once they cross the border to their homeland.  Afghans leave Pakistan from two main border crossings, Torkham and Chaman.  The Taliban have set up camps on the other side for people to stay in while they wait to be moved to their place of origin in Afghanistan.  Children have no access to basic foods.  The country director for Save the Children, said many of those returning are coming back…

US warns North Korea would ‘pay a price’ for any arms deal with Russia

Manish Kumar

US officials have warned North Korea it will “pay a price” if it strikes any arms deal with Russia, after saying that negotiations were “advancing” between the two nations.  The National Security Council claimed arms negotiations between Russia and North Korea are “actively advancing,” after Russian defense minister Sergei Shoigu visited Pyongyang.   Leading media reported the potential meeting between Kim and Putin in Russia is expected to take place this month.  North Korea delivered infantry rockets and missiles into Russia for use by Wagner forces late last year, and the…