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"Disproportionate, Unlawful": Global Rights Bodies On Crackdown In PoK

House ramps & road encroachments: When can authorities issue notices or order demolition?

Civic bodies across India make headlines as they crack down on public space encroachments. Laws like the Control of National Highways Act, 2002, and state-specific regulations empower authorities to remove unauthorised structures. Penalties range from fines to demolition, with Supreme Court directives ensuring due notice before action, safeguarding against arbitrary 'Bulldozer Justice'.

India pushes for dialogue on climate finance, adaptation at Bonn climate talks

At the 64th session of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies (SB64), India associated itself with the positions taken on behalf of the Group of 77 and China (G-77), the Like-Minded Developing Countries (LMDC) and the BASIC bloc (Brazil, South Africa, India, China)

India pushes for dialogue on climate finance, adaptation at Bonn climate talks

At the 64th session of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies (SB64), India associated itself with the positions taken on behalf of the Group of 77 and China (G-77), the Like-Minded Developing Countries (LMDC) and the BASIC bloc (Brazil, South Africa, India, China)

Fear of recurrence: How immune memory helps cancer survivors face their worst nightmare

As we observe National Cancer Survivors Month, we delve into an exciting new era in the battle against cancer recurrence: the remarkable memory of our immune systems. Research indicates that our bodies can recognize and target cancer cells long after traditional treatment has concluded.

Bar bodies condemn threats to retired Bombay high court judge, family over 2024 Dawoodi Bohra verdict

The two lawyers’ bodies issued letters of solidarity following HT’s report that detailed the threats and the violent attack on the judge’s daughter in the UK.

Molten metal was at 1600°C, being moved in giant bucket: What we know about Vizag steel plant mishap

While trade union leaders reportedly claimed to have recovered nine bodies, RINL management has not yet issued an official statement confirming the death toll.

Special missions on the anvil for integrated water management and wetland protection in Kerala

Mission planned for protection of waterbodies as part of the Vision 2031 road map

Six workers killed in Vizag Steel Plant

Visakhapatnam, At least six workers of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (Vizag Steel Plant) were killed here on Monday after molten iron spilt on them, officials said.According to the information shared with Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav by Visakhapatnam district health officials, till 6.30 pm on Monday, the bodies of four people out of the six dead have reached the steel plant's general hospital."A total of six casualties reported to the steel plant's general hospital," an official press release said."We are undertaking rescue operations," an official told PTI earlier.A press release from Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's office said multiple workers were killed in the industrial accident. Naidu expressed deep anguish over the deaths. He directed that all departments should work in coordination to extend help.According to the police, molten iron spilt while being moved in a bucket by a crane.Police said the molten iron was extremely hot at about 1,600 degrees Celsius.

Visakhapatnam Steel Plant accident: 8 killed after hot liquid metal spills on workers

A tragic accident at Vizag Steel Plant claimed eight lives and injured six workers. A hot metal ladle fell, causing a massive fire in Steel Melting Shop One. Bodies are difficult to identify due to severe burns. Injured workers are receiving treatment for extensive burns. This incident is the plant's worst since a 2012 explosion.

‘Third Mumbai’ will be built over our dead bodies, says former judge and activist B.G. Kolse Patil

Farmers are agitated over the compensation provisions made by the MMRDA, the authority managing the Third Mumbai or Karnala-Sai-Chirner (KSC) New Town project

Govt steps in to prevent salary disruption in cultural institutions

Temporary charge assigned as vacancies stall routine functioning across key bodies

‘Inspiration from Hitler’, ‘I demolished like anything’: CM Reddy hails his HYDRAA force, says ‘compare with Israel’

Reddy said the need for HYDRAA, which employs thousands of retired Army officers, arose after he witnessed widespread encroachments of lakes and water bodies.

Congress aims for organisation overhaul, agitations from June 18 to corner BJP Govt in Goa

The reconstitution of the Goa Pradesh Congress Committee executive and other organisational bodies will soon be announced as part of a comprehensive restructuring exercise

Ed Sheeran's real journey: From small town dreamer to global star

Emerging from a life of hardship in London to become a global phenomenon, Ed Sheeran embodies the spirit of determination. Dismissed by record companies due to his unconventional style and sound, he pushed forward, driven by resilience. His heartfelt lyrics, forged in the tranquility of Suffolk, struck a chord worldwide, demonstrating that authenticity can overshadow commercial expectations.

Three arrested in Chebrolu double murder case

The bodies of a woman and her mother were found in a cashew orchard in Eluru district on May 29

Kerala CM inaugurates ‘Vikasana Sadassu’ initiative of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation

Over next month, in the run up to local body elections, a series of events will be held across the State to popularise the achievements of local bodies

TMC leader Firhad Hakim resigns as Kolkata Municipal Corporation mayor

Firhad Hakim resigned as Kolkata mayor after securing Mamata Banerjee’s approval, amid a wave of resignations by TMC leaders from civic bodies.

Woman, 2 grandchildren killed in Telangana house fire; cylinder blast suspected

The charred bodies of the victims were found near the main entrance of the house, indicating they had tried to flee the blaze.

Grandmother, two grandchildren killed in midnight house fire after gas leak explosion in Miryalaguda

Charred beyond recognition, the victim bodies were found near the doorstep in their modest one floor home, suggesting a desperate attempt to escape the flames.