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12 shops gutted in Poonch fire; locals allege delayed firefighting response

12 shops gutted in Poonch fire; locals allege delayed firefighting response

Chikkamagaluru: Bulk booking of trek permits leaves locals angry

A&NI administration looks to introduce elections to Nicobarese community

Some locals suspect the draft rules are an attempt to give rise to a Nicobarese leadership that may be more favourable to Centre’s interests, especially in Great Nicobar Island, where the existing Tribal Council has been opposing Union government’s ₹92,000-crore project for close to four years now

Delhi fire tragedy: In Hauz Rani, residents rely on ‘themselves, neighbours’ as fears linger

Hauz Rani grapples with the aftermath of a fatal fire, highlighting the pervasive danger of tangled overhead wires and inadequate infrastructure. Residents voice concerns about authorities only acting after tragedies, leaving them to rely on themselves in emergencies. The constant threat of electrical hazards is a grim reality locals have learned to endure.

‘Front half of the car was under a truck’: Clarke reveals terrifying crash after IPL final

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke was involved in a serious road accident in India shortly after the IPL 2026 final. His vehicle crashed into a semi-trailer, leaving him with bruises and the car written off. Clarke expressed gratitude for the support from locals and the BCCI following the frightening incident.

‘Cannot Give Passes To Outsiders’: Shivakumar Says Free Bus Pass Scheme Only For Karnataka Students

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar confirms free bus passes for all school and college students, but only for Karnataka locals, with details to be set with the Transport Department.

Video: Rogue Elephant 'Padayappa' Strikes Again In Kerala, Damages Car

Locals say incidents of wild elephant intrusion have been rising steadily

Video: TMC leader hides under bed as locals demand refund over 'housing fraud'

Video: TMC leader hides under bed as locals demand refund over 'housing fraud'

‘We told them to jump’: Locals recall rescue efforts

As smoke billowed out of Flourish Stay on Wednesday morning and cries for help from upper-floor windows filled the narrow lane in Hauz Rani, the first people to respond were not firefighters or disaster personnel

Ropes, mattresses, bricks, bare hands: How locals fought to save guests in South Delhi hotel fire

Local heroes emerged as a fire engulfed a New Delhi bed and breakfast. Traders, neighbours, and labourers bravely used bricks, ropes, and mattresses to rescue trapped occupants. They smashed windows, created escape routes from rooftops, and entered the burning building to carry out unconscious victims, demonstrating extraordinary courage and community spirit.

Delhi hotel fire: Locals turn saviours amid wails, screams, burning bodies

Rescuers say building’s single entry-exit point and lack of accessible windows made the rescue operation difficult

Gang-Raped For Months, Minor Girl Rescued From Car In Assam, 5 Arrested

A group of locals intercepted a suspicious vehicle and rescued the girl, said police (File)

Malviya Nagar hotel hub serving medical tourists under spotlight after deadly fire

Locals estimate that more than 35 hotels and guest houses operate in the neighbourhood, with many offering budget accommodation for patients and attendants.

'Roof Was Locked, Many Could Have Lived': Eyewitness Recounts Malviya Nagar Hotel Fire Horror

Locals said they used quilts, mattresses and whatever they could find to cushion the fall of those escaping from upper floors.

‘No ventilation’ in shaft-like building, chilling escape video: 5 shocking details in Delhi Malviya Nagar fire

Locals and eyewitnesses in Delhi's Malviya Nagar described how the structure where fire broke out lacked proper windows for ventilation.

Single entry-exit route: 21 killed after fire engulfs Delhi hotel; woman jumps from 3rd floor with kid

A devastating fire at a Malviya Nagar restaurant claimed 21 lives, with many victims being foreigners. Rescue efforts saw dozens saved, but the blaze intensified rapidly. Locals bravely attempted to help those trapped, using mattresses for escape. Authorities are investigating the cause of the tragic incident.

'Laid mattresses on road': How locals helped people escape fire in Delhi's Malviya Nagar eatery

South District SDM and DDMA official Jitendra Kumar said emergency teams were mobilised immediately after receiving information about the incident

Lakshadweep admin plans to acquire beachfront land amid green concerns

Lakshadweep plans to acquire 30 acres on Agatti Island for beach facilities, raising concerns among locals about cultural and environmental impacts.

Srisailam temple management gears up for Yogandhra event on June 11

Participating via video conference in a meeting of Board of Trustees, temple chairman says steps should be taken to ensure active participation of locals and publicity should be given to encourage pilgrim participation

Srinagar airport to be shut for fortnight from October 1 for maintenance; locals fear blow to business

Starting in July, airport operations will be closed for two days every week, culminating in the full 15-day closure from October 1 to October 15