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Death toll climbs to 11 as rescue efforts continue

Death toll climbs to 11 as rescue efforts continue

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JUNE 24 Day the incident occurred in south Kolkata’s Tarantala area The toll in the Taratala warehouse collapse in south Kolkata rose to 11 on Thursday as rescue teams, aided by the Army’s advanced ground-penetrating radar (GPR) system, continued intensive search operations through the rubble for over 24 hours after the incident, officials said. Five more people were rescued from the debris in the morning, taking the total number of victims pulled out from under the rubble to 30, according to sources involved in the operation. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Three dead after under-construction warehouse collapses at Taratala in Kolkata; rescue efforts on

Three dead after under-construction warehouse collapses at Taratala in Kolkata; rescue efforts on

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An under-construction warehouse in Kolkata’s Taratala area collapsed on June 24, 2026. | Photo Credit: Senjuti Sengupta Three people died after an under-construction warehouse in Kolkata’s Taratala area collapsed on Wednesday (June 24, 2026) afternoon. Eighteen workers are trapped under the structure. Kolkata under-construction warehouse collapse updates West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari reached the accident site along with a few Ministers from his Cabinet. “All the agencies are working together. We have rescued 21 persons of which three have died,” Mr. Adhikari told media persons at the accident site. About 18 persons are still trapped inside, contact has been established between them and rescue personnel, he said. Rescue teams, doctors and personnel of the Kolkata Police reached the spot, and attempts are being made to bring out workers trapped under the debris. According to locals present at the accident site, 50 to 60 workers were working at the site when the accident happened. Rescue teams began to cut an iron beam that had fallen and started bringing the workers out. JUST IN | An …

Traditional healers pose a challenge to Africa’s efforts to control Ebola outbreak

Traditional healers pose a challenge to Africa’s efforts to control Ebola outbreak

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Whenever Ebola comes, some of the afflicted choose the road to the nearest hospital. Others take the path to the shrine of a traditional healer, often with devastating consequences. Ebola outbreaks often challenge health systems in remote communities, where misinformation and traditional beliefs delaying access to medical care. (Representative/AFP) Many view the onset of hemorrhagic fever as a spiritual affliction and seek out herbs and prayers instead of going to the hospital. This is the case now in Congo, which is suffering its seventeenth outbreak of Ebola since 1976, when the virus was first identified in the rich Congo Basin ecosystem. Five decades later, the virus continues to mystify many of the sick in Africa while turning religious leaders into first responders in a deadly emergency. The current outbreak’s victims include health workers without protective gear as well as pastors and worshippers who gathered while Ebola was spreading, according to humanitarian workers and others who spoke to The Associated Press. Ebola spreads through close contact with sick or deceased patients’ bodily fluids. The current outbreak …

Ayodhya temple committee inaugurates conservation lab to preserve, restore artefacts; security efforts ramped up

Ayodhya temple committee inaugurates conservation lab to preserve, restore artefacts; security efforts ramped up

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The two-day meeting of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Construction Committee concluded on Sunday. A four-kilometre boundary wall will be constructed around the Ram Mandir complex, along with 25 watch towers. (File Image/AP) Speaking to reporters, Chairman of the construction committee, Nripendra Mishra, said that a conservation laboratory has been inaugurated. He said the main objective of the lab is to preserve and restore various artefacts kept for display, including textile paintings, artworks and stones recovered during excavations, which may require revival after a period of time. He said the conservation and preservation laboratory has been set up in collaboration with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts in Delhi, headed by Ram Bahadur Rai. Two experienced staff members from the institution have been deputed and are currently working at the laboratory. They will train the temple staff over the next three years. Mishra further said that the Hanuman ji gallery will be completed by May 30. Discussions were also held with Champat Rai regarding allowing devotees access to the museum, but it was …

Assembly elections 2026 LIVE: Leaders make last ditch efforts to woo voters in West Bengal

Assembly elections 2026 LIVE: Leaders make last ditch efforts to woo voters in West Bengal

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has registered a case to probe recovery of 79 crude bombs in poll-bound West Bengal, officials said. The move on Sunday (April 26, 2026) came following a directive by the Union Home Ministry in this regard, they said. In pursuance to the Home Ministry’s order, the anti-terror agency on Sunday (April 26, 2026) registered a case, which was originally filed at Uttar Kashi police station, Bhangar division, Kolkata on Saturday (April 25, 2026), and took up the investigation, an NIA spokesperson said in a late night statement. — PTI NIA registers case to probe recovery of 79 crude bombs in poll-bound West Bengal NIA investigates recovery of 79 crude bombs in West Bengal ahead of elections, following Union Home Ministry’s directive. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

32 lakh voters have been retained due to my efforts, says Mamata Banerjee | Kolkata News

32 lakh voters have been retained due to my efforts, says Mamata Banerjee | Kolkata News

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2 min readKolkataUpdated: Apr 27, 2026 02:42 AM IST A day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah claimed that BJP has won 110 of the 152 seats that went to polls in the first phase on April 23, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday asserted that TMC has already crossed the 100-mark and will score a double century after the second phase concludes. Campaigning in her constituency Bhabanipur, the TMC chief urged women to “protect” the EVMs until the day of counting on May 4. “Some people say I have a tacit understanding with the BJP. I would like to remind those making such claims that they did not unite and turn up to give a deputation to the Election Commission (EC) when people were being harassed and troubled due to Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. I fought for the people. I went to Delhi, to the EC and to the Supreme Court. Due to my efforts, 32 lakh voters were retained. All legitimate voters will be re-enrolled sooner or later. …

Jamie Overton, Anshul Kamboj Bowling Efforts Restrict SRH to 194/9

Jamie Overton, Anshul Kamboj Bowling Efforts Restrict SRH to 194/9

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A brillant spells from Jamie Overton and Anshul Kamboj has helped Chennai Super Kings to restrict Sunrisers Hyderabad to 194 runs in the IPL 2026 game played at Hyderabad. Both completed their spell with a three-wicket haul in their respective spells and pulled momentum towards CSK. After being invited to bat first, SRH’s Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head opened the innings while Matt Short opened the bowling attack. Abhishek Sharma made a stunning start, smashing a 15-ball fifty, while Travis Head had a decent start. Mukesh Choudhary bagged the wickets of Travis Head and Ishan Kishan in the final over of the powerplay. With Travis Head got dismissed on a full toss delivery, Ishan Kishan sliced the ball to mid off as Gaikwad caught the ball safely. By the end of powerplay, SRH scored 75 runs for two wickets. Jamie Overton who introduced to bowling attack, bagged the wicket of Abhishek Sharma for 59 runs. Innings Break! Fifties for Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen 🤝 3⃣ wickets each for Jamie Overton and Anshul Kamboj 👌#CSK‘s …

Modi addresses nation on Women’s Reservation Bill, says `we made best efforts`

Modi addresses nation on Women’s Reservation Bill, says `we made best efforts`

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed the nation on Women’s Reservation Bill, saying `we (government) made its best efforts`. PM Modi`s address comes a day after the rejection of Women’s Reservation Bill 2026. He spoke about the challenges in advancing women’s representation through recent legislative efforts. In his address, the Prime Minister said that the progress of women in the country has slowed down despite efforts by the government. He noted that citizens across India are witnessing this slowdown. Referring to the proposed changes in the Nari Shakti Adhiniyam, PM Modi said the amendments could not be passed. He expressed regret over the situation and apologised to the women of the country, particularly mothers and daughters, for not being able to deliver the intended reform. LIVE : PM Shri @narendramodi`s address to the nation. https://t.co/PscFnjwKuw — BJP (@BJP4India) April 18, 2026 Emphasis on women’s empowerment The Prime Minister reiterated that empowering women remains a key priority for the government and assured that efforts will continue to strengthen their role in governance and society. The …

Sharif, Erdogan discuss peace efforts in West Asia

Sharif, Erdogan discuss peace efforts in West Asia

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Islamabad, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday discussed efforts for peace in West Asia. Sharif, Erdogan discuss peace efforts in West Asia The two leaders met on the sidelines of the 5th Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkiye, the Prime Minister’s Office said in a statement. Sharif and Erdogan exchanged views on recent regional developments, particularly the evolving situation in West Asia, it said. “The two leaders emphasised the importance of effectively utilising the current window of opportunity to advance a durable and lasting regional peace,” the statement said. Sharif thanked Erdogan for his support and encouragement of Pakistan’s peace efforts and shared with him the updates on how to extend the ceasefire between Iran and the US and resume talks so that a peace agreement could be reached. Erdogan praised Sharif’s peace efforts and said Turkiye would continue to support Pakistan’s diplomatic initiative to bring peace to the region. While reaffirming the deep-rooted, historic, and brotherly ties between Pakistan and Turkiye, both leaders emphasised the importance of …