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Powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan | World News

Powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan | World News

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A magnitude 6.0 earthquake on Aug. 31, 2025 in eastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border killed more than 2,200 people. (Representational/File Photo) A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake has shaken northern Afghanistan, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. There were no immediate reports of damage. The quake’s epicenter was located 22 kilometers (14 miles) west-southwest of Khulm, Afghanistan, and had a depth of 28 kms. It struck at 12:59am Monday local time, the USGS said. Story continues below this ad

CDS Gen. Chauhan conducts ‘strategic review’ at Army’s northern, western commands

CDS Gen. Chauhan conducts ‘strategic review’ at Army’s northern, western commands

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Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan with others during a group photo, at the headquarters of the Indian Army’s Western Command at Chandimandir Military Station, in Panchkula district, Haryana Photo: PIB via PTI Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Sunday (May 25, 2025) carried out a strategic review of the Army’s combat readiness at the force’s northern and western theatres following Operation Sindoor. In separate visits to the two crucial commands that played a major role during the operation, Gen. Chauhan commended the overall synergy and timely accomplishment of tasks under challenging conditions. The CDS, while conducting a strategic review and operational assessment, emphasised the importance of continued vigilance, jointness and synergy across the services to address “evolving threats”, according to the Army. The top military official also exhorted the two commands to render a helping hand in rehabilitation of the civilians targeted by the “adversary”. At the northern command’s headquarters in Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Lt. Gen. Pratik Sharma briefed Gen. Chauhan on operational preparedness …

Northern Army Commander Reviews Security Situation In Jammu And Kashmir

Northern Army Commander Reviews Security Situation In Jammu And Kashmir

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Poonch: Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma visited the Poonch and Naushera districts of Jammu and Kashmir and reviewed the prevailing security situation and operational readiness, the Army said. “Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, visited forward areas of Poonch and Naushera to review the prevailing security situation and operational readiness,” Northern Command, Indian Army posted on X on Friday. “The Army Commander complimented all ranks for the successful execution of operations & exhorted them to maintain sharp vigilance, adopt proactive measures, and uphold exemplary professionalism at all times,” the post stated. Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander #NorthernCommand visited forward areas of #Poonch and #Naushera to review prevailing security situation & operational readiness. The Army Commander complimented all ranks for successful execution of operations & exhorted them to maintain… pic.twitter.com/LIuWJHiXRc — NORTHERN COMMAND – INDIAN ARMY (@NorthernComd_IA) May 16, 2025 Earlier on Friday, the Northern Army Commander complimented the Chinar Corps for their swift action and precise execution in the joint operation that neutralised three terrorists in Awantipora. “Lt Gen Pratik …

More than 100 killed in jihadi attack in northern Burkina Faso, JNIM claims responsibility

More than 100 killed in jihadi attack in northern Burkina Faso, JNIM claims responsibility

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The latest attack shows JNIM’s escalating power and widening reach in Burkina Faso, said Wassim Nasr, a Sahel specialist and senior research fellow at the Soufan Center security think tank. Bamako: More than 100 people, mostly soldiers and aid workers were killed in an attack by a jihadi group in northern Burkina Faso, local residents said on Monday. The attack on several locations, including a military base and the long besieged strategic town of Djibo, was reported, said an aid worker actively involved in dialogues in Burkina Faso’s hard-hit communities. A student from the area said her father was among those killed. Both individuals spoke to The Associated Press on Monday on the condition of anonymity due to fear of reprisals. A jihadi group aligned with Al-Qaida known as Jama’at Nasr al-Islam wal-Muslimin, or JNIM, which is active in the Sahel region, claimed responsibility for Sunday’s attack. Run by a military junta, the landlocked nation of 23 million has been among the worst hit by the security crisis in Africa’s Sahel region, known as the …

Operation Sindoor: Commercial flights suspended in northern parts of India

Operation Sindoor: Commercial flights suspended in northern parts of India

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Image used for representational purpose. | Photo Credit: PTI Several airports in northern parts of the country were shut as India carried out military strikes at several points near its border with Pakistan in the early hours of Wednesday (May 7, 2025). Srinagar airport was closed for flights, according to airport officials. Other airports that were also shut were Leh, Jammu, Amritsar, Dharamshala, according to SpiceJet in a post on X. Also read | Heavy shelling by Pak troops along LoC in Poonch, Rajouri as India carries out ‘Operation Sindoor’ Air India said in a post on said its flights to and from Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh and Rajkot stood cancelled till 12 p.m. on Wednesday. Additionally, IndiGo said its flights from Bikaner were also impacted. #TravelAdvisory In view of the prevailing situation, Air India has cancelled all its flights to and from the following stations – Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh and Rajkot – till 12 noon on 7 May, pending further updates from authorities.… — Air India …

All about Northern Green Anaconda, the largest living snake in the world that weighs 500 kgs | Pets-animals News

All about Northern Green Anaconda, the largest living snake in the world that weighs 500 kgs | Pets-animals News

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In 2024, scientists made a staggering discovery deep in the Amazon rainforest—a previously undocumented species of giant anaconda that shattered all known size records. Named the Northern Green Anaconda (Eunectes akayima), this reptilian behemoth can grow up to 7.5 meters (24.6 feet) in length and weigh an astonishing 500 kilograms (1,100 pounds). With these dimensions, it is now officially the world’s largest and heaviest snake ever recorded. Before this discovery, the Green Anaconda (Eunectes murinus) was considered the world’s largest snake, but the Northern Green Anaconda surpasses it in size and mass. For comparison: Story continues below this ad Length: Up to 7.5 meters (24.6 feet) (with confirmed sightings of a 6.3-meter specimen) Weight: Estimated to reach 500 kilograms (1,100 pounds) Girth: Exceptionally thick, allowing it to swallow large mammals whole Bite Force: Extremely powerful, but primarily relies on muscular constriction to subdue prey (Source: Wikimedia Commons) A predator unlike any other These Amazonian giants are apex predators, capable of taking down deer, capybaras, caimans, and even jaguars. Their hunting technique combines stealth, raw strength, …

Northern Discom launches consumer feedback cell to enhance service quality

Northern Discom launches consumer feedback cell to enhance service quality

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TGNPDCL Chairman and Managing Director, K. Varun Reddy. | Photo Credit: By Arrangement HYDERABAD The Northern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TGNPDCL) has launched a consumer feedback cell to improve service quality for electricity consumers. According to chairman and managing director of the Discom, Karnati Varun Reddy, a random selection of 60 consumers will be contacted every day to gather their feedback on four key service parameters as part of this initiative. Over a month, feedback will be collected from approximately 1,800 consumers to assess the service efficiency and customer satisfaction. Key service parameters for consumer feedback are: timely release of new connections, behaviour of officials and staff, resolution of consumer complaints and prevention of corrupt practices. Based on the feedback, officials, including O&M staff and section officers, will be evaluated and rated. To encourage excellence in service delivery, the Discom will introduce a “consumer service excellence award” every three months for top-performing staff. Mr. Varun Reddy stated that direct engagement with consumers will help TGNPDCL identify and address service issues proactively, ensuring that …

Jaipur Delta wins BMC Advisors Northern India Polo Championship, Rajat Sharma, Ritu Dhawan attend final

Jaipur Delta wins BMC Advisors Northern India Polo Championship, Rajat Sharma, Ritu Dhawan attend final

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India TV Chairman and Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma was the chief guest for the BMC Advisors Northern India Polo Championship 2025 final between Jaipur Delta and Carysil Jindal. Jaipur Delta won the final after beating the Carysil Jindal team by 13-7. Jaipur Delta won the BMC Advisors Northern India Polo Championship 2025 after beating Carysil Jindal in the final on Sunday, March 16. India TV Chairman and Editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma attended the final alongside his wife, Ritu Dhawan, the Managing Director of India TV. Jaipur Delta defeated Carysil Jindal in the final by a scoreline of 13-7, as the Jaipur team dominated the proceedings. The game was closer than what the scoreline suggested, with both the teams leaving no stone unturned to push for the title. Rajat Sharma was the chief guest for the final, and he presented the victorious team with the title. (Image Source : INDIA TV)Ritu Dhawan and Rajat Sharma enjoying the Polo game. The tournament kicked off on March 10 with four participants. Apart from the two finalists, the Achievers and Jindal Panther …

Solar Storm to Trigger Northern Lights in US: Visibility, Timing & Impact

Solar Storm to Trigger Northern Lights in US: Visibility, Timing & Impact

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A solar storm is set to reach Earth tonight, with potential geomagnetic activity that could make the northern lights visible as far south as New York and Idaho. The event is the result of a coronal mass ejection (CME) from the Sun, which was recorded on March 1. The Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has classified this as a G1-level geomagnetic storm, with a possibility of stronger G2 conditions. As a result, skywatchers in mid-latitudes may witness the aurora borealis in areas where the skies remain clear. Geomagnetic Storm Forecast and Impact According to NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center, the CME is expected to make contact with Earth’s magnetic field between March 4 and March 5. The intensity of the storm is predicted to peak between 7:00 p.m. EST and 10:00 p.m. EST on March 5. While a G1 storm is considered minor, space weather physicist Tamitha Skov has indicated that G2 storm conditions remain a possibility, increasing the chances of a more widespread auroral display. Geomagnetic …

10 killed gunmen, one soldier killed in northern Benin | World News

10 killed gunmen, one soldier killed in northern Benin | World News

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Clashes in Benin over the last week between armed groups and the military left ten dead, including one soldier, as the West African country faces an uptick in attacks on army positions. 10 killed gunmen, one soldier killed in northern Benin While the country’s economic capital Cotonou, in the south, continues to draw in international tourists, Benin’s poorer north has for years now seen such attacks, often blamed by the government on jihadist groups seeking to extend their reach from neighbouring Burkina Faso and Niger. Overnight Thursday into Friday, the army launched “an offensive operation” that led to “the neutralisation of nine terrorists,” a source close to the military high command told AFP on Saturday. The operation which a local source said took place in the commune of Karimama came after an improvised explosive device left one soldier dead and two others injured in nearby Kantoro. Both communities are near the border with Niger. While the border near Burkina Faso remains the epicentre of such attacks, communities near the Niger border have seen an uptick …