A massive explosion at a rod manufacturing unit killed four workers. Several other workers sustained injuries in the incident on Sunday. The blast occurred at the KD Global Infrastructure plant in Cachar district. Rescue teams rushed to the spot and launched immediate relief operations. Authorities have initiated an investigation to determine the exact cause.
The US government has introduced new visa restrictions targeting overseas criminal networks. These measures aim to combat cybercrime and extortion schemes that defraud American citizens. The policy builds upon President Donald Trump’s executive order to prosecute cyber-enabled fraud. Chinese criminal organizations are specifically implicated in large-scale investment scams. Recent enforcement actions include sanctions and indictments
The New Delhi Municipal Corporation has launched a robust clean-up initiative at Jantar Mantar, with plans to eliminate around sixty metric tonnes of waste from the protest grounds. The operation, supervised by civic staff, involved sanitation workers and heavy machinery working around the clock. Efforts included repainting and fixing the area, prompted by a notable
Hanle village in Ladakh attracts global tourists for its exceptionally dark night skies. This remote location offers pristine views of the Milky Way, drawing stargazers worldwide. It became India’s first International Dark Sky Reserve in December 2022. Local communities actively preserve these skies, integrating astronomy with cultural traditions. Astrotourism here focuses on community involvement and
Scientists have identified eight common sound patterns that form the basis of birdsong after analysing more than 116,000 recordings from 3,160 songbird species worldwide. The study found that birds living in different habitats sing differently because forests, open landscapes and the way sound travels influence which songs work best, alongside evolution.
New York City’s mayor is implementing a new tax on expensive second homes. This tax aims to fund essential public services across the city. The city is currently experiencing an outflow of high-income residents to other states. Meanwhile, major companies like Airbnb are expanding their presence in New York City. These developments highlight ongoing economic
A new study has found that greater Japanese horseshoe bats adjust their echolocation calls to match the frequencies used by others in their colony instead of avoiding them. Researchers say this shared frequency creates a clearer listening range, helping bats detect prey more effectively despite many overlapping calls from nearby colony members.
A 20-year-old student died after his car skidded and plunged into an open drain. The drain remained largely uncovered and lacked adequate safety barriers for public protection. Locals blamed civic authorities for alleged apathy and repeated unaddressed complaints about the hazard. The Delhi Development Authority stated a proposal for a box drain was under process.
