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Water level in India's main reservoirs rise to 26% of total live storage capacity: CWC
Heavy rains have increased water levels in 150 main reservoirs in India to 26% of total live storage capacity, but still lower than last year. The current live storage stands at 46.311 BCM, 26% of total capacity. Northern and eastern regions are facing notable shortfalls. Ongoing monitoring aims to help manage water scarcity.
Amid rains, water level in India's main reservoirs rise for first time since September 2023
According to the bulletin, out of the 150 reservoirs, 20 are dedicated to hydroelectric projects, with a total live storage capacity of 35.30 billion cubic meters (BCM). The CWC bulletin on July 4 said the live storage available in these reservoirs was 39.729 BCM, which is 22 per cent of their total live storage capacity.
Live mannequin display of woman at Dubai mall sparks debate over ethical marketing: Viral Video
A Dubai clothing store, Manto Bride, sparked controversy by employing a live model, Angelina, to pose as a mannequin at its storefront in Dubai Festival City Mall. The stunt, which Angelina shared on Instagram and TikTok, quickly went viral, amassing hundreds of thousands of views and generating mixed reactions online. Critics labeled the display as "inhuman" and "modern-day slavery," while others praised it as innovative marketing.
From black and white to color: Maharashtra prisoners to now get color TV sets and washing machines
Maharashtra's prisons are undergoing substantial upgrades aimed at improving living conditions for inmates. This initiative includes replacing non-functional black and white TVs with modern color television sets connected to dish cables, providing inmates access to free-to-air channels for approximately six to seven hours daily. This upgrade is intended to keep inmates occupied and mentally balanced. Additionally, industrial-grade washing machines are being installed to enhance hygiene standards by automating the clothes washing process, reducing manual labor and improving cleanliness. These efforts reflect a proactive approach by prison authorities to enhance inmate welfare and rehabilitation outcomes.
Copa America 2024 live, USMNT schedule: USA vs Panama prediction, start time, where to watch
Copa America 2024 host USA or USMNT will take on minnow Panama in a crucial soccer game ahead of big clash against Uruguay.
Delhi heatwave claims at least 20 lives; Hospitals overwhelmed amid power demand surges
Delhi Heatwave: Delhi's severe heatwave has resulted in a significant increase in heat-related deaths and hospital admissions. At least 34 deaths, including both confirmed and suspected heatstroke cases, have been reported. Hospitals are overwhelmed with patients, and the city's power demand has reached record levels due to extreme temperatures. Authorities are urging residents to take necessary precautions and reduce power consumption during peak hours to manage the crisis.
Water levels drop nationwide, southern region hit hardest
The latest data on 150 main water reservoirs shows a total live storage of 39.765 billion cubic meters, just 22% of total capacity, with a week-on-week decline due to rising temperatures. The southern region is hit hardest at 13% capacity. Northern, eastern, western, and central regions also show varying storage levels. Some basins reported deficient or highly deficient conditions.
Four government officials arrested in Rajkot fire tragedy
Rajkot police in Gujarat on Thursday arrested four government officials including a town planning officer (TPO) in connection with the devastating fire at TRP game zone here that claimed 27 lives last week. TPO M D Sagathia, assistant TPOs Mukesh Makwana and Gautam Joshi, and former station officer of Kalavad Road fire station Rohit Vigora were arrested, said an official.
Cyclone Remal claims 27 lives in Mizoram
Mizoram and Assam have experienced landslides due to cyclone 'Remal', resulting in 27 deaths and 3 in Assam. A massive landslide in Aizawl district killed 13 people, including two minors, and left eight missing. The landslide caused house collapses and worker camps to collapse, burying 21 people. Infrastructure damage is expected to impact electricity and water supply.
Cyclone Remal claims 27 lives in Mizoram; CM allocates Rs 15 crore relief fund
Cyclone Remal has claimed 27 lives in Aizawl district following landslides. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has announced comprehensive relief measures to aid those affected by Cyclone Remal within the state.
Prime accused in Rajkot TRP game zone fire incident arrested
Main accused Dhaval Thakkar in Rajkot TRP game zone fire arrested by Banaskantha Local Crime Branch and Rajkot Police. Fled after fire in game zone, which claimed 28 lives.
Rajkot game zone fire: Court remands three accused in police custody for 14 days
A court in Gujarat's Rajkot city has remanded three men in connection with a game zone fire that claimed 27 lives. The arrests were based on their evasive responses to questions and documents sought from the investigation. The main accused are still on the run, and the court aims to seek their cooperation and elicit the truth. The case involves six partners of the TRP game zone, who were arrested on charges of culpable homicide after a blaze killed 27 people, including children.
Rajkot civic chief, police commissioner and two other IPS officers transferred
Gujarat's state government has transferred the city's police commissioner, two other IPS officers, and the civic chief following a fire that killed 27 people in a recreation centre in Rajkot. The transfer was without postings, and Brajesh Kumar Jha was appointed as the new police commissioner. Rajkot Municipal Commissioner and IAS officer Anand Patel was also transferred.
Game zone fire: Gujarat HC raps Rajkot civic body, says it doesn't have faith in state machinery
The court pulled up the Rajkot Municipal Corporation and asked whether it had turned a blind eye to such a big structure coming up in its vicinity, after the RMC's lawyer submitted that the TRP game zone had not asked for requisite permissions.
Rajkot fire tragedy: One person is still missing, informs Gujarat Home Minister
Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi visited the site of a devastating fire in a Rajkot gaming zone, where 27 people, including children, lost their lives. He reported that one person remains missing and stressed that finding this individual is a top priority.
Rajkot fire tragedy: 30 ICU beds prepared in AIIMS Rajkot for treatment of injured, informs Health Minister Mandaviya
Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya announced the preparation of 30 ICU beds at AIIMS Rajkot for treating victims of the Rajkot fire tragedy, which claimed 27 lives. He expressed his condolences to the bereaved families. Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi prioritized finding a missing person and ordered a thorough investigation. The TRP game zone owner and manager are being interrogated. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also offered condolences to the families of the deceased.
Rajkot Gaming Zone Fire: 27 dead, one missing, investigation underway; Here's all you need to know
A tragic fire at a gaming zone in Rajkot, Gujarat, has claimed the lives of at least 27 people, including nine children. The fire broke out on Saturday evening, engulfing the two-story building housing the TRP Game Zone. The facility was packed with around 300 people, many of whom were children, due to the summer vacation and weekend rush. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing, with one person still missing. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to probe the incident. The Gujarat government has ordered urgent inspections at gaming zones across cities to assess fire safety measures.
Let's get ready to rumble, says Trump as he agrees to two presidential debates with Biden, in June and September
The quick agreement on the timetable followed the Democrat's announcement that he would not participate in fall presidential debates sponsored by the nonpartisan commission that has organized them for more than three decades. Biden's campaign instead proposed that media outlets directly organize the debates between the presumptive Democratic and Republican nominees.
SC rejects plea for termination of over 27-week pregnancy, says foetus has fundamental right to live
The Supreme Court rejected a 20-year-old woman's plea to terminate her 27-week pregnancy, emphasizing the foetus's fundamental right to live despite the woman's traumatic conditions and discomfort. The denial was based on the absence of foetal abnormality and risk to the woman's life.
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