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Tejashwi Yadav claims another bridge has collapsed in Bihar
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav claimed a bridge collapse in Bihar, but officials clarified it was a makeshift structure washed away by heavy rain. Yadav shared a video of the incident in East Champaran district, where locals blamed poor materials. The District Magistrate confirmed it wasn't a bridge but a drain crossing covered with a small structure that collapsed due to rain. The incident adds to recent bridge collapses in Bihar, sparking political accusations.
Amarnath Yatra temporarily suspended due to heavy rain
The Amarnath Yatra was temporarily suspended on Saturday on both routes to the cave shrine due to heavy rainfall. Intermittent heavy rains along the Baltal and Pahalgam routes led officials to take precautionary measures to ensure pilgrim safety. Over 1.50 lakh devotees have already visited the 3,800-metre-high cave shrine to see the naturally formed ice lingam. The yatra began on June 29 via the traditional 48-km Nunwan-Pahalgam route and the shorter but steeper 14-km Baltal route, and will continue until August 19. Last year, more than 4.5 lakh pilgrims offered prayers at the shrine.
Over 20,000 pilgrims visit Amarnath cave shrine, total crosses 1.50 lakh
In Srinagar, over 20,000 pilgrims visited the Amarnath shrine on Friday, totaling over 1.50 lakh since June 29 via Nunwan-Pahalgam in Anantnag and Baltal routes. The 3,800-metre-high ice lingam shrine saw 1,700 security personnel, 275 children, and one transgender participant involved, two deaths reported. The pilgrimage with sadhus ends August 19. Over 4.5 lakh visited last year.
President to witness Rath Yatra in Puri on July 7
President Droupadi Murmu will visit Odisha from July 6 to 9. During her visit, she will witness the Rath Yatra in Puri on July 7, according to an official release from Rashtrapati Bhavan. She will also attend the 96th death anniversary of Utkalamani Pandit Gopabandhu Das in Bhubaneswar on July 6.
NDA's third term marred with paper leaks, terror attacks, train accident, airport canopy collapse: Mallikarjun Kharge
Listing out many recent incidents, Kharge pointed out that there have been exam paper leaks, cancellation of many examinations, train accident, three terror attacks in Jammu & Kashmir, leakages in Ram temple, collapse of canopy at three airports, increase in toll taxes and depreciation of rupee.
Ayodhya administration forms committee to probe Ram Path cave-ins
The MP and Samajwadi Party members demand a swift completion of the investigation into the irregularities surrounding waterlogging and flooding issues. They emphasize the need for a detailed examination by the investigation committee.
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Ayodhya: UP govt suspends six officials after road cave-ins, waterlogging on Ram Path
The Uttar Pradesh government has taken action against six officials from civic agencies due to their negligence, following incidents of road cave-ins and waterlogging along the newly-built Ram Path in Ayodhya. After heavy rains on June 23 and June 25, approximately 15 bylanes and streets adjacent to the Ram Path were flooded, affecting homes as well. Sections of the 14-kilometre road also collapsed in more than a dozen places.
Army, Navy join efforts to rescue excavator operator at soil cave-in site in Palghar
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde disclosed that the Army, Navy, and Coast Guard are aiding rescue efforts for an excavator operator trapped for 17 days after a cave-in at a water project in Palghar. The incident occurred during work on a tunnel shaft at the Surya water supply project site on May 29. Despite extensive operations by local teams and the NDRF, neither the operator nor the machine has been located.
Beautiful hidden places to visit in Odisha that are not beaches
Simlipal National Park is a treasure trove of natural beauty. This park is home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers, elephants, leopards, and gaur. There are also many waterfalls, rivers, and hills to explore. If you're an adventure enthusiast, then Simlipal National Park is the perfect place for you.
Racks and shelves under 1000
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Cave of Death in Costa Rica! No one returns alive. Here are all details
This cave in Costa Rica isn’t safe to enter. The presence of extreme levels of Carbon dioxide results in asphyxiation of any living being that enters the cave, resulting in instant death.
Inside world's deepest blue hole with caves and tunnels. Know what is blue hole, how it is made
The world's deepest known blue hole Taam Ja’ Blue Hole is located in Chetumal Bay off the Yucatan Peninsula. Scientists have reached 1,380 feet or 420 meters below sea level, but it is not the end of the hole.
Maritime Culture of Jambu-Dvipa: A highway linking Middle East to Southeast Asia
Few people know about the Dungi caves of Mumbai that have now made way for the New Navi Mumbai Airport coming up at Panvel. In fact, most Mumbaikars do not know that Mumbai is full of Buddhist caves (Kanheri, Mahakali), some of which became Shiva caves, like the Elephanta caves on Gharapuri island, that one sees when crossing the new Atal Setu.
Melody for Monday: Breathless- Nick Cave & the bad seeds
Cave and his band, The Bad Seeds, lay out the intoxicating thrill of being consumed by love while also acknowledging its transitory nature. It is also a song celebrating pantheism – the belief that reality, the universe, and nature are identical to divinity – without uttering anything beyond wonder and awe.
Exploring caves
Exploring caves offers a unique and captivating experience, taking you on a journey into the unknown. Belum Caves in Andhra Pradesh is one such fascinating destination. As you enter the cave, the outside world fades away, replaced by darkness and intrigue. With careful steps and a torch to guide you, you navigate through the labyrinthine passages, marveling at the rock formations shaped by time.
Ancient bones in German cave challenge timeline of Homo sapiens' arrival in Europe
Bone fragments discovered in Ilsenhohle cave in central Germany have rewritten the early history of Homo sapiens in Europe. The findings, detailed in studies published in Nature and Nature Ecology & Evolution, reveal that our species ventured into colder European latitudes over 45,000 years ago, challenging previous timelines.
'Floating Man Cave': Superyacht fitted with outdoor cinema, wine cellar, smoking room, VR
With a spacious interior measuring 2,500 Gross Tonnage, Armand offers an expansive living area, with its main salon featuring state-of-the-art virtual reality (VR) equipment. Besides, a glass concave structure with LED screens envelops guests in an immersive 180-degree virtual world where they can explore the Serengeti or watch a Grand Prix race.
Stone quarry caves in, 3 feared dead in Mizoram
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) registered a suo-moto case in the stone quarry collapse and had ordered a compensation of Rs 2.4 crore for the victims.
Shane MacGowan honored at solemn funeral attended by stars
Shane MacGowan, The Pogues' frontman, was honored at a heartfelt funeral attended by stars like Johnny Depp and Nick Cave in Ireland. The service featured tributes, musical renditions, and a Dublin procession where mourners paid respects. MacGowan's wife expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support. His health struggles, culminating in his passing at 65 due to various ailments, were noted. The funeral integrated his music, reflecting his impactful legacy, and encouraged compassionate gestures in his memory towards the homeless.
Eric Cantona ventures into music career, hints at potential Rolling Stones support
French football icon Eric Cantona is set to embark on his first-ever UK and Ireland tour, showcasing his musical talents. The 57-year-old, known for popularizing the shout "Ooh ahh Cantona," has released a four-track EP called "I'll Make My Own Heaven" ahead of the live performances. Cantona's music has been compared to artists like Nick Cave and Leonard Cohen, and he sings in both French and English. He sees music as a natural progression in his artistic journey, combining his passion for art and sport.
Massive rescue effort underway to save ailing American explorer Mark Dickey trapped 1,000 meters deep in Turkish cave. Details here
Rescue teams in Turkey are urgently working to save an American explorer, who suffered internal bleeding while exploring a cave over 1,000 meters below the surface. Mark Dickey, aged 40, developed gastrointestinal bleeding inside the Morca cave near Turkey's Mediterranean coast. The operation is one of the world's largest cave rescues, involving 150 rescuers.
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