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SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP government of negligence after 18 killed in Unnao accident
Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP government in response to a fatal accident on the Lucknow-Agra Expressway that claimed 18 lives. He questioned the negligence of the government regarding parking zones, CCTV monitoring, highway police presence, and towing assistance. The incident involved a bus colliding with a milk tanker, leaving 19 injured.
NHRC notice to UP DGP over brothers' suicide
The NHRC has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report carried on June 25 that "two brothers of Agra committed suicide within three days due to alleged harassment by police personnel of Sadabad police station in Hathras", the human rights panel said in a statement.
Railway Board reduces speed of Vande Bharat, Gatiman Express trains to 130 kmph
The letter specifically mentions three trains - train number 20171/20172 (New Delhi-Rani Kamalapati Vande Bharat Express), 22470/22469 (Hazrat Nizamuddin-Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express) and train number 12049/12050 (New Delhi-Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi Gatiman Express).
IMD Update: Monsoon progresses in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar; Heatwave alert in Delhi, UP
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts the advancement of the Southwest Monsoon in parts of Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and other regions. Heatwave alerts are issued for Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana. The weather is expected to be severe in some areas, with relief from heatwaves anticipated after June 18. Heavy rainfall is likely in several states, including Assam, Meghalaya, and Odisha.
Delhi sears at nearly 50°C, hits highest maximum temperature this summer
Temperatures in parts of Delhi, including Mungeshpur, Najafgarh, and Pitampura, reached nearly 50°C on Wednesday morning as a heatwave gripped northern and central India. Churu in Rajasthan and Sirsa in Haryana saw maximum temperatures slightly exceeding 50°C. The IMD forecasts relief after May 30. India's power demand hit a seasonal high of 239.96 gigawatts.
Railways suspends drivers, assistants for operating trains at 120 kmph against 20 kmph limit
Drivers of Gatiman Express and Malwa Express suspended for speeding at 120 kmph in a 20 kmph cautionary speed limit section near Agra Cantt during bridge renovation work.
Severe heatwave pushes temperature to closer to 48 degrees in many states. Here are hottest places in India
Heat wave conditions persist in Northwest India, Haryana, Delhi, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Saurashtra, Kutch, Vidarbha, and Marathwada as per IMD. Temperatures have inched closer to 48 degrees in many places
Delhi reels under severe heatwave: IMD issues 'red alert' as temperatures soar
Delhi is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 47 degrees Celsius, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a 'red alert' for the next five days. The scorching weather has led to record peak power demand and the immediate closure of schools by the Delhi government. The extreme conditions are not limited to Delhi, as northwest India, northern Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat are also facing severe heatwaves. Safety precautions, including staying hydrated and avoiding prolonged sun exposure, are being emphasized to prevent heat-related illnesses.
Delhi hottest in India as temperature soars closer to 48 degrees. Check IMD's list of hottest places in the country
Northwest India, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat face a severe heatwave. Delhi's Najafgarh recorded country's highest at 47.8°C on Sunday. IMD issues red alerts for Delhi and forecasts heatwaves in many states.
Delhi Temperature may soar above 45°C today; heatwave alert in North India till May 21
Delhi heatwave alert: Met department forecasts a partly cloudy sky, heatwave, and strong surface winds for the day. Heatwave conditions, defined as a maximum temperature exceeding 4.5 degrees above normal, reaching at least 45 degrees Celsius, are expected.
Heat wave sweeps India: Delhi records 47.4 deg C, Najafgarh hottest in country; Agra and Barmer hit 46.9°C
On Friday, Delhi witnessed extreme temperatures, with the mercury soaring to 47.4 degrees Celsius in the Najafgarh area, as reported by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), making it the hottest location in the country. This scorching heatwave caused eight stations in Delhi to surpass 45 degrees Celsius, leaving residents grappling with oppressive conditions.
4 coaches of Sabarmati-Agra superfast train derail in Rajasthan's Ajmer, no casualty
Sabarmati-Agra express train derails near Ajmer with no casualties reported. Shashi Kiran of NWR Zone mentions unknown cause. Train headed to Agra. Services restored, helpdesk/helpline set up, and multiple train disruptions.
BJP saving examination mafia, corrupt people: Priyanka Gandhi on Agra exam paper leak
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized the BJP over another exam paper leak in Uttar Pradesh, accusing the ruling party of compromising the education system to protect the examination mafia and corrupt individuals. The mathematics and biology question papers of the class 12 board exam were allegedly shared on a WhatsApp group. Priyanka Gandhi questioned the BJP's commitment to the future of children and youth and called for accountability.
Delhi: Five dead after bus collides with car on Yamuna Expressway
According to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Shailesh Pandey, "5 people have died in the road accident that took place on the Yamuna Expressway. The incident took place when a bus enroute to Noida from Agra hit a divider, lost control and collided with a car."
Tuesday coldest day in Delhi with 5.3°C ; Kanpur and Agra go down to 1°C
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi experienced its coldest day this winter on Tuesday, with the minimum temperature dropping to 5.3°C. It was still colder in neighbouring Uttar Pradesh, with the minimum temperatures in Kanpur and Agra dropping below freezing point -- at 1.1 and 1.0°C respectively.
Agra Summit collapsed due to Pervez Musharraf's Kashmir 'overreach', lack of intent to combat terror; not because of Advani: Book
Pakistan's then President Pervez Musharraf's "overreach" in publicly airing his hawkish views on Kashmir, his lack of intent in containing terrorism and insistence on a formulation linking forward movement in overall ties to progress on Kashmir led to the collapse of Agra Summit in 2001 and not because of LK Advani's hardline approach.
Viral video: Onlookers loot chickens after an accident on Agra-Delhi highway due to fog
A video capturing the incident has gone viral on social media. The unsettling footage shows individuals hastily gathering chickens and swiftly departing the accident scene on the highway. Some even went to the extent of bundling the birds into sacks, creating a peculiar scene amidst the aftermath of the mishap.
Several vehicles collide on Agra-Lucknow expressway due to dense fog
In another incident in Uttar Pradesh's Raebareli, a high-speed truck rammed into a house on the Bareli-Sultanpur Highway due to dense fog. No injuries were reported, however, there was a loss of property, informed the eyewitness.
G20 long weekend: Travel companies cheer, but Delhi traders on edge
The upcoming G20 summit in India is proving to be a business opportunity for travel companies as many people are choosing to leave the National Capital Region (NCR) during the event. Travel companies like SOTC and MakeMyTrip have seen a rise in business as a result. However, retailers and traders in the NCR are concerned about the closures and potential loss of sales during the summit.
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