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Unacademy fires 250 employees in fresh round of layoffs
Unacademy layoffs: Unacademy has laid off around 100 people from core functions like business development and marketing and the rest are from the sales department, sources told ET.
The worrying changes in India’s monsoon patterns have implications for everything from agriculture to health
Take Maharashtra, 80% of which is rainfed. In areas such as Vidarbha and Marathwada, the onset of monsoon is now late. After a small pickup in July, there is a break in rainfall in August, lasting up to three-four weeks during the fruit formation phase. The wet spell starts again in September and continues well into October, when it should be dry. This isn't limited to Maharashtra. Several critical areas considered the breadbasket of India—Bihar, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh—are witnessing the same pattern.
Chaos at Delhi Airport: Terminal 1 roof collapse leaves cars buried, 1 dead and flights suspended
IndiGo has canceled all flights to/from Terminal 1 due to the partial closure of Delhi Airport caused by heavy rains. Delhi and NCR (National Capital Region) received incessant rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning beginning in the early hours of Friday.
South Korea begins search for answers after battery plant fire kills 22
Following a devastating fire at a lithium battery factory in South Korea that claimed the lives of 22 workers with one still missing, urgent safety inspections have been ordered at high-risk industrial sites. The blaze, which erupted in a warehouse containing 35,000 lithium batteries, resulted in toxic smoke, likely causing the workers to lose consciousness and perish within seconds. The majority of the victims were temporary workers from China, prompting investigations into safety regulations and training practices for foreign laborers.
Netanyahu says he won't agree to a deal that ends the war in Gaza, testing the latest truce proposal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent comments about only agreeing to a "partial" cease-fire in Gaza have cast doubt on a U.S.-backed proposal to end the eight-month-long conflict. Netanyahu stated he is open to a temporary pause to secure the release of some of the roughly 120 hostages held by Hamas but insisted that Israel must continue its military operations to fully eliminate Hamas. This stance contrasts with U.S. President Joe Biden's proposed three-phased plan, which includes a permanent cease-fire and the release of all hostages.
Salman Khan firing case major update: Forensic analysis links suspects to Lawrence Bishnoi's brother
In the Salman Khan house firing case, forensic analysis has confirmed that the audio recovered from the suspects' phones belongs to gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's brother, Anmol Bishnoi. This development sheds light on the alleged involvement of Lawrence Bishnoi's gang in the shooting incident outside Salman Khan's Bandra residence. Salman Khan himself recounted waking up to gunfire on April 14 and expressed gratitude for the police's assistance.
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Why fire incidents are rising? Delhi fire department reveals reason
Delhi Fire Service notes many structures lack fire safety certification, hindering evacuation. Atul Garg highlights challenges in evacuation due to obstructed escape routes and crowded markets, emphasizing the need for better fire safety measures.
Major fire erupts near Manipur CM N Biren Singh's bungalow in secretariat complex
At least three fire tenders were deployed to tackle the blaze. An official stated that the cause of the fire is yet to be identified.
Kuwait fire: 16 Keralites laid to rest so far
The last rites of four Keralites, who lost their lives in the tragic fire incident in Kuwait on June 12, were held at their respective hometowns in Kerala on Saturday where hundreds came to bid adieu. The bodies of 23 Keralites who lost their lives in the fire that happened in one of the residential accommodations of a company at Mangaf in Kuwait, were brought to the state on Friday in a special flight from the Gulf nation.
Delhi: 5 shops gutted in fire at Vasant Vihar Market
A fire broke out in the Vasant Vihar C Block market, gutting five shops in a shopping complex. The blaze, controlled by 10 fire tenders, affected 200 square meters across the ground, mezzanine, and first floors, with no casualties reported. This incident follows a recent fire in Chandni Chowk, prompting an investigation by Delhi Police amidst a surge in fire incidents nationwide due to hot weather conditions.
Kuwait fire tragedy: Punjab man who died was sole breadwinner of his family
Himat Rai, a Hoshiarpur native, was tragically killed in a fire in Mangaf, Kuwait. He was the sole provider for his family, leaving them in shock. The fire claimed 49 lives, mostly Indians, in the Al-Mangaf building on June 12.
Kuwait Fire: Several Indians killed, Jaishankar calls it shocking. Here is all you should know
Kuwait Mangaf Fire Indians: In Kuwait's Mangaf area, a tragic fire claimed 49 lives, including several Indians. Most victims, aged 20-50, succumbed to smoke inhalation. 15 others were injured, with five firefighters harmed during rescue operations. Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousuf Al-Sabah ordered arrests, highlighting safety concerns. The Indian Embassy issued helpline numbers, and Ambassador Swaika visited hospitals to offer assistance. Eyewitnesses recounted the horrifying scene as flames engulfed the building.
Kuwait Fire: PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for victim's families, Indian Embassy extends support
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the death of at least 40 Indian nationals in a devastating fire in a building in the southern Mangaf district of Kuwait. He assured that the Indian Embassy in Kuwait is closely monitoring the situation and working with Kuwaiti authorities to assist those adversely affected.
India's mission in touch with Kuwaiti authorities to provide relief to its citizens affected in Mangaf fire
India's mission in Kuwait is investigating the tragic fire incident in Mangaf, Kuwait, which killed 49 foreign workers, including around 40 Indians, and injured 50. The fire started in a building housing migrant workers in Mangaf.
Many Keralites lost lives in Kuwait fire incident, 30-year-old Shameer among them
Around 40 Indians are understood to have died and over 50 are injured in a tragic fire incident at a labour housing facility in the Mangaf area of Kuwait on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs said, adding the injured are being treated in five government hospitals in Kuwait.
Kerala CM writes to EAM Jaishankar, seeks Centre's intervention in Kuwait fire incident
In his letter, Vijayan said that he came across reports that a fire had broken out in a camp -- known as NBTC camp -- in Mangaf, Kuwait and many Indians, including some from Kerala, have lost their lives.
Finding out if Tamils were among victims of Kuwait fire, says Tamil Nadu government
If Tamils were among injured, necessary medical assistance should be provided by getting information on them, Chief Minister M K Stalin has directed the Commissionerate of Rehabilitation and Welfare of Non Resident Tamils.
Kuwait fire: Massive accident in Mangaf leaves 49 dead, including several Indians; Embassy issues emergency numbers
Kuwait Fire: A major fire in Kuwait's Mangaf area killed 49 workers, many of whom were Indians, including five Keralites. The blaze began in a kitchen of a six-storey building housing 160 workers. The Indian Embassy set up an emergency helpline, while External Affairs Minister Jaishankar expressed shock. Kuwait's Interior Minister ordered the arrest of the building owner and others
Union minister KV Singh urgently leaving for Kuwait to assist victims of fire tragedy
Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh is travelling to Kuwait to assist Indians injured in a devastating fire and ensure repatriation of mortal remains. Over 40, mostly Indians, died in the fire in a building in southern Kuwait.
Fire in Kuwaiti building kills 35, say police
Kuwait Building fire: A tragic fire in a workers' building in Mangaf, Kuwait claimed at least 35 lives, with dozens rescued and 43 hospitalized. Authorities contained the fire and are investigating its cause. Police warn against overcrowding in worker accommodations. Four additional deaths were reported among the hospitalized.
BNPL startup Simpl undertakes another round of layoffs, rejigs senior leadership
Simpl, a Bengaluru-based consumer credit startup, laid off 30 employees after firing 160 executives. Senior executives Vatsal Jain, Ashwini Ravindranath, and Ramkumar Narayanan resigned. Earlier in April 2023, the BNPL startup let go 25% of its workforce or around 150 employees.
Wildfires flare up again in Uttarakhand after brief lull
The forests in Barahat, Mukhem, Dunda and Dharasu ranges besides Varunavat hills in the border district of Uttarkashi are also ablaze, Uttarkashi District Disaster Management Officer Devendra Patwal said. Forest guards, Quick Response Teams, NDRF, SDRF, police and fire brigade personnel are busy dousing the flames in Uttarkashi district, he said.
No casualties reported after fire erupts due to split AC at Lotus Boulevard Society in Noida
A fire broke out in a building at Lotus Boulevard Society in Noida's Sector 100 due to a blast in an air conditioner on Thursday morning. The incident occurred in a flat on the 10th floor, triggering heavy smoke. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported, thanks to the prompt action of security personnel and residents who activated the fire response teams. The firefighting systems in the society were effective, and the fire was quickly contained. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the fire, suspected to be a short circuit in the AC unit.
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.
Fire breaks out in residential building in east Delhi, three dead
A fire broke out in a four-storey residential building in east Delhi, killing three people. A charred body of a 66-year-old woman was recovered from the first floor, while two others, Keshav Sharma and Anju Sharma, were declared dead by doctors. The fire began in 11 two-wheelers in the stilt parking of the house and spread on the first floor. Twelve people were rescued and sent to different hospitals.
Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk: Prediction, fight time, date, where to watch Saudi Arabia Ring of Fire boxing event
Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk fight start time and live streaming details are out. The bxoing bout will be telecast for viewers in the US.
3 dead, over 20 rescued after major fire breaks out in Patna hotel
According to Senior Superintendent of Police, Rajeev Mishra, more than 20 people have been rescued from the building, situated in a crowded locality, by fire-fighters.
Major fire breaks at Pune’s Phoenix Mall in Viman Nagar, Watch video
Massive fire at Phoenix Mall in Viman Nagar prompts swift response. Uncertainty surrounds cause and damage. Incident at Pune shopping mall leads to visitor alarm.
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