At least 30 people lost their lives, and over 60 others were injured in a stampede during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, India, on January 29, 2025. The tragedy occurred as millions gathered to take a dip in the sacred river on the most auspicious day of the six-week…
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath Appeals for Calm After Maha Kumbh Stampede
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has urged devotees in Prayagraj to avoid the Sangam Nose area following a tragic stampede at the Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela. He advised pilgrims to perform their sacred baths at alternative ghats along the Ganga to ensure safety while rescue operations…
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Stampede at Maha Kumbh Mela in India Kills Several Devotees
Prayagraj, India – January 29, 2025 A tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, claimed the lives of more than seven people and left around ten others injured in the early hours of Wednesday, according to an official who wished to remain anonymous. The incident occurred…
Morning Headlines: ISRO’s Historic 100th Launch, Maha Kumbh Stampede, and More
ISRO Achieves Milestone with 100th Launch from Sriharikota The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marked a historic achievement on January 29, 2025, with its 100th successful launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The GSLV-F15 rocket, carrying the NVS-02 satellite, lifted off at 6:23 AM, reinforcing India’s space…
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India Protests Sri Lankan Navy Firing on Fishermen, Five Injured
India has strongly condemned the use of force by the Sri Lankan Navy after an incident near Delft Island left five Indian fishermen injured, including two in critical condition. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) summoned Sri Lanka’s acting high commissioner in New Delhi on Tuesday to lodge a formal…
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PM Modi Calls for Strengthening Domestic Supply and Value Chains
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of establishing robust supply and value chains within India during the inauguration of the Utkarsh Odisha Conclave at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar. Addressing a gathering of industrial leaders and policymakers, he highlighted the need for self-reliance to safeguard against global disruptions. “In today’s dynamic…
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Budget Session to Begin with President Murmu’s Address on January 31
President Droupadi Murmu will address both Houses of Parliament on January 31, 2025, marking the beginning of the Budget Session. The address is scheduled for 11 a.m. in the Lok Sabha Chamber of the Parliament House. The Budget Session will be conducted in two phases, according to a Parliamentary Bulletin….
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Trump Says India ‘Will Do What’s Right’ on Illegal Immigration
US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that India will handle the deportation of illegal migrants appropriately, following a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The phone call, held on Monday, marked the leaders’ first interaction since Trump’s recent inauguration. The White House described the discussion as “productive,” covering immigration,…
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PM Modi to Visit US in February, Confirms President Trump
US President Donald Trump announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States in February 2025. The statement came after the leaders held their first telephonic conversation since Trump assumed office for his second term on January 20. Speaking to reporters, President Trump said, “Prime Minister Modi…
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First Confirmed Guillain-Barré Syndrome Death in Pune as Cases Surge to 111 in Three Weeks
A 41-year-old chartered accountant from Pune has become the first confirmed fatality in the ongoing Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak, which has seen 111 cases emerge in the city in under three weeks. Maharashtra’s health department has called in experts from Delhi and Bengaluru to address the crisis and implement effective…