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New Delhi: A tragic helicopter crash near Kedarnath in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district on Sunday claimed the lives of all seven people onboard, including the pilot and a two-year-old child. The chopper, operated by Aryan Aviation, was returning from the Kedarnath shrine to Guptkashi when it went down in flames between Gaurikund and Triyuginarayan. Following the accident, helicopter services across all four Char Dham shrines — Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri — have been suspended as a safety precaution. Visuals from the crash site showed the helicopter engulfed in flames in an open field. Early assessments point to bad weather as…

New Delhi: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to visit Canada for the G7 Summit, Indian intelligence agencies have raised serious security concerns over potential threats from pro-Khalistan extremist groups. The agencies have issued detailed warnings to Canadian authorities, urging them to enhance security around the Prime Minister’s movements and monitor known radical elements closely. According to intelligence assessments, the presence of Khalistani groups in Canada—many of which have gained dominance and renewed activity in recent years—poses a significant risk during Modi’s visit, with planned protests and possible disruptive actions already in motion. Sources within the Indian government confirmed that…

Limassol: In a landmark address during his visit to Cyprus, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday underscored India’s meteoric economic rise and digital revolution, declaring that nearly 50% of the world’s digital transactions now take place in India through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). Speaking at the India-Cyprus CEO Forum in Limassol, PM Modi emphasized the nation’s transformation over the past decade, positioning India as one of the fastest-growing economies globally and a rising hub of innovation and digital finance. The visit marks the first trip by an Indian Prime Minister to Cyprus in 23 years, highlighting a renewed focus…

Pune: A tragic bridge collapse in Maharashtra’s Pune district on Sunday afternoon claimed the lives of four people and left over 50 injured, raising serious concerns about infrastructure safety, administrative inaction, and crowd management. The nearly 30-year-old bridge, located over the Indrayani River near Talegaon, gave way under the weight of a large number of tourists, sending many plunging into the river swollen by recent heavy rains. The bridge, which led to the popular tourist destination of Kundmala, had seen a surge in footfall in recent months. Authorities estimate that nearly 8,000 people were using the bridge every weekend. Despite…

Ahmedabad: A team of Boeing experts has arrived in Ahmedabad to assist in the investigation of the tragic Air India plane crash that claimed over 270 lives. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when a London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 people, crashed into a medical college complex shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The crash resulted in the deaths of nearly all passengers and crew on board, with the sole survivor being a passenger seated in 11A. In addition to the lives lost on the aircraft, nearly 30 people on the ground were also reported dead…

Tehran: As the conflict between Iran and Israel intensifies, Iran has responded positively to India’s urgent appeal for the safe evacuation of Indian nationals stranded in various Iranian cities. With Iranian airspace currently shut due to heavy aerial bombardments, Tehran has announced that all land borders remain open, offering a critical alternative route for those seeking to exit the country. In an official statement, Iran’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that, despite the closure of airports, land routes are accessible for evacuation. It extended full cooperation to India, assuring assistance in safely transporting not just diplomats but also civilians. Tehran has asked…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a fresh boost to the iron ore sector, the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) has approved the setting up of mining operations at three additional sites—Cudnem Mineral Blocks VI and VII, and the Tivim-Pirna Mineral Block VIII. The approvals were granted under the provisions of the Air and Water Pollution Acts during the Board’s recent meeting. In addition to the establishment clearances, the Board has also issued operational clearance for the Shirgao mineral block, managed by M/s Rajaram Bandekar Mines Pvt Ltd, clearing the way for full-scale mining at the site. The newly approved Cudnem…