Nagpur Power Demand Hits 780MW Early Amid Intense Summer

Nagpur's electricity demand surged to 780MW in April, nearly a month ahead of last year, exposing network fragility and causing repeated outages in 44°C heat. MSEDCL intensifies maintenance but residents report frequent disruptions.

Major Fire at Moga Scrap Yard Destroys Vehicles

A significant fire erupted at a scrap dealer's workshop near Buggipura Chowk in Moga, destroying over a dozen discarded vehicles. Police suspect sparks from gas-cutting triggered the blaze, which spread rapidly due to strong winds and inflammable material

I-PAC Pauses West Bengal Work After Raids, Arrests

The Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC), founded by Prashant Kishor, has announced a temporary halt to its activities in West Bengal after facing multiple raids and arrests of its staff members.

Nagpur Police Arrests Two for Illegal Firearm Possession

Nagpur Rural Police's Local Crime Branch arrested two individuals for illegal possession of a country-made Mauser pistol. The police seized the firearm valued at Rs 40,000 and mobile phones worth Rs 70,000, totaling Rs 1.10 lakh.

NCW Questions Legal Approach in Paratwada Abuse Case

National Commission for Women chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar expressed concern over legal provisions in the Paratwada sexual abuse case, directing authorities to intensify probe into digital evidence and financial angles.

Trump Calls Emergency Meeting After Iran Defies Hormuz Ban

US President Donald Trump has called an urgent Situation Room meeting at the White House amid escalating tensions with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, following reports of IRGC gunboat attacks and defiance of maritime restrictions.

Punjab Stubble Burning Cases Far Lower Than Top State

Punjab's crop residue burning incidents are nearly 1,700 times lower than the worst-affected state, with only 10 cases reported this season. Data reveals stark disparities across five states, with one state accounting for over 71% of total incidents.

Surat Mother Dies After Poisoning Daughters; Girls Recover

In Surat's Singanpor area, a mother allegedly poisoned her two young daughters before consuming the same substance herself. The girls have recovered, while the mother died. Police have registered an attempted murder case and are investigating the motive.

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