January 2025 - Page 10 of 11

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Six Dead in Tirupati Temple Stampede, PM and CM Express Condolences

A tragic stampede at Andhra Pradesh's Tirupati temple late Wednesday claimed the lives of six devotees and left several others injured. The incident occurred near the Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan ticketing center as a large crowd gathered to secure tokens for the 10-day Vaikuntha Dwara Darshanam, which starts on January 10. The stampede broke out as hundreds of devotees rushed to obtain tickets. Injured individuals were immediately taken to the Sri Venkateswara Ramnarayan Ruia Government General Hospital for treatment. One of the victims, Mallika, tragically lost her life in the stampede. Her grieving husband stated, "While my wife and others were trying to obtain Vaikunta Dwara Darshan tickets, a stampede occurred, resulting in her death. I have informed our relatives, and they are on th...

Jan82025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

First US Death from H5N1 Bird Flu Sparks Concern, But Public Risk Remains Low

Breaking News, Disasters, Environment

In a first for the United States, a Louisiana man has died from H5N1 bird flu, a strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Health experts, however, reassure that the risk to the general public remains low. The Louisiana Department of Health reported on January 6 that the man, aged over 65 and with pre-existing medical conditions, contracted the virus after exposure to backyard poultry and wild birds. Officials confirmed there was no evidence of person-to-person transmission in this case. The man, identified as the country’s first severe H5N1 patient, was hospitalized in December with respiratory symptoms. Health authorities diagnosed him with the D1.1 subtype of the virus on December 13. This strain has been spreading widely in U.S. poultry and wild birds. The D1.1 subty...

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V Narayanan Named New ISRO Chief Now Succeeding S Somanath and takeover Office on January 14

Breaking News, Space

The Union government has announced that V Narayanan will succeed S Somanath as the chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the secretary of the Department of Space. Narayanan, currently the director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), will take over on January 14, 2025, for a term of two years or until further orders. Narayanan is a distinguished scientist and an expert in rocket and spacecraft propulsion, has been with ISRO since 1984. Over his nearly 40-year career, he has played a pivotal role in various landmark projects, particularly in solid and liquid propulsion systems: Worked on the Solid Propulsion systems of the Augmented Satellite Launch Vehicle (ASLV) and Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) during ISRO’s early years. Contributed t...

Jan82025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Rescue Ops Underway for 11 Miners Trapped in Assam’s Rat-Hole Mine

Breaking News, Disasters

Teams from the Army, Navy, Assam Rifles, NDRF, and SDRF are racing against time to rescue 11 miners trapped since Monday in a flooded "rat-hole" coal mine in Assam's Dima Hasao district. The mine, located in the 3 Kilo area of Umrangso, was inundated after an underground water channel breach, leaving rescuers grappling with nearly 100 feet of water inside. Rescuers initially entered the waterlogged mine and discovered personal belongings like shoes and sandals but found no signs of the miners. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma noted that the workers might be in horizontal rat holes, emphasizing dewatering as the only viable option. Specialist pumps from ONGC are currently in use, with Coal India set to join the operations with their equipment on Wednesday. Defence PRO Lt Col M Rawat...

Jan72025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Earthquake in Tibet Claims 95 Lives, Tremors Felt in India

Breaking News, Disasters

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck Tibet near the Nepalese border early Tuesday morning, leaving 95 people dead, according to Chinese media Xinhua. The tremors, originating from Tingri county in Shigatse city, were felt across parts of India, including Bihar, Assam, and West Bengal. The quake's epicenter was located in Tingri, approximately 400 km southwest of Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. Tingri is a popular tourism hub for visitors to Mount Everest. The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported that the earthquake occurred at 6:35 am. Two aftershocks were recorded soon after: A 4.7-magnitude quake at 7:02 am at a depth of 10 km or 4.9-magnitude quake at 7:07 am at a depth of 30 km. Both aftershocks were centered in Xizang, Tibet, according to NCS updates shared...

Jan72025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Winter Storm Batters Eastern US: Heavy Snow, Freezing Rain Disrupt Travel, Claim Lives

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Disasters, Environment

A powerful winter storm system swept across the eastern United States on Monday, blanketing cities in heavy snow and freezing rain, disrupting travel for millions, and leaving at least five people dead. The storm, which had already caused hazardous road conditions in the Midwest over the weekend, left a trail of destruction, power outages, and travel chaos. As of Monday afternoon, over 175,000 residents from Missouri to Virginia were without power, according to Poweroutage.us. Meanwhile, air travel was severely impacted, with more than 2,400 flights canceled and thousands more delayed, per FlightAware. The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasted up to a foot of snow in Washington, D.C., paralyzing the nation’s capital. Schools were closed, and residents waded through snow-laden str...

Jan72025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Confirms First HMPV Cases Infants Affected in 3 States

Breaking News, Disasters, Environment

India on Monday reported its first-ever cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a globally recognized respiratory virus, with five confirmed infections across Karnataka, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu. The cases, involving infants under one year of age, have sparked concern and prompted health officials to issue guidelines for monitoring and prevention. First Cases in Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Chennai, and Salem In Bengaluru, two infants a three-month-old who has been discharged and an eight-month-old recovering in a hospital were among the first cases identified. Ahmedabad reported a two-month-old baby infected with HMPV, while Tamil Nadu recorded one case each in Chennai and Salem. Authorities confirmed that the families of the infected infants in Bengaluru and Ahmedabad had no recent trave...

Jan72025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

9 Laborers Trapped in Assam Coal Mine Rescue Efforts Underway

Breaking News, Disasters, Environment

Nine laborers were reported trapped in a coal mine in the Umrangso region of Assam's Dima Hasao district on Monday. The incident occurred after water unexpectedly entered the mine, raising fears about their safety. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the situation and said all efforts are being made to rescue the trapped workers. Chief Minister Sarma, sharing the names and details of the laborers on his X handle, expressed deep concern over the situation. He said that assistance from the army has been sought while rescue teams from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are en route to the site. "Distressing news from Umrangso, where laborers are trapped in a coal mine. The exact number and status are yet unknown. The D...

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Powerful 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Tibet, Claims 32 Lives

Breaking News, Disasters

A devastating earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck Tibet near the Nepalese border early this morning, leaving 32 people dead, Chinese media outlet Xinhua reported via AFP. The tremors were felt across several regions, including parts of India such as Bihar, Assam, and West Bengal, sending shockwaves of concern through affected areas. The earthquake occurred at 6:35 am, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), and was followed by two aftershocks. The first aftershock, measuring 4.7 in magnitude, was recorded at 7:02 am at a depth of 10 km. The second, a 4.9-magnitude tremor, struck at 7:07 am at a depth of 30 km. In Bihar, residents were seen rushing out of their homes and apartments as the tremors shook the region. While no damage to property has been reported in India, t...

Jan62025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Scientists Identify ‘Mystery Volcano’ That Cooled Earth’s Climate in 1831

Breaking News, Environment, Learning & Developments

Nearly two centuries after one of the most powerful eruptions of the 19th century caused global temperatures in the Northern Hemisphere to drop by around 1 degree Celsius, scientists have pinpointed the culprit: Zavaritskii volcano on Simushir Island in the northwest Pacific Ocean. The island is part of the Kuril Islands archipelago, a region disputed between Russia and Japan. Published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences journal, the groundbreaking study links the historic 1831 eruption to Zavaritskii, which had previously been dormant since 800 BC. This revelation comes after decades of uncertainty, during which researchers knew the year of the eruption but struggled to locate the volcano responsible. The breakthrough came from analyzing ice cores collected from ...