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Flag impact On Regular Classes & Student Safety; Seeks More Equitable Deployment

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Four months into academic session, parents and activists flag non-availability of Hindi-medium NCERT science and social science books

A fire in Noida's Mamura village claimed two lives and highlighted safety issues. An e-scooter charging on a regular socket is suspected to have started the blaze. Flames then spread to petrol vehicles, creating an inferno on the ground floor. Around fifty tenants were safely evacuated from the multi-storey residential building. The building's landlord was arrested following the tragic incident.

A fire erupted in a Noida residential building on Wednesday. Two individuals tragically lost their lives in the Mamura village incident. Several residents are feared trapped inside the burning structure. Local residents captured videos showing thick smoke billowing from the building. People on the terrace used a ladder to escape the dangerous situation.

A tragic incident unfolded as a security guard and his partner are believed to have committed the murder of a Najafgarh man. Authorities discovered the victim's decayed remains near Kargil Chowk in Dwarka. Reports indicate that the accused had earned the family's trust but deceived them regarding the victim's fate post-murder. Additionally, law enforcement has located the iron hammer with bloodstains, linked to the crime scene.

The Delhi cabinet approved a new bill for time-bound public service delivery. This legislation will replace the existing 2011 law with a modern framework. Citizens will have a legal right to receive notified government services within fixed timeframes. The entire process will be digital with an automatic escalation for delays. An independent grievance redressal system and penalties are also proposed.

The Delhi High Court will hear a public interest litigation concerning activist Sonam Wangchuk's health. Wangchuk is currently on an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar protesting for over twenty-five days. The court noted the urgency and issued notices to government authorities for their response. A lawyers' boycott delayed the initial hearing, preventing government counsel from appearing. The petition seeks immediate medical aid and dialogue with the protesting activist.

India Meteorological Department forecasts widespread rain across the nation on Thursday. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in eastern and northeastern parts of India. Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds will likely occur in several states. Hot and humid conditions are predicted to persist in northern and southern regions. The weather department advises caution in areas facing heavy rain alerts.

A 12-year-old girl died after a school bus hit her e-rickshaw. The bus then ran over the girl, throwing her onto the road. Four other children in the rickshaw were unharmed during the tragic incident. The bus driver was arrested, and the vehicle was seized by police. The accident raises concerns about school commute safety for children.

Traffic slows on the Akshardham-Noida corridor despite its design for quick movement. Small interruptions like vehicle stops and lane changes cause traffic to break. Commuter traffic, metro pickups, and buses compete for road edge space. This leads to delays, increased pollution, and dangerous driving conditions. Designated bays and stricter enforcement are suggested solutions for this recurring problem.

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