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Ben and Claire Anderson, a British couple, were found dead in Wellington, New Zealand. Police suspect a murder-suicide after discovering their bodies at their home on Palliser Rd. The coroner will take over the case following autopsies. Both were described as friendly, and the couple had adult children living in New Zealand.
A fire triggered by a gas cylinder explosion gutted around 100 shanties in Gurugram's Basai Chowk area on Friday morning. Over 15 fire engines were deployed to control the fire, which took about 2 hours. Despite the rapid spread due to strong winds and exploding cylinders, no casualties were reported, though the huts' contents were destroyed.
Fire in Greater Noida Girls Hostel: A fire erupted at the Annapurna Girls Hostel in Greater Noida's Knowledge Park 3, prompting students to leap from balconies. Firefighters responded promptly and found no one trapped inside. The fire originated from an air conditioner's compressor explosion in a vacant room. Despite alarming visuals, there were no casualties or injuries, and the blaze was contained quickly.
A fire erupted at the Annapurna Girls Hostel in Greater Noida's Knowledge Park 3, prompting students to leap from balconies. Firefighters responded promptly and found no one trapped inside. The fire originated from an air conditioner's compressor explosion in a vacant room. Despite alarming visuals, there were no casualties or injuries, and the blaze was contained quickly.
Authorities in Belagavi are investigating the death of a 24-year-old MBA intern found dead in her rented accommodation. The intern, who moved to Belagavi for an internship, was discovered hanging. Seven items from the scene are being examined as part of the ongoing investigation.
A 24-year-old IB officer, M Megha, was found dead on a railway track in Thiruvananthapuram. Her family seeks an investigation, claiming she had no reason to be there. Police suspect suicide linked to a breakup with a colleague. A thorough investigation has been ordered. Meghas mobile phone will undergo forensic analysis.
Former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber, 43, was found dead at her home in Virginia, prompting an ongoing investigation. Aber, a Biden appointee, had an esteemed legal career and was highly respected by her peers. The cause of death will be determined by the Virginia medical examiner's office.
A fire caused by an electrical short circuit broke out at the maternity ward of Kamla Raja Hospital in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. All 150 patients, including those from the maternity ward, were safely evacuated to the Super Specialty Hospital. No casualties were reported, and the fire was promptly controlled.
A tribal youth, Riyaz Ahmad Bajad from Kulgam, was found dead with apparent torture marks. He went missing on February 13 along with two others. His family alleges he was tortured, and his head seemed to have been burned. Bajad leaves behind a six-month-old daughter.
South Korean singer Wheesung, best known for his songs like Insomnia, With Me, Even Thought Of Marriage and Can't We, has passed away at the age of 43. He was discovered dead at his residence in Seoul, police said on Monday. He was scheduled to perform along with ballad singer KCM in Daegu on March 15. His talent agency has requested fans to stay clear of any unverified rumours or speculative reports.
A significant fire erupted early Sunday in Mumbai's Marol area, suspected to be due to a gas pipeline leak. A car, rickshaw, and bike were completely destroyed. Three individuals were injured and promptly sent for treatment. Authorities are conducting further investigations into the incident.
Security forces found the bodies of three missing civilians in Billawar, Kathua, using a drone due to difficult terrain. Authorities are investigating possible causes, including terror attack, accidental falls, or animal encounters. The victims, part of a wedding procession, had disappeared three days ago. This incident follows a similar case in February, causing local concern.
Himani Narwal, a Congress worker, was recently found dead. Her body was recovered from a suitcase near Delhi-Rohtak highway. So far, one arrest has been made in the case. The woman, 22-year-old, was allegedly killed after a heated argument involving money. She was a Congress worker and had also been a part of Bharat Jodo Yatra.
The body of 22-year-old Congress worker Himani Narwal was discovered in a suitcase near Sampla bus stand in Haryanas Rohtak district. Preliminary investigation suggests she was strangled. The incident has triggered political outrage, with former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda demanding a high-level impartial probe. Congress MLA Bharat Bhushan Batra has called for an SIT investigation.
According to the DFS, the incident occurred at 9:25 am at the Axis Bank located opposite Golcha Cinema. A total of four fire tenders were rushed to the place, he said.
Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico home at the age of 95. The Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office confirmed the discovery after a welfare check, stating no foul play is suspected. Hackman, an Oscar-winning actor, was known for legendary roles in The French Connection, Unforgiven, and Superman.
Gene Hackman Betsy Arakawa Death: Hollywood star Gene Hackman has been found dead, aged 95, in his Santa Fe home alongside his wife Betsy Arakawa, 63, and pet dog. Hackman enjoyed a 40-year career in film, including performances in The French Connection, Superman and The Royal Tenenbaums. He retired in 2004.
A Delhi court has requested trial records from Mumbai related to the 26/11 attack ahead of the extradition of alleged mastermind Tahawwur Hussain Rana. The order was made following a plea from the National Investigation Agency. Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman, faces extradition to India, charged with involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attack by Lashkar-e-Taiba.
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman has died at the age of 95. Acting legend Gene Hackman and his wife, former classical pianist Betsy Arakawa were found dead Wednesday at home in New Mexico, along with their dog. Cops did not provide a cause of death or say when the couple might have died.
A fire broke out in the screen of Auditorium-3 at Select Citywalk Mall in Saket, Delhi. Six fire tenders controlled the blaze with no casualties. Earlier, a factory fire in Mayapuri and a house fire in Dwarka were also managed efficiently, with no injuries reported in either incident.
A Delhi court has summoned former Union rail minister Lalu Prasad and his family members in connection with a land-for-jobs scam. The case involves Group D appointments in the Indian Railways during Prasad's tenure in return for land parcels gifted to his family. They must appear in court on March 11.
A high-speed car crash in Kolkata reveals a tragic discovery of three women dead in their home, suggesting a possible suicide pact due to financial troubles. Despite a confession from a surviving family member, police remain unsure if the case involves foul play.
A third-year B-Tech student at KIIT, identified as Prakriti Lamsal from Nepal, was found dead in her hostel room, allegedly due to blackmail by a fellow student. The incident has led to significant unrest on campus, with Nepali students demanding justice and the accused student in police custody.
Another fire broke out in an empty camp in Sector 8 of the Mahakumbh Mela area in Prayagraj on Monday, following similar incidents in other sectors. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported as the fire department managed to quickly control the fires.
A fire broke out at a furniture market in Oshiwara on Tuesday morning, gutting at least ten shops. The blaze started in a furniture godown and spread to adjacent shops, prompting the deployment of more than 20 fire engines and water tankers. Thankfully, there were no reported casualties, and the cause of the fire is currently being investigated.
Two people lost their lives, and four others, including two children, were seriously injured in a fire at a residential complex in Bolpur, West Bengal. The incident occurred on the first floor of a five-storey building. Rescue operations are still ongoing, with the cause of the fire yet to be determined.
A fire at the under-construction Sabarmati bullet train station was controlled by 13 fire tenders early Saturday. The blaze, likely caused by welding sparks, started around 6:30 am. No casualties were reported. The station is part of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project, which spans 508 km with 12 planned stations.
A fire broke out at a furniture market in Goregaon, Mumbai, on Saturday morning, affecting five shops in Khadakpada market. The blaze, classified as a major level three fire, began around 11:20 am. Firefighters are on-site with 10 water tankers and other equipment, and no casualties have been reported. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Approximately 4,200 baby chickens died at a poultry farm in Maharashtra's Latur district. The deaths occurred after bird flu was identified in the area, where 60 crows had also died earlier. The owner did not notify authorities promptly, resulting in the rapid spread of the infection.
Fancisco San Martin, best known for his role of Dario Hernandez in the long-running soap opera Days of Our Lives, has died at the age of 39. The actor also had had roles on Jane the Virgin as Fabian Regalo del Cielo, and appeared in The Bold and the Beautiful back in 2017 as Matteo.
Fire At Mahakumbh Mela: A fire broke out in a tent at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Sunday. Fire brigades are working to extinguish the flames, and the cause remains unknown. Despite dense fog earlier in the day, over 77.2 million pilgrims have already participated in the event, which runs from January 13 to February 26, with key bathing dates still ahead.
In Latur's Udgir town, 35 crows were found dead in different areas within two days. Livestock development officer Dr. Prakash Dhond reported that the carcasses were sent to Pune's Regional Disease Investigation Laboratory for analysis. Tehsildar Ram Borgaonkar assured residents that the animal husbandry department is investigating the cause and advised them not to panic.
A fire broke out in the Shri Banke Bihari Aromatics chemical factory in Noida early Sunday morning. The fire service unit swiftly responded with 32 fire tenders to control the blaze. As of now, no casualties have been reported. The police and fire department are working to extinguish the fire and further details are awaited.
Four cows were found dead at a gaushala in Bareilly's Aonla, causing protests by local right-wing organisations. District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar discovered deficiencies at the shelter, including poor winter arrangements and lack of green fodder. An investigation has been ordered, and strict action is to be taken against those found negligent.
A fire at Plaza Latina shopping centre in Dallas killed over 500 animals, mainly small birds, chickens, hamsters, two dogs, and two cats due to smoke inhalation. The two-alarm fire involved 45 fire fighters and severely damaged the structure. The cause of the fire is under investigation. No people were injured.
A fire occurred in the administrative wing of the Government Medical College and Hospital in Tamil Nadu's Ramanathapuram on Wednesday. No lives were lost, and the fire was attributed to an electrical leakage. Patients were evacuated safely. Seven fire tenders were used to control the flames. District officials conducted rescue operations and controlled the situation.
A memorial was held to honor veteran director Shyam Benegal who recently passed away at the age of 90. Prominent actors including Shabana Azmi and Naseeruddin Shah attended the event. Benegal was known for his impactful films on socio-political themes and received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the prestigious Padma Shri and Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
An elephant, approximately 15 years old, was found dead in Korba district, Chhattisgarh, on Saturday. The carcass was discovered near Gitakunwari village. Preliminary findings suggest electrocution as the cause of death, though the exact cause will be confirmed after the post-mortem. Over 50 elephants have died in the state in the past four years.
Popular freelance radio jockey RJ Simran, known as the 'Heartbeat of Jammu,' was found dead in her Gurugram apartment, with police suspecting suicide. The 25-year-old amassed a significant following for her vibrant personality on social media. Her sudden death has shocked fans and family.