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Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has warned the United States of severe military retaliation if Washington rejects Tehran's two-day proposal to end hostilities on all fronts. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said further military action against Iran was highly unlikely if negotiations over Tehran's nuclear programme

With Mumbai recording 137 firecracker-related fire incidents in 24 hours, the Mumbai Fire Brigade has issued a Diwali safety advisory, urging citizens to burst crackers only in open spaces, maintain a safe distance and follow fire prevention guidelines to avoid accidents and protect lives and property

The revelations surfaced approximately a week after US President Donald Trump unexpectedly stated that he and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had agreed to halt American military aid by the close of the year

Several fire accidents were also reported across the city, causing extensive damage to property, although no casualties were reported in the blazes, officials said

The fire broke out when members of the family were asleep on the first floor of the building, which also housed a cloth shop on the premises, police said

The mayor reminded residents of the Bombay High Court's directions on bursting firecrackers, stating that crackers should not be set off on footpaths, public roads or other public places

An order, issued by the Disaster Management Authority, prohibits the use of rockets and similar sky-soaring fireworks across all areas falling under the BMC's jurisdiction

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei on Monday said Tehran's two-day proposal to resolve the ongoing conflict remains on the table, claiming that security in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz could be restored within 48 hours if the United States meets Iran's demands.

At least three major fires broke out at separate locations in Mumbai on Diwali night, damaging several huts, shops, a commercial building and a garage, civic officials said on Monday. No casualties were reported in any of the incidents

Greek authorities recovered 12 bodies from a migrant boat south of Crete, while a Moroccan-flagged cargo ship rescued 18 survivors. Two other migrant boats carrying around 87 people were also intercepted by Frontex, highlighting the continuing dangers of Mediterranean crossings

Delhi Fire Services received 214 fire-related calls during Diwali celebrations on November 8, including 24 incidents linked to firecrackers. Meanwhile, AIIMS New Delhi reported 42 Diwali-related burn injury cases till 11 am on Monday. Of these, 11 patients suffered major burns, including four admitted to the ICU and seven to the ward.

The AAP leader further claimed that AQI levels had crossed 3,000 in several areas of the city. This figure was his allegation and was not reflected in the official CPCB monitoring figures

The government has announced that revised prices of 1,364 anti-cancer drug formulations have come into effect from November 9, following the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority's (NPPA) decision to cap trade margins on 137 anti-cancer medicines.

Ukrainian drones reportedly struck Russia's Kinef oil refinery in the Leningrad region, triggering explosions and fires. Moscow claimed its air defences intercepted 81 UAVs. The attack comes amid escalating strikes on energy infrastructure and ahead of US-mediated Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has urged stricter PM2.5 and ozone standards, citing a FICCI-EY report linking nearly 2 million deaths in India to air pollution in 2023. His remarks come as Delhi's post-Diwali AQI approaches the severe category, raising fresh concerns over air quality

The project is being developed through the Chirle and Palaspe sections, with construction progressing on foundations, piers, elevated structures and road infrastructure

The fire was reported at around 11.20 pm on Sunday and was extinguished within 30 minutes, Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Vineet Abhishek said. No injuries were reported

Fire brigade personnel responded to both emergencies and brought the fires under control. Both incidents were reported during the early morning hours, with firefighting operations completed within a short period

According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) control room, the fire was reported at around 9.05 am. The blaze broke out in Room No. 701 of the stilt-plus-eight-storey residential building

A major fire gutted several shops at Jammu's historic Warehouse Nehru Market near Bikram Chowk. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has ordered immediate relief for affected traders, while the Warehouse Association has alleged a delayed firefighting response, a claim disputed by officials

A 16-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed to death in North Delhi's Wazirabad while buying Diwali firecrackers. His family claims he was attacked after resisting a snatching attempt. Police have arrested the brother of an alleged attacker, while the main accused remains at large

The fire was reported at around 8.05 pm in Room No. 2603 of B Wing, a 40-storey residential building located behind Sahyadri School. According to the fire brigade, the blaze involved interior furniture inside the flat, which was locked at the time

Eknath Shinde said the fire broke out at around 8 pm and fire brigade personnel and the Tactical Disaster Response (TDR) team rescued 50 people by risking their lives

The order, issued on November 9, will remain in force until January 8, 2027. The restriction applies to both public and private spaces, including buildings, terraces, balconies, courtyards and residential premises

According to the temperature observations for November 9, Colaba recorded a minimum temperature of 26.2 degrees Celsius, while Santacruz registered 22 degrees Celsius

In Uttar Pradesh, a thick layer of smog blanketed Lucknow as several parts of the city woke up to hazy conditions.

'Most likely it will not be necessary,' Trump reiterated. 'They want to make a deal so badly.'

Rubio's comments also put him at odds with Vance amid speculation of both of their 2028 presidential ambitions.

Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar ordered health facilities in both governorates to raise readiness and provide all necessary medical and emergency support to the injured, according to the statement.

It warned that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to vessels unless all threats are lifted, Xinhua news agency reported

Encountered by an advanced underwater robotic vehicle, this elusive deep creature features a clear head shield protecting large eyes that rotate upward to track prey

While it effectively lowers blood pressure, experts note that individuals with severe kidney disease should exercise caution

They identified a specialised internal lipid barrier composed of hyper-long hydrocarbons synthesised in advance by larval cells.

Palolem is also the only Asian beach to feature in the global top 25 list, marking an international recognition for Goas coastline, it said.

The opposition DMK vehemently denied the charges against its government for the alleged scam and demanded the TVK-led government release relevant records for the purchase.

While she was disappointed that the publisher did not go ahead with the book, she was not surprised.

In his post, Ramesh said, Notebandi devastated the economy. Votebandi is destroying the polity. Both are the contributions of the PM.In his post, Ramesh said, Notebandi devastated the economy. Votebandi is destroying the polity. Both are the contributions of the PM.

According to the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB), the fire was confined to the seventh, eighth, ninth and tenth floors of the building. The fire brigade declared it a Level-II fire at 12.52 am on Monday, November 9

Celebrating Diwali with CRPF personnel in Bastar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says armed Maoists have been eliminated but ideological supporters have infiltrated political parties and organisations

According to the initial information shared by the Mumbai Fire Brigade, the fire was confined to a garage. The exact cause of the blaze and the extent of damage were not immediately known

If you thought this was already a world-class city that couldnt get any cleaner, the BMC intends to surprise you soon

The Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) has approved a graded penalty system for those found damaging trees, with fines going up to Rs 5000 and a criminal case possible for a fourth offence.

CREA report finds industries and power generation contribute another 28 per cent to the PM2.5; while transport and domestic activities add to pollution load

Officials say work was completed within 80 days of obtaining NOC from BMC amid several constraints; authorities looking at proposal for separate FOB

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Blaze breaks out in 17th-floor flat at Runwal Elegante; 46-year-old, who worked in the building for nine years, declared dead at Cooper Hospital

Assault took place during Dahi Handi event where police vehicles were also damaged

Following a 14-year pending case, govt issues sweeping mandate requiring judicial authorities to log attendance, filings, hearing dates in Roznama

A test walk across new Sion Bridge reveals a confusing pedestrian route involving a subway, a U-turn and a narrow, damaged lane, while the bridge itself has no footpaths