Month: June 2024

JALPAIGURI, WEST BENGAL – In a horrific turn of events, a major train accident unfolded near Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, on Monday morning. A freight train, reportedly disregarding a signal, slammed into the rear carriages of the Kanchenjunga Express, which was travelling towards Sealdah station. Deadly Impact: The collision caused catastrophic damage, derailing several bogies of the passenger train. Initial reports indicate a grim toll of at least 5 people confirmed dead and 25 passengers injured. Rescue efforts are currently underway …

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Breaking News: Flesh-Eating Disease Outbreak Grips Japan – What You Need to Know Japan is grappling with a rising number of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) cases, a rare but life-threatening condition caused by Group A Streptococcus bacteria. With COVID-19 restrictions easing and increased social interactions, experts warn of a potential global spread of this dangerous infection. What is STSS?STSS is a severe illness characterized by high fever, excruciating pain, low blood pressure, and potential organ failure. The bacteria produce …

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Internet connectivity in India is set to reach new heights. The central government has approved Jio’s satellite service, which could soon be rolled out across the country. Jio’s satellite service is a joint venture with Luxembourg-based SES, aimed at providing gigabit fiber internet service. Previously, Bharti Enterprises-backed OneWeb has also received approval to provide satellite internet services in India. What is Jio Satellite Service? Jio Satellite Service is a satellite-based internet service showcased at the Mobile India Congress held in …

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In a major development that could disrupt the medical admissions cycle, the Supreme Court today directed the National Testing Agency (NTA) to cancel the NEET 2024 results of 1,563 candidates who were awarded compensatory grace marks. The apex court has ordered a re-examination for these affected students on June 23, with the revised results to be declared by June 30. The court’s decision comes in response to petitions challenging the award of grace marks and allegations of irregularities in the …

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A devastating fire ripped through a labor housing facility in Mangaf, Kuwait early Wednesday, claiming at least 35 lives including 4 Indian nationals. The deadly inferno broke out around 4:30am local time in the kitchen area of the building owned by Kuwaiti businessman KG Abraham’s NBTC group. EAM Minister S.Jaishakar Tweeted The site housed around 195 laborers, many of them from India’s Kerala state as well as Tamil Nadu and north India according to local reports. An unknown number of …

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