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Feb252024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Explosive Device Discovered and Defused at RSS Office in MP’s Bhind

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Bhopal: Authorities in Madhya Pradesh have revealed the discovery of an explosive device at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Bhind district, which was successfully defused later on. The device was detected on Saturday night by an attentive office attendant, Ram Mohan, stationed at the RSS office located in the Hanuman Bajaria residential colony within the district. Prompt action was taken as local police were immediately notified of the alarming find. Bhind SP Ashit Yadav, accompanied by a team of law enforcement personnel, swiftly arrived at the scene around midnight. Additionally, a specialized bomb disposal squad from the neighboring district of Morena was summoned to handle the delicate situation. Thanks to their expertise, the device was safely disposed of, averti...

Feb252024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Four MLAs, Including Two from Congress and Two from NPP, Defect to BJP in Arunachal Pradesh

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Itanagar: In a significant political development, just ahead of the forthcoming assembly polls, four sitting MLAs in Arunachal Pradesh crossed over to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from their respective parties. The defections include two members from the opposition Congress and two from the National People's Party (NPP), who formally joined the BJP in the presence of Chief Minister Pema Khandu. The joining ceremony, held at the BJP's office in Itanagar, saw Opposition Congress legislators Ninong Ering and Wangling Lowangdong, alongside NPP lawmakers Mutchu Mithi and Gokar Basar, officially becoming members of the ruling BJP. Notably, the NPP is a key ally of the BJP in Arunachal Pradesh. The event witnessed the participation of Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Assam Minister As...

Feb232024 by thestatelineNo Comments

You will see even more progress in next five years: PM Modi

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Varanasi: Addressing students at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the ancient city of Kashi as a timeless symbol of India's spiritual and intellectual heritage, nurtured by successive generations. Highlighting Kashi's significance as a hub of knowledge and spirituality, PM Modi underscored the pivotal role of Sanskrit in shaping India's cultural legacy. He expressed confidence in the youth's ability to propel the nation forward, emphasizing their role in ushering in an era of prosperity. Acknowledging Kashi's recent developmental strides, PM Modi assured further progress in the coming years, envisioning a bright future for the city. He paid tribute to Kashi's rich cultural tapestry, citing its association with revered figures like Shiva, Buddha,...

Feb232024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Lassa Fever Outbreak Claims 72 Lives in Nigeria

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Abuja: Nigeria, Africa's most populous country, is grappling with a significant outbreak of Lassa fever, with public health authorities reporting at least 72 fatalities since the start of the year. According to the latest report from the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), there have been a total of 411 confirmed cases of the viral hemorrhagic fever across 21 states since January. Sixty-five percent of these cases originate from Ondo, Edo, and Bauchi states, with the remaining 35 percent distributed across 18 other states. While the number of cases this year has decreased compared to the same period in 2023 – from 8,280 suspected cases to 2,122 cases – the outbreak remains a significant concern. Among those affected, two health workers have also been impacted, w...

Feb232024 by thestatelineNo Comments

US Achieves Historic Lunar Landing with Intuitive Machines’ Odysseus Lander

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Washington: In a significant milestone, a US company, Intuitive Machines, achieved the first American lunar landing in over 50 years as their spacecraft, Odysseus, successfully touched down on the moon early Friday morning. The uncrewed lander completed its historic touchdown at the lunar South Pole on Thursday at 6:23 p.m. Eastern Time (4:53 a.m. India time), as confirmed by NASA. Odysseus is equipped with NASA science payloads along with other commercial payloads, signifying a remarkable advancement in lunar exploration. Launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida last Thursday, the mission, known as IM-1, represents Intuitive Machines’ inaugural robotic flight to the moon's surface, as reported by Xinhua news agency. Key scientific objec...

Feb232024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Delhi Records Minimum Temperature of 7.6 Degrees Celsius, Air Quality Improves

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New Delhi: Delhi experienced a drop in temperature as the national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 7.6 degrees Celsius on Friday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This temperature was four notches below the seasonal average. In contrast to the previous days where the minimum temperature hovered around 12 degrees, the maximum temperature ranged between 25 to 27 degrees. The IMD's forecast for Friday indicated that the maximum temperature was expected to remain around 27 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature could dip to approximately 8 degrees Celsius again. The weather department also predicted a "mainly clear sky" throughout the day. In terms of air quality, several stations across the city reported readings falling in the 'poor' and 'mod...

Feb232024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Former LS Speaker, ex-Maha CM Manohar Joshi passes away

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Mumbai: Former Lok Sabha Speaker and ex-Maharashtra Chief Minister, Manohar G. Joshi, a prominent leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), passed away early Friday morning following a heart attack. The sad news was confirmed by his family, who issued a brief statement at dawn, expressing deep sorrow over his demise. Joshi, aged 86, had been battling age-related health issues for some time before his passing. Joshi was admitted to Hinduja Hospital in Mahim after suffering a heart attack late on Thursday. Known fondly as 'Sir' in political circles due to his background in education and his authoritative demeanor, Joshi's demise at 3 a.m. during treatment has cast a pall of gloom over the state's political landscape.

Feb232024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Victoria Beckham Suffers Gym Injury, Husband David Beckham Provides Update

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Los Angeles: Renowned singer and designer Victoria Beckham recently incurred an injury during a workout session at the gym, as revealed by her husband, star footballer David Beckham. David took to his Instagram Stories to share the news, displaying a photo of Victoria's leg adorned with a black medical boot, indicating a "little accident" she experienced while exercising. In his update, David informed followers that Victoria had sustained a clean break as a result of the mishap. He tagged her Instagram account and expressed his well wishes with a white heart emoji, accompanied by a GIF sticker featuring a doctor and a message conveying "Feel better." The update surfaced over a week after Victoria's unfortunate incident occurred. On February 14, she recounted the details of the acc...

Feb232024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Punjab CM Announces Rs 1 Crore Assistance for Family of Deceased Farmer

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Amritsar: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has declared financial aid of Rs 1 crore for the family of Shubhkaran Singh, a young farmer who tragically lost his life this week at the Punjab-Haryana border during the ongoing farmers' protest. In a statement shared on X, the Chief Minister assured that the Punjab Government would extend this support to the family of Shubhkaran Singh, who was martyred at the Khanauri border. Additionally, he pledged a government job for Shubhkaran Singh's younger sister. Mann vowed that necessary legal action would be taken against the perpetrators responsible for the farmer's death. He emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring justice and accountability, promising to initiate a thorough investigation and register an FIR against those found cu...

Feb232024 by thestatelineNo Comments

BRS MLA Lasya Nanditha Dies in Tragic Car Accident

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Hyderabad: Tragedy struck Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) as MLA G. Lasya Nanditha, aged 33, lost her life in a devastating road accident near Hyderabad early Friday morning. The fatal incident occurred when the car she was traveling in collided with a road divider on the Outer Ring Road (ORR) near Patancheru. Unfortunately, the MLA succumbed to her injuries, while her driver sustained injuries in the crash. Lasya Nanditha had recently been elected from the Secunderabad Cantonment constituency, following in the political footsteps of her father, the late G. Sayanna, who served as a five-time MLA from the Secunderabad constituency until his passing on February 19, 2023, due to illness. Survived by three daughters, Sayanna's eldest daughter, Lasya Nanditha, was fielded by the BRS in the Nove...