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Bihar: 5 dead as fire breaks out in Muzaffarpur; short circuit suspected as cause

A devastating fire in Muzaffarpur’s Motipur Nagar Parishad area on Friday night claimed the lives of five individuals from the same family. Five others sustained serious injuries and are currently undergoing treatment. Firefighting operations are ongoing, with preliminary reports indicating a short circuit as the probable cause of the blaze. Source link

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India-Canada trade: Goyal says 'all possibilities are on the table' — FTA talks to resume?

India is exploring all options to resume free trade agreement negotiations with Canada. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal held recent discussions with his Canadian counterpart, Maninder Sidhu. These engagements aim to boost bilateral cooperation and strategic partnership. Trade figures show a rise in Indian exports to Canada. The diplomatic relationship is gaining momentum after recent high-level […]

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'Explosive samples were being forwarded…': Govt calls Nowgam blast accidental — what MHA said

An accidental explosion at Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar killed nine people and injured 27 others. The blast occurred while processing a large cache of explosive substances and chemicals recovered during a terror module investigation. The ministry of home affairs has ruled out any terror angle, attributing the incident to the unstable nature of the […]

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J&K police station blast: Top cop rules out 'terror angle'; calls incident an 'accident'

A devastating blast at Nowgam police station in Srinagar claimed nine lives, including security and revenue officials, while examining seized explosives. The explosion, linked to a ‘white-collar’ terror module, caused significant damage and injured dozens. Local residents described the terrifying experience, with many unable to contact relatives nearby. Investigations are ongoing. Source link

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NCW seeks strict POSH compliance; UGC tells colleges to submit reports and step up training

The National Commission for Women has called for stricter enforcement of the POSH Act in Higher Educational Institutions, urging stronger redressal systems and comprehensive training. Following the directive, the UGC has asked HEIs to submit updated compliance reports and take part in NCW’s Campus Calling Programme, which includes 800 nationwide sessions on legal literacy, safety, […]