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Indonesia School Collapse: 91 Students Still Missing as Rescue Efforts Continue in Sidoarjo

Indonesia School Collapse: 91 Students Still Missing as Rescue Efforts Continue in Sidoarjo

SIDOARJO (Rajeev Sharma): Emergency crews in East Java are in a tense race against time as at least 91 students remain unaccounted for following the collapse of a school building in Sidoarjo earlier this week. The tragedy occurred at Al Khojini Islamic Boarding School during afternoon prayers on Monday, when a section of the nearly 100-year-old building gave way, burying dozens of students under debris. Officials say unauthorized renovation work was being carried out at the time of the collapse. Rescue teams, including personnel from the military, police, and disaster management agency, have been working non-stop since Monday to sift…
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Canada Applauds Trump’s Middle East Peace Plan; PM Carney Commits to Humanitarian Support for Gaza

Canada Applauds Trump’s Middle East Peace Plan; PM Carney Commits to Humanitarian Support for Gaza

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant diplomatic endorsement, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump's newly unveiled Middle East peace initiative, calling it a "historic" step toward resolving the Gaza conflict. Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Carney expressed Canada’s strong support for the peace framework and urged all stakeholders in the region to embrace the opportunity for lasting peace. “Canada welcomes President Trump's historic new Middle East peace plan, and we urge all parties to help it realise its full potential,” Carney wrote. “As the critical next step, Hamas must immediately release…
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Chandigarh MC Meeting Descends Into Mayhem as Councillors Rip Up Minutes

Chandigarh MC Meeting Descends Into Mayhem as Councillors Rip Up Minutes

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a dramatic turn at today’s General House session of the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation, councillors from the AAP and Congress launched into a protest by tearing pages from the minutes of the previous meeting, triggering uproar across the chamber. As chaos erupted, Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla ordered the suspension of Senior Deputy Mayor Jasbir Singh Bunty, Deputy Mayor Taruna Mehta, and AAP councillor Prem Lata. The meeting was immediately halted and adjourned for ten minutes amid shouts and confusion. Once the Mayor and officials were out of the chamber, Bunty, backed by other dissident councillors, convened a…
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Chandigarh Declared Slum-Free After Massive Demolition Drive in Sector 38 West

Chandigarh Declared Slum-Free After Massive Demolition Drive in Sector 38 West

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chandigarh has officially cleared its last remaining slum cluster following a large-scale demolition operation on Tuesday morning in Sector 38 West, marking a major step in its urban development journey. The Shahpur Colony, home to nearly 500 makeshift homes, was razed in a pre-dawn drive led by the UT Estate Office’s Enforcement Wing. The demolition started around 7 am with support from nearly 500 police personnel who were deployed to manage the crowd and maintain peace at the site. Heavy machinery, including JCBs and porcelain cutters, was brought in to speed up the process and ensure a…
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Delhi Airport on Alert After Bomb Threat on IndiGo Flight From Mumbai

Delhi Airport on Alert After Bomb Threat on IndiGo Flight From Mumbai

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A high alert was declared at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport on Tuesday morning after an IndiGo flight from Mumbai received a bomb threat mid-air. The aircraft, operating as flight 6E 762, landed safely with around 200 passengers on board, officials confirmed. The threat was reported while the Airbus A321neo was en route to Delhi. Following standard emergency protocols, a full emergency was declared at the airport before the plane's arrival. The aircraft touched down without incident at approximately 7:53 AM and was directed to a remote bay for inspection. Security agencies and bomb disposal teams…
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3rd Prithvi Award Solidifies India’s ESG Mandate: ESG Research Foundation Recognizes Corporate Excellence in Sustainability

3rd Prithvi Award Solidifies India’s ESG Mandate: ESG Research Foundation Recognizes Corporate Excellence in Sustainability

The ESG Research Foundation (ESGRF), a leading Section 8 not-for-profit organization, successfully concluded its prestigious 3rd Prithvi Award ceremony at the Hotel Shangri-La, New Delhi, September 27, 2025. The event recognized and honoured more than 25 organizations for their outstanding contributions to environmental protection and sustainability. Hon. Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State for Law and Justice (I/C), Launching Coffee Table Book Detailing Impactful Activities of the ESGRF The ceremony was graced by Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, Honble Union Minister of Law and Justice and Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Culture, who served as the Chief Guest. In…
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BPTP Wins Two Prestigious Awards at ET Now Swadesh – Gems of Delhi NCR Awards 2025 for GAIA Residences and Amstoria Verti-Greens

BPTP Wins Two Prestigious Awards at ET Now Swadesh – Gems of Delhi NCR Awards 2025 for GAIA Residences and Amstoria Verti-Greens

BPTP Ltd., a leading real estate developer founded by Kabul Chawla, in the Delhi NCR region, has been recognized with two prestigious awards at the ET Now Swadesh - Gems of Delhi NCR Awards 2025, celebrating excellence and innovation in real estate design. The awards were received by Mr. Harinder Dhillon, National Sales Head, BPTP Limited, at an award ceremony held at Vivanta, Dwarka. BPTP Ltd. receiving the award for Excellence in Design for Amstoria Verti Greens at ET Now Swadesh Awards - Gems of North India GAIA Residences has been awarded "Excellence in Best Innovative Design" for its visionary…
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National Hunter Alliance Summit 2025 Highlights Urgent Gaps in Rare Disease Policy and Patient Care

National Hunter Alliance Summit 2025 Highlights Urgent Gaps in Rare Disease Policy and Patient Care

The National Hunter Alliance Summit 2025, held on 27th September'2025 in New Delhi, brought together patients, caregivers, medical experts, policymakers, and advocates to address the urgent and ongoing challenges faced by individuals affected by Hunter Syndrome (MPS II) and other Rare Diseases. Rare Diseases India Foundation (RDIF) unites for Rare Disease Advocacy - National Hunter Alliance Summit 2025 The program began with an emotional tribute to the Hunter Syndrome warriors who lost their lives to this devastating disease. Their memory served as a reminder of the pressing need for action and accountability in India's rare disease ecosystem. Prof. (Dr.) Shefali…
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VinFast India Partners With State Bank of India to Deliver Comprehensive EV Financing Solutions

VinFast India Partners With State Bank of India to Deliver Comprehensive EV Financing Solutions

VinFast Auto India, a subsidiary of the global EV brand VinFast, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with State Bank of India, largest bank in India, to provide inventory financing for its exclusive dealer network. The MoU was signed by Mr. Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, along with Mr.Anindya Sunder Paul, Deputy Managing Director, State Bank of India Under the dealer finance tie-up, State Bank of India will extend finance to VinFast's exclusive dealer network on favorable terms. The finance agreement also brings a wide range of benefits for dealers, such as attractive interest rates, flexible repayment…
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Industry Stalwart Ashwinder R. Singh Honoured as ‘Real Estate Person of the Year’ at Construction Week Awards

Industry Stalwart Ashwinder R. Singh Honoured as ‘Real Estate Person of the Year’ at Construction Week Awards

Ashwinder R. Singh, Vice Chairman & CEO of BCD Group, Chairman of the CII Real Estate Committee, and Advisor to NAR-India, has been named Real Estate Person of the Year at the Construction Week Awards 2025, one of India's most respected recognitions in the built environment sector. Industry Stalwart Ashwinder R. Singh Honoured as 'Real Estate Person of the Year' at Construction Week Awards BCD Group builds on a 70-year family legacy, having constructed national landmarks including the Supreme Court of India, the Delhi High Court, and several embassies in New Delhi. This foundation of trust, execution, and credibility now…
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