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At least 7 killed in hotel fire near Tarapith temple in West BengalA fire erupted at a hotel near Tarapith temple, killing seven pilgrims. The blaze started on the ground floor around 5 am while most devote...17 Aug, 2026, 09.31 AM IST- Two dead in simultaneous fires on Greek island of Salamis, hundreds evacuatedTwo individuals perished in fires that erupted simultaneously on Greece's Salamis island. Hundreds of residents and bathers were evacuated ...17 Aug, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
- Auroville’s kilns go cold as soaring LPG prices leave pottery piling upAuroville’s pottery community is struggling with higher LPG and wood costs following Iran war. Potters are rationing kiln firings, changing...16 Aug, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
- In 2015, Indonesia's devastating El Niño fires burned 2.6 million hectares and sent toxic haze across Southeast Asia. 11 years later, restoration efforts had helped cut burned peatland area by 70% in 2023 compared with 2019, showing the value of rewettingIndonesia is facing renewed wildfire concerns as a strong El Niño brings the prospect of reduced rainfall in 2026. The country’s devastatin...15 Aug, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
- Gallantry Medal announced for 13 Fire Brigade personnel who rescued stranded Monorail passengersOn Independence Day, 13 brave members of the Mumbai Fire Brigade were awarded the prestigious President's Medal for Gallantry. Their heroic...14 Aug, 2026, 09.08 PM IST
- In 1879, thousands of Zulu warriors attacked 150 British soldiers. The Battle of Rorke's Drift ended after 12 hours and the tiny garrison survivedAt Rorke's Drift, a valiant group of British soldiers held their ground for an incredible twelve hours against a fierce onslaught of Zulu w...14 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- Ganesha Ecosphere plant fire in Telangana leaves two dead; company offers support to familiesA fire broke out at a Ganesha Ecosphere subsidiary plant in Warangal, Telangana. Two workers tragically lost their lives due to smoke inhal...14 Aug, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- Could Germany run some of its coal-fired power plants longer?Germany delayed an interim report on its lignite power exit, raising market expectations. This delay allows for assessing gas plant tenders...14 Aug, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Melinda French Gates: "To bring about a revolution of the heart, you have to let your heart break. Letting your heart break means..." A powerful message about pain, anger, healing and hatredThe powerful quote by Melinda French Gates “To bring about a revolution of the heart, you have to let your heart break. Letting your heart ...14 Aug, 2026, 03.41 PM IST
- Mumbai biker Riddhi Thakkar, part of 23-rider group, dies after trailer truck rams bike on NH-30 near Chhattisgarh’s Markatola GhatA 24-year-old female biker from Mumbai named Riddhi Thakkar died after her motorcycle collided with a trailer truck. The accident occurred ...14 Aug, 2026, 06.59 AM IST
- Japanese proverb of the day: "Even a small fire should be extinguished quickly" — Powerful life lessons on emotional control, patience, wisdom, resilience, relationships, and why ignoring tiny problems today can turn resentment, conflict, bad habits, and mistakes into fires far harder to put out tomorrowJapanese proverb of the day: “Even a small fire should be extinguished quickly.” It carries a warning many of us learn too late. Small argu...13 Aug, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
- Britain and France swelter again as western Europe is hit by another heat waveBritain recorded its hottest day of the year with temperatures reaching 38.1 degrees Celsius. Western Europe is experiencing its fifth heat...13 Aug, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
- US unemployment claims rise but remain at healthy levelUS jobless claims saw a slight increase last week, yet layoffs remain historically low. Current workers enjoy unusual job security as the l...13 Aug, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
- Birla Estates arm buys FSI from Parinee entities for Rs 159 croreBirla Estates has successfully acquired almost 90,000 sq ft of FSI for over Rs 159 crore, a strategic move aimed at bolstering their societ...09 Aug, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
- Antarctica is covered in ice, yet fire is so dangerous that the U.S. keeps a full-time professional fire department thereThe extreme weather of Antarctica raises notable fire dangers for research stations. At McMurdo Station, the U.S. Antarctic Program's centr...08 Aug, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
- Spokane fire arrest: Suspect booked after devastating wildfire tears through Washington neighborhoodsSpokane authorities arrested a man for allegedly starting a large wildfire. This arrest occurred while firefighters battled three major unc...04 Aug, 2026, 09.16 PM IST
- Fire breaks out at electronic chip unit in Noida, 2 firefighters killed, 3 injuredA massive fire erupted at an electronic chip manufacturing unit in Noida. Two firefighters tragically lost their lives while battling the i...04 Aug, 2026, 08.32 AM IST
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