Citywide safety inspections at coaching centres; hundreds of buildings sealed: Delhi MayorFollowing a tragic fire in Lucknow, Delhi authorities have launched a city-wide inspection of coaching centres and educational institutes. ...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
Lucknow coaching fire: Horrifying visuals show people jumping from first floor of coaching centre, bystanders rescue victimLucknow fire: A devastating fire at a Lucknow coaching centre in Aliganj has claimed at least 15 lives, with many students forced to jump f...
22 Jun, 2026, 07.16 PM IST
Indonesia plans to embed AI in key programmes, including $15 billion free-meal drive, document showsIndonesia's progress on AI has been slow when compared with Singapore and Malaysia. They are pushing to establish themselves as developme...
22 Jun, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
England docked 12 WTC points for slow over-rate in Oval test against New ZealandEngland's World Test Championship final aspirations have taken a hit. A significant slow over-rate in their recent defeat to New Zealand at...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Fire broke out, elevators failed, earthquake struck: How this Indian startup’s balcony escape system could save lives in high-rise buildingsAn Indian startup, Skydrop, has unveiled a balcony-mounted safety cable system designed for high-rise residents facing emergencies. This in...
21 Jun, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
Tamil Nadu: One killed, 26 injured in explosion at firecracker factory in ThoothukudiA devastating explosion at a firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi district claimed one life and injured 26 workers, three criticall...
21 Jun, 2026, 09.44 AM IST
Living in a flat? Govt may soon introduce a new certificate that could reveal whether your building is actually safe to live inThe Indian government is considering introducing durability certificates for buildings to address growing concerns over unsafe construction...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
KSH Integrated Logistics announces launch of its first warehouse in Eastern IndiaThe warehouse provides value-added services and uses electric vehicles for last-mile delivery. Advanced systems ensure real-time inventory ...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
Why are Kenyan kids burning schools and killing their classmates?Almost 50 fires have ripped through Kenyan schools this year, 16 schoolgirls have died, and more than 100 schools have temporarily closed. ...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
DGCA asks operators of uncontrolled airfields to review ops conditions, rectify deficienciesAviation watchdog DGCA has ordered operators of uncontrolled airstrips to immediately review their facilities. This action follows recent a...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.05 PM IST
Tesla presented misleading 'Full Self-Driving' safety data to European regulatorsIn a bold move to secure European approval for its Full Self-Driving technology, Tesla has shared crucial safety data with Swedish and Dutc...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
29 years after Uphaar fire, the victims' association presses for special law on negligence-driven disastersMarking the 29th anniversary of the Uphaar cinema fire tragedy, the Association of Victims of Uphaar Tragedy (AVUT) on Saturday intensified...
13 Jun, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
Planning a beach holiday? This popular European beach has banned umbrellas for most visitorsSardinia's popular beaches are introducing new rules for summer. Most visitors cannot bring umbrellas. Only families with young children an...
12 Jun, 2026, 09.46 AM IST
Delhi government mulls mandatory fire safety norms for low-rise residential buildingsDelhi government is looking at making fire safety devices like smoke detectors and extinguishers compulsory in smaller homes. This move fol...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.09 AM IST
Thailand updates carry-on rules for power banks. Here's what changesNew rules in Thailand now limit power bank sizes and ban them from checked luggage. Passengers can carry power banks up to 100Wh in hand lu...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
More than 500 lives lost in fire incidents over six years, raising serious safety concernsA devastating fire at a Malviya Nagar bed and breakfast, claiming 21 lives, has renewed scrutiny of Delhi's fire safety infrastructure. Thi...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
After Hauz Rani fire, Delhi authorities start acting against hotels for rule violationsAuthorities are inspecting hotels in Delhi for fire safety violations. This action follows a fire that killed 21 people. Hotels in areas li...
06 Jun, 2026, 02.16 PM IST