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05 Jun

Why is World Environment Day celebrated on June 5?

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On this earth, all living beings, including humans, spend their time in the lap of nature from birth to death. This nature nurtures her child with the utmost love. Nothing that nature gives may be returned, but the beauty of nature becomes more and more naked due to human oppression. Celebrate World Environment Day by pledging to beautify nature this year. History of World Environment DayOn June 5, 1972, the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment was held in Sweden. World Environment Day has been celebrated on June 5 every year since 1973 to commemorate this day. The theme…

03 Jun

Terrible tremors in the morning, strong earthquake shook Japan again

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Japan was shaken by a terrible earthquake again. The Ishikawa region of the north-central region shook again at seven in the morning on Monday. Strong tremors were felt at seven o'clock on Monday. A 5.9-magnitude tremor was first felt in the northern part of Noto Island, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. A few minutes later, another tremor of 4.8 magnitude occurred. Then several smaller earthquakes were felt over the next two hours. Two houses collapsed due to strong tremors. However, there are no reports of casualties so far. Japan was shaken by a strong earthquake in January. There was also…

27 May

A Qatar Airways flight crashes in air turbulence, 12 passengers injured

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The plane was going to Ireland from Doha. Qatar Airways aircraft. Air turbulence in mid-air. At least 12 passengers were injured. However, the airport authorities said the plane arrived on time. The plane landed safely. Flight QR017 returns around 1 p.m. local time in Dublin. According to airport sources, the same is known. Emergency services were called in immediately after landing, Dublin Airport authorities said. There were multiple departments, including airport police, the fire brigade, etc. Six passengers and six crew members were injured. This air turbulence suddenly appeared while flying over Turkish skies. This usually results in severe shaking…

24 May

While cleaning an abandoned well two individuals tragically lost their lives while one is in critical condition due to direct exposure to poisonous fumes

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Recently two individuals tragically lost their lives while one is in critical condition due to direct exposure to poisonous fumes while cleaning an abandoned well. Actually the incident took place in the Bomra Line area of Kamala Tea Estate in Ghoshpukur, Phansidewa block. In fact the deceased have been identified as Ashik Toppo and Vijay Kujur. According to reports, on Friday, the three individuals had descended deep into an abandoned well to clean it. However, the locals were actually alarmed when they noted no response from the well for a long time. Subsequently, the Ghoshpukur police were immediately informed. Later,…

22 May

Disaster in the middle of the sky, the passengers of the London-Singapore flight opened their mouths

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Heavy shaking in the air during the flight! A passenger on a flight from London to Singapore died due to 'air turbulence'. It is reported that 30 more passengers were injured in this incident. The Singapore Airlines authorities have confirmed that the passenger died on the plane. The airline said that the plane made an emergency landing in Bangkok. According to media reports, the SQ321 Boeing aircraft of Singapore Airlines departed from Heathrow Airport in London and headed for Singapore. The plane was carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew members. According to the airline, the plane fell into 'turbulence' in…

17 May

By selling incense sticks Biswadeep Soren overcame all odds and achieved self-reliance despite being visually impaired

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In a remarkable display of determination, Biswadeep Soren actually overcame all odds and achieved self-reliance by selling incense sticks despite being visually impaired. Biswadeep operates his business by navigating through the streets of Siliguri, offering incense sticks to passersby. Despite the absence of sight since childhood, Biswadeep has been determined in his journey to attain self-reliance. He was enrolled in Bidhan Nagar’s school for the visually impaired at the age of 8 where he completed his education up to the 12th grade. Actually with a stick in one hand and incense sticks in the other, Biswadeep embarks on a journey…

16 May

At a local biriyani restaurant in the Haider Para area of Siliguri a massive fire broke out causing two cooking gas cylinders to explode

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Recently in a horrifying incident, a massive fire broke out causing two cooking gas cylinders to explode at a local biriyani restaurant in the Haider Para area of Siliguri. The incident created widespread panic among local residents. According to reports, the fire followed by the blast caused substantial damage to the surrounding area. The local residents immediately informed the fire department and the officials of the Bhakti Nagar police station about the incident. Subsequently, two fire brigade vehicles actually arrived at the scene shortly after being alerted. The fire-fighters faced significant challenges but managed to bring the fire under control.…

08 May

In Fulbari a vehicle collides with electric pole

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Recently a chaotic incident unfolded in Fulbari where a vehicle lost control and collided with a roadside electric pole leading to disruption of electricity services in the area. Luckily, there were no reported casualties in the incident. As per reports, the incident occurred in the Amaidighi area of Fulbari along the Siliguri-Jalpaiguri National Highway. Actually the vehicle, travelling from Jalpaiguri towards Siliguri, veered out of control near Fulbari and crashed into the roadside electric pole. As a result, the electrical pole broke halting electricity supply to the area temporarily. Meanwhile, upon receiving the information, the Fulbari Highway Traffic Guard police…

07 May

Kareena Kapoor Khan appointed UNICEF India National Ambassador, speaks on rights of children

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UNICEF India on Saturday announced Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan as its new National Ambassador. The "Crew" actress, who has been in connection with UNICEF India since 2014, will support the not-for-profit organisation in furthering every child's right to early childhood development, health, education and gender equality, a press release said. The actress had earlier served as a Celebrity Advocate for UNICEF India. "There are few things as important as the rights of children, the future generation of this world. I am honoured to continue my association with UNICEF now as India's National Ambassador," the 43-year-old actor said in a…

04 May

Gaya Accident: Loco Pilot Dies After Getting Hit by New Delhi-Ranchi Rajdhani Express

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A loco pilot named Pankaj Kumar Singh, age 40, died after being hit by the Rajdhani Express at Gajandi station of Gaya-Koderma Valley railway section. The deceased was identified to be a resident of village Jankinagar, police station Naya Rampur, district Munger, reports jagran.com. The loco pilot was working at Gomo Railway Headquarters. The tragedy took place at 4.30 a.m. on Saturday(4, May) morning. Sharing information about the tragedy, RPF Inspector Koderma Jawahar Lal told that in the morning, loco pilot Pankaj Kumar Singh from Gajandi station limit point number P 72B, between kilometer 403/28(02)-403/28(01), light engine from Gomo in…