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Another Blaze in Mahakumbh: No Injuries Reported

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1 year ago

February 7, 2025

A fire erupted in Sector 18 of Mahakumbh Nagar on Friday morning, fortunately resulting in no injuries, according to local police.

Emergency services and fire brigade personnel quickly arrived on the scene to combat the blaze, which was reported at the ISKCON camp. Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire originated in the camp’s kitchen due to an LPG cylinder explosion, although the exact cause has not been officially confirmed.

The Chief Fire Officer (CFO) stated that there were no casualties and that the fire was swiftly under control. The incident was detected around 10:30 AM on Shankaracharya Marg in the Mahakumbh Mela area, with thick black smoke visible from a distance. The fire department responded promptly and extinguished the flames in a short time.

This is not the first fire incident in the area. On January 30, a fire engulfed the illegal Tent City “Just a Camp” near Jhunsi Chhatnag Ghat, destroying 15 luxury cottages. Initial assessments indicated that a short circuit was the cause, but the fire brigade managed to control the situation quickly, and there were no occupants in the cottages at the time.

Earlier, on January 19, another fire broke out at the Geeta Press Gorakhpur camp in Sector 19 of the Mahakumbh Mela area. This fire became quite significant, leading to the destruction of several bamboo cottages, with LPG cylinders stored inside also exploding during the incident.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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4 days ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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4 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.