In a tragic incident in New York City on May 17 night, a Mexican Navy ship crashed into the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. The ship, named Cuauhtemoc, decorated with lights, carrying a huge Mexican flag, was sailing under the bridge and as it passed beneath the structure, its towering masts clipped the bridge, snapping violently and crashing onto the deck. Videos online captured the shocking moment. Crew members were seen standing on the masts when they broke, leading to a devastating outcome. According to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, two people lost their lives, and 19 others were injured. Two of the injured are in critical condition. The ship was on a goodwill visit to the city and had been co-hosted by the South Street Seaport Museum. Built in 1981 in Bilbao, Spain, the Cuauhtemoc was open to the public for tours during its stay in New York, which was supposed to end that evening. Despite the impact, the Brooklyn Bridge did not suffer major damage and was reopened after a safety inspection. Authorities confirmed that no one fell into the water, so no rescue operations were needed. The incident has shocked both visitors and locals, turning what was meant to be a friendly cultural visit into a heartbreaking tragedy.
18 May,2025 06:29 PM IST
A tragic fire broke out on May 18 at a building in Gulzar House near Charminar in Hyderabad. The massive blaze quickly spread, claiming the lives of 17 people. Firefighters and rescue teams rushed to the scene and worked hard to control the flames. Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Telangana State Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, and the state's DGP visited the site to assess the situation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives. In a message on social media, he offered condolences to the families of the victims. He also announced financial help — Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those who died, and Rs 50,000 for those who were injured, from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.
18 May,2025 04:47 PM IST
BSF jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw, who had been in the custody of Pakistan Rangers since April 23, 2025, was handed back to India on the morning of Wednesday, May 14, at around 10:30 AM. The handover took place at the Joint Check Post in Attari, Amritsar, and was carried out in a peaceful manner, following the proper protocols agreed upon by both countries. The incident happened when Shaw, who was on operational duty near the India-Pakistan border in Punjab’s Firozpur area, accidentally crossed the International Border around 11:50 AM on April 23. He was then detained by the Pakistan Rangers. According to early reports, the crossing was unintentional, and he stepped into Pakistani territory by mistake. After being in Pakistani custody for about three weeks, Shaw was finally returned to Indian authorities. His safe return marks a positive outcome, and officials from both sides ensured the process was smooth and respectful.
14 May,2025 01:09 PM IST
A massive fire broke out on the night of May 4 in a five-storey building in Kanpur’s Chamanganj area, claiming the lives of a couple and their three young daughters. The blaze, suspected to be caused by a short circuit, erupted between 8:30 and 8:45 PM and continued until the early hours of May 5. The building housed shoe manufacturing units on the lower floors. Firefighters battled the flames for hours, and emergency teams evacuated nearby residents for safety. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the fire. Watch the full video for details.
05 May,2025 12:41 PM IST
A major fire broke out at the Croma showroom in Bandra West’s Link Square Mall early Tuesday morning, April 29, just a day after a similar incident at the Enforcement Directorate office in South Mumbai. The blaze, first reported at 4:11 am, was escalated to a Level-III emergency by 4:49 am. While no casualties were reported, the fire caused widespread panic as thick smoke engulfed the multi-storey building, severely affecting visibility. The Mumbai Fire Brigade deployed a massive response, including 12 fire engines, nine jumbo tankers, rescue units, and an emergency ambulance. The fire was mainly contained to the basement, but smoke spread quickly throughout the structure. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the blaze.
29 April,2025 11:06 AM IST
In a relief for residents living near the Elphinstone Road Over Bridge, the Maharashtra government has announced the redevelopment of 19 buildings in the area. The decision was made on April 28 following a crucial meeting between MMRDA officials and residents. As part of the plan, all affected residents will be given new homes at the same location. However, residents of two buildings will be temporarily shifted to transit camps in Kurla during the redevelopment process. The 125-year-old Elphinstone Road Over Bridge is set to be demolished to make way for the Sewri-Worli connector project. The bridge was initially scheduled to be closed at midnight on April 26, but the plan was delayed following strong protests by residents, including those from two buildings that were marked for demolition. Watch video for more.
28 April,2025 09:40 PM IST
On April 26 in Vancouver, a terrible tragedy struck during a Filipino street festival. A man drove an SUV into a crowd, killing at least 11 people and injuring many others. The attack happened at the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party, a celebration of Filipino culture. Witnesses said the SUV first moved slowly through the crowd, then suddenly sped up, hitting dozens of people. The driver, 30-year-old Kai-Ji Adam Lo, was arrested at the scene and has been charged with murder. Police confirmed he has a history of mental health issues, but ruled out terrorism as a motive. People across Canada are mourning. Flags in Vancouver are flying at half-mast to honor the victims. The community is heartbroken, and questions are now being raised about mental health, safety, and how such tragedies can be prevented in the future.
28 April,2025 01:04 PM IST
A major fire broke out early this morning at the Enforcement Directorate office in Ballard Estate, South Mumbai. The incident happened around 2:30 am. According to civic officials, fire engines rushed to the spot as soon as the alert was received. The fire was first marked as Level-II at 3:30 am and later upgraded to Level-III by 4:17 am, indicating a serious emergency. Thankfully, there are no reports of any injuries. Officials said the fire was mainly limited to the fourth floor of the five-storey building. Firefighters worked quickly to control the flames and stop the fire from spreading further. The Mumbai Fire Department sent a large team for the operation. This included eight fire engines, six jumbo tankers, an aerial water tower, a breathing apparatus van, a rescue van, a quick response vehicle, and a 108 ambulance. The cause of the fire is not yet known.
27 April,2025 11:09 AM IST
The century-old Elphinstone Bridge in Mumbai was set for a shutdown and demolition on 25th April 2025. But angry residents blocked the midnight operation, pushing away barricades and stopping demolition vehicles in their tracks. What went wrong? Who is responsible? And what happens next for thousands living around the bridge? Locals fear isolation, poor access, and no clear plan for evacuation, compensation, or rehabilitation. Here is all you need to know about the controversy over the Elphinstone Bridge demolition.
26 April,2025 05:09 PM IST
Amid the ongoing chaos over the closure of the Elphinstone bridge, a tussle ensued between the authorities and the protesters over the closure of the bridge. The traffic department had announced that the bridge would officially close at 9 PM this was stalled due to protestors resistance. The barricades were stopped from being placed, the bulldozer was turned back as the protestors didn't let the proceedings to take place.
25 April,2025 11:03 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
