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
Madhya Pradesh Congress leader and MLA Jaivardhan Singh staged a protest demanding the resignation of state cabinet minister Kunwar Vijay Shah over his controversial remark about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The protest was held outside the Raj Bhavan in Bhopal after Congress leaders met with the Governor. Jaivardhan Singh called the minister's remark “shameful” and said a mere apology was not enough. He added that if the BJP respects the Armed Forces, they should remove Shah from his position immediately. For context, Kunwar Vijay Shah had made an objectionable comment about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, which sparked public outrage. Later, the minister posted an apology video on his X handle, stating that he respects the Army officer “more than his real sister.” Watch video
16 May,2025 05:22 PM IST
In a shining example of resilience and courage, 17-year-old Kafi, an acid attack survivor from Chandigarh, scored 95.6 per cent in the CBSE Class 12 examinations--and that’s not all. Kafi aspires to become an IAS officer in the near future. Kafi said, "I belong to Hisar, Haryana. In the recent results of the CBSE Boards, I scored 95.6% in Class 12. In Class 10, I had scored 95.2% as well. I am an acid attack victim, and my target is to become an IAS officer. Being a visually challenged girl, there were a lot of challenges, but my parents and teachers helped me a lot to conquer them... My main sources of study were audio and textbooks..."
15 May,2025 08:56 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
The Government of Nepal has called for a thorough investigation into the death of a Nepali student at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The student, a first-year B.Tech Computer Science student from Birgunj, Nepal, was found dead in her hostel room on the evening of Thursday, May 1, 2025. According to police reports, her body was discovered hanging from the ceiling fan around 8:00 pm. Forensic teams were dispatched to the scene, and the case is currently being treated as a suspected suicide. Authorities are awaiting the post-mortem report for confirmation. The incident has sparked serious concern, particularly because it marks the second death of a Nepali student at the university in less than three months. On February 16, Prakriti Lamsal, a third-year B.Tech student from Nepal, was also found dead in her hostel room. Her death led to protests and raised serious questions about the safety and well-being of foreign students on the KIIT campus.
02 May,2025 05:36 PM IST
A massive fire broke out at Rituraj Hotel in Eastern Kolkata on April 30, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 14 lives. Visuals from the scene showed firefighters and emergency personnel rushing into action, with bodies being moved into ambulances after the blaze was brought under control. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation. Chaos unfolded as hotel guests tried to escape the flames—one individual sustained severe injuries after jumping from the building, while several others suffered from suffocation. Fortunately, many were rescued in time and taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. In a dramatic rescue, guests stranded on the terrace were safely evacuated to the rooftop of a neighbouring building using ladders provided by firefighters. The incident has raised urgent questions about safety measures in hotels and commercial buildings. Authorities are now assessing the damage and continuing their investigation into what triggered the deadly fire.
30 April,2025 06:50 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 ISTADVERTISEMENT
