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CBSE Class 10 Results: Two Students Allegedly Commit Suicide Over Marks
According to CNN News18, a class 10 student from Delhi reportedly committed suicide this evening after the results were declared. Speaking to the channel, the DCP of Dwarka said the student hung himself on the terrace of his residence.
He had reportedly scored 59 percent in the exams.
One more student in Dabri in the national capital allegedly committed suicide after she failed in Maths and Science, reported ANI.
4 Dead, 5 Injured After Mosque Pillar Collapses in UP's Lakhimpur Kheri
Four people died and five others were injured in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri after a pillar of a mosque collapsed due to strong winds and heavy rains, reported ANI.
Massive Fire at Rubber Godown in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar
A massive fire broke out in a rubber godown in south Delhi's Malviya Nagar locality on Tuesday. The fire is said to have broken out around 5 pm and at least 30 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to bring the blaze under control, a Delhi Fire Services officer told PTI.
According to ANI, the fire first broke out in a truck and then spread to the godown. The fire has been termed as one belonging to the 'highest category', and has injured at least one firefighter, reported NDTV. Officials have reportedly cordoned off the area and evacuated buildings in the vicinity.
Rajinikanth's 'Kaala' Won't Release in Karnataka
The much-awaited film 'Kaala' starring Rajinikanth would not be released in Karnataka following his comments on the Cauvery issue, ANI reported.
Re-Polling at Several Booths in Kairana, Bhandara-Gondiya
Re-polling was ordered by the Election Commission at 73 booths in UP's Kairana and 49 booths in Maharashtra's Bhandara-Gondiya Lok Sabha seat to be held on Wednesday, 30 May. The voting in the bypolls held on Monday was marred by alleged cases of faulty EVMs.
Fresh polling will also be held at one polling station in Nagaland on Wednesday.
Pankaj Saran Appointed to be the Deputy NSA
IFS officer Pankaj Saran, who is India's ambassador to Russia, has been appointed as the deputy National Security Advisor (NSA). Ajit Doval currently occupies the post of the NSA.
DGMOs of India and Pakistan Agree to Implement 2003 Ceasefire Understanding
The Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan have agreed to fully implement the ceasefire understanding of 2003, to ensure that ceasefire will not be violated by both the sides, reported ANI.
The agreement came during talks between the DGMOs of the two sides where they brought up the issues of ceasefire violations and terrorist activities, among others.
PM Modi Kicks Off 5-Day Southeast Asia Tour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Indonesia’s Jakarta, as part of his five-day visit to Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore.
Upon his arrival, Modi met members of the Indian community and thanked them for the "enthusiastic welcome".
Haryana Minister Anil Vij Compares Rahul Gandhi to Nipah Virus
BJP leader and Haryana Minister Anil Vij kicked off a controversy on Tuesday when he compared Congress president Rahul Gandhi to Nipah virus, apparently while referring to the Congress' alliance with the JD(S) in Karnataka.
"Rahul Gandhi is similar to Nipah virus. Whichever party he comes in contact with, that party will be finished. They (the parties) are trying to come together (in alliance), but they will be finished off," he said.
'Killing of Security Personnel and Civilians Has Reduced by 96%': Rajnath Singh
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh claimed that the security situation in the country has improved to a large extent, citing a "multi-pronged study" carried out by his ministry.
"Killing of security forces personnel and civilians has reduced by 96 percent in 2017, in comparison to 1997," he was quoted by ANI as saying.
Regarding the Ramzan ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir, the Home Minister said it "wasn't a ceasefire, but suspension of operation in view of Ramzan."
"...But it was clearly said that we'll resume operation if any terror activity takes place. We haven't tied the hands of our security forces. Our forces killed five terrorists when an attack took place," he added.
Fire Breaks Out in Train Coach at CST Mumbai
A fire broke out in a coach of a train parked at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) railway yard in Mumbai, ANI reported. The fire has now been doused and only one coach was damaged at the washing site of the CST yard, the Western Railways Public Relations Officer (PRO) said.
“Officials are present at the site and an inquiry has been initiated. Local and long-distance train services will not be affected,” he said,
CBI Registers Case Against Air Asia Group CEO Tony Fernandes
The CBI has registered a case against Air Asia Group CEO Tony Fernandes and others over alleged violation of norms for getting international flying licenses, officials said on Tuesday, 29 May.
Searches are also being carried out at six locations in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, the officials said.
(PTI)
Delhi HC Directs to Remove News Items Naming Kathua Victim
Delhi High Court on Tuesday directed to remove the news items that have disclosed the identity of the Kathua rape victim, listing the matter for further hearing on 16 July.
(ANI)
Shooting Outside Tis Hazari Court in New Delhi
One person was injured in a firing outside the Gate no. 2 of Tis Hazari Court in Delhi, ANI reported.
Dinesh, a criminal of Gogi gang who had been produced before the Court by Haryana Police, was fired upon by a member of Tillu gang, while he was seated in the police vehicle at Gate no. 2 of Tis Hazari Court. Dinesh admitted to hospital. The accused has been apprehended.
CBSE Announces Class 10 Board Results
The central board of secondary education has announced the results for class 10 examinations held in April.
ED Attaches Rs 177 Crore Worth of Rotomac Assets
Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday attached assets worth Rs. 177 Crores owned by Rotomac Global Pvt Ltd and its directors under Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in bank fraud case.
(ANI)
One Naxal, Two Maoist Supporters Killed in Encounter with Police in Chhattisgarh
One Naxal and two Maoist supporters were on Tuesday killed in an encounter with the police in Chhattisgarh's Rajnandgaon district, an official said.
(PTI)
SC Dismisses Special Leave Petition of Kamala Mills Fire Accused
Supreme Court dismissed the Special Leave Petition of Yug Tuli, accused in Kamala Mills compound fire incident, for bail. Court gave him liberty to renew his request for bail after 3 months.
(ANI)
Hindu Mahasabha Wants to Replace Mahatma Gandhi with Veer Sarvakar on Currency
The Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha (ABHM) requested the Centre to replace photograph of Mahatma Gandhi from the Indian currency with social reformer Veer Sarvakar.
(ANI)
Southwest Monsoon Hits Kerala Three Days Ahead of Schedule: IMD
The southwest monsoon hit Kerala on Tuesday, three days before its scheduled arrival, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
The onset of monsoon over the southern state marks the commencement of the four-month long rainy season in the country.
1 June is the official onset date for arrival of monsoon in the country and it takes more than a month-and-half to cover the entire country.
The IMD has made a forecast of "normal" rainfall this season.
(PTI)
Air India Staffer Accuses Senior Management of Sexual Harassment
An Air India staffer has accused the senior management of sexual harassment and has also alleged that the internal committee of the organisation is a ‘farce’, News18 reported.
Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu has reportedly asked the airline Chairman and Managing Director to look into the issue immediately and if required, appoint another committee, News18 said.
Thunderstorms in Bihar Kill 17
Thunderstorms in different parts of Bihar have left 17 people dead, ANI reported.
Tamil Nadu Cancels Land Allotted for Second Phase of Vedanta Sterlite
In another setback for Vedanta, after the anti-Sterlite protests in Tuticorin, the Tamil Nadu government has announced that the State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT) land allotted for the second phase of expansion of Vedanta Sterlite has been cancelled.
(ANI)
Thunderstorm in Jharkhand Kills 12, Injures 28
A thunderstorm in different parts of Jharkhand has left 12 people dead and 28 more injured, ANI reported.
Fuel Prices Rise for the 16th Consecutive Day, Touch New High
Fuel prices continue to peak for the 16th consecutive day on Tuesday, 29 May, with petrol now being sold at Rs 78.43 a litre in Delhi and Rs 86.24 per litre in Mumbai, ANI reported.
The cost of diesel per litre has also been increased to Rs 69.31 per litre in Delhi and Rs 73.79 a litre in Mumbai, ANI added.
Fire Breaks out at Sweet Shop in Mumbai
A fire broke out at a sweet shop in Malad, Mumbai on Tuesday, 29 May, reported ANI. 12 fire tenders are currently at the spot.
Miscreants Pelt Stones at Sealdah Rajdhani Express, Injure Six
Unidentified miscreants pelted stones at the Sealdah Rajdhani Express at the Manpur Junction, Bihar, reported ANI. Atleast six passengers were reported to be injured.
ANI said that the glasses of the trains were later changed at Gaya Junction railway station. More details are awaited.
Thoothukudi Anti-Sterlite Protest Case Transferred to CB-CID
The anti-Sterlite protests case has been transferred to CB-CID, reported ANI. The move was reportedly ordered by Tamil Nadu DGP TK Rajendran.
Magenta Line Fully Operational from Today
The Magenta Line stretch of the Delhi Metro, which was inaugurated on Monday, 28 May by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs (Independent Charge) Hardeep Singh Puri is fully functional from today.
The stretch from Janakpuri West to Botanical Garden brings south Delhi closer to west Delhi and puts Delhi’s T1 on the map.
Man in Agra Beaten up For Allegedly Vandalising Statue of Deity
A man in Agra was tied to a tree and beaten up after he allegedly vandalised a statue of a deity in a temple in Shahganj on Tuesday, 29 May, reported ANI.
He was later handed over to the police, who said that a case had been registered against him. The police is currently probing the matter from both sides.
The police told ANI that the man may be intellectually disabled.
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