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03 January,2025 08:55 AM ISTThe MMRDA spent Rs 900 crore to construct 36 skywalks in Mumbai, aiming to improve pedestrian safety and reduce traffic congestion. Despite the significant investment, the skywalks are largely underused, with pedestrians preferring to walk on roads instead. (Pics/Satej Shinde) ... [Read More]
27 December,2024 10:17 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday attended a Christmas celebration at the residence of Union Minister George Kurian in Delhi, where he received a warm welcome and interacted with prominent members of the Christian community. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
20 December,2024 10:26 AM ISTActivists slam BMC for neglecting suburban subways, while South Mumbai enjoys cleaner, better-maintained pedestrian pathways. (Story by Sameer Surve, Pics Courtesy: Shadab Khan and Ashish Raje)... [Read More]
17 December,2024 11:22 AM ISTA survey conducted by mid-day across pedestrian subways in both the eastern and western suburbs has uncovered alarming issues of deteriorating infrastructure, neglectful maintenance, and inaccessibility. (Story by Ranjeet Jadhav and Sameer Surve)... [Read More]
16 December,2024 11:53 AM ISTDays after horrific Kurla BEST bus crash that killed seven people and injured 42, a pedestrian was fatally struck by a Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply And Transport (BEST) bus in south Mumbai, the police said on Wednesday. Pics/Shadab Khan... [Read More]
11 December,2024 07:12 PM ISTAt least six people have been killed and 49 others were injured after a bus rammed into pedestrians and vehicles at SG Barve Marg in Kurla West on Monday night, police said. (Pic Courtesy: Sameer Abdedi, Rajendra B Aklekar and Shabdab Khan)... [Read More]
10 December,2024 12:32 PM ISTThousands of Shiite Muslims took to the streets in various cities of Pakistan on Friday, a day after sectarian attacks in the northwest killed 43 people, including women and children. Pics/AFP... [Read More]
22 November,2024 07:12 PM ISTSyria`s new administration announced an agreement to merge all rebel factions under the Defense Ministry. This follows the rebels` capture of Damascus on December 8, forcing President Assad to flee after over 13 years of civil war. The agreement to integrate rebel forces into the Defense Ministry came after HTS leader Al-Golani took control of Syria. Last week, Prime Minister Md al-Bashir revealed plans to restructure the ministry with former rebel fighters and defected officers from Assad`s army. Since assuming power, Al-Golani has engaged with international delegates and given interviews to Western media, meeting officials from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Qatar, Turkey, and the US.... [Read More]
25 December,2024 01:09 PM ISTOn December 22, Turkey`s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Abu Mohammed al-Golani, leader of the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, in Damascus. Al-Golani played a key role in efforts to overthrow Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. During the meeting, Fidan and al-Golani embraced and posed for photos. Turkish President Erdogan stated that Turkey would support Syria in forming a new government and writing a new constitution. For years, Turkey backed rebels against Assad and now wants to help rebuild Syria, especially as millions of Syrian refugees live in Turkey. Fidan`s visit came amid ongoing fighting between Turkey-backed fighters and the Kurdish YPG militia in northern Syria. The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) are struggling to maintain their power after Assad’s fall.... [Read More]
23 December,2024 03:01 PM ISTA ferry capsized near the Gateway of India off the coast of Mumbai on December 18, causing a major mishap. Following the incident, the Indian Navy and Coast Guard launched a rescue operation. As of the latest update, 101 people have been rescued, and 13 have died in the tragic Mumbai boat accident. Rescue teams were seen in videos helping passengers wearing life jackets, transferring them to other boats while the ferry continued to tilt. The incident occurred after a speedboat reportedly crashed into the ferry. Rescue operations are ongoing to save the remaining passengers. Authorities are working quickly to handle the situation and ensure everyone’s safety. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis briefed the media regarding the boat mishap. He announced an ex gratia of Rs 5 lakh for family members of deceased.... [Read More]
19 December,2024 10:09 AM ISTRecent developments in Syria have captured global attention, especially with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu`s announcement to double the population in the Golan Heights, a region Israel captured from Syria in 1967. The Israeli cabinet unanimously approved this plan, aiming to increase the number of settlers in the area, which currently has about 50,000 residents, split between Jews and Druze. Netanyahu`s office revealed an $11 million initiative to promote growth, focusing on security concerns due to Syria`s instability. The funds will be used for education, renewable energy, a student village, and helping new residents settle in the area. Meanwhile, Israeli troops continue operations in the UN-monitored buffer zone between Syria and the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights.... [Read More]
16 December,2024 03:45 PM ISTAmid the ongoing civil war in Syria, four Indian nationals who were evacuated from conflict-ridden Syria arrived at Delhi`s IGI Airport on December 14. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), a total of 77 Indian citizens have been brought back from Syria as of the same day. Syria`s newly appointed Prime Minister, Mohammed al-Bashir, has prioritized the repatriation of Syrian refugees living abroad as a major initiative. However, the government is grappling with several challenges, including recent unrest near the tomb of Hafez al-Assad, which was set on fire. Additionally, concerns about Syria`s political future—particularly Iran’s influence in the region—have been raised by Hezbollah and Israeli officials.... [Read More]
14 December,2024 12:42 PM ISTThe Government of India has successfully evacuated 75 Indian nationals from Syria due to the recent unrest in the country. This evacuation was carried out with coordination between the Indian embassies in Damascus and Beirut, after carefully assessing the security situation and responding to requests from Indian citizens in Syria. One of the evacuees, Ravi Bhushan, shared his terrifying experience after being brought back to safety. Speaking to ANI, he described the alarming conditions he faced in Syria. The evacuation aimed to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian citizens caught in the crisis, as the situation in the country worsened, and the government worked to bring them home amidst growing concerns.... [Read More]
12 December,2024 05:40 PM ISTThe situation in Syria continues to be a major focus for many countries after Syrian rebels overthrew President Assad’s regime. Taking advantage of the chaos in Syria, the IDF has strengthened its presence along the Golan Heights at the Israel-Syria border. On December 11, the IDF released a video showing Israeli troops carrying out operations in a buffer zone near the Golan Heights. The IDF stated that the goal of these operations was to protect both the people of the Golan Heights and all Israeli civilians. However, despite the video release, Israel denied on December 10 that its forces had advanced into Syria beyond the Golan Heights buffer zone, insisting they had not crossed the line.... [Read More]
12 December,2024 04:15 PM ISTAfter more than five decades of President Bashar al-Assad`s rule, Syria is witnessing a transformative period. Across the country, there is a visible shift towards a renewed sense of hope and optimism. The streets are filled with smiling faces, and the familiar sight of victory signs. Most notably, the return of employees to work marks an essential milestone in Syria`s recovery. It seems as if normalcy has returned to Syria. In the wake of al-Assad’s over 50-year rule, Syria is now poised to enter a new chapter, where the future is determined not by a single leader but by the people themselves. Watch video for more.... [Read More]
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