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73 Dead: Projects Trigger Himachal Landslides - Asiana Times

According to geology expert Prof. Virender Singh Dhar, the main causes of the increase in landslides are extensive cutting of hill slopes for building and enlargement of roads, blasting for tunnels, and hydro projects. The Increase in Death Toll at Himachal Authorities claim that the rain has caused 74 deaths in Himachal Pradesh, and on August 17 another body was found among the debris of a Shiva temple. Massive landslides in Shimla, including those that struck the Summer Hill Shiva temple, Fagli, and Krishnanagar, were responsible for 21 of these deaths. There have been worries about eight persons who might…

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RPF Constable Dismissed Following Fatal Incident Probe - Asiana Times

Chetan Singh Chaudhary, an RPF constable, was fired from his position after killing three passengers and his senior on a moving train last month. An official made the announcement on August 17. Mr. Chaudhary has a history of at least three cases involving disciplinary action, the official claimed.  The Dismissal Chetan Singh, an RPF policeman who killed his superior and three other passengers on a moving train just last month, has been fired. The senior divisional security commissioner of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) gave the order to fire Singh on Monday, according to the official. The Previous Records of…

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Himachal Floods: 60 Dead, Roads Blocked, Schools Closed - Asiana Times

According to the Chief Minister’s office’s most recent statistics, 60 people have died in the state as a result of the severe rain and landslides. Ten NDRF teams were sent to the affected communities, and the Air Force took part in airlifting the stuck inhabitants. The Tragic Toll On Tuesday, three more bodies were discovered among the debris at the site of the collapsed Shiv temple in Shimla. Rescuers feared there might still be more bodies trapped. According to Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, 60 persons have died in Himachal Pradesh as a result of rain and landslide-related incidents since…

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Heavy Rain Tragedy Claims 21 Lives In Himachal  - Asiana Times

In Himachal Pradesh, rain-related occurrences resulted in the deaths of about 21 persons. CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu visited the disaster sites in Shimla’s Fagli neighbourhood and the temple collapse site in the Summer Hill area, where several homes were buried beneath mud and snow. The Tragedy in Himachal  16 people have died in two separate incidents due to heavy rain in Himachal Pradesh in the last 24 hours, according to the state’s chief minister. A cloudburst occurrence in the Solan district last night claimed the lives of seven individuals, while a landslip at a Shiv temple in the Summer Hill…

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Orange Alert: Heavy Rain Causes Landslides In Himachal - Asiana Times

With forecasts for “heavy to very heavy rainfall” in the area over the next two days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday issued an orange alert across sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim. IMD Issues Orange Alert With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing an “orange” alert expecting heavy to severe rains on Sunday, Himachal Pradesh is still experiencing the monsoon’s rage. Additionally, a “yellow” alert has been issued for Monday for significant rains. The next two days are expected to see “heavy to very heavy rainfall over Himachal Pradesh,” according to the forecast service. (IMD) issued an orange alert…

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Haryana Demands Monu Manesar Arrest, Nuh Curfew Lifted - Asiana Times

In order to confront Nuh communal violence and adopt resolutions for peace and concord, Khaps, farmer unions, and religious authorities hold maha panchayats in Haryana. Six people died as a result of the conflicts, which took place on July 31 during a procession put up by the VHP. Haryana Farm Unions Demand Arrest of Monu Manesar Numerous farmer unions and Khap panchayats have intervened in the wake of recent communal fighting in Haryana’s Nuh to appeal for peace and to demand the arrest of Monu Manesar, a cow vigilante thought to be involved. On Wednesday, a maha panchayat was conducted…

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Monsoon Session: Nirmala Sitharaman and PM Address Parliament  - Asiana Times

The same organisation that rated India’s economy as fragile in 2013 has now enhanced that assessment, According to Nirmala Sitharaman.  Prime Minister (PM) Modi is expected to respond today, to the vote of no-confidence put out by the opposition parties. Nirmala Sitharaman’s Speech Speaking to the Lok Sabha during the discussion of the vote of no confidence against the BJP administration, the Finance Minister claimed that although the World Bank predicts a drop in the world economy, India is in a remarkably upbeat situation. In 2013, the economy of India was deemed shaky. India’s economy has been enhanced by the…

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Day 2: Monsoon Session, No Confidence Motion Debate - Asiana Times

On the first day of the debate on the no-trust motion put forth by the Congress, the opposition and treasury benches were at conflict. Rahul Gandhi Addressed the Parliament today. The No Confidence Motion  During today’s vote of no confidence, Rahul Gandhi unleashed a scathing attack on the BJP, claiming that the party had murdered Bharat Mata in Manipur. Union Minister Smriti Irani refuted him, stating that India believes in merit rather than dynasties. “In the nation, there is no lack of trust in the Prime Minister and this government.” According to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, “the primary purpose…

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ASI Explores 'Tahkhana' Secrets In Gyanvapi Survey - Asiana Times

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) survey is currently proceeding, despite increased safety precautions at the Gyanvapi mosque compound in Varanasi. According to a Hindu side petitioner, the ‘Tahkhana’ is expected to open today officially. The Survey Thus Far On day five of the Archaeological Survey of India’s (ASI) scientific survey of the Gyanvapi mosque, a lawyer for the Hindu side stated on Tuesday that the survey of the dome’s location had not been completed. “It appears that the dome’s survey is yet incomplete.” Additionally, “Tahkhana” is being surveyed. Photography and filming are impossible without clearing the debris, according to…

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Nuh Curfew Relaxed: 156 Arrested, 56 FIRs! - Asiana Times

The Haryana district of Nuh’s curfew had been relaxed on Monday from 9 am to 1 pm to permit public movement. According to police, 156 persons have been detained and 56 FIRs have been filed in relation to the violence and rioting that occurred in Haryana’s Nuh district on Monday. Action Taken by the Government Authorities have made 156 arrests and filed 56 FIRs in relation to the violence and rioting that occurred in Haryana’s Nuh district on Monday. According to officials, there have been six deaths and 88 injuries to date in the district. Following communal disturbances in Nuh…

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