RML Hospital holds mock drill simulating emergency management of 40 blast victims

A high-intensity mock drill simulating the management of 40 bomb blast victims was conducted at RML Hospital in New Delhi. The exercise assessed the hospital's emergency preparedness and triage efficiency. The simulation involved various traumatic injuries and required multidisciplinary intervention. Following the drill, a debriefing session was held to review protocols and identify system gaps for improvement in disaster response.

No fuel to drivers with covered faces, without number plates: Yamunanagar SP

Yamunanagar SP directs petrol pump operators to deny fuel to drivers with covered faces and without number plates to prevent criminals from escaping identification and committing crimes undetected.

Ludhiana: AAP under fire as Oppn decries ‘opaque’ development plans

AAP-led Ludhiana Municipal Corporation faces criticism from BJP and Congress over alleged opaque development plans, with opposition alleging over 1,000 agendas favor West constituency and lack transparency, promising to protest at upcoming General House meeting.

No leave for Haryana health department officials

Haryana government halts all leave for health department officials due to ongoing conflict with Pakistan, ensuring continuous medical services and emergency readiness. Officers must stay at workplace and seek special permission for leave.

STF nabs man accused of duping youths on pretext of Army jobs

Special Task Force arrested Ravikant Yadav for fraudulently promising Army jobs to 24 youths. He falsely claimed to be a colonel, duping candidates of Rs 1.12 crore through forged recruitment letters and fake promises.

Chandigarh: Police arrest two aides of Happy Passia with explosives

Chandigarh police arrested two associates of gangster Happy Passia, seizing explosives and firearms near Ziri Mandi Chowk. The suspects are being interrogated about a potential bomb attack, with evidence sent for forensic analysis.

BSF fortifies grid at forward posts along LoC in north Kashmir

BSF strengthens defenses along LoC in north Kashmir amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, following the Pahalgam terror attack. Additional troops, checkpoints, and heightened surveillance are deployed to prevent potential infiltration and respond to ceasefire violations.

Delhi CM Gupta reviews quick response firefighting vehicles

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta reviewed quick response vehicles (QRVs) designed for firefighting in narrow streets, emphasizing their importance in congested areas. Equipped with advanced fire suppression and rescue tools, 100 QRVs will soon be deployed. Gupta announced a Rs 504 crore budget for fire services, aiming to modernize Delhi's firefighting capabilities with new technology and resources.

Human right panel seeks status report of integrated complexes by Aug 20

Haryana Human Rights Commission summons officials to report on integrated complexes' progress, highlighting delays in land identification and construction across districts, with specific focus on Gurugram's unresolved land issue for a children's complex.

PDA kept away from education, jobs: Akhilesh

Akhilesh Yadav criticizes UP government, claiming PDA communities are excluded from education and jobs. He predicts 2027 elections as 'Yogi vs Pratiyogi' and accuses BJP of privatization, corruption, and hindering youth opportunities.

Last rites of Lance Naik, who died in Poonch shelling, performed in Palwal

Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar Sharma, 32, killed in Poonch sector shelling, was cremated with military honors in Palwal. Survived by pregnant wife, two children, and two army-serving brothers, he was remembered as a brave soldier by grieving family and officials.

Kendriya Hindi Sansthan granted deemed university status

Kendriya Hindi Sansthan gains deemed university status, enabling expanded educational opportunities, research focus, and Hindi language promotion under the ministry of education's recent notification from May 5, 2025.

Rural families in U.P. to get potable water sans financial strain

Uttar Pradesh government will cover community contribution for the Har Ghar Nal scheme, eliminating upfront costs for rural households. Villagers receive tap water connections without financial burden, paying only Rs 50 monthly for maintenance.

FIR against U.P. Cong chief over lemon-chilli remarks on Rafale jets

U.P. Congress chief Ajay Rai faces FIR for controversial remarks about Rafale jets, after displaying a toy plane with lemon-chilli, allegedly ridiculing the aircraft and demoralizing armed forces, as per a complaint filed by a local resident.

Meerut on high alert amid India-Pakistan standoff

Meerut district prepares for potential India-Pakistan border tensions by placing health services, transport, and public safety on high alert. Hospitals reserve emergency beds, transport readied for quick mobilization, and police intensify security checks. Nauchandi Fair may be postponed.

Man held for duping people on pretext of doubling money

Physiotherapist Sukhdev Singh arrested for allegedly scamming 2,934 people out of ₹80 crore by promising double investment returns through a fraudulent company, using 25 agents to lure victims.