Author: Deshwale National Desk

Eight people lost their lives and several others were injured after a cement wall collapsed at the Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple in Simhachalam, Andhra Pradesh, during early morning hours on Wednesday. The incident happened while devotees were queuing for the ₹300 ticket darshan near the shopping complex area on Ghat Road, close to the Simhagiri Bus Stand. Crowds had gathered in large numbers for the temple’s annual Chandanamahotsavam festival. Wall collapse linked to rain and temporary set-up According to reports from the ground, the wall that gave way was part of a new, under-construction structure next to a…

22 अप्रैल को जम्मू-कश्मीर के पहलगाम में हुए आतंकी हमले के बाद प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने एक कड़ा और साफ संदेश दिया है। उन्होंने कहा है कि भारतीय सेना को अब ये पूरी छूट है कि वो कब, कहां और कैसे जवाब देगी। इस हमले में 26 लोगों की जान चली गई, जिनमें से ज़्यादातर पर्यटक थे। मंगलवार को हुई एक अहम सुरक्षा बैठक में पीएम मोदी ने दो टूक कहा, “आतंकवाद को जड़ से खत्म करना हमारा संकल्प है।” सरकारी सूत्रों के मुताबिक, प्रधानमंत्री ने कहा कि सेना को पूरी प्रोफेशनल आज़ादी दी गई है। यानी अब रणनीति, समय…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent out a clear and direct message following the Pahalgam terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir, India’s armed forces are free to decide how, when and where they will hit back. This strong statement came during a high-level security meeting held on Tuesday, just days after the brutal attack in Pahalgam on 22 April that claimed 26 lives, many of them tourists. The Prime Minister said India remains fully committed to fighting terrorism and declared, “We are determined to crush it.” Modi made it clear that the Indian military has his complete trust. “They have…

The Maharashtra government has appointed senior IPS officer Deven Bharti as Mumbai’s new Police Commissioner. This major appointment comes at a time when law and order remain critical concerns in India’s financial hub. Deven Bharti, a 1994-batch Indian Police Service officer, has built a reputation for sharp strategic thinking. His past roles include several leadership positions in crime control and intelligence. A Proven Crime-Fighter Previously, Bharti served as Joint Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), Mumbai. During his tenure, the city witnessed crackdowns on organised crime, terror cells, and digital fraud. He also led anti-terror intelligence units and was later…

After the shocking terror attack in Pahalgam that left the entire Valley shaken, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has swung into action. Over 50 tourist destinations and trekking spots across the Union Territory have now been shut to the public, all in the interest of safety. If you’re someone planning a trip to Kashmir in the coming days, this list is something you really need to take note of. Authorities have cited security concerns as the reason behind the sudden closures. The decision might sound harsh, especially in peak tourist season, but given the circumstances, it’s being seen as a…

Chandola Talav Turns Into Demolition Zone In a high-impact early morning operation on Monday, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) and city police bulldozed a large illegal settlement near Chandola Talav. This area had reportedly become a base for Bangladeshi intruders living without valid documentation. Multiple illegal constructions were razed in the joint action. 2,000 Cops. 50–80 JCBs. No Mercy. The scale of the crackdown was massive. Over 2,000 police personnel were stationed at the site. Between 50 and 80 JCB machines were used to demolish illegal structures. Authorities ensured the entire operation was tightly coordinated to avoid unrest. The effort sent…

The man, the myth, the ultimate no nonsense superstar Ajith Kumar just added another feather to his cap. The Tamil cinema icon was honoured with the ‘Padma Bhushan’, India’s third highest civilian award, and let us just say, his fans (a.k.a. the ‘Thala’ army) are losing it. Why this is a big deal For those living under a rock, the Padma Bhushan is not just any award. It is given to people who have made ‘exceptional’ contributions to their field be it arts, science, or public service. And Ajith? Well, he has been ruling Tamil cinema for ‘three decades’, delivering…

Passengers flying in and out of Delhi on Monday faced long waits, as more than 200 flights were delayed at the Indira Gandhi International Airport. The delays were mainly due to a closed runway and strong easterly winds, with many flights running behind by around 30 minutes. If you were flying through Delhi on 28 April, chances are your flight didn’t take off or land on time. Over 200 flights faced delays at IGI Airport, and no, there was not just one reason behind it. The fourth runway, known as Runway 28/10, has been closed since 8 April for an…

The Maharashtra government has finally stepped in with a plan to address the concerns of residents near the old Elphinstone Bridge, which is set to be rebuilt. At a high-level meeting in Malabar Hill on Monday, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a cluster redevelopment proposal for 19 affected buildings. But the move has created just as much confusion as it has relief. Two buildings, Haji Noorani and Laxmi Niwas, are facing immediate demolition due to the reconstruction work. The government wants to shift residents to temporary accommodation in Kurla. But the people living there are not ready to move. “We…

Early Tuesday morning, a major fire broke out inside Link Square Mall in Bandra West, sending thick black smoke through the entire structure. The fire started in the basement, inside the Croma electronics store, and quickly spread across three underground levels of the mall. It was around 4:11 am when the first signs of trouble began. Within minutes, it had turned serious enough for the Mumbai Fire Brigade to issue a Level-IV alert, which is among the highest emergency categories. Crews rushed in with 12 motor pumps and hose lines to try and contain the situation. The fire caused severe…