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Germany: 25-year-old Indian student dies after jumping from fire-stricken apartment to save life

To save his life after getting trapped from flames and smoke, Reddy jumped from the top of his residence, sustaining severe injuries on his head. He was taken to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. Berlin: A 25-year-old Indian student from Telangana was killed after he jumped from a fire-stricken building in Berlin, Germany, during New Year celebrations. The deceased has been identified as Thokala Hruthik Reddy, who was pursing MS at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences.  According to media reports, the incident had happened on Wednesday night after a fire broke out at his…

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Germany: 25-year-old Indian student dies after jumping from fire-stricken apartment to save life

To save his life after getting trapped from flames and smoke, Reddy jumped from the top of his residence, sustaining severe injuries on his head. He was taken to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. Berlin: A 25-year-old Indian student from Telangana was killed after he jumped from a fire-stricken building in Berlin, Germany, during New Year celebrations. The deceased has been identified as Thokala Hruthik Reddy, who was pursing MS at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences.  According to media reports, the incident had happened on Wednesday night after a fire broke out at his…

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Iran protests: Seven killed as unrest sparked by ailing economy spreads across country | 10 Points

Iran protests: The protests have slowed down in Iran's capital Tehran; though they have spread to other parts of the country. The most-intense violence, according to reports, have taken place in Azna, which is 300 km from Tehran. Tehran: Iran is witnessing its largest-ever protest in years that have claimed at least seven lives and left several others injured. The protests have been sparked by Iran's ailing economy, which has been struggling over the years due to sanctions by the United States (US) and other western countries over Tehran's nuclear programme. According to a report, the inflation in Iran reached…

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Air India pilot found under alcohol’s influence at Vancouver airport; Canada seeks probe

The pilot, identified as Captain Saurabh Kumar, had failed the breathalyser test and he has been taken off flying duties during the process of enquiry. In a statement, Air India apologised to the passengers for the delay and said it is fully cooperating with the local authorities. Vancouver: An Air India pilot was offloaded just before the takeoff at the Vancouver airport in Canada after authorities raised concerns regarding his 'fitness', said the airline on Friday. The incident happened on December 23 and the pilot was scheduled to operate the AI186 flight from Vancouver to Delhi.  The pilot, identified as…

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‘Everyone was screaming’: Survivors recount Switzerland bar fire horror as death count rises to 47

The fire broke out shortly after midnight at Le Constellation, a basement venue filled with hundreds of mostly young revellers in the Alpine resort of Crans Montana. Bern (Switzerland): A scene of extreme panic and chaos unfolded as a devastating fire tore through a packed bar and nightclub in Switzerland during New Year’s Eve celebrations, eyewitnesses said. People collapsed as frightened crowds fled for their lives. By Friday morning, at least 47 people had died and 115 had been injured, as the country entered 5 days of national mourning. The fire broke out shortly after midnight at Le Constellation, a…

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01

Jan

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Death count rises to 40 in explosion at Switzerland bar on New Year’s Eve

The Swiss authorities said the explosion, which happened at the basement of the Le Constellation Bar and Lounge in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana, was being considered a fire and not a terror attack. Bern (Switzerland): At least 40 people were killed and 100 others were injured after an explosion tore through a luxury bar in Switzerland and triggered a massive fire during New Year's Eve celebrations, the Italian Foreign Ministry said, citing Swiss police. Moreover, the Swiss authorities said the explosion, which happened at the basement of the Le Constellation Bar and Lounge in the ski resort town…

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Hindu man attacked with sharp weapons and set on fire by mob in Bangladesh, suffers severe injuries

Another Hindu man was brutally attacked and set on fire by a mob in Bangladesh's Shariatpur district, raising fresh concerns about escalating violence against minorities. The victim sustained severe injuries in the assault. Dhaka: A Hindu man in Bangladesh was reportedly left severely injured after a violent mob allegedly attacked him and set him on fire, marking yet another disturbing assault on minorities in the country. The horrific incident took place on December 31 in Shariatpur district, where rising hostilities against minority communities have become a worrying pattern. According to media reports, the victim has been identified as 50-year-old Khokon Das. He was…

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Deadly blast shakes Crans-Montana: All you need to know about Switzerland’s iconic Alpine Resort

The resort is especially famous as an upmarket ski destination and is well liked by British visitors. Crans-Montana offers around 87 miles of marked trails, catering to both beginners and experienced skiers. Bern (Switzerland): A powerful explosion hit a busy bar in the Swiss resort town of Crans-Montana during New Year celebrations, killing several people and injuring others. The blast happened in the early hours of the morning at Le Constellation, a well-known bar popular with tourists. Many people were inside the venue at the time, as New Year events were still underway. Police said the explosion was reported at…

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Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City’s first Muslim Mayor | VIDEO

The oath to the Zohran Mamdani, 34-year-old Indian-descent Queens state assemblyman, was administered by Attorney General Letitia James. He was sworn in on a Quran. New York: Just moments into the New Year 2026, Zohran Mamdani was formally sworn in as the 112th Mayor of the New York City on Thursday. The oath-taking ceremony was organised at the old City Hall subway station, which was attended by Mamdani's close friends and family members, including his wife Rama Duwaji.  The oath to the 34-year-old Indian-descent Queens state assemblyman was administered by Attorney General Letitia James. Mamdani, who will be New York…

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Switzerland: Several dead, many injured in explosion at ski resort town of Crans Montana

Switzerland blast: According to an official of the Switzerland Police, the explosion was reported at around 1.30 am (local time) at the bar, which is quite popular among the tourists. Bern (Switzerland): Several people were killed and many others were critically injured following a deadly explosion in the Ski resort town of Crans-Montana in the early hours of Thursday, said the police. Initial reports suggest that the blast, which also triggered a fire, happened at a bar inside the luxury Apline ski resort. Crans-Montana is famous among the tourists, especially among the British nationals, and is located in the Sierre district…

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