Category: public safety
Kolkata rains: Bengal govt to provide Rs 2 lakh ex gratia to kin of those dead
Since Tuesday, at least 10 people have died in rain-related incidents, with nine electrocuted in Kolkata after reportedly coming into contact with exposed or unattended electric wires in flooded areas, according to the officials.
Playing with fire
I In recent days, Karachiites have witnessed several tragic incidents of fire breaking out in several locations. The biggest of these erupted on September 9, at a garment factory in New Karachi. The fire blazed on for hours, injuring many workers and causing a huge financial loss. Earlier,.
Mumbai: Survey Reveals Over Half Of Senior Citizens Avoid Online Banking Due To Fear, Digital Illiteracy
The Consumer Awareness Survey, conducted in Mumbai with 819 participants in collaboration with NCRD’s Sterling College of Arts, Commerce & Science and Kohinoor Management School, highlighted that 53% of senior citizens avoid digital banking altogether.
Navratri 2025: Thane Police Ban Plasma, Beam, & Laser Lights To Prevent Eye Injuries In Maharashtra
The Thane Police have banned the use of plasma lights, beam lights, and laser beam lights during Navratri celebrations and processions, citing concerns over public health and safety. Authorities stated that extensive preparations have been made to ensure a safe and peaceful Navratri.
Navratri 2025: Thane Police Ban Plasma, Beam, & Laser Lights To Prevent Eye Injuries In Maharashtra
The Thane Police have banned the use of plasma lights, beam lights, and laser beam lights during Navratri celebrations and processions, citing concerns over public health and safety. Authorities stated that extensive preparations have been made to ensure a safe and peaceful Navratri.
Chembur Shops Targeted: Burglars Booked For Multiple Thefts On NG Acharya Road
According to the FIR, Kamaraj Tolkappiyan, 61, a businessman and resident of Tilak Indrani CHS in Tilaknagar, owns 10 commercial units in the Nilkanth commercial complex. While he runs a salon and a beauty parlour in two shops, he has rented out the remaining units.
Navi Mumbai Traffic Police Enforce ‘No Parking’ & ‘Odd-Even’ Rules In Kharghar
Officials said the shortage of designated parking spaces near market areas and metro stations had forced motorists to park vehicles haphazardly on both sides of the road. After repeated complaints from residents and site inspections, the new rules have been enforced under Sections 115, 116(1)(4), and 117 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
Delhi Police Arrest PCR Van Driver Following Death Of Tea Stall Owner Near Ramakrishna Ashram Marg Metro Station
The victim, Ganga Ram, who ran a small tea stall to support his family, died instantly after Constable Khimesh allegedly pressed the accelerator “by mistake”. The van mounted a roadside ramp and crushed Ganga Ram. Locals said he has around four to five daughters, and the family depended entirely on the tea stall for survival.
Clovis Police now using drones as ‘first responders’
The Clovis Police Department has introduced drones as first responders to enhance response times and assist in de-escalation during incidents, with two drones now in service.