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GB Nagar in May logged five-year high in no of fires
The number of fires recorded in May was 340 in 2019, 158 in 2020, 142 in 2021, 214 in 2022, 198 in 2023 and 405 in 2024, according to the fire department data.
Updated on Jun 20, 2024 05:46 AM IST
Galaxy Hotel, where fire killed three persons, had no fire NOC
Galaxy Hotel in Mumbai, where three people died in a fire, did not have the required fire No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the fire brigade. The fire was caused by sparking and a short circuit in an air-conditioner. The victims were airline passengers on their way to Nairobi. The family of the victims plans to take legal action against Indigo Airlines and the hotel. Indigo Airlines declined to comment on the incident.
Updated on Aug 29, 2023 12:34 AM IST
Heatwave: Delhiites’ quest for cool air, shade and respite from the heat
After IMD’s warning of a yellow alert due to the temperature going above 40 degrees Celsius, Delhiites share how they are staying close to sources of cool air. From taking refuge under any shaded place to gulping down cool beverages, they are doing everything required to avoid heatstroke in this scorching summer.
Updated on May 24, 2023 05:46 PM IST
Manvi Singh, New Delhi
Most BEST double-decker buses to be phased out by year end
At least 40 of the 45 BEST double-decker buses in the city are slated to be phased out by the end of the year, signalling the beginning of the end of an era. The remaining five buses will be decommissioned before April 2024
Updated on May 03, 2023 12:26 AM IST
Solar panels commissioned on two BMC office buildings
The P-south ward comprises areas like Goregaon and Oshiwara, while the M-west ward comprises areas like Chembur, Tilak Nagar and Mahul.
Updated on Apr 30, 2023 12:22 AM IST
ISCE, CBSE schools also declare early holidays
Apart from state board schools, most of the other boards were to commence summer vacations for their wards from April 29 onwards. While the state board declared holidays from April 15 onwards citing soaring temperatures, parents of other boards were hoping for a similar decision
Updated on Apr 25, 2023 10:50 PM IST