Bhupendra Singh ChundawatBhopal, 18 August (Kiran News): The spell of rain continues across Madhya Pradesh, as the monsoon has returned with the activation of a low-pressure area. The Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert for 14 districts of the state today, Monday. Out of these, four districts—Dewas, Harda, Khandwa, and Burhanpur—may receive extremely heavy rainfall …
Jaipur, 18 August (Kiran News): The weakening of monsoon winds in western Rajasthan has led to an increase in daytime temperatures across the region. On Sunday, Jaisalmer recorded the highest temperature at 40.3°C. Barmer saw 38.5°C, while Jodhpur, Phalodi, and Ganganagar recorded 38°C, Bikaner 39.2°C, Jalore 37.4°C, and Jaipur’s mercury rose to 35.2°C. Similarly, Sikar, …
Jaipur, 18 August (Kiran News): The Rajasthan High Court has cancelled the order of the Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT), which had allowed the bank to take possession of a petitioner’s property due to delayed loan payments. The court has directed the DRT to hear the matter afresh within two months. Additionally, the court has ordered …
Washington, 18 August (Kiran News): Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet with President Donald J. Trump at the White House today, joined by leaders of the European Union. This meeting comes just days after Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Putin recently proposed a peace plan that would require Ukraine to surrender a significant …
Quetta (Balochistan), Pakistan, 18 August (Kiran News): Baloch Raji Aajoi Sangar (BRAS) has claimed responsibility for killing 24 Pakistani soldiers and five “federal government-backed agents” in 71 attacks carried out across Balochistan between 10 and 15 August. Many others were reportedly injured in these attacks. BRAS spokesperson Baloch Khan stated in a media release that …
Bijapur, 18 August (Kiran News): One District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawan was martyred and three others injured in an IED blast triggered by Naxals in Bhopalpatnam, Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh. According to police, the DRG team had gone out on an anti-Naxal operation on Sunday. During the search operation, a pressure IED planted by Naxals …
Dehradun, 18 August (Kiran News): Intermittent rainfall continues in several parts of Uttarakhand, and this spell is expected to last until 20 August. According to the Meteorological Centre, heavy rainfall is likely in some areas of Pauri, Bageshwar, Pithoragarh, and Nainital districts on Monday. Other districts may also experience thunderstorms, lightning, and heavy rain. The …
Kathmandu, 18 August (Kiran News): In a bid to enhance air connectivity between Nepal and India, the Nepal government has once again formally requested additional air routes from India. During a meeting with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, who is currently on a visit to Nepal, Nepal’s Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana pressed for improved …
Mumbai, 18 August (Kiran News): Five members of a single family lost their lives in a fire that broke out at a furniture shop located in Nevasa Phata, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra. As soon as information about the fire was received, a fire brigade team rushed to the spot and managed to control the blaze. The Ahilyanagar …
Udaipur, 18 August (Kiran News): On 18 August, the electricity department will interrupt power supply in various areas of Udaipur as per the scheduled timings. According to the department, power cuts will be implemented in several localities due to essential maintenance work. Power Outage from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm: Gyan Nagar, areas around Gyan …