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Topic: Fire accidents

In probe prompted by NICU fire, Delhi ACB finds 40 nursing homes violating fire safety norms

Anti-corruption branch found 40 nursing homes without proper fire-safety measures after inspecting 62 clinics in the capital.

Rapid urbanisation leading to more fire accidents. But Indian firefighters lack numbers, equipment

The incidents in Delhi & Rajkot last week have raised concerns about the preparedness of India’s fire services, which, according to govt reports, are facing a lack of adequate infra and manpower.

Heroes of Rajkot fire — tea stall owner who ‘didn’t think twice’, 18-yr-old hit with survivor’s guilt

Tea stall owner Mahesh Bharwar was a first responder, and student Prithviraj Zala lost two friends but helped save many others. Their actions were critical during wait for fire tenders.

‘Everyone could’ve been saved’— grieving relatives question fire dept response in Rajkot tragedy

There are discrepancies in official records & eyewitness statements about when fire started at TRP Gaming Zone. ‘Waited 45 minutes for help,’ says father who lost 19-yr-old daughter.

No NOC, no licence — Vivek Vihar blaze exposes lax fire safety in ‘most smaller Delhi hospitals’

Many hospitals across Delhi operate without a fire NOC, required for a licence to operate, officials say. Now, Delhi govt has ordered all hospitals to complete a fire audit by 8 June.

Rajkot gaming zone fire: Bodies being returned to kin as spotlight remains on negligence

FIR says proprietors never filed for fire NOC, AC wires not covered or insulated. Proprietor Dhawal Thakkar is currently absconding.

Only 18% Indians say their home fire safety equipment is checked yearly, shows LocalCircles survey

The survey, released Sunday, also shows that 27% Indians admit their homes to be completely non-compliant. Many attribute this to 'cumbersome, corrupt' certification process.

Rajkot fire victims’ bodies burnt beyond recognition, kin await DNA results — ‘nobody giving answers’

A forensic team has arrived at AIIMS and Rajkot civil hospital to collect DNA samples. TRP Gaming Zone was operating without NOC from fire dept, says a senior police officer.

Minor fire breaks out at DoP&T building in North Block

No physical records or files were damaged by the blaze. A few furniture items and some equipment were partially damaged.

Mahakaleshwar temple admin bans outside chemical-laced colours at shrine during Rangpanchami

Announcement comes after massive fire broke during the bhasma aarti in the temple, suspectedly caused due to falling of chemical-laced colour on the puja thali containing burning camphor.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.