A devastating fire in Dhaka, Bangladesh, originating from a biryani restaurant, claimed 43 lives and left many injured.
Survivor Mohammad Altaf recounted a narrow escape, highlighting the heroic efforts of colleagues amidst tragedy.
The incident underscores ongoing safety challenges in the country, prompting calls for improved regulations and enforcement across all industries to prevent future disasters.
Opposition figures in Bangladesh sought to stoke anti-India sentiments, particularly as Sheikh Hasina secured her fourth consecutive term in office, bolstering her close ties with India. After months of silence, Prime Minister Hasina has launched a full-scale offensive against the opposition's "Boycott India" campaign. Known for her fondness for traditional attire like the sari, Hasina utilised this cultural symbol to confront her political adversaries.
#Bangladesh #SheikhHasina #OppositionBNP #BoycottIndia #IndiaOut #BNP #Campaign #HasinaVsBNP #Dhaka #PoliticalTensions
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Delhi Is the ‘Most Polluted’ , Capital City in the World.
The capital of India was found to be the
world's most polluted capital city in 2023,
according to air-quality monitoring group IQAir.
India was also ranked as the
third-most polluted country after
Bangladesh and Pakistan, BBC reports.
In 2022, India was the
eighth most polluted country. .
According to the report, the average level
of fine particulate matter PM2.5 in India's
air was 54.4 micrograms per cubic meter. .
Delhi's air quality had a PM2.5 reading
of 92.7 micrograms per cubic meter.
Air that is considered safe to breathe
typically has 12 to 15 micrograms per
cubic meter of PM2.5, BBC reports. .
Levels higher than 35 micrograms per
cubic meter are thought to be unhealthy. .
Only seven countries were within
the World Health Organization's yearly
PM2.5 guideline, an "average of 5 micrograms per cubic meter or less," BBC reports. .
Those countries are Australia, Estonia, Finland, Grenada, Iceland, Mauritius and New Zealand.
Those countries are Australia, Estonia, Finland, Grenada, Iceland, Mauritius and New Zealand.
In 2023 air pollution remained a global health
catastrophe, IQAir’s global data set provides
an important reminder of the resulting
injustices and the need to implement the
many solutions that exist to this problem. , Aidan Farrow, senior air quality scientist at
Greenpeace International, via 'The Guardian'
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The United States voiced concern over India's Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), aiming to expedite citizenship for persecuted migrants. US State Department closely monitors the implementation, emphasizing democratic principles of religious freedom and equal treatment. CAA rules, notified four years post-passage, facilitate citizenship for non-Muslim migrants from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan.
#UnitedStates #CAA #USStateDepartment #CAANRC #Biden #JoeBiden #Pakistan #Bangladesh #Afghanistan #USnews #Indianews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Discover how the Citizenship (Amendment) Act has simplified the path to Indian citizenship for minority communities from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. Learn about the latest rules and their impact on citizenship applications in this informative video.
#CAA #CitizenshipAmendmentAct #CAAImplemented #CAAImplementedinIndia #CAARules #ModiGovernment #CitizenshipinIndia #Oneindia
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Learn about Lavender and Gospel, two advanced AI systems aiding Israel's military in tracking Hamas operatives in Gaza. These AI recruits have sparked debates over their ethical and legal implications. Stay informed on the latest developments in modern warfare.
#AI #AIinWar #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelHamasConflict #IsraelAIRecruit #Lavender #Gospel #GazaWar #Oneindia
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An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.5 shook Indonesia's Java island, causing widespread tremors. Despite the intensity, there was no tsunami alert issued by the BMKG. The USGS reported the quake's depth at 68.3 kilometers (42 miles). Stay updated on the latest seismic activity.
#IndonesiaEarthquake #JavaIsland #Jakarta #JavaEarthquake #JakartaEarthquake #EarthquakeinIndonesia #JokoWidodo #Oneindia
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Greetings and welcome another episode of International News Wrap, your premier destination for global updates, brought to you exclusively by OneIndia. In today's segment, we present a diverse array of stories ranging from Russian missiles pounding Ukrainian power plants to Chinese military activity in Taiwan. Join us as we delve into the day's most significant international developments, ensuring you stay abreast of the latest events unfolding worldwide.
#Ukraine #Russia #MissileAttack #EnergyFacilities #AirDefenses #USMilitaryAid #StraitOfHormuz #ArcticCircle #DTEK #VolodymyrZelenskiy #Taiwan #China #MilitaryActivity #TaiwanStrait #AntonyBlinken #US #ChinaRelations #DefenseMinistry #SecurityConcerns #HostageDeal #Israel #Egypt #Hamas #Rafah #IDF #ShinBet #Iran #MSCAries #Portugal #StraitOfHormuz #IndianCrew #Release #JapaneseEarthquake #BoninIslands #USGS #TsunamiWarning #SeismicActivity #RingOfFire #InternationalNewsWrap
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As the third leg of elections commences, enthusiasm wanes, but politicians remain in the spotlight. Today's focus includes Mamata Banerjee's injury, the Amethi Puzzle, and Kejriwal's war room. Voter turnout across 88 seats in 13 states dropped compared to 2019 elections, hinting at potential impact on final results.
#PollPulse #LokSabhaElections #BJP #PMModiNews #Modinews #RahulGandhinews #Politics #Electionnews #Oneinda #Oneindia news
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A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck Japan's Bonin Islands, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) on Saturday (April 27). The quake occurred at a depth of 503.2 km (312.7 miles). The US National Tsunami Warning Center confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued based on the available data.
#JapanEarthquake #BoninIsland #USGS #Magnitude6.5 #EarthquakeAlert #NaturalDisaster #EmergencyResponse #TectonicActivity #SafetyFirst #DisasterPreparedness
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Heavy rainstorms have devastated southern China, claiming lives and causing widespread damage. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with 10 people still missing. Chen Min, vice minister of water resources, has..
A fire engulfed three hotel buildings near Patna junction, claiming three lives and injuring over a dozen. Despite firefighting efforts, delays ensued due to congested surroundings. Prompt rescue..
Russia launched a drone attack on Ukraine that injured seven people in the Black Sea port of Odesa, two of them children, and also targeted Kyiv, the capital, Ukraine's military officials said early on..
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