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A devastating fire has engulfed one of St. Petersburg's major markets, with reports of explosions. The blaze, which broke out Wednesday night in the Nevsky district, has tragically claimed one life and injured two others. Thick smoke billowed over the city as the entire market complex is believed to be consumed by flames.

Several Central trade unions have raised concerns on the future of social security schemes for unorganised workers such as construction workers and beedi workers as Acts governing their welfare schemes are merged into the Codes 

The Oklahoma City Thunder, with a dominant 23-1 record, are set to host the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. The reigning champions have won 15 straight games, while the Suns, on a 14-10 run, face an uphill battle, especially with Devin Booker questionable due to a groin injury.

UK government analysis reveals a significant imbalance in birth sex ratios among Indian-origin families, with 113 males per 100 females for third or subsequent births. This anomaly suggests potential sex-selective abortions, with an estimated 400 such cases occurring in England and Wales between 2017 and 2021. Officials state sex-selective abortion is illegal and will not be tolerated.

Congress aims to strengthen its position in alliance negotiations

The foreigner was put on emergency exit and sent back from the Srinagar airport. Besides, he has been blacklisted for violating Foreigners Regional Registration Offices rules, a senior police officer told The Hindu

A Chinese national, apprehended for visiting Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh without proper authorization, has been sent back to New Delhi. The 29-year-old tourist allegedly violated visa norms by traveling to restricted areas after arriving on a visa permitting only specific Buddhist pilgrimage sites. He was questioned for several days before his return.

Noisy protests and scuffle over privatisation of medical colleges and naming of a ‘kalyana mandapam’ after a freedom fighter mar Vijayawada Municipal Corporation council meeting

Star running back Alvin Kamara's availability for the New Orleans Saints' Sunday game against the Panthers remains uncertain due to a knee and ankle injury. Coach Kellen Moore offered a cryptic "We'll see" regarding his return. Kamara, who missed the last two games, is focused on recovery and expressed a desire to retire with the team, despite past trade rumors.

Leader of the Opposition demands sacking of ministers who failed to hold periodic reviews on implementation of developmental projects in North Karnataka region