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A newborn died and two others were injured after a warmer machine caught fire in Chhindwara's NICU. The incident occurred early Saturday morning due to sparks from the machine's filament. Hospital staff quickly extinguished the blaze using firefighting equipment. The injured babies were transferred to Jabalpur for advanced medical care. An inquiry has been initiated to determine the exact cause of the fire.

A former Meta manager filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination after objecting to an immigration letter. James Tillinghast claimed the letter overstated an employee's contributions and responsibilities. He also alleged Meta provided preferential immigration support to certain Chinese national employees. Tillinghast believes his dismissal was retaliation for raising these concerns. The lawsuit names Meta Platforms and a manager as defendants.

The Karnataka Assembly has passed a landmark bill to regulate apartment ownership and management effectively. This legislation lays the groundwork for Residents' Welfare Associations and offers guidance on managing common spaces. It also introduces a multi-tiered dispute resolution system. For redevelopment initiatives, a majority of 75% owner consent is now required, with owners who decline receiving double their property's assessed value.

In Madhapur, a seven-storey building that was still under construction collapsed tragically on Saturday afternoon. Search and rescue teams are actively working to locate any individuals who may be trapped beneath the rubble. Officials have sadly confirmed the death of at least two individuals due to the collapse. The building was reportedly erected on a cramped lot, and construction had previously ceased.

The notification said the deployment was intended to prevent a potential security problem and ensure that authorities could respond quickly if an unexpected situation arose. It said that the decision was taken "to avoid any undesirable situation as well as to respond effectively in any unforeseen situation as per the requirement of the district administration".

A 31-year-old M.Sc. Physics student at IIT Delhi died Saturday morning. Police received a call about a student jumping from a building on campus. The injured student was taken to the hospital and declared brought dead. Investigators found no apparent injuries other than those from the fall. Police are examining the student's mobile phone and counselling records.

India returned to winning ways in the World Test Championship after a 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at the Galle International Stadium on Wednesday. Four days after that win, the visitors will be back in action in Colombo for the second and final Test. India will be pleased with most aspects of their performance in Galle, but Kuldeep's form remains one of the major talking points.

A 15-year-old American student was injured in a Juhu hit-and-run incident. A speeding motorcyclist struck the teen while she crossed the road near Bhaidas Hall. She sustained a concussion, leg bruises, and a jaw injury from the collision. Police have registered a case and are actively searching for the fleeing motorcyclist. Activists noted the absence of speedbreakers due to Metro construction work.

India go into the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo with a 1-0 lead after their 165-run win in Galle. But the series has also kept the focus on a team that is trying to build a new Test side after the departure of some of its biggest names.

The finance commissioner of New York City missed a crucial city council hearing regarding the pied-à-terre tax due to ongoing litigation, opting instead to provide written statements. The release of property valuations raised concerns about privacy and clarity among residents. In response, council members are actively pursuing answers and have prepared a list of inquiries for the administration.

Corporate executives are adopting a more measured tone about the role of AI in the job market. Investors are seeking evidence that AI investments are enhancing profit margins. As job losses become more frequent, public concerns escalate, with many Americans fearing that AI will diminish economic prospects. In response, companies are now positioning workforce adjustments as a transformation of roles rather than outright job elimination.

A software engineer was allegedly beaten to death by his wife's relatives following a dispute. His family claims the attack was a pre-planned, calculated conspiracy to kill him. The assault occurred at his home in Delhi after his wife summoned her family members. Police have detained four individuals in connection with the brutal incident and are investigating. The case is being registered under sections relating to murder and common intention.

The NHRC Bench headed by Priyank Kanoongo has directed the Chief Secretary and Director General of Police, Punjab, to inquire into the matter and submit an Action Taken Report (ATR) within two weeks.

At least four people suffered severe burn injuries and three of them died during treatment, the fire spread from a captive power plant in the steel factory, police said

Nitin Nabin led the BJP's new national team in their first meeting. They discussed upcoming assembly elections and grassroots outreach efforts. The party unveiled a 65-member team with many new faces appointed. Key positions saw Vasundhara Raje and Ram Madhav named vice presidents. Piyush Goyal returned as treasurer while other roles were also filled.

The central question before the Supreme Court was whether prescribing a single method of execution, hanging, conforms to the constitutional requirement of a procedure that is just, fair and reasonable

The August 2026 majority judgment is concerning because it injects uncertainty into labour relations at a time when clarity is essential for industrial peace, Jairam Ramesh said

“Political differences can never justify denying a prisoner his or her fundamental rights,” said the Mirwaiz, while referring to the treatment meted out to former Pakistan PM Khan