Morning Digest: ISRO launches historic 100th satellite from Sriharikota; stampede breaks out at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj; casualties feared, and more
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ISRO creates history with the 100th launch from Sriharikota
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Wednesday (January 29, 2025) morning launched its historic 100th launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The GSLV-F15 with the NVS-02 satellite lifted off from the spaceport’s second launch pad at 6.23 am.
Stampede breaks out at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj; casualties feared, rescue ops underway
Multiple casualties were feared after a “stampede-like” situation broke out at the Sangam on Wednesday (January 29, 2025) amid the ongoing Maha Kumbh, as a large number of pilgrims turned up for a holy bath on Mauni Amavasya, officials said .Officer on Special Duty for the Mela Akanksha Rana said, “Some people have got injured and have been hospitalised after a barrier broke at the Sangam. We are yet to have the exact count of those injured”.
India rejects Canadian commission’s ‘insinuations’ on interference in elections
India on Tuesday (January 28, 2025) night strongly rejected “insinuations” made against it in a report by a Canadian commission that investigated allegations that certain foreign governments were meddling into Canada’s elections. In a strong reaction, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it rejects the report’s “insinuations” on India.
Waqf panel asks government to bring in new law to protect tribal lands
Deputy Director Udayakumar D. advocates skill development and self-employment for students to navigate today's competitive job market.
Freebies are necessary but there should be a monitoring mechanism, say activists
The New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) marked a milestone with the arrival of MT Apollo Ocean, an LPG tanker, at Berth No. 13 on Thursday, at 4 p.m., which is recognised as the 40,000th vessel to call at the Port since its inception.
Traffic curbs announced for Sri Rama Navami Yatra in Hyderabad
A Tamil Nadu State Planning Commission study reveals the ground reality of gig workers across platforms like Uber, Swiggy, and Zomato. Long hours, mounting debt, and lack of basic facilities expose the gap between “flexibility” and survival. Is the gig economy truly empowering workers—or trapping them?
Posing as Border Security Force (BSF) officials, conmen duped a Bengaluru-based firm of over ₹26 lakh by issuing a fake purchase order.
Sniffer dog wing welcomes puppy ‘Brownie’
The High Court of Karnataka on Thursday ordered the issue of notice to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, his wife Parvathi B.M. and others on a petition challenging a special court’s order of accepting a clean chit given to them by the Lokayukta police on the allegation of illegalities and corruption in the allotment of 14 alternative sites worth ₹56 crore to Ms. Parvathi by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA).
Parliamentary panel proposes a National Highway Safety Patrol to enhance accident response, enforce traffic discipline, and protect infrastructure.
Nara Bhuvaneswari announces a comprehensive development plan for Kuppam, focusing on industrial growth, welfare, and infrastructure.
Political tensions rise in Vattiyurkavu as UDF candidate alleges secret CPI(M)-BJP deals ahead of Kerala Assembly polls 2026.
Cashier in Hassan accused of refusing service and making derogatory religious remarks; police investigate after viral video.
Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) in its Budget for 2026-27 proposed three initiatives for women.