Morning Digest: Two dead, six injured in accident at construction site in Raipur, BJP releases second list of candidates for Delhi Assembly election; and more
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The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 12, 2024
Two dead, six injured in accident at construction site in Raipur
Two workers were killed while six others sustained injuries when a centring frame on an under-construction building collapsed here on Saturday (January 11, 2025). The accident was reported around 3 p.m. on VIP Street, metres away from the VIP Road, a stretch that connects the city to the Raipur airport. The residential building has three multi-storey towers, each at a different stage of construction. While the project is run by a prominent construction firm from the State, those at the site said that it is subcontracted to various contractors.
Ramesh Bidhuri is BJP’s CM face, says Kejriwal; challenges him to a debate
AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (January 11, 2025) said that he has learnt from sources in the BJP that former South Delhi MP Ramesh Bidhuri has been picked as the party’s Chief Minister face in Delhi and that the announcement would be made very soon. Union Home Minister Amit Shah dismissed Mr. Kejriwal’s statement as “tactics” of the AAP and said “Today, Mr. Kejriwal announced the BJP’s chief minster face. Can Mr. Kejriwal announce the Chief Minister face? Should Mr. Kejriwal announce the BJP Chief Minister face.”
Los Angeles investigates fire blame as curfew enforced
Californians on Friday (January 10, 2025) demanded to know who is at fault for the vast devastation caused by the raging Los Angeles wildfires, as a strict curfew went into force to prevent looting and lawlessness. At least 11 people died as flames ripped through neighbourhoods and razed thousands of homes in a disaster that U.S. President Joe Biden likened to a “war scene.” While Angelenos grapple with the heart-rending ruin, anger has risen over officials’ preparedness and response, particularly for a series of false evacuation alarms and after hydrants ran dry as firefighters battled the initial blazes.
BCCI meets Gambhir, Rohit, other key members
Fog blankets Delhi, IMD warns of thunderstorms, night shelters provide refuge with meals, bedding, and blankets.
Local bodies in Ernakulam demand inclusion of tidal flooding as a disaster for quicker relief and mitigation measures.
Ariqt opens global innovation hub in Hyderabad, plans to expand workforce, and leverage city's thriving ecosystem for growth.
Former Canadian Prime Minister condemns Trump's remarks about Canada becoming the 51st state, emphasizing Canadian sovereignty and independence.
ISRO overcomes setback, SpaDeX satellites 15m apart for docking experiment, photos and videos released, historic feat imminent.
The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 12, 2024
Fierce wildfires threaten LA landmarks as firefighters battle flames and residents face devastation and evacuations.
Vaduthala overbridge project in Kochi aims to ease traffic congestion, with land acquisition complete and tenders invited.
Delhi High Court denies bail to alleged ISIS member for radicalising youths online, promoting violence and supporting terrorism.
Local residents in Kozhikode protest against soil mining for National Highway 66, demanding authorities to stop the landfilling.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announces removal of fact-checkers, shift towards user-driven content moderation, sparking concerns over misinformation.