Ankush

Consumer advocacy group alleges lab used for smart meter testing lacks accreditation for critical IS 16444 standards

In a heartbreaking incident in Unakoti district, Tripura, a five-year-old boy, Ankush Malakar, tragically lost his life after a kitchen wall collapsed unexpectedly. His brother, Ayush, was critically injured in the same accident. The two were at home in Fatikroy when the mud wall fell.

CoRover.ai unveiled BharatGPT-mini, an AI model running offline on a laptop's Intel Core Ultra processor. This conversational agent handles text, voice, image, and video in multiple languages, processing everything locally. This innovation is crucial for sectors like defense and healthcare where data privacy and patchy connectivity are major concerns, making AI usable in previously underserved areas.

A survey by QuackQuack reveals that major life changes, emotional check-ins, and jealousy are key triggers for daters to define their relationships. Over a third of respondents found this clarity essential for moving forward, emphasising the importance of open communication to avoid heartbreak and ensure mutual understanding.

BJP has nominated Pravesh Wahi as its candidate for the MCD mayoral election on April 29. With a majority in the House and AAP not contesting, Wahi is poised for an easy win. His agenda includes improving sanitation, parks, and streetlighting, alongside pothole-free roads.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will not contest the upcoming mayoral and deputy mayoral elections in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for the second consecutive year.

Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited has halted smart meter replacements under the RDSS scheme following Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's directive. A four-member technical committee, including IIT professors, will investigate widespread complaints about meter quality and connectivity. Decisions on the smart meter rollout will await the committee's report, amidst ongoing consumer concerns about mandatory prepaid conversions.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered a four-member committee to investigate complaints regarding the quality and connectivity of smart meters. The committee, formed by UPPCL, will examine technical concerns and submit findings within 10 days. This action follows reports of grievances despite UPPCL claiming most of the 85 lakh installed meters are functioning correctly.

Pune airport's runway closure following an Indian Air Force aircraft incident caused significant flight disruptions Monday night. An IAF Sukhoi 30 MKI reportedly experienced an undercarriage failure during a hard landing, blocking the runway. Over 30 flights were diverted or cancelled, leaving passengers facing confusion and delays. Efforts are underway to clear the runway.

As customers use digitally doctored images to game refund systems, delivery apps and restaurants scramble to keep up

Accused trap foreign nationals by issuing customer care numbers to extort huge amounts

A postal worker in Kendrapada has been sentenced to five years in prison for fraudulently withdrawing Rs 26,000 from a customer's account by forging her signature. This conviction follows similar cases of corruption within the postal department in the district, highlighting ongoing issues with financial irregularities and employee misconduct.

Accused Tailed Her Bus, Made Lewd Gestures; Caught After She Dialled 1090

Shiv Sena functionary Sonu Kalyankar was murdered in Nanded, marking the fifth killing in three days. Police quickly arrested four accused, with one shot during apprehension. The motive appears to be an old dispute, though a larger conspiracy is also being investigated.

Guwahati students are calling for real progress instead of election handouts. They want the government to protect Assamese identity, improve education, and create jobs. Students also seek political openness, a strong opposition, and safety for people from the Northeast across India. Their focus is on tangible development and self-sufficiency for the youth.

A surprising number of people are drifting in a health limbo known as malaise, an understated middle ground between feeling good and unwell. Common experiences like ongoing exhaustion, slight unease, or cognitive fog can point to important bodily changes. Health professionals recommend acknowledging these quiet signals, asserting that minor tweaks in lifestyle could help avert serious medical problems later on.