2 dead babies found in glass bottles in vacated apartment in Hong Kong
A 24-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman were detained on suspicion of illegal disposal of bodies. A cleaning person found two dead baby boys in glass bottles... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaManipur Violence: 23 bodies buried, another burial likely next week
A mass burial was conducted in Phaijang village, Manipur, for the bodies of 23 individuals who died during ethnic clashes. Four of the bodies were unidentified. The mass burial took place amid a total shutdown in the district. Another mass burial is expected on December 20 for 87 bodies. Key Points
Economic TimesIsraeli forensic teams describe signs of torture, abuse
Israeli military forensic teams have examined the bodies of victims of last week's Hamas attack and found signs of torture, rape, and other atrocities. Around 1,300 bodies have been brought to an army base in Ramla for forensic checks. Around 90% of the military dead have been identified, and teams are halfway through identifying civilians. Key Points
Economic TimesSmell of death hangs thick in Israeli village near Gaza border where bodies of babies, men and women lie scattered in ruin
On the road approaching this rural village, the bodies of militants lie scattered between the shells of burned-out cars. Walls and doors of what used to be neatly kept stucco homes are blasted wide open. As bags holding the bodies of slain residents await identification, the smell of death hangs thi Key Points
The Tribune India81 dead in rain fury in Himachal, Uttarakhand, flash floods in Punjab, rescue efforts on
At least 81 people were killed in rain-related incidents in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Several houses collapsed in many places due to incessant downpours. Key Points
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bodies of woman, two daughters found hanging in Etah village
Sensation spread in the village on Saturday when the bodies of the 45-year-old woman and her two teenaged daughters, aged 17 and 15, were found in three different rooms of the house. The youngest daughter, aged 10, who had been sent by her mother to get mobile recharged from the market, discovered the bodies first. Key Points
Hindustan Times4-days-old baby survives on his own between decomposed bodies of parents; rescued after 3 days
The officers suspect that the man, who was facing significant financial difficulties, may have had motives for suicide. It was observed that blood, suspected to have originated from their mouths, was present around the bodies. Key Points
FirstpostOdisha train tragedy: 82 bodies unidentified as relatives await DNA reports
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met the AIIMS authorities on Friday and discussed the process of identification. “DNA matching is the only way for identification in a scientific manner and we are taking all steps in this regard,” Pradhan told reporters. Key Points
The Indian ExpressOdisha train accident | Death toll nears 300 amidst discovery of more putrid bodies
At North Orissa Chamber of Commerce and Industry campus, Balasore, where bodies are temporarily kept to hand over relatives was overflowing with people. About 100 unclaimed bodies have been sent to AIIMS, Bhubaneswar for their preservation. Key Points
The HinduOdisha train accident: Corridors lined with corpses, relatives on grim quest to find loved ones
Families of the victims of Indias worst train disaster in decades have been struggling to identify their loved ones among the 288 dead. At the Bahanaga High School, close to the three-way collision in the east of the country, relatives have been asked to scan images of corpses in a makeshift morgue. Only 45 of the 179 bodies received by the school have so far been identified, some of which were not intact and many of which have been further damaged by the heat. The remaining unidentified bodies are to be moved to better-equipped facilities before undergoing eventual DNA testing. Key Points
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Odisha train tragedy | Recovered multiple bodies, arranged medical help: How Balasore bravehearts rushed to people's rescue
The locals of Odisha's Balasore were the first to rush to people's rescue when the horrific triple train collision happened on Friday. From pulling out multiple bodies to providing medical help to the injured, the bravehearts recalled the experience of the fateful night. Key Points
India TodayUnsung Heroes: This Bengaluru ambulance driver ensures a dignified farewell for all unclaimed bodies
E Daniel estimates that he has so far buried over 20,000 unclaimed bodies in Bengaluru. True to his ‘calling’, the 34-year-old also carries out some basic rituals ahead of the burial. Key Points
The Indian ExpressIndians among 8 migrants found dead near Canada-US border
The bodies were found on Friday in a marsh on the riverbank near Akwesasne, a community which straddles Quebec, Ontario and New York state. One other person is still missing. Key Points
India TodayWhy body positivity matters for your toddler
Body positivity matters. Complimenting a child for having a thin body reinforces the idea that thin is better than fat. A friend's comment reminded me to be gentle. Key Points
InsiderThousands of bodies lie buried in rubble in Gaza; Families dig to retrieve them, often by hand
Officials in Gaza say they don’t have the equipment, manpower or fuel to search properly for the living, let alone the dead. The wreckage goes on for block after devastated block. The smell is sickening. Every day, hundreds of people claw through tons of rubble with shovels and iron bars and their bare hands. Key Points
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UP man 'hacks daughter, her lover with spade', walks 13 km with murder weapon to turn himself in
Badaun SP says Mahesh, wife Bhagmati have been arrested. Family was allegedly opposed to relationship as couple belonged to different sub castes. bodies were found disfigured. Key Points
ThePrintIndian family among 8 dead in attempt to enter US from Canada, say cops
Members of an Indian family were among eight people who drowned in the St Lawrence River while attempting to cross into the US from Canada illegally. The dead were six adults and two children. Key Points
India TodayHimachal rains: After landslides, fear grips Shimla; residents move to safe places
More than 250 residents of landside-affected areas, including Krishna Nagar, Downdale, and Fagli, in Shimla have been relocated to safe places in the last three days. Multiple search and rescue teams are also working in landslide-affected areas across the district. NDRF inspector Nafees Khan said 16 bodies were recovered on Saturday and efforts are ongoing to find four more. Key Points
Economic Times13 bodies recovered in Manipur after firing incident in Tengnoupal district
Assam Rifles initiated an operation in Manipur's Tengnoupal after inputs regarding a firing incident on Monday. Following the operation, 13 bodies were recovered in the area. Key Points
India TodayOdisha train accident: 101 bodies yet to be identified, toll rises to 278; BJP says TMC behind conspiracy
The Railways updated the toll in the Odisha train tragedy to 278 after three more people succumbed to their injuries. Officials said 101 bodies of the 278 who died were yet to be identified. Meanwhile, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari alleged the TMC was behind the accident. Key Points
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Couple found murdered at home in Meerut
The bodies of Pramod Karanwal (52) and his wife Mamta (50) were found in a room on the first floor of their house in sector-6 of Shastri Nagar locality, said senior superintendent of police (SSP) Rohit Sajwan, who inspected the spot. Sajwan said initial probe suggested that a sharp-edged weapon was used to kill the couple and the angle of loot had also not been ruled out. Key Points
Hindustan TimesGujarat govt announces 27 per cent reservation for OBCs in local self-governing bodies
The BJP government in Gujarat has announced a 27% reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in local bodies, based on a commission's report. However, in areas with substantial tribal population, the reservation for OBCs will continue to be 10%. The existing quota for Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes remains unchanged. Key Points
Economic Times'UN needs to be more democratic and representative': Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
UNSC currently comprises five permanent members China, France, Russia, the UK, and the US. There are 10 elected non-permanent members who serve two-year terms. India completed its two-year term in December last year Key Points
FirstpostCBI probe won't help: Mamata Banerjee on Odisha train crash investigation
The Bengal chief minister said she had handed over the probe into the Gyaneshwari accident to the CBI 12 years ago. But the agency couldn't solve the case, she said. Key Points
India TodayGorakhpur: Two youths drown in Rapti
Two friends drowned in river Rapti while taking a bath in Uttar Pradesh, India on Sunday evening. Their bodies could not be recovered despite rescue attempts. Key Points
Hindustan TimesIndia conducts first-ever census of water bodies; Here's some revelations
New Delhi [India], April 23 (ANI): For the first time in India, the government has conducted the first-ever census of water bodies. The census provided a comprehensive inventory of India’s water resources, including natural and man-made water bodies like ponds, tanks, lakes, and more, and to collect data on the encroachment of water bodies. The […] Key Points
ThePrintHow Hathras stampede has destroyed families & shaken faith. 'If Baba is God, why didn't he save them?'
In Sokhna village, Vinod Kumar grieves the deaths of his mother, wife & 10-yr-old daughter. In Daunkeli, Kamlesh's body was adorned with sindoor and covered in new dupattas. Key Points
ThePrintUttarakhand: 2 more bodies found, death toll rises to 7 in Gaurikund landslide
Rescuers on Saturday pulled out two more bodies from the debris of the landslide which swept away three shops in Gaurikund on the way to Kedarnath on August 4, an official said. The death toll in the tragedy has risen to seven while 16 people are still missing, Rudraprayag Disaster Management Officer Nandan Singh Rajwar said. Key Points
Economic Times20 still missing after Uttarakhand landslide
Rescuers on Saturday looked for 20 people who remained missing at rain-hit Gaurikund on the Kedarnath route following a landslide triggered by flashfloods two days ago. Three bodies were earlier recovered. Key Points
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