IOCL Executive Director Dies in Noida Highrise Fall
Ajay Garg, an Indian Oil Corporation executive, died after falling from his 17th-floor balcony in Noida's Sector 104. Police suspect a call led him outside for better signal. Investigation ongoing.
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Hong Kong Welcomes 2026 with Grand Music Concert, Not Fireworks
Hong Kong swapped its famous New Year fireworks for a grand music concert featuring Air Supply to welcome 2026. A synchronized light show on landmark buildings marked the countdown. Discover the details of this unique celebration.
Hong Kong's 2026 NYE fireworks cancelled after tragic fire
Hong Kong replaces iconic New Year fireworks with a music show and light display after a November fire killed 161 people. The decision impacts tourism and businesses.
China's Hong Kong Financial Envoy Qi Bin Reassigned
Qi Bin, Beijing's key financial envoy in Hong Kong, is leaving after just over a year. His assertive push to revive markets stirred debate. Discover the implications for Hong Kong's financial hub status.
Noida Residents Battle Vendors, Traffic Snarls in Sectors 119-121
Residents of Noida's 100x sectors face daily traffic jams and sleepless nights due to rampant unauthorised vending. Despite complaints, authorities fail to act. Read the full report.
Chinese national arrested in Hong Kong over billion yen robbery
Hong Kong police arrest a 43-year-old from mainland China in connection with a daring daylight robbery of nearly 1 billion yen. Get the latest details on the high-value cash heist.
Mainland Chinese Man Arrested in HK Over $6.4M Robbery
Hong Kong police arrest a mainland Chinese man for a violent $6.4 million robbery at a money exchange shop. The suspect was caught at the airport. Read the full investigation details.
Swiss Cheese Model Explains Hong Kong, Goa Fire Tragedies
Deadly fires in Hong Kong and Goa highlight systemic failures. The Swiss Cheese Model explains how layered safety could have prevented these disasters. Read analysis.
Hong Kong Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 held in Guangzhou
The 2025 Hong Kong Entrepreneurs Forum in Guangzhou fostered GBA collaboration, featuring key speakers and focusing on innovation and youth entrepreneurship. Discover the key outcomes.
Hong Kong election turnout defies expectations post-fire
Hong Kong's district council election saw a higher-than-expected 27.5% turnout, despite public anger over a recent deadly fire. Analysts see it as a test of the political climate.
Hong Kong Legislative Election Proceeds After Fatal Fire
Hong Kong residents cast votes in the Legislative Council election, a pivotal event shadowed by a recent deadly fire in Kowloon that claimed 39 lives. Explore the details and implications.
Hong Kong Fire: Safety Breaches, Resident Revolt Before Blaze
A deadly Hong Kong fire followed contractor safety lapses and resident resistance to evacuation. Investigators reveal shocking breaches. Read the full report on the tragedy.
Hong Kong man arrested for sedition over fire comments
Hong Kong police arrest a 71-year-old man for posting seditious content online, criticising authorities over a deadly apartment fire that killed 159 people. Read the full details.
China Warns Foreign Media on Hong Kong Fire Reporting
China's foreign ministry issues a stern warning to international media, accusing them of spreading false information about a deadly Hong Kong fire. Details on the incident and the official response.
HK Fire: Contractor's Safety Record Falsified, 159 Dead
Residents of Wang Fuk Court were misled about the contractor's safety history before a deadly fire killed 159. Investigations into manslaughter and corruption are ongoing. Read the shocking details.
Fire at Lower Parel Industrial Unit, One Worker Rescued
A fire caused by a short circuit engulfed an embroidery unit in Mumbai's Lower Parel. While most employees escaped, one was rescued from a bathroom by the fire brigade. Read the full details of the incident and response.
Best Photos from Around the World on December 5, 2025
A visual journey through December 5, 2025: From a grand welcome for President Putin in Varanasi to the full moon over Kolkata and global news events. See the day's most compelling images.
Hong Kong Blaze: The Problem with Instant Messages of Concern
A journalist in Hong Kong during the deadly Tai Po fire reflects on the misplaced anxiety of distant friends and the city's neglected public housing crisis. Read why instant concern can be a distraction.
Indore warehouse fire controlled, no injuries reported
A fire erupted in a Khajrana, Indore warehouse storing wedding procession materials. Firefighters contained the blaze; no casualties. Investigation ongoing.
Hong Kong Fire Death Toll Rises to 159
A devastating fire at an industrial building in Hong Kong has claimed 159 lives. Authorities are investigating the cause of the tragedy and its aftermath.
Delhi shelter fire kills one, cause under investigation
A fire at a homeless shelter in Delhi's Vasant Vihar killed one person. Investigators suspect a short circuit. Read the full details and the tragic sequence of events.
Ex-India Captain Mamatha Maben Takes Up Hong Kong Coaching Role
Former India women's cricket captain Mamatha Maben has been appointed head coach of the Hong Kong women's team. The move comes during their ongoing T20I series in Malaysia. Read more.
Delhi Bus Fire: 15 Tourists Escape Near Kashmiri Gate
A major fire engulfed a tourist bus near Delhi's Kashmiri Gate ISBT. All 15 passengers had a miraculous escape. Read details of the incident and the swift response.
Hong Kong Fire: 150+ Dead, Substandard Materials Blamed
Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades kills over 150 at Wang Fuk Court. Substandard renovation materials, faulty safety systems cited. 13 arrested for manslaughter. Details inside.
Hong Kong's Deadliest Fire in 75 Years Kills 39
Hong Kong police release shocking images after a massive fire claims 39 lives in Kowloon's New Lucky House, marking the city's deadliest blaze since 1949. Read the full details.
Hong Kong Fire: 146 Dead, Beijing Warns Protesters
Hong Kong apartment fire becomes city's deadliest disaster with 146 confirmed deaths. Beijing warns against political exploitation as anger grows among residents. Read full coverage.
Hong Kong Fire Death Toll Climbs to 146 Victims
Tragic Hong Kong building fire claims 146 lives, marking one of the deadliest incidents in city's history. Authorities investigate safety violations in aging infrastructure.
Hong Kong Fire Death Toll Reaches 146, Safety Audit Ordered
Death toll in Hong Kong's Tai Po apartment fire climbs to 146. Investigation reveals safety lapses, leading to nationwide high-rise building inspections. Read the full report.
Hong Kong's Deadliest Fire Kills 128, Corruption Probe
Hong Kong's worst fire in decades kills 128, sparks corruption investigation into building renovations. Safety concerns ignored despite multiple warnings.
Delhi Fire Kills 4 in Tigri Extension Building
Tragic fire in south Delhi's Tigri Extension claims 4 lives, including brother-sister duo. One woman with 25% burns undergoing treatment. Investigation ongoing.
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