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Badlapur railway station against the alleged sexual assault of two four-year-old girls at a local school. The crowd sat on tracks for several hours, paralysing Central Railway traffic and demanding custody of the accused. They were protesting the delay in filing of an FIR by the police. The rail roko protest led to the diversion of 12 long-distance trains and suspension of local train services on the Ambernath-Karjat section of Central Railway. The protesters were demanding that the accused be handed over to them so that they could hang him in public. One of the reasons for the anger was the response of the Badlapur police. REASON FOR PROTEST

messaging services and protect consumers from fraudulent practices. Continuing its offensive against unsolicited spam calls and messages, TRAI made it clear that from September 1, 2024, all access service providers will be prohibited from transmitting messages containing URLs, OTT links, or call back numbers which are not 'whitelisted' (authorised) by the senders. To enhance message traceability, TRAI has mandated that the trail of all messages from senders to recipients must be traceable from November 1, 2024. Any message with an undefined or mismatched telemarketer chain will be rejected. The latest move assumes significance as TRAI has cracked the whip on unauthorised telemarketers indulging in promotional calls and messages to telecom subscribers. Last week, TRAI directed telcos to disconnect all telecom resources of unregistered telemarketers found making spam calls, and to blacklist them for up to two years.

telecom operators' suggestion to bring internet call and messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Google Meet under the ambit of telecom licences. Broadband India Forum (BIF) President TV Ramachandran, in a statement, said bringing OTT (over-the-top) services under the Telecom Act is in complete violation of Article 14 of the Constitution, which guarantees equal treatment to every person and entity. «Comparing OTT services to telecom services of voice and SMS is completely erroneous and overlooks the vast and critical differences between the two categories,» Ramachandran said. He said telecom service providers enjoy several exclusive and unique rights that include the right to interference-free spectrum, numbering resources, right of way to set up infrastructure etc. However, OTT players neither have these privileges nor do they own the network or control the access to telecom infrastructure.

Ford is recalling approximately 85,000 Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles because the engines may fail prematurely and possibly result in a fire

metro projects in Bengaluru, Pune, and Thane, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance transportation efficiency.

baolis that once populated Delhi. Inside, it feels like you are walking through time as a map showcases Delhi’s 2,500-year-old history. Visitors can see architectural models of monuments such as the Nila Gumbad, which sits in the middle of a busy traffic intersection a few yards from the Humayun’s Tomb complex.

Flights and trains in the Tokyo area have been canceled, and people were warned of strong winds, heavy rains and potential flooding and mudslides as a typhoon swerved near Japan on its way further north in the Pacific Ocean

Mint. “We see potential for at least 20-25 airports, including those in metros, to become hub airports," one of them said.

Ola Electric's S1 X is one of the most popular electric scooters in the country. It comes equipped with a 4 kWh battery and boasts a top speed of 85 km/h. The scooter can accelerate from 0 to 40 km/h in just 4.1 seconds and reaches 60 km/h in 8.1 seconds.

U.S. highway safety regulators have closed an investigation into complaints that suspension parts can fail on nearly 75,000 Tesla vehicles, and they won’t seek a recall

Ahmedabad-Mumbai Double Decker Express got detached from the running train near Surat city in Gujarat on Thursday morning, officials said. The incident took place at around 8.50 am when the train (number 12932) reached Gothangam yard between Sayan and Surat railway station, a release by the Western Railway (WR) said. Nobody was injured in the incident and the affected coaches were later re-attached with the train, it said. Immediately after the incident, restoration work was launched and Up trains were operated through the loop line, the WR said on X.

Kosovo’s prime minister says that fully reopening a bridge in Mitrovica would be another step toward free movement and wasn’t a threat to anyone

Vistara flight from Delhi made a priority landing here on Wednesday due to a «minor» technical issue, the airline said. The aircraft landed safely and is currently undergoing inspection, it added. «Shortly before landing, a minor technical snag was detected on Vistara flight UK 995 that was operating from Delhi to Mumbai on 14 August 2024,» a Vistara spokesperson said in a statement. As a precautionary step, the pilots requested the Air Traffic Controller for «priority landing», and landed safely at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Vistara said without sharing the number of people on board.

The country’s two main railways and their workers remain at loggerheads over scheduling, safety or salaries — depending on who you ask — as the clock ticks down on contract negotiations.

Bengaluru traffic police have issued an advisory to companies along the Outer Ring Road (ORR) to implement work-from-home (WFH) arrangements on August 14. The recommendation comes in anticipation of heavy traffic congestion due to a long weekend and predicted heavy rainfall. On August 13, the Bengaluru traffic police issued this advisory through a letter addressed to the Outer Ring Road Companies Association (ORRCA). Joint Commissioner of Police (Bengaluru traffic) MN Anucheth stated, «This is to bring to your attention that heavy traffic congestion is expected on August 14, 2024, due to the upcoming long weekend coupled with the predicted heavy rainfall.» ORRCA represents technology parks, IT/ITeS companies, and software development and research centres on the Central Silk Board-KR Pura section of ORR. The advisory further explained, «To minimize disruptions and avoid undue delays, it is requested that member companies consider allowing WFH for their employees on August 14. This measure will not only reduce the number of vehicles on the road but also ensure a smoother commute for those who need to travel.»

Ford and Mazda are warning the owners of more than 475,000 older vehicles in the U.S. not to drive them because they have dangerous Takata air bag inflators that have not been replaced

DST) ends for 2024. This annual ritual, which involves «springing forward» in March and «falling back» in November, will see its conclusion on November 3 this year.

In addition to rainfall, the national capital is expected to witness slight thinderstorms, the weather agency said in their forecast. «Cloudy with light rain and potential thunderstorms. The temperature will vary between 26°C and 32°C,» said the IMD in a statement. Read more: Delhi rains: Traffic alerts issued amid waterlogging on many roads. Check weather forecast

₹5,200, a jump of 23% from a year earlier. Similarly, a Bengaluru-Kochi ticket now costs around ₹3,500, a 46% spike from a year ago. While air traffic slowed in July on account of monsoon, travel picked up in August.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting a week full of showers. On August 12, 2024, the national capital experienced light rain, with the maximum temperature recorded at 32°C and the minimum at 24.8°C. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi's air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 53 this morning, placing it in the «satisfactory» category. The AQI scale ranges from «good» (0-50) to «severe» (401-500), with «satisfactory» (51-100) indicating that air quality poses little or no risk. Throughout the week, Delhi is expected to witness generally cloudy skies accompanied by light to moderate rain, thundershowers, and occasional lightning, as forecasted by the IMD.

REA Group, owner of Housing.com, PropTiger.com, and Makaan.com, reported a 31% rise in its revenue from India in the financial year ended June 2024, down from 46% a year ago. The company has reported 103 million AUD (Rs 563 crore) in FY 24 against $79 million for the Australian FY23 ended June and $54 million in FY 22. «Our new products and innovations, both for customers and home seekers, have gained great popularity among the target groups and boosted sales, contributing to a 30% revenue growth,” said Dhruv Agarwala, CEO, Housing.com & PropTiger.com.