Latest news today (January 4): Presenting FE’s Breaking News today. We will keep you updated on all major news, views and much more throughout the day.
Fire breaks out at teaching block of AIIMS Delhi, douse
A fire erupted in the teaching block of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) located in the national capital on Thursday morning, as per reports. Delhi Fire Services dispatched seven fire tenders to the location, successfully extinguishing the blaze. The fire extensively damaged furniture, a refrigerator, and office documents situated on the second floor of the Director’s building at AIIMS. Fortunately, there have been no reported casualties or injuries thus far. Additional information is anticipated.
26 trains to Delhi from various parts of the country are running late due to various reasons including fog conditions in the northern region pic.twitter.com/FDJQe5Pp9b
— ANI (@ANI) January 4, 2024
Fire breaks out at chemical factory in Navi Mumbai
A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory in Maharashtra’s Navi Mumbai on Thursday, reports said. As soon as information was received, the fire tender reached the spot and efforts were underway to douse the fire. No casualties or injuries have been reported.
Security heightened outside CM Kejriwal’s residence
Security has been heightened outside the residence of Delhi CM & AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal. He had skipped the third summons by the ED yesterday. AAP Minister Atishi had hinted towards the possible arrest of Arvind Kejriwal after a raid by the Enforcement Directorate at the CM’s residence today.
Schools in Prayagraj to remain closed till Jan 6 amid cold wave
Amid rains and cold wave conditions, the district administration in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj on Wednesday announced that the secondary schools of all the boards will remain closed till January 6.
ED arrests Mumbai builder in money laundering case
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) on Wednesday arrested a Mumbai-based builder in an alleged money laundering case, officials said.
Japan quake death toll rises to 73, search for survivors enters fourth day
The death toll from a powerful earthquake in Japan that struck the country’s west coast on New Year’s Day rose to 73 on Thursday, as the search for survivors under collapsed buildings continued and tens of thousands evacuees awaited aid.
Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 hits Afghanistan
An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 on the Richter Scale jolted Afghanistan on Thursday, according to the National Centre for Seismology.
