Delhi-NCR Schools Receive Hoax Bomb Threats; 16-Year-Old Allegedly Behind Emails, Police Dismiss Claims

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:45pm on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

Over 100 schools in Delhi-NCR received bomb threat emails, causing panic among parents and students. The Union Home Ministry labeled the threats as 'hoax', urging the public not to panic. Rumors circulated regarding a 16-year-old student's involvement, based on an old social media post. However, Delhi Police refuted the claims, stating the email sender remains unidentified. Security measures were heightened as schools conducted thorough checks. Education Minister Atishi reassured parents of ongoing safety measures. The incident underscores the need for vigilance amidst such false threats.            

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Vistara Aircraft Damaged in Hailstorm, Emergency Landing in Odisha

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:18pm on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

A Vistara flight that was traveling from Bhubaneswar to New Delhi had to make an emergency landing shortly after taking off because it encountered a hailstorm. During the hailstorm, the windshield of the aircraft was damaged, possibly due to hailstones hitting it. Despite the damage to the windshield, the flight crew managed to safely land the plane back at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar. Fortunately, all 169 passengers and crew onboard the flight were unharmed. The airport director, Prasanna Pradhan, confirmed that while the windshield was damaged, no passengers were injured as a result of the incident.

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Accused in Salman Khan Firing Case Dies After Suicide Attempt in Custody

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:58pm on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

Anuj Thapan, accused of supplying weapons in the firing outside Salman Khan's house, attempted suicide in police custody. Rushed to hospital, he died during treatment. Thapan and accomplice Sonu Subhash Chander were arrested by Mumbai Police on April 25. The firing incident occurred on April 14, with two shooters detained later. Salman Khan was present during the incident. The police have invoked the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against all accused. Investigation continues.

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Accused Anuj Thapan in the Salman Khan Residence Firing Case, Allegedly Commits Suicide in Police Custody

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:21am on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

Anuj Thapan, a suspect in the April 14 shooting outside Salman Khan's home, died by suicide in police custody. Mumbai Police had invoked MCOCA against alleged shooters Vicky Gupta and Sagar Pal, along with Sonu Kumar Chander Bishnoi and Thapan for supplying firearms. Lawrence Bishnoi and Anmol Bishnoi, wanted accused, are linked to the incident. Gupta and Pal were arrested in Gujarat, while Sonu Bishnoi and Thapan were apprehended in Punjab. Anmol Bishnoi, supposedly in Canada, claimed responsibility on Facebook, traced to Portugal's IP address. Thapan's death adds complexity to the investigation.

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Indian Space Start-Up Uses Spy Satellite Tech to Track Mosquitoes

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:52am on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

Sisir Radar, an Indian start-up, is using advanced satellite technology to tackle the mosquito issue. By adapting spy satellite techniques, they've developed a way to detect mosquito larvae in water bodies using drones. Their tests have shown promising results, accurately identifying larvae in different types of containers. This breakthrough aims to pinpoint exactly where mosquitoes are breeding, especially during the summer and monsoon months. Sisir Radar hopes this technology will enable more targeted and effective insecticide spraying to control mosquito populations.

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Delhi-NCR Schools Hit by Bomb Threats; Number of Affected Institutions Rises to 100

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:37am on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

Nearly 100 schools in Delhi-NCR faced bomb threats, triggering police searches. While no suspicious items were found, panic ensued among parents and students. The threats, received via mail on May 1, prompted a probe by Delhi Fire Services. DCP New Delhi, Devesh Kumar Mahla, assured the public, stating all schools were checked with no evidence found. Delhi LG VK Saxena urged cooperation, vowing to apprehend culprits. Schools affected include Amity School, Army Public School, DPS International School, among others. Authorities advise vigilance amidst ongoing investigations into the alarming threats.

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60+ Delhi Schools Shut Early After Bomb Threat; Nothing Found in Searches

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:43am on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

Several schools in Delhi and Noida were evacuated following bomb threats received via email. Police are conducting searches, yet nothing suspicious has been found. Delhi Police spokesperson, Suman Nalwa, urged parents not to panic. Efforts to trace the email's IP address are underway, but the sender remains unidentified. Sanskriti School, Mother Mary School, and Delhi Public School were among the first to receive threats, with around 60 others following suit. Authorities believe it to be a mischief, with the cyber cell unit aiding in the investigation.

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Court Decision Prevents Ashneer Grover from Transferring BharatPe Shares to Third Parties

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:06am on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

Delhi High Court has barred ex-BharatPe MD Ashneer Grover from transferring shares given by co-founder Bhavik Koladiya, following Koladiya's lawsuit to reclaim them. Justice Prateek Jalan cited Koladiya's strong case, fearing irreversible harm if Grover made third-party claims on the shares. The order prevents Grover from altering or assigning any rights in the disputed shares until the case's resolution. It clarifies that the judgment's purpose is solely to address the present application and not to prejudice either party during the trial. The ruling highlights the ongoing legal battle within BharatPe's leadership, shedding light on the intricacies of the company's internal dynamics.

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Eight Delhi Schools Evacuated Due to Bomb Threat Emails, Exams Halted Midway

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:17am on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

Multiple schools in Delhi and Noida recieved bomb threats via email, prompting evacuations and safety measures. Among the affected institutions were Sanskriti School, Mother Mary School, and Delhi Public School. Mother Mary School suspended ongoing exams and declared an emergency, while DPS promptly sent students home as a precautionary measure. Law enforcement agencies initiated thorough search operations on the premises. Visuals showed concerned parents arriving to collect their children. The threatening emails claimed the presence of explosives within the campuses. Schools promptly informed parents of the situation via email, ensuring transparency and communication. Authorities are actively coordinating to ensure the safety and security of all students involved.

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Newsclick Founder Faces Allegations of Financing Terrorism in an Extensive 8,000-Page Chargesheet

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:46am on 01 May 2024,Wednesday India

Delhi Police's chargesheet against Newsclick and its founder Prabir Purkayastha accuses them of terror funding and spreading Chinese propaganda. Purkayastha, under investigation for allegedly broadcasting Chinese propaganda in India, is linked to the farmers' protests and the 2020 Delhi riots. The chargesheet alleges his involvement in collecting funds for terrorist activities, including supporting banned group Lashkar-e-Taiba. With evidence suggesting Rs 91 crore funneled through Newsclick for such activities, Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakravarty were arrested by Delhi Police's Special Cell on October 3 last year. The chargesheet spans nearly 8,000 pages, with annexures detailing the accusations.

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