Highlights: PM Modi addresses a rally in Uttar Pradesh's Mirzapur ahead of Phase 7 elections

From death of newborn babies in fire at Delhi's hospital to PM Modi's poll rallies catch all the live updates here

1:05 PM

Here's what chairman of Nursing Home Forum had to say over the deaths of newborn babies

On the fire incident at a New Born Baby Care Hospital in Vivek Vihar, Chairman, Nursing Home Forum, Dr VK Monga says, "Such an unfortunate incident has happened in Delhi where more than six infants have died...If a person is willing to open a clinic or nursing home in a residential area...There are a few guidelines given by 'Masterplan 2021'...The building should be at least 100 sq meters...The height of the building should not be more than 15 metres...On the other hand, the Nursing Home Forum says that these are the hospitals providing services in the nearby areas...They are permitted activity if they are operating on more than 100 sq meters...They should meet all the guidelines like infrastructure, qualified nurses, beds and qualified doctors...Every three years the registration has to be renewed..."

 

12:46 PM

Leh-bound SpiceJet plane suffers glitch; returns to Delhi

A SpiceJet aircraft enroute to Leh suffered a glitch on Sunday morning and returned to the national capital, according to a source.

The source told PTI that the plane, carrying around 135 people, landed safely at the Delhi airport. A full emergency was declared at the airport and the aircraft, operating the flight SG 123 that took off at around 1030 hours, landed safely at about 1100 hrs. The plane returned due to engine vibrations, the source said.

12:43 PM

PM condoles loss of lives in fire at east Delhi hospital

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the fire tragedy at a hospital in east Delhi is heart-rending, and his thoughts are with the bereaved families in this incredibly difficult time.

A massive fire broke out at a private children's hospital in east Delhi's Vivek Vihar, leaving seven newborns dead, officials said on Sunday.

The officials of the Delhi Fire Services (DFS) said the blaze broke out at the Baby Care New Born Hospital at around 11:30 pm on Saturday and soon spread to two other adjacent buildings.

12:32 PM

Here's what S Jaishankar had to say about G20 summit and Kashi

"Even today when I talk to any minister of G-20, they remember the time when they visited Kashi... We all know that our civilisational capital and civilisational centre is Kashi. It's true when we say that Kashi is the world's longest-continuous city... If I have to sum up Teaching For a Better Tomorrow in three words in English, it would be Technology and Tradition. These are not my words, these are the words of the person you're going to elect on June 1", says External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar

12:20 PM

Here's what Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal had to say over the upcoming poll results

"I have prepared a table. 4th June 2024 is written on top of the table and tie is written below it. If the machine (EVM) is opened at that time, it will reflect that time, if the machine is opened at that time and it reflects another time, it means that the machine has been opened earlier. This time must tally with the time when the machine is opened. If there is a difference that means the machine has been tampered with earlier...", says Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal

 

12:01 PM

Ahead of Phase 7 election, PM Modi addresses a rally in Uttar Pradesh's Mirzapur

 "On June 4 'phir ek baar Modi sarkar'...In six phases the public has confirmed BJP government once again...", says Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing a rally in Uttar Pradesh's Mirzapur

11:45 AM

Punjab Police, BSF bust drugs smuggling module with arrest of seven people, recovers 5 kg heroin

The Punjab Police has busted an "international" drugs smuggling module with the arrest of seven people and recovered 5.47 kilogrammes of heroin in the Fazilka district, the state's top officer said on Sunday.

 

Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said the arrested accused were in touch with a Pakistan-based smuggler.

 

During the joint operation with the Border Security Force (BSF), the police also recovered Rs 1.70 lakh in cash and 40 cartridges.

11:37 AM

Bihar CM Kumar slams RJD for instilling fear in people, says only few children had access to education

"Earlier, even if they (RJD) got the opportunity before we (NDA) come to power in 2005, what was there? Was anyone getting out of their homes, there was fear. No one has this courage. Fewer children had access to education... They got the opportunity but they did nothing, we have done so much work be it in health, education or any other sector...", says Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at a public meeting in Patna

11:21 AM

President Murmu condoles loss of lives in UP bus accident

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday grieved the loss of lives in a road accident in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur and expressed condolences to the bereaved families.

 

At least 11 devotees headed to Uttarakhand's Purnagiri temple were killed and 10 seriously injured when a dumper truck overturned on their bus, a senior police officer said on Sunday.

 

The accident occurred late on Saturday at Hajiyapur in the Khutar area where the bus had halted at a roadside restaurant on its way to the temple, the officer said.

11:19 AM

Children's hospital fire tragedy: Saurabh Bharadwaj sends directions to Health Secretary and Chief Secretary

According to a tweet, Delhi Health Minister directs for speedy enquiry into the incident, and to provide the names and designations of officers or private people responsible for this negligence. Directions have been given to ensure free treatment of rescued children in the best private hospitals (under the Farishtey scheme). Directions for speedy compensation to the families of deceased and injured. Directions to expedite the arrests of those who were running this Centre

 

11:07 AM

Death of children due to fire in Delhi hospital heart-rending, says President Droupadi Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of children in a hospital fire in Delhi and extended prayers for strength to the grieving parents. She also prayed for the swift recovery of the injured children. The incident, which claimed the lives of at least seven newborns, occurred at a children's hospital in Vivek Vihar, east Delhi.

 

10:50 AM

Children hospital fire heart-rending, guilty won't be spared, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

CM Arvind Kejriwal, termed the tragic fire at the children's hospital in east Delhi, resulting in seven newborn deaths, as heartbreaking. He warned that those accountable for negligence would face consequences. Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj echoed this sentiment, emphasizing severe punishment for any negligence or wrongdoing. Kejriwal assured support to the families affected by the incident and highlighted ongoing efforts for the injured. Investigations into the fire's cause are underway, with a commitment to hold accountable anyone found negligent.

 

10:20 AM

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami offers condolences for lives lost in Shahjahanpur road accident

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the Shahjahanpur road accident, which claimed 11 lives. The accident occurred when a truck carrying ballast stones collided with a parked bus carrying devotees to Uttarakhand, resulting in casualties. The victims were residents of Jetha village in Sitapur district.

 

10:04 AM

Three dead in fire at residential building in east Delhi's Krishna Nagar

According to officials from the Delhi Fire Services, a significant fire erupted in a residential building located in the Krishna Nagar area of east Delhi, resulting in the deaths of at least three individuals. The fire was reported at 2:35 am, and it was extinguished by 7:20 am with the assistance of five fire tenders dispatched to the scene, as stated by DFS chief. Thirteen people were rescued, but unfortunately, three of them died.

9:48 AM

4 labourers killed, 5 critically injured as bus crashes into roadside shanties in South Goa

Private bus collided with two roadside shanties at Verna Industrial Estate in South Goa district, resulting in the death of four laborers and critical injuries to five others, said police. The incident occurred around 11:30 pm on Saturday while the laborers, who were involved in road construction, were sleeping in the shanties. The bus driver has been apprehended. According to one laborer, the driver was allegedly intoxicated and threatened to harm others if they reported the incident.