June 21, 2026
Which countries have the most active volcanoes: Check the complete 2025 list of the world’s most volcanic countries | World News

Which countries have the most active volcanoes: Check the complete 2025 list of the world’s most volcanic countries | World News

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Volcanoes are among the most powerful and captivating natural forces on Earth, continually reshaping landscapes and influencing both weather and climate patterns. Their eruptions can dramatically affect nearby populations, causing hazards such as ashfall, lava flows, and ground deformation. At the same time, volcanic activity creates fertile soils and new landforms, contributing to the planet’s…

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Ilaiyaraaja birthday special: How the maestro scored breakthrough hits for debutant directors for free

Ilaiyaraaja birthday special: How the maestro scored breakthrough hits for debutant directors for free

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On the occasion of Ilaiyaraaja’s birthday, several stories from the legendary composer’s long career are once again being discussed by fans. While he is often in the news for his iconic songs and achievements, an old story highlighting his extraordinary generosity toward aspiring filmmakers has gone viral on social media. For many cinema lovers, it…

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Robert Duvall Death News: Robert Duvall, Oscar winner of Tender Mercies and The Godfather fame, passes away at 95; wife Luciana Duvall confirms his demise |

Robert Duvall Death News: Robert Duvall, Oscar winner of Tender Mercies and The Godfather fame, passes away at 95; wife Luciana Duvall confirms his demise |

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Veteran Hollywood star Robert Duvall, known for his iconic performances in The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has died at the age of 95. His death on Sunday was confirmed by his wife, Luciana Duvall, on Monday.“Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, cherished friend, and one of the greatest actors of our time. Bob…

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Kriti Sanon dances her heart out as Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben’s haldi celebrations turn into a dhol-filled party

Kriti Sanon dances her heart out as Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben’s haldi celebrations turn into a dhol-filled party

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Singer Stebin Ben and actor Nupur Sanon’s wedding celebrations officially began in Udaipur with a vibrant haldi ceremony that set the tone for the days ahead. Surrounded by close friends and family, the couple embraced the festive spirit as music, colour and laughter filled the venue, marking the first major ritual of their pre-wedding celebrations….

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What should be your right hair goal?

What should be your right hair goal?

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When people talk about perfect hair, they’re usually talking about appearance. It’s the hair we see on celebrities, influencers, and beauty campaigns. Hair that looks thick, polished, and camera-ready every second of the day. What we don’t always see is everything happening behind the scenes. Professional blowouts. Hair extensions. Lighting tricks. Editing apps. Filters. Hours…

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KPMG pulls its ‘Excellence in Agentic AI’ report after companies named in the report ‘complain’; say: This is not …

KPMG pulls its ‘Excellence in Agentic AI’ report after companies named in the report ‘complain’; say: This is not …

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KPMG has pulled its global report on “Agentic AI” after major companies and organisations named in it complained that their supposed achievements were completely made up. The professional services giant published the report, titled “Redefining excellence in the age of agentic AI,” with numerous false claims and bogus case studies, according to a report by…

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Imran Khan begins 4-day extended shoot for comeback film ‘Adhure Hum Adhure Tum’ – Report

Imran Khan begins 4-day extended shoot for comeback film ‘Adhure Hum Adhure Tum’ – Report

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Excitement is brewing as Imran Khan gears up for a comeback in his film ‘Adhure Hum Adhure Tum’, currently in a crucial four-day shoot extension for extra scenes. Following Netflix’s insightful suggestions, the narrative is set for an upgrade, with co-stars Bhumi S. Pednekar and Gurfateh Pirzada stepping in to contribute to the vision. Imran…

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Trump blames Iran for attacking Indian ships amid New Delhi fury over US attack that killed three Indian sailors

Trump blames Iran for attacking Indian ships amid New Delhi fury over US attack that killed three Indian sailors

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TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump on Friday implicated Iran in alleged drone attacks against Indian ships in the Strait of Hormuz amid growing anger in New Delhi over American missile strikes against vessels that killed three Indian sailors. “Also, their (Iran’s) totally rebuffed Drone attack last night against Indian Ships leaving the…

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Air India crash, a year ago. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) issued an interim statement on Friday, marking one year since the crash. It offered condolences to the family and assured the probe is being conducted in a comprehensive manner to ensure blame or liability is not assigned inaapropriately.”Today marks one year since the tragic accident involving Air India Flight AI-171, a Boeing 787-8 aircraft operating from Ahmedabad to London, which occurred shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, on 12 June 2025. On this solemn occasion, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) expresses its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of all those who lost their lives in the accident. We also acknowledge the enduring pain and loss suffered by all those affected,” said the AAIB in a press release.Further asserting their objective behind the probe it added, “The sole purpose of an accident investigation is to enhance aviation safety through the identification of lessons and safety recommendations, and not to apportion blame or liability. Accordingly, AAIB urges all stakeholders, including the media and the public, to refrain from speculation or premature conclusions while the investigation remains in progress.”AAIB also detailed the progress of their investigation. “Over the past year, the investigation team has undertaken an extensive and rigorous examination of all relevant technical, operational, organisational and human factors associated with the accident. This effort has been supported by accredited representatives, technical advisers and subject matter experts from relevant organisations. Significant progress has been made in the examination and analysis of aircraft systems, flight recorder data, engine-related components, maintenance and operational records, and other evidence relevant to the investigation.”The division of the ministry of civil aviation also stated that the evidence and findings from various examinations are currently under comprehensive, integrated analysis, with further technical and specialist assessments to be carried out wherever required to ensure conclusions are fully supported by verified, scientifically sound evidence.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Flags Serious Concerns, Summons US Envoy Over Vessel Attack Incidents | WatchMamata Banerjee Faces FIR Over Rally Speech; Complaint Alleges Threat To Communal HarmonyAshok Gehlot Responds To Buzz Around Remarks, Says “Facts Needed To Be Told”Amit Shah Reviews Security Preparedness for Amarnath Yatra, Multi-Agency Plan in PlaceLight-Hearted Exchange Between Jaishankar And Finland FM Steals Spotlight | WatchGehlot Supports Opposition Unity Push As Congress Merger Debate Gains MomentumSC Refuses Relief For Congress’ Meenakshi Natarajan In Rajya Sabha Nomination DisputeBomb Threat On Delhi-Bound IndiGo Flight Turns Out To Be Hoax, 180 Passengers Deboarded At LucknowHooghly Row: Huge Cache Of Government Relief Material Recovered Near Ex-TMC MLA’s ResidenceMajor Crack In TMC: 19 Lok Sabha MPs Led By Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Seek Separate Recognition123PhotostoriesBefore R Praggnanandhaa and Vaishali became the ‘Golden Chess Siblings’; their mother built the foundation: How Nagalakshmi nurtured two grandmastersScientists discovered this 7-minute trick that completely resets a stressed brainSpanish love proverb of the day: “Love is blind, but the neighbours are not”Harmanpreet Kaur, Indian women cricket team captain’s, home in Moga, Punjab is a reflection of her humble roots, family values and cricketing successThe bizarre defence mechanisms lizards use to stay aliveAnkita Lokhande and Vicky Jain’s Rs 50 crore lavish house: Grand entrance, a massive living room and moreThis European city has no cars; just canals, boats, and centuries of historyFIFA World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo to Jude Bellingham – 5 players who dress better than most celebrities8 GI-tagged Bengali sweets that are a must-tryRahul Dravid shares a unique bond with son Anvay Dravid: 6 parenting tips to borrow from him123Hot PicksSpaceX IPOGulf of Oman attackJaspal RanaShakiraMP Board 12 Supplementary ResultISC Revaluation ResultSpaceX IPODelhi weatherIndustrial fuel banTop TrendingTMC rebel MPKakoli Ghosh DastidarSpaceX IPOFIFA World Cup 2026Women T20 World CupSean SticklandBharatiya Antariksh HackathonKerala SSLC Revaluation ResultUPSC result 2026CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result

Air India crash, a year ago. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) issued an interim statement on Friday, marking one year since the crash. It offered condolences to the family and assured the probe is being conducted in a comprehensive manner to ensure blame or liability is not assigned inaapropriately.”Today marks one year since the tragic accident involving Air India Flight AI-171, a Boeing 787-8 aircraft operating from Ahmedabad to London, which occurred shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, on 12 June 2025. On this solemn occasion, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) expresses its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of all those who lost their lives in the accident. We also acknowledge the enduring pain and loss suffered by all those affected,” said the AAIB in a press release.Further asserting their objective behind the probe it added, “The sole purpose of an accident investigation is to enhance aviation safety through the identification of lessons and safety recommendations, and not to apportion blame or liability. Accordingly, AAIB urges all stakeholders, including the media and the public, to refrain from speculation or premature conclusions while the investigation remains in progress.”AAIB also detailed the progress of their investigation. “Over the past year, the investigation team has undertaken an extensive and rigorous examination of all relevant technical, operational, organisational and human factors associated with the accident. This effort has been supported by accredited representatives, technical advisers and subject matter experts from relevant organisations. Significant progress has been made in the examination and analysis of aircraft systems, flight recorder data, engine-related components, maintenance and operational records, and other evidence relevant to the investigation.”The division of the ministry of civil aviation also stated that the evidence and findings from various examinations are currently under comprehensive, integrated analysis, with further technical and specialist assessments to be carried out wherever required to ensure conclusions are fully supported by verified, scientifically sound evidence.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Flags Serious Concerns, Summons US Envoy Over Vessel Attack Incidents | WatchMamata Banerjee Faces FIR Over Rally Speech; Complaint Alleges Threat To Communal HarmonyAshok Gehlot Responds To Buzz Around Remarks, Says “Facts Needed To Be Told”Amit Shah Reviews Security Preparedness for Amarnath Yatra, Multi-Agency Plan in PlaceLight-Hearted Exchange Between Jaishankar And Finland FM Steals Spotlight | WatchGehlot Supports Opposition Unity Push As Congress Merger Debate Gains MomentumSC Refuses Relief For Congress’ Meenakshi Natarajan In Rajya Sabha Nomination DisputeBomb Threat On Delhi-Bound IndiGo Flight Turns Out To Be Hoax, 180 Passengers Deboarded At LucknowHooghly Row: Huge Cache Of Government Relief Material Recovered Near Ex-TMC MLA’s ResidenceMajor Crack In TMC: 19 Lok Sabha MPs Led By Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Seek Separate Recognition123PhotostoriesBefore R Praggnanandhaa and Vaishali became the ‘Golden Chess Siblings’; their mother built the foundation: How Nagalakshmi nurtured two grandmastersScientists discovered this 7-minute trick that completely resets a stressed brainSpanish love proverb of the day: “Love is blind, but the neighbours are not”Harmanpreet Kaur, Indian women cricket team captain’s, home in Moga, Punjab is a reflection of her humble roots, family values and cricketing successThe bizarre defence mechanisms lizards use to stay aliveAnkita Lokhande and Vicky Jain’s Rs 50 crore lavish house: Grand entrance, a massive living room and moreThis European city has no cars; just canals, boats, and centuries of historyFIFA World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo to Jude Bellingham – 5 players who dress better than most celebrities8 GI-tagged Bengali sweets that are a must-tryRahul Dravid shares a unique bond with son Anvay Dravid: 6 parenting tips to borrow from him123Hot PicksSpaceX IPOGulf of Oman attackJaspal RanaShakiraMP Board 12 Supplementary ResultISC Revaluation ResultSpaceX IPODelhi weatherIndustrial fuel banTop TrendingTMC rebel MPKakoli Ghosh DastidarSpaceX IPOFIFA World Cup 2026Women T20 World CupSean SticklandBharatiya Antariksh HackathonKerala SSLC Revaluation ResultUPSC result 2026CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result

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Air India crash, a year ago. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) issued an interim statement on Friday, marking one year since the crash. It offered condolences to the family and assured the probe is being conducted in a comprehensive manner to ensure blame or liability is not assigned inaapropriately.“Today marks one year since the…

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Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda recalls working with Dharmendra in Ikkis, ‘He never made you feel like he was a senior’

Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda recalls working with Dharmendra in Ikkis, ‘He never made you feel like he was a senior’

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For Agastya Nanda, Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis will always hold a deeply personal meaning. The film marks the last on-screen appearance of Dharmendra, and for the young actor, sharing the screen with the legend became an experience he says he will carry for life. ‘The time we spent was unforgettable’ Reflecting on their time together, Amitabh…

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Chess World Cup: Karthik Venkataraman enters fourth round; Vidit Gujrathi bows out | Chess News

Chess World Cup: Karthik Venkataraman enters fourth round; Vidit Gujrathi bows out | Chess News

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GM Karthik Venkataraman (Picture Credit: Eteri Kublashvili/FIDE) Indian Grandmaster Karthik Venkataraman has advanced to the fourth round of the FIDE World Cup 2025 after defeating Romanian GM Bogdan-Daniel Deac in Panaji on Sunday. Karthik secured his victory in the second tiebreaker game with black pieces, using his bishop advantage to corner Deac’s king in 43…

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Yuva Sangam Phase 6: Ministry of Education begins registrations for exchange visits to IITs, IIMs; here’s how to apply

Yuva Sangam Phase 6: Ministry of Education begins registrations for exchange visits to IITs, IIMs; here’s how to apply

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The Ministry of Education has opened online registrations for Yuva Sangam Phase VI, under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative.According to the official press release issued by the Ministry, Yuva Sangam is a youth exchange programme launched by the Department of Higher Education, Government of India, to help young people understand the culture, traditions, and…

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SRINAGAR/NEW DELHI: An “accidental explosion” at Nowgam police station late Friday night, caused by substances seized during raids in an NCR city and transported to Kashmir by police, killed 9 people and injured 30.J&K DGP Nalin Prabhat said at a press briefing in Srinagar on Saturday morning a huge cache of explosive substances, chemicals and reagents were recovered from Faridabad on Nov 9 and 10, during the investigation of an interstate terror module.“The recovery was transported and kept securely in the open area of the police station (Nowgam),” Prabhat said, adding, “As part of prescribed procedure, samples of the recovery had to be forwarded for further forensic and chemical examination. On account of the voluminous and sensitive nature of the recovery, it was being handled with utmost caution. However … an accidental explosion took place at about 11.20 pm on Nov 14. Any other speculation into the cause of this incident is unnecessary.” The DGP didn’t take questions.The Union home ministry, too, said in New Delhi that the Nowgam police station explosion was triggered accidentally as explosives recovered from the recently busted terror module were being handled and sampled by forensic experts and other agencies ahead of their transport to FSL, Jammu.There are SOPs for handling and sampling seized explosives and officials in Delhi said these were followed in Nowgam as police personnel, magisterial staff and forensic experts continued working late into Friday night to complete the sampling. Though protective gear, like bomb suits, is available, forensic teams rarely use them. Officials said an external agent yet to be ascertained but which could be a flying spark from something nearby, may have triggered the explosion, with the cars of teams parked nearby adding to its magnitude.The explosion at the police station, operating from a private house in the heart of Nowgam’s posh Sheikh-ul-Alam Colony, shook large parts of Srinagar and reduced the police station to rubble. Among the nine killed were a Special Investigation Agency officer, three Forensic Science Laboratory personnel, two revenue officials, and a tailor associated with the police station. Thirty others — 27 policemen, two revenue officials and three civilians — were wounded.Nowgam police station had investigated the Jaish-e-Mohammed posters that appeared in Bonpora area of Nowgam on Oct 19, an inquiry that led to the busting of an interstate terror module involving doctors and others.Ruling out any terror angle, J&K DGP Prabhat said the cause of this “unfortunate incident” is being inquired into. L-G Manoj Sinha said govt stands in solidarity with the families, friends, and loved ones of the departed. “All possible assistance is being provided to those affected. I’ve ordered a probe to ascertain the cause of the accidental explosion,” he added.MHA officials told TOI that around 358 kg of explosives recovered from Faridabad was transported in a Tata 407 goods carrier to Nowgam police station earlier this week as “case property”. As per the law case property, comprising recoveries from all raided locations, must be deposited at the police station where the FIR is registered.“Deeply anguished by the loss of precious lives due to extremely tragic accidental blast at Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar. My condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for speedy recovery of the injured,” the L-G said in a post on X. CM Omar Abdullah extended his “heartfelt condolences” to the bereaved families and prayed for the swift recovery of those injured.Later in the day, when some media channels reported that People’s Anti-Fascist Front (PAFF), a JeM proxy declared a “terrorist organisation” by the Union home ministry in 2023, had claimed responsibility for the “attack”, the police issued a quick rebuttal: “The claim of PAFF or any other Pakistani terrorist group is patently false, baseless and mischievous.”J&K police had placed concertina wire at the entrance to Sheikh-ul-Alam Colony on Friday, and policemen carrying AK-47s were allowing people to pass only after thorough checks. The road leading to Nowgam police station, located deep inside the colony, was covered with shattered window panes, twisted tin sheets and other debris as residents stepped out to describe what happened the previous night.“It felt like it was a missile strike,” said a resident living a few hundred metres from the police station. He said he was asleep when a loud bang shook his two-storey house and window panes fell onto his bed. For a moment, he said, he believed a fresh war between India and Pakistan had started. “Then I heard cries, and in the neighbourhood several young girls staying here for studies screamed. It was complete mayhem.”Another resident said he grabbed his child and ran outside after the explosion, seeing policemen fleeing in panic. “One policeman kept saying he was fine, and then blood started coming out of his mouth and he fell down,” he said. Another resident said that when he stepped out and walked towards the police station, he saw a man completely covered in black powder asking for help. “I gave him a cloth to clean himself, and I recognised him as the cook of the police station, who had survived.”Nowgam police station was housed in a rented building for the past three decades. “I have always seen the police station here. I think in 1997 there was a cylinder blast at the station,” a resident said. He said that over the past few days the police station had seen heavy movement, with several officials visiting regularly station as an “important case was being investigated there”.A labourer who works as a chowkidar in a building near the police station said there was a big blast followed by several smaller explosions that shattered windows and cracked walls in the locality. He said that in the morning he saw policemen recovering some body parts. He said the fire service had arrived within 10 minutes of the explosion and helped douse the flames and save the locality.The police station now lies in complete ruin. Its gate and boundary walls are gone. Several vehicles on the road outside are damaged, their window panes blown out. Inside the compound, charred vehicles lie flipped over by the blast, and the building itself is now a heap of rubble.A young man whose house is adjacent to the police station and separated only by a wall said the blast threw him off his feet and falling window glass injured his eyes and face. He then rushed to the nearby Ujala hospital, across the main road. Those killed in the blast were from different parts of the Valley. Relatives and friends were inconsolable at the wreath-laying ceremony at the police control room, Srinagar.When the body of tailor Mohammad Shafi Parry was brought home in Nowgam on Saturday afternoon, mourning erupted across the area. Locals said he was widely loved and an active social worker in the community.Names of the killedShowkat Ahmad Sheikh of Qamarwari Srinagar (Lab Assistant, FSL Srinagar)Mohammad Amin of Bemina Srinagar (head constable, FSL Srinagar)Aijaz Ahmad of HMT Srinagar (constable, FSL Srinagar)Javid Mansoor Rather of Haripari Tral (Crime Photographer)Arshid Ahmad Shah of Chansar Kulgam (Crime Photographer)Inspector Asrar Ahmad of Shahwali Muqam Kupwara (State Investigation Agency)Mohammad Shafi Parray of Nowgam (Tailor)Suhail Ahmad Dar of Wanabal, Srinagar (Revenue)Muzaffar Ahmad of Check Soibug, Budgam (revenue officer)End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’MMC’: PM Modi Mocks Congress After NDA’s Bihar Win; Calls It ‘Muslim League Maoist’ Party‘Abandoned Tribals To Their Fate’: PM Modi Accuses Congress Of Neglecting Tribal CommunitiesCDS General Anil Chauhan Highlights Inter-Service Jointness And Integration In Op SindoorEAM Jaishankar, Russian FM Lavrov To Hold Talks In Moscow On Nov 17 Ahead Of Putin’s India TripAir Marshal AK Bharti Reveals Why India Ended Operation Sindoor After Achieving Its Core ObjectiveWTO DG Okonjo-Iweala Lauds India’s Trade Strategy, Calls For Multilateral LeadershipPakistan Rejects Taliban Narrative And Says Rising Terror From Afghan Soil Can No Longer Be IgnoredNDA Sweeps Bihar, Nitish Kumar Prepares for 10th CM Oath; A Look Back at ‘Sushasan Babu’s’ JourneyPiyush Goyal Says India Ready For WTO Leadership, Rejects Reform Agendas Pushed By Developed NationsJ&K Police Confirm 9 Killed in Nowgam Blast After Explosives Recovered From Faridabad Blows Up123Photostories5 must-have pieces for a winter capsule wardrobeMahesh Babu to Priyanka Chopra: 5 best celebrity looks of the day5 easy exercises for shoulder painreliefSmelling this fragrance can instantly improve focus and supercharge the brain, and no, it’s not coffee6 easy and science-backed snacks that fight colon cancerMold Toxicity: How to recognize its symptoms that appear like a common cold7 phrases parents can say instead of ‘No’ to kidsExclusive – Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari reacts to his eviction, calls Farrhana Bhatt ‘toxic’ and ‘evil’, and comments on Amaal Mallik’s image being ‘white-washed’Animal protein vs plant protein: Which is best for meeting the body’s nutritional needs?10 phrases parents should never tell a child123Hot PicksAlinagar Election ResultRaghopur Election ResultBihar Election Result 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingCarey Price WifeArjun TendulkarTyreek HillsDubai Prince Sheikh Hamdan Net WorthZack RyderPat NarduzziJack DohertyWayne Gretzkys SonDak PrescottPercy Harvin

SRINAGAR/NEW DELHI: An “accidental explosion” at Nowgam police station late Friday night, caused by substances seized during raids in an NCR city and transported to Kashmir by police, killed 9 people and injured 30.J&K DGP Nalin Prabhat said at a press briefing in Srinagar on Saturday morning a huge cache of explosive substances, chemicals and reagents were recovered from Faridabad on Nov 9 and 10, during the investigation of an interstate terror module.“The recovery was transported and kept securely in the open area of the police station (Nowgam),” Prabhat said, adding, “As part of prescribed procedure, samples of the recovery had to be forwarded for further forensic and chemical examination. On account of the voluminous and sensitive nature of the recovery, it was being handled with utmost caution. However … an accidental explosion took place at about 11.20 pm on Nov 14. Any other speculation into the cause of this incident is unnecessary.” The DGP didn’t take questions.The Union home ministry, too, said in New Delhi that the Nowgam police station explosion was triggered accidentally as explosives recovered from the recently busted terror module were being handled and sampled by forensic experts and other agencies ahead of their transport to FSL, Jammu.There are SOPs for handling and sampling seized explosives and officials in Delhi said these were followed in Nowgam as police personnel, magisterial staff and forensic experts continued working late into Friday night to complete the sampling. Though protective gear, like bomb suits, is available, forensic teams rarely use them. Officials said an external agent yet to be ascertained but which could be a flying spark from something nearby, may have triggered the explosion, with the cars of teams parked nearby adding to its magnitude.The explosion at the police station, operating from a private house in the heart of Nowgam’s posh Sheikh-ul-Alam Colony, shook large parts of Srinagar and reduced the police station to rubble. Among the nine killed were a Special Investigation Agency officer, three Forensic Science Laboratory personnel, two revenue officials, and a tailor associated with the police station. Thirty others — 27 policemen, two revenue officials and three civilians — were wounded.Nowgam police station had investigated the Jaish-e-Mohammed posters that appeared in Bonpora area of Nowgam on Oct 19, an inquiry that led to the busting of an interstate terror module involving doctors and others.Ruling out any terror angle, J&K DGP Prabhat said the cause of this “unfortunate incident” is being inquired into. L-G Manoj Sinha said govt stands in solidarity with the families, friends, and loved ones of the departed. “All possible assistance is being provided to those affected. I’ve ordered a probe to ascertain the cause of the accidental explosion,” he added.MHA officials told TOI that around 358 kg of explosives recovered from Faridabad was transported in a Tata 407 goods carrier to Nowgam police station earlier this week as “case property”. As per the law case property, comprising recoveries from all raided locations, must be deposited at the police station where the FIR is registered.“Deeply anguished by the loss of precious lives due to extremely tragic accidental blast at Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar. My condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for speedy recovery of the injured,” the L-G said in a post on X. CM Omar Abdullah extended his “heartfelt condolences” to the bereaved families and prayed for the swift recovery of those injured.Later in the day, when some media channels reported that People’s Anti-Fascist Front (PAFF), a JeM proxy declared a “terrorist organisation” by the Union home ministry in 2023, had claimed responsibility for the “attack”, the police issued a quick rebuttal: “The claim of PAFF or any other Pakistani terrorist group is patently false, baseless and mischievous.”J&K police had placed concertina wire at the entrance to Sheikh-ul-Alam Colony on Friday, and policemen carrying AK-47s were allowing people to pass only after thorough checks. The road leading to Nowgam police station, located deep inside the colony, was covered with shattered window panes, twisted tin sheets and other debris as residents stepped out to describe what happened the previous night.“It felt like it was a missile strike,” said a resident living a few hundred metres from the police station. He said he was asleep when a loud bang shook his two-storey house and window panes fell onto his bed. For a moment, he said, he believed a fresh war between India and Pakistan had started. “Then I heard cries, and in the neighbourhood several young girls staying here for studies screamed. It was complete mayhem.”Another resident said he grabbed his child and ran outside after the explosion, seeing policemen fleeing in panic. “One policeman kept saying he was fine, and then blood started coming out of his mouth and he fell down,” he said. Another resident said that when he stepped out and walked towards the police station, he saw a man completely covered in black powder asking for help. “I gave him a cloth to clean himself, and I recognised him as the cook of the police station, who had survived.”Nowgam police station was housed in a rented building for the past three decades. “I have always seen the police station here. I think in 1997 there was a cylinder blast at the station,” a resident said. He said that over the past few days the police station had seen heavy movement, with several officials visiting regularly station as an “important case was being investigated there”.A labourer who works as a chowkidar in a building near the police station said there was a big blast followed by several smaller explosions that shattered windows and cracked walls in the locality. He said that in the morning he saw policemen recovering some body parts. He said the fire service had arrived within 10 minutes of the explosion and helped douse the flames and save the locality.The police station now lies in complete ruin. Its gate and boundary walls are gone. Several vehicles on the road outside are damaged, their window panes blown out. Inside the compound, charred vehicles lie flipped over by the blast, and the building itself is now a heap of rubble.A young man whose house is adjacent to the police station and separated only by a wall said the blast threw him off his feet and falling window glass injured his eyes and face. He then rushed to the nearby Ujala hospital, across the main road. Those killed in the blast were from different parts of the Valley. Relatives and friends were inconsolable at the wreath-laying ceremony at the police control room, Srinagar.When the body of tailor Mohammad Shafi Parry was brought home in Nowgam on Saturday afternoon, mourning erupted across the area. Locals said he was widely loved and an active social worker in the community.Names of the killedShowkat Ahmad Sheikh of Qamarwari Srinagar (Lab Assistant, FSL Srinagar)Mohammad Amin of Bemina Srinagar (head constable, FSL Srinagar)Aijaz Ahmad of HMT Srinagar (constable, FSL Srinagar)Javid Mansoor Rather of Haripari Tral (Crime Photographer)Arshid Ahmad Shah of Chansar Kulgam (Crime Photographer)Inspector Asrar Ahmad of Shahwali Muqam Kupwara (State Investigation Agency)Mohammad Shafi Parray of Nowgam (Tailor)Suhail Ahmad Dar of Wanabal, Srinagar (Revenue)Muzaffar Ahmad of Check Soibug, Budgam (revenue officer)End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’MMC’: PM Modi Mocks Congress After NDA’s Bihar Win; Calls It ‘Muslim League Maoist’ Party‘Abandoned Tribals To Their Fate’: PM Modi Accuses Congress Of Neglecting Tribal CommunitiesCDS General Anil Chauhan Highlights Inter-Service Jointness And Integration In Op SindoorEAM Jaishankar, Russian FM Lavrov To Hold Talks In Moscow On Nov 17 Ahead Of Putin’s India TripAir Marshal AK Bharti Reveals Why India Ended Operation Sindoor After Achieving Its Core ObjectiveWTO DG Okonjo-Iweala Lauds India’s Trade Strategy, Calls For Multilateral LeadershipPakistan Rejects Taliban Narrative And Says Rising Terror From Afghan Soil Can No Longer Be IgnoredNDA Sweeps Bihar, Nitish Kumar Prepares for 10th CM Oath; A Look Back at ‘Sushasan Babu’s’ JourneyPiyush Goyal Says India Ready For WTO Leadership, Rejects Reform Agendas Pushed By Developed NationsJ&K Police Confirm 9 Killed in Nowgam Blast After Explosives Recovered From Faridabad Blows Up123Photostories5 must-have pieces for a winter capsule wardrobeMahesh Babu to Priyanka Chopra: 5 best celebrity looks of the day5 easy exercises for shoulder painreliefSmelling this fragrance can instantly improve focus and supercharge the brain, and no, it’s not coffee6 easy and science-backed snacks that fight colon cancerMold Toxicity: How to recognize its symptoms that appear like a common cold7 phrases parents can say instead of ‘No’ to kidsExclusive – Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari reacts to his eviction, calls Farrhana Bhatt ‘toxic’ and ‘evil’, and comments on Amaal Mallik’s image being ‘white-washed’Animal protein vs plant protein: Which is best for meeting the body’s nutritional needs?10 phrases parents should never tell a child123Hot PicksAlinagar Election ResultRaghopur Election ResultBihar Election Result 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingCarey Price WifeArjun TendulkarTyreek HillsDubai Prince Sheikh Hamdan Net WorthZack RyderPat NarduzziJack DohertyWayne Gretzkys SonDak PrescottPercy Harvin

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