July 28, 2026
After WhatsApp, Centre sends notices to Telegram, Signal

After WhatsApp, Centre sends notices to Telegram, Signal

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NEW DELHI: A day after directing Meta to pause WhatsApp’s proposed username feature, govt has issued similar notices to Telegram and Signal over their existing username systems, asking them to explain how they prevent fraud and impersonation.The IT ministry wants detailed responses on safeguards against scams, phishing, digital arrest frauds and identity impersonation. Like WhatsApp,…

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Religious proverb of the day from Thailand: “Paste gold leaf onto the back of a Buddha statue” inspires us to do good when no one is watching

Religious proverb of the day from Thailand: “Paste gold leaf onto the back of a Buddha statue” inspires us to do good when no one is watching

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This Thai proverb reminds us that good work should be done without seeking attention. The ultimate act of goodness is doing something noble when no one is watching. Such kind works done in shadows do not cry for attention, for reward. And this timeless Thai saying invokes a religious image as it refers to the…

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Navy foils piracy bid on India-bound bulk carrier in Gulf of Aden, Marcos secure ship, crew

Navy foils piracy bid on India-bound bulk carrier in Gulf of Aden, Marcos secure ship, crew

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NEW DELHI: An Indian Navy warship thwarted a piracy attempt on an India-bound merchant vessel in the Gulf of Aden on Wednesday night, the Navy said on Thursday.On getting information about an attempted piracy attack, INS Trikand, a guided-missile Talwar-class frigate, approached bulk carrier MV Golden Arsenal and Marine commandos (Marcos) boarded the vessel and…

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Arabic proverb of the day: ‘The monkey is a gazelle in its mother’s eyes’…a saying about parental love and how affection shapes perception across cultures

Arabic proverb of the day: ‘The monkey is a gazelle in its mother’s eyes’…a saying about parental love and how affection shapes perception across cultures

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‘The monkey is a gazelle in its mother’s eyes’ At first glance, the proverb sounds almost humorous. How can a monkey possibly resemble a graceful gazelle?Yet for centuries, Arabic speakers have repeated the saying “القرد بعين أمه غزال” (Al-qird bi-‘ayn ummihi ghazal) to express one of the most universal truths about human relationships: affection often…

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Beijing pushes for a China-Pakistan-style economic corridor with Bangladesh and Myanmar

Beijing pushes for a China-Pakistan-style economic corridor with Bangladesh and Myanmar

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Chinese president Xi Jinping (File photo) DHAKA: China said Thursday it is “determined” to build an economic corridor with Bangladesh and Myanmar, but remains open to “other countries” joining its “transnational initiative” – a project on India’s eastern flank that mirrors the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor’s (CPEC) strategic role on its western frontier.The corridor – discussed…

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Latin proverb of the day: ‘Let the experiment be made on a low-value body’ — A chilling glimpse into early science and ethics debates that still echo today

Latin proverb of the day: ‘Let the experiment be made on a low-value body’ — A chilling glimpse into early science and ethics debates that still echo today

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‘Let the experiment be made on a low-value body’ At first glance, the phrase sounds like something carved into the stone walls of an ancient laboratory—cold, detached, and unsettlingly clinical. It carries the weight of a world where knowledge was pursued with fewer ethical brakes and where the value of a “body” could be weighed…

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Amarnath Yatra (File photo) JAMMU: J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch of pilgrims for the twin base camps of Amarnath Yatra 2026 from Jammu’s Bhagwati Nagar base camp under elaborate security arrangements early Thursday, as chants of “Bam Bam Bhole”, “Har Har Mahadev”, and “Jai Barfani Baba Ki” rang in the air.The 57-day pilgrimage to the cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Kashmir Himalayas will begin July 3 via the traditional Nunwan-Pahalgam route in Anantnag and the Baltal route in Ganderbal. The yatra will conclude on Aug 28, on Rakshabandhan.After performing a special puja, Sinha flagged off the first batch of more than 4,800 pilgrims travelling in 259 vehicles. “Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra is a sacred path where devotion meets spiritual awakening. I wish all devotees a safe, comfortable, blissful, and spiritually fulfilling journey. May this holy pilgrimage bring immense joy and divine peace to all,” LG Sinha said.J&K DGP Nalin Prabhat, LoP Sunil Sharma, BJP MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, local BJP legislators, senior civil and police officials, and representatives of various religious organisations were present at the flag-off ceremony. Pilgrims praised the facilities, with Baba Goga Nath of Junagarh Akhara describing the journey as a blessing.J&K administration, Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board, J&K Police, Army and security forces have put extensive measures in place. Dry runs have been conducted to check security and other arrangements for the yatris, who will be escorted by armoured vehicles. Traffic police have imposed highway restrictions from July 2 to Aug 28, with daily advisories and sector-wise cut-off timings.J&K Police have launched “Project Hawk Eye” for aerial surveillance along the Pahalgam route. Security measures include 28 high observation posts (machan morchas), 22 specially trained sniper teams, 416 high-resolution CCTV cameras and Facial Recognition System infrastructure at critical locations. Ministry of Home Affairs has also approved the deployment of 670 additional companies of paramilitary forces in the Valley for the yatra.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUnesco Warns Pakistan Over ‘Reconstructions’ At Taxila, Threatens Danger ListNHAI Under Fire As Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Develops Major Potholes 3 Months After Inauguration’Insult To Shivaji, Bhagat Singh’: CJP Founder Dipke Demands ACP’s Suspension Over Library RowMission Aagaman Explained: How Vikram-1 Could Make Indian Space History60-Year-Old Mumbai Man Dies After Falling Into Open Manhole, 4 BMC Officials SuspendedIndian Navy’s INS Trikand Thwarts Piracy Attempt On India-Bound Vessel In Gulf Of AdenWest Bengal Passes Tough Public Order Laws: What The Recovery And Preventive Detention Bills MeanJapan PM Takaichi In India: Top 10 Items On The Agenda As She Meets PM Modi54 Years of the Shimla Agreement: Why India Says Pakistan Violated the Spirit of the PactChina’s Proposed Bangladesh Corridor Could Open A New Strategic Route Into The Indian Ocean123Photostories5 most effective ways to make money through social media in 20265 fascinating animals that glow in the darkThere are only 3 American states that start with the letter ‘C’; here’s why every traveller on a U.S trip should visit themWhat are chemical-free cosmetics? 5 things no clean cosmetic brand should have that every woman should know about5 superfoods that reduce seasonal hair fall naturally5 reasons devotees cry for Krishna during moments of deep devotionAlia Bhatt redefines airport glam with heritage Gucci tote and classic Frankie Shop layering7 viral techniques people are using to keep mice away without poisonJuly gardening guide: 7 flowers, fruits, and vegetables to plant in the UK”You are putting dead food into a living body”: Sadhguru on impact of eating old bread; 6 healthy desi breakfast alternatives123Hot PicksTrump tariffsNHL TradeEPF Scheme 2026NFL TradeIncome Tax Return FilingMumbai rainNovak DjokovicMicrosoft layoffsIndia Japal TradeTop TrendingCapgemini Bengaluru DaycareDelhi Hit and RunBengaluru Triple MurderFIFA World Cup 2026EPF Scheme 2026US Iran warBy-election datesConnor McDavidManish TewariLando Norris

Amarnath Yatra (File photo) JAMMU: J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch of pilgrims for the twin base camps of Amarnath Yatra 2026 from Jammu’s Bhagwati Nagar base camp under elaborate security arrangements early Thursday, as chants of “Bam Bam Bhole”, “Har Har Mahadev”, and “Jai Barfani Baba Ki” rang in the air.The 57-day pilgrimage to the cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Kashmir Himalayas will begin July 3 via the traditional Nunwan-Pahalgam route in Anantnag and the Baltal route in Ganderbal. The yatra will conclude on Aug 28, on Rakshabandhan.After performing a special puja, Sinha flagged off the first batch of more than 4,800 pilgrims travelling in 259 vehicles. “Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra is a sacred path where devotion meets spiritual awakening. I wish all devotees a safe, comfortable, blissful, and spiritually fulfilling journey. May this holy pilgrimage bring immense joy and divine peace to all,” LG Sinha said.J&K DGP Nalin Prabhat, LoP Sunil Sharma, BJP MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, local BJP legislators, senior civil and police officials, and representatives of various religious organisations were present at the flag-off ceremony. Pilgrims praised the facilities, with Baba Goga Nath of Junagarh Akhara describing the journey as a blessing.J&K administration, Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board, J&K Police, Army and security forces have put extensive measures in place. Dry runs have been conducted to check security and other arrangements for the yatris, who will be escorted by armoured vehicles. Traffic police have imposed highway restrictions from July 2 to Aug 28, with daily advisories and sector-wise cut-off timings.J&K Police have launched “Project Hawk Eye” for aerial surveillance along the Pahalgam route. Security measures include 28 high observation posts (machan morchas), 22 specially trained sniper teams, 416 high-resolution CCTV cameras and Facial Recognition System infrastructure at critical locations. Ministry of Home Affairs has also approved the deployment of 670 additional companies of paramilitary forces in the Valley for the yatra.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUnesco Warns Pakistan Over ‘Reconstructions’ At Taxila, Threatens Danger ListNHAI Under Fire As Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Develops Major Potholes 3 Months After Inauguration’Insult To Shivaji, Bhagat Singh’: CJP Founder Dipke Demands ACP’s Suspension Over Library RowMission Aagaman Explained: How Vikram-1 Could Make Indian Space History60-Year-Old Mumbai Man Dies After Falling Into Open Manhole, 4 BMC Officials SuspendedIndian Navy’s INS Trikand Thwarts Piracy Attempt On India-Bound Vessel In Gulf Of AdenWest Bengal Passes Tough Public Order Laws: What The Recovery And Preventive Detention Bills MeanJapan PM Takaichi In India: Top 10 Items On The Agenda As She Meets PM Modi54 Years of the Shimla Agreement: Why India Says Pakistan Violated the Spirit of the PactChina’s Proposed Bangladesh Corridor Could Open A New Strategic Route Into The Indian Ocean123Photostories5 most effective ways to make money through social media in 20265 fascinating animals that glow in the darkThere are only 3 American states that start with the letter ‘C’; here’s why every traveller on a U.S trip should visit themWhat are chemical-free cosmetics? 5 things no clean cosmetic brand should have that every woman should know about5 superfoods that reduce seasonal hair fall naturally5 reasons devotees cry for Krishna during moments of deep devotionAlia Bhatt redefines airport glam with heritage Gucci tote and classic Frankie Shop layering7 viral techniques people are using to keep mice away without poisonJuly gardening guide: 7 flowers, fruits, and vegetables to plant in the UK”You are putting dead food into a living body”: Sadhguru on impact of eating old bread; 6 healthy desi breakfast alternatives123Hot PicksTrump tariffsNHL TradeEPF Scheme 2026NFL TradeIncome Tax Return FilingMumbai rainNovak DjokovicMicrosoft layoffsIndia Japal TradeTop TrendingCapgemini Bengaluru DaycareDelhi Hit and RunBengaluru Triple MurderFIFA World Cup 2026EPF Scheme 2026US Iran warBy-election datesConnor McDavidManish TewariLando Norris

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Amarnath Yatra (File photo) JAMMU: J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch of pilgrims for the twin base camps of Amarnath Yatra 2026 from Jammu’s Bhagwati Nagar base camp under elaborate security arrangements early Thursday, as chants of “Bam Bam Bhole”, “Har Har Mahadev”, and “Jai Barfani Baba Ki” rang in the…

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Delhi-Mumbai E-way contractor sacked for poor quality work: NHAI on viral video of damaged sections

Delhi-Mumbai E-way contractor sacked for poor quality work: NHAI on viral video of damaged sections

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NEW DELHI: Another video purportedly showing a damaged stretch of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan’s Sawai Madhopur has gone viral, intensifying criticism of NHAI following the recent cave-in on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway. Officials said the highways authority had terminated the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway contractor’s agreement in April after the builder repeatedly failed to fulfil the contractual…

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Ladakh SRINAGAR: Over a month after talks between Ladakh groups and a Union home ministry (MHA) sub-committee in Delhi, informal parleys are slated to be held Friday in Leh with central officials.“The meeting will focus on minutes of the last meeting and other issues,” Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) co-chairman Sajjad Kargili said. He made it clear that unlike earlier, it will not be a formal sub-committee or high-powered panel meeting.Additional MHA secretary Lokhande Prashant Sitaram will lead the talks. Leh Apex Body member and environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk will not attend the meeting as he is away in Delhi on a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in a Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest.The Union Territory had on June 23 observed a complete shutdown against the Centre’s alleged backtracking on understandings reached during a May 22 meeting with MHA officials in the national capital. Wangchuk had attended that meeting.LAB and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), the region’s two main political groups that had called the bandh, have alleged that draft minutes of the May meeting omitted an agreement on a proposed legislative body with authority over the bureaucracy as well as constitutional safeguards for Ladakh through a provision similar to Article 371. They insist the two “essentials” should be included.Several rounds of talks have been held with the Centre on Ladakh since 2023. The process stopped after four people were killed and over 80 injured on Sept 24, 2025, in alleged police firing on protesters in Leh demanding statehood. LAB’s Wangchuk was accused of inciting the protesters, arrested, charged under NSA and kept in Jodhpur jail. The Centre revoked his NSA detention in March this year. After his release, Wangchuk has pressed for talks.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUnesco Warns Pakistan Over ‘Reconstructions’ At Taxila, Threatens Danger ListNHAI Under Fire As Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Develops Major Potholes 3 Months After Inauguration’Insult To Shivaji, Bhagat Singh’: CJP Founder Dipke Demands ACP’s Suspension Over Library RowMission Aagaman Explained: How Vikram-1 Could Make Indian Space History60-Year-Old Mumbai Man Dies After Falling Into Open Manhole, 4 BMC Officials SuspendedIndian Navy’s INS Trikand Thwarts Piracy Attempt On India-Bound Vessel In Gulf Of AdenWest Bengal Passes Tough Public Order Laws: What The Recovery And Preventive Detention Bills MeanJapan PM Takaichi In India: Top 10 Items On The Agenda As She Meets PM Modi54 Years of the Shimla Agreement: Why India Says Pakistan Violated the Spirit of the PactChina’s Proposed Bangladesh Corridor Could Open A New Strategic Route Into The Indian Ocean123Photostories5 most effective ways to make money through social media in 20265 fascinating animals that glow in the darkThere are only 3 American states that start with the letter ‘C’; here’s why every traveller on a U.S trip should visit themWhat are chemical-free cosmetics? 5 things no clean cosmetic brand should have that every woman should know about5 superfoods that reduce seasonal hair fall naturally5 reasons devotees cry for Krishna during moments of deep devotionAlia Bhatt redefines airport glam with heritage Gucci tote and classic Frankie Shop layering7 viral techniques people are using to keep mice away without poisonJuly gardening guide: 7 flowers, fruits, and vegetables to plant in the UK”You are putting dead food into a living body”: Sadhguru on impact of eating old bread; 6 healthy desi breakfast alternatives123Hot PicksTrump tariffsNHL TradeEPF Scheme 2026NFL TradeIncome Tax Return FilingMumbai rainNovak DjokovicMicrosoft layoffsIndia Japal TradeTop TrendingCapgemini Bengaluru DaycareDelhi Hit and RunBengaluru Triple MurderFIFA World Cup 2026EPF Scheme 2026US Iran warBy-election datesConnor McDavidManish TewariLando Norris

Ladakh SRINAGAR: Over a month after talks between Ladakh groups and a Union home ministry (MHA) sub-committee in Delhi, informal parleys are slated to be held Friday in Leh with central officials.“The meeting will focus on minutes of the last meeting and other issues,” Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) co-chairman Sajjad Kargili said. He made it clear that unlike earlier, it will not be a formal sub-committee or high-powered panel meeting.Additional MHA secretary Lokhande Prashant Sitaram will lead the talks. Leh Apex Body member and environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk will not attend the meeting as he is away in Delhi on a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in a Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest.The Union Territory had on June 23 observed a complete shutdown against the Centre’s alleged backtracking on understandings reached during a May 22 meeting with MHA officials in the national capital. Wangchuk had attended that meeting.LAB and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), the region’s two main political groups that had called the bandh, have alleged that draft minutes of the May meeting omitted an agreement on a proposed legislative body with authority over the bureaucracy as well as constitutional safeguards for Ladakh through a provision similar to Article 371. They insist the two “essentials” should be included.Several rounds of talks have been held with the Centre on Ladakh since 2023. The process stopped after four people were killed and over 80 injured on Sept 24, 2025, in alleged police firing on protesters in Leh demanding statehood. LAB’s Wangchuk was accused of inciting the protesters, arrested, charged under NSA and kept in Jodhpur jail. The Centre revoked his NSA detention in March this year. After his release, Wangchuk has pressed for talks.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUnesco Warns Pakistan Over ‘Reconstructions’ At Taxila, Threatens Danger ListNHAI Under Fire As Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Develops Major Potholes 3 Months After Inauguration’Insult To Shivaji, Bhagat Singh’: CJP Founder Dipke Demands ACP’s Suspension Over Library RowMission Aagaman Explained: How Vikram-1 Could Make Indian Space History60-Year-Old Mumbai Man Dies After Falling Into Open Manhole, 4 BMC Officials SuspendedIndian Navy’s INS Trikand Thwarts Piracy Attempt On India-Bound Vessel In Gulf Of AdenWest Bengal Passes Tough Public Order Laws: What The Recovery And Preventive Detention Bills MeanJapan PM Takaichi In India: Top 10 Items On The Agenda As She Meets PM Modi54 Years of the Shimla Agreement: Why India Says Pakistan Violated the Spirit of the PactChina’s Proposed Bangladesh Corridor Could Open A New Strategic Route Into The Indian Ocean123Photostories5 most effective ways to make money through social media in 20265 fascinating animals that glow in the darkThere are only 3 American states that start with the letter ‘C’; here’s why every traveller on a U.S trip should visit themWhat are chemical-free cosmetics? 5 things no clean cosmetic brand should have that every woman should know about5 superfoods that reduce seasonal hair fall naturally5 reasons devotees cry for Krishna during moments of deep devotionAlia Bhatt redefines airport glam with heritage Gucci tote and classic Frankie Shop layering7 viral techniques people are using to keep mice away without poisonJuly gardening guide: 7 flowers, fruits, and vegetables to plant in the UK”You are putting dead food into a living body”: Sadhguru on impact of eating old bread; 6 healthy desi breakfast alternatives123Hot PicksTrump tariffsNHL TradeEPF Scheme 2026NFL TradeIncome Tax Return FilingMumbai rainNovak DjokovicMicrosoft layoffsIndia Japal TradeTop TrendingCapgemini Bengaluru DaycareDelhi Hit and RunBengaluru Triple MurderFIFA World Cup 2026EPF Scheme 2026US Iran warBy-election datesConnor McDavidManish TewariLando Norris

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SRINAGAR: Over a month after talks between Ladakh groups and a Union home ministry (MHA) sub-committee in Delhi, informal parleys are slated to be held Friday in Leh with central officials.“The meeting will focus on minutes of the last meeting and other issues,” Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) co-chairman Sajjad Kargili said. He made it clear…

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There are only 3 American states that start with the letter ‘C’; here’s why every traveller on a U.S trip should visit them

There are only 3 American states that start with the letter ‘C’; here’s why every traveller on a U.S trip should visit them

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California is America’s ultimate road trip destination! It is also the third-largest U.S. state by area and its diversity is unimaginable. From snow-covered mountains to deserts and vineyards to redwood forests, the state has them all. And how can we not mention over 1,300 km of Pacific coastline, simply stunning! The state attracts travellers with…

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Quote of the day by Napoleon Bonaparte: “The world suffers a lot, not because of the violence of bad people, but because of…”

Quote of the day by Napoleon Bonaparte: “The world suffers a lot, not because of the violence of bad people, but because of…”

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Today’s quote of the day is widely attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military leader and emperor who reshaped Europe in the early nineteenth century. The line reads, “The world suffers a lot. Not because the violence of bad people. But because of the silence of the good people.” It circulates constantly online, usually without…

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Vicky Kaushal reacts to Aamir Khan’s wedding with Gauri Spratt as the ‘Lagaan’ actor shares details of the big day with the paps at an event: ‘So happy’

Vicky Kaushal reacts to Aamir Khan’s wedding with Gauri Spratt as the ‘Lagaan’ actor shares details of the big day with the paps at an event: ‘So happy’

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Aamir Khan is set to tie the knot with girlfriend Gauri Spratt on July 5 in Mumbai. It’s going to be an intimate ceremony at his Bandra home in the presence of his family and friends. Aamir was present at the screening of Rajkumar Hirani’s series ‘Pritam and Pedro’. As the actor interacted with the…

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Mumbai manhole tragedy: 4 BMC officials suspended after 60-year-old dies in storm drain

Mumbai manhole tragedy: 4 BMC officials suspended after 60-year-old dies in storm drain

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A 60-year-old man tragically lost his life after falling into an open manhole during drain maintenance in Sakinaka. MUMBAI: BMC on Thursday suspended four officials pending an inquiry after a 60-year-old man was swept to his death after falling into an open manhole during drain maintenance work in Sakinaka, an incident that triggered widespread outrage…

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