<p><strong>Mumbai:</strong> A massive fire erupted at Riya Palace, located in the Lokhandwala Complex of Andheri West, on the morning of October 16, resulting in the heartbreaking deaths of three individuals. The incident was reported to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) Mumbai Fire Brigade at approximately 8:05 AM.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Victims identified</strong></h2>

<p>The victims of this devastating fire have been identified as 74-year-old Chandraprakash Soni and Kanta Soni, along with 42-year-old Pelubeta. Following the incident, the Chief Medical Officer at Cooper Hospital confirmed that all three were declared dead upon arrival, leaving the community in shock.</p>

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<h2><strong>Here's what happened&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>According to the reports, the blaze began in a residential flat on the 10th floor of the 14-storey building. Firefighters responded swiftly, and their efforts managed to bring the flames under control by 8:58 AM. Despite their prompt response and tireless work, three residents were found unresponsive in the flat.</p>

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<h2><strong>Community mourns loss</strong></h2>

<p>Local residents shared that Chandraprakash Soni was the owner of Avalon, a shipping company situated in the RNA Shopping Complex. In the wake of the fire, his office staff, who had worked with him for 15 to 20 years, gathered at the scene, visibly distressed as they mourned the loss of a man they regarded as a "father figure." Many remembered him fondly, recalling his kindness and dedication to both his work and his employees.</p>

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<h2><strong>Investigation underway</strong></h2>

<p>Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire, which remains uncertain at this time. This tragic incident has had a profound impact on all those involved, and more updates are expected in the days ahead.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Mumbai: A massive fire erupted at Riya Palace, located in the Lokhandwala Complex of Andheri West, on the morning of October 16, resulting in the heartbreaking deaths of three individuals.

Mumbai: A massive fire erupted at Riya Palace, located in the Lokhandwala Complex of Andheri West, on the morning of October 16, resulting in the heartbreaking deaths of three individuals. The incident was reported to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) Mumbai Fire Brigade at approximately 8:05 AM. Also read | IndiGo flight bound for Lucknow emergency lands in Jaipur after another bomb threat Victims identified The victims of this devastating fire have been identified as 74-year-old Chandraprakash Soni and Kanta Soni, along with 42-year-old Pelubeta. Following the incident, the Chief Medical Officer at Cooper Hospital confirmed that all three were declared dead upon arrival, leaving the community in shock. Also read | Clever or foul? Maharashtra CM declares Diwali bonus for govt employees before election date announcement Here's what happened According to the reports, the blaze began in a residential flat on the 10th floor of the 14-storey building. Firefighters responded swiftly, and their efforts managed to bring the flames under control by 8:58 AM. Despite their prompt response and tireless work, three residents were found unresponsive in the flat. Also read | CBI probing 'role of others' in Kolkata rape and murder case, SC told Community mourns loss Local residents shared that Chandraprakash Soni was the owner of Avalon, a shipping company situated in the RNA Shopping Complex. In the wake of the fire, his office staff, who had worked with him for 15 to 20 years, gathered at the scene, visibly distressed as they mourned the loss of a man they regarded as a "father figure." Many remembered him fondly, recalling his kindness and dedication to both his work and his employees. Also read | India: Depression in Bay of Bengal to impact Chennai Investigation underway Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire, which remains uncertain at this time. This tragic incident has had a profound impact on all those involved, and more updates are expected in the days ahead. (With inputs from agencies)

Mumbai: Three dead after massive fire breaks out in multi-storey building

<p>&nbsp;A typhoon struck the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-killed-over-two-lakh-evacuated-as-typhoon-kammuri-pounds-philippines-closes-manila-airport-265891">Philippines</a> on Tuesday, killing at least three people, disrupting air travel and forcing government offices and schools to shut.</p>

<p>Authorities evacuated some 225,000 people ahead of the arrival overnight of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/evacuations-airport-closure-as-typhoon-kammuri-nears-philippines-265793">Typhoon Kammuri</a>, known locally as Tisoy. Officials said their precautions prevented greater loss of life, while warnings of floods, storm surges, and landslides were issued in the wake of the country's 20th typhoon of the year.</p>

<p>"We've seen great improvement in local government management of preparations for disasters," disaster agency spokesman Mark Timbal told news channel ANC.</p>

<p>Winds gusting up to 200 kph (124 mph) damaged homes and structures and tore down trees and signage as it barrelled through central islands south of the capital, as it moved across the archipelago towards the South China Sea.</p>

<p>A man died after being electrocuted while attempting to fix his roof in Camarines Sur province, according to a civil defense official. Two people who ignored a mandatory evacuation were killed in Oriental Mindoro, one hit by a falling tree and the other by a sheet of metal roofing material.</p>

<p>"It could have been more if we did not have pre-emptive evacuation," Humerlito Dolor, governor of Oriental Mindoro province, told DZMM radio.</p>

<p>Some 499 flights were postponed and 100,000 people impacted by a precautionary closure of Manila's main airport for 12 hours until 11:00 pm&nbsp;Tuesday (1500 GMT). Flights continued in unaffected areas of the country.</p>

<p>Pictures posted on social media showed waves crashing against bulwarks, panels flying off roofs, and fallen trees.</p>

<p>Authorities warned of storm surges of up to three meters and possible floods and landslides ahead after heavy winds and rain. Commercial sea travel was halted.</p>

<p>Government offices and schools in Manila were closed and utility firms warned of power outages.</p>

<p>Worst hit was the airport in Legazpi City, which suffered structural damage, with a television showing cables, lighting, and panels hanging from the ceiling over the departure areas.</p>

<p>The Philippines is hosting the Southeast Asian Games until December&nbsp;11 and organisers postponed several events until later in the competition, among them surfing, kayak, windsurfing, polo, sailing, skateboarding, and canoeing.</p>


A typhoon struck the Philippines on Tuesday, killing at least three people, disrupting air travel and forcing government offices and schools to shut. Authorities evacuated some 225,000 people ahead of the arrival overnight of Typhoon Kammuri, known locally as Tisoy.

A typhoon struck the Philippines on Tuesday, killing at least three people, disrupting air travel and forcing government offices and schools to shut. Authorities evacuated some 225,000 people ahead of the arrival overnight of Typhoon Kammuri, known locally as Tisoy. Officials said their precautions prevented greater loss of life, while warnings of floods, storm surges, and landslides were issued in the wake of the country's 20th typhoon of the year. "We've seen great improvement in local government management of preparations for disasters," disaster agency spokesman Mark Timbal told news channel ANC. Winds gusting up to 200 kph (124 mph) damaged homes and structures and tore down trees and signage as it barrelled through central islands south of the capital, as it moved across the archipelago towards the South China Sea. A man died after being electrocuted while attempting to fix his roof in Camarines Sur province, according to a civil defense official. Two people who ignored a mandatory evacuation were killed in Oriental Mindoro, one hit by a falling tree and the other by a sheet of metal roofing material. "It could have been more if we did not have pre-emptive evacuation," Humerlito Dolor, governor of Oriental Mindoro province, told DZMM radio. Some 499 flights were postponed and 100,000 people impacted by a precautionary closure of Manila's main airport for 12 hours until 11:00 pm Tuesday (1500 GMT). Flights continued in unaffected areas of the country. Pictures posted on social media showed waves crashing against bulwarks, panels flying off roofs, and fallen trees. Authorities warned of storm surges of up to three meters and possible floods and landslides ahead after heavy winds and rain. Commercial sea travel was halted. Government offices and schools in Manila were closed and utility firms warned of power outages. Worst hit was the airport in Legazpi City, which suffered structural damage, with a television showing cables, lighting, and panels hanging from the ceiling over the departure areas. The Philippines is hosting the Southeast Asian Games until December 11 and organisers postponed several events until later in the competition, among them surfing, kayak, windsurfing, polo, sailing, skateboarding, and canoeing.

Typhoon kills 3 in Philippines, several flights halted

3 dead in twin blasts in Afghanistan

<p>Three persons were killed and at least 10 injured in a grenade attack on a prayer hall brimming with around 200 devotees on the outskirts of the city on Sunday.</p>

<p>The attack occurred during a religious gathering of the Nirankari sect at Nirankari Bhavan in Adliwal village near Amritsar's Rajasansi, which is close to the international airport.</p>

<p>According to eyewitness accounts, the grenade was lobbed by bike-borne persons.</p>

<p>"A grenade was lobbed and three people have died in the incident while 10 have been injured in the incident, two of them critically," Inspector General of Police SS Parmar, who visited the spot, told reporters.</p>

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<p>Quoting eyewitness accounts, the IG said the two accused were carrying a pistol and after hurling the explosive, they escaped from the site.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A hunt is on to nab them, he said.</p>

<p>He said about 200 devotees were inside the hall at the time of the incident. No CCTV was installed at the premises, according to preliminary investigations.</p>

<p>Punjab Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh condemned the attack.</p>

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<p>After reviewing the law and order situation, he directed the Home Secretary, DGP (Law and Order) and DG Intelligence to rush to Rajasansi for supervising investigations.</p>

<p>Some eyewitness accounts said that two armed and masked persons, who were on a motorcycle forced their way inside the Bhavan by pointing a gun at a woman devotee who was on duty at the gate.</p>

<p>"After they gained entry, they threw a grenade-like object at the congregation and escaped," said an eyewitness.</p>

<p>After the incident, the Bhavan was sealed by the police and security was stepped up at other 'Nirankari Bhavans' in the state. The Sant Nirankari Mission is a spiritual organisation.</p>

<p>Punjab was on an alert following an input claiming that a group of six to seven JeM terrorists were reportedly in the state, possibly in Ferozepur area.</p>

<p>The state was put on alert after four persons snatched a SUV from driver at gunpoint near Madhopur in Pathankot?district last week.&nbsp;</p>


Three persons were killed and at least 10 injured in a grenade attack on a prayer hall brimming with around 200 devotees on the outskirts of the city on Sunday. The attack occurred during a religious gathering of the Nirankari sect at Nirankari Bhavan in Adliwal village near Amritsar's Rajasansi, which is close to the international airport.

Three persons were killed and at least 10 injured in a grenade attack on a prayer hall brimming with around 200 devotees on the outskirts of the city on Sunday. The attack occurred during a religious gathering of the Nirankari sect at Nirankari Bhavan in Adliwal village near Amritsar's Rajasansi, which is close to the international airport. According to eyewitness accounts, the grenade was lobbed by bike-borne persons. "A grenade was lobbed and three people have died in the incident while 10 have been injured in the incident, two of them critically," Inspector General of Police SS Parmar, who visited the spot, told reporters. Out of 250 people who were present in the religious congregation, 3 dead & 15-20 injured. As per initial reports, 2 people had come over here who lobbed a grenade here: IG (Border) Surinder Pal Singh Parmar on the blast at Nirankari Bhawan in Amritsar. #Punjab pic.twitter.com/Mkpq8oUQXo — ANI (@ANI) November 18, 2018 × Spot visuals from the Nirankari Bhawan in Amritsar, where a blast took place earlier today. The blast claimed three lives. #Punjab pic.twitter.com/dOco5XKKjH — ANI (@ANI) November 18, 2018 × Visuals from the hospital where those injured have been shifted after the blast at Nirankari Bhawan in Amritsar district, earlier today. #Punjab pic.twitter.com/NpumSbHq4e — ANI (@ANI) November 18, 2018 × Quoting eyewitness accounts, the IG said the two accused were carrying a pistol and after hurling the explosive, they escaped from the site. A hunt is on to nab them, he said. He said about 200 devotees were inside the hall at the time of the incident. No CCTV was installed at the premises, according to preliminary investigations. Punjab Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh condemned the attack. Amritsar blast: Punjab CM Captain Amarinder Singh announces Rs. 5 lakh compensation for the kin of the dead and free treatment for the injured. #Punjab pic.twitter.com/Qxig8I5cNO — ANI (@ANI) November 18, 2018 × After reviewing the law and order situation, he directed the Home Secretary, DGP (Law and Order) and DG Intelligence to rush to Rajasansi for supervising investigations. Some eyewitness accounts said that two armed and masked persons, who were on a motorcycle forced their way inside the Bhavan by pointing a gun at a woman devotee who was on duty at the gate. "After they gained entry, they threw a grenade-like object at the congregation and escaped," said an eyewitness. After the incident, the Bhavan was sealed by the police and security was stepped up at other 'Nirankari Bhavans' in the state. The Sant Nirankari Mission is a spiritual organisation. Punjab was on an alert following an input claiming that a group of six to seven JeM terrorists were reportedly in the state, possibly in Ferozepur area. The state was put on alert after four persons snatched a SUV from driver at gunpoint near Madhopur in Pathankot?district last week.

3 dead, several injured in grenade attack on prayer hall at Amritsar's Rajasansi

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