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A massive fire engulfed eight flats across five floors of a Ghaziabad residential tower, trapping residents and causing minor injuries. Firefighters battled the blaze for two hours, facing access issues and initial equipment limitations. The fire, suspected to be from a short circuit in a renovated flat, spread rapidly, leaving a trail of destruction and prompting a swift rescue operation.

A 2.2-km-long stretch, a toll plaza and an SPR project — all remain mired in paperwork

Gurgaon's crucial road projects are stalled for years due to indecision and coordination gaps, impacting daily commutes and the city's economic growth. Projects like the Hero Honda Chowk to Umang Bhardwaj Chowk stretch and the Kherki Daula toll plaza relocation exemplify these persistent delays, frustrating residents and hindering progress.

Patna is witnessing a significant upgrade with the ongoing construction of the Rajiv Nagar-Kurji drain project. So far, workers have completed a substantial 1,000 meters of the ambitious 4.26-km stretch, costing Rs 149 crore. This development not only addresses drainage challenges but also introduces a four-lane road that will benefit more than 200,000 local residents.

Mumbai's island city faces severe traffic chaos due to ongoing bridge construction. Closures and partial shutdowns of Sion, Elphinstone Road, and Parel TT flyovers are rerouting vehicles onto already packed streets. Widening projects at Byculla and Dadar further exacerbate congestion, impacting both motorists and pedestrians. Relief is anticipated with the Sion ROB reopening mid-August.

India secured the strategic Saltoro Ridge in 1984, leading to a fierce battle for Quaid Post. Operation Rajiv saw Indian soldiers, led by Naib Subedar Bana Singh, bravely capture the post in 1987 after intense fighting. Renamed Bana Post, its capture marked a significant Indian victory, thwarting Pakistani attempts to regain dominance.

Electric cars, while vital for cleaner air, won't solve urban traffic jams. Congestion stems from road space limitations, not fuel type. The article argues for prioritizing efficient public transport, integrated connectivity, demand management, and smarter urban design. True progress lies in rethinking our entire transportation system, focusing on movement efficiency over vehicle power.

GMDA has floated a fresh tender to construct missing surface drains, repair damaged sections, and build road gullies to improve stormwater discharge

Tensions flared in West Bengal as the TMC clashed with the Election Commission over claims of voter deletions, leading to a barrage of accusations. In another development, the Election Commission's abrupt replacement of Tamil Nadu's Chief Secretary and DGP sparked outrage from Chief Minister Stalin, who accused the EC of showing favoritism toward the BJP and AIADMK.