Evening briefing: 98 Indians died during Haj pilgrimage this year; Goa hikes VAT on petrol, diesel; all latest news
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Evening briefing: 98 Indians died during Haj pilgrimage this year; Goa hikes VAT on petrol, diesel; all latest news

Hindustan Times  

At least 98 Indian citizens have died of natural causes, old age and illness during this year’s Haj pilgrimage that was marked by searing heat and intense high temperatures, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday. Dig Deeper At least 98 Indian citizens have died of natural causes, old age and illness during this year’s Haj pilgrimage that was marked by searing heat and intense high temperatures The Bharatiya Janata Party government in Goa on Friday issued a notification raising the Value Added Tax on petrol. Dig Deeper Latest News India slams Canadian House's ‘silence’ tribute to Khalistani terrorist Nijjar Delhi HC stays trial court order granting bail to Arvind Kejriwal till decision on ED's plea challenging bail India News Rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, brings relief from intense heatwave Gujarat HC allows Netflix to release ‘Maharaj’, says it doesn't hurt sentiments Global Matters Southwest Boeing 737 dives below 500ft over Oklahoma neighbourhood, triggers ‘low-altitude alert’ Pakistan: Protesters in Balochistan demand safe return of 'disappeared' people Sports Goings Rishabh Pant, India's star wicketkeeper-batter, etched his name in T20 World Cup history during India's clash against Afghanistan on Thursday. Dig Deeper Lifestyle and Health International Yoga Day 2024: Autoimmune disorders refer to the condition where the immune system starts attacking the body's cells and tissues, mistaking them for foreign invaders.

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201 Indian pilgrims died during Haj pilgrimage 2024 due to health issues: Govt informs Lok Sabha
5 months, 2 weeks ago

201 Indian pilgrims died during Haj pilgrimage 2024 due to health issues: Govt informs Lok Sabha

India TV News  

Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said more than 200 Indian pilgrims died during the Haj pilgrimage 2024, with a majority of the deaths being attributed to cardio-respiratory and cardio-pulmonary arrests. "The government of India has placed significant emphasis on the successful conduct of Haj operations and on ensuring the safety and well-being of Indian pilgrims," Rijiju said …

98 Indians died during Haj pilgrimage this year, says MEA
6 months, 2 weeks ago

98 Indians died during Haj pilgrimage this year, says MEA

Hindustan Times  

At least 98 Indian citizens have died of natural causes, old age and illness during this year’s Haj pilgrimage that was marked by searing heat and intense high temperatures, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday. Around 1,75,000 Indians performed Haj pilgrimage this year. These deaths have happened on account of natural illness, natural causes, chronic illness, and also …

Cardiovascular disease, heatstroke among reasons for deaths of Indians undertaking Hajj: Centre
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Cardiovascular disease, heatstroke among reasons for deaths of Indians undertaking Hajj: Centre

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Cardiovascular disease, pre-existing chronic illnesses, stroke and even heat exhaustion and heatstroke are some of the leading causes for the deaths of Indians who undertook the Hajj pilgrimage in 2023, a government report released Friday said. “Pilgrims undertaking the Hajj pilgrimage face various health risks, primarily due to the summer timing of the pilgrimage, extreme temperatures reaching up …

At least 98 Indian pilgrims die of heatstroke during hajj, MEA clarifies amid conflicting reports
6 months, 2 weeks ago

At least 98 Indian pilgrims die of heatstroke during hajj, MEA clarifies amid conflicting reports

India TV News  

New Delhi: Amid the scorching heatwaves, the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday confirmed the deaths of Indian nationals who were on the Hajj yatra in Saudi Arabia. MEA spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, during a weekly press briefing, said at least 98 Indians died during the hajj pilgrim. The clarification from the MEA came amid multiple media reports claiming more than …

68 Indian pilgrims die during Hajj due to extreme heat, death toll rises to 600
6 months, 3 weeks ago

68 Indian pilgrims die during Hajj due to extreme heat, death toll rises to 600

Firstpost  

Fatalities have also been confirmed by Indonesia, Iran, Senegal, Tunisia and Iraq’s autonomous Kurdistan region, though in many cases authorities have not specified the cause Among the 600 people who died during Hajj in Mecca owing to soaring temperatures, 68 were Indian citizens. Fatalities have also been confirmed by Indonesia, Iran, Senegal, Tunisia and Iraq’s autonomous Kurdistan region, though in …

68 Indian pilgrims among 600 people to die during Hajj in Saudi Arabia
6 months, 3 weeks ago

68 Indian pilgrims among 600 people to die during Hajj in Saudi Arabia

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Sixty-eight Indian nationals were among more than 600 people from around the world who died during this year’s Haj pilgrimage that was marked by searing heat and intense high temperatures, people familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. Muslim pilgrims circle the Kaaba as they perform Tawaf at the Grand Mosque, during the annual haj pilgrimage, in Mecca, …

Petrol prices high in six non-BJP ruled States due to high VAT: Puri
2 years ago

Petrol prices high in six non-BJP ruled States due to high VAT: Puri

The Hindu  

Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Thursday that petrol prices remained high in six non-BJP ruled States of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala and Jharkhand as the State governments had not reduced value-added tax. High crude prices Asserting that currently petrol prices in India were one of the lowest, Mr. Puri said oil marketing companies together …

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