The supervisor of the site where the sinkhole occurred on Saturday (July 26) said that the incident from the car sinking to the driver's rescue took place within five minutes.Site foreman Pitchai Udaiyappan Subbiah, 46, from Ohin Construction, told reporters on Sunday afternoon (July 27) that he and three other workers were at the PUB worksite at Tanjong Katong Road South, near One Amber condominium, when they heard a sound.«I went to see the road and one car with a (woman) was inside,» said Pitchai of the incident which occurred at around 5.50pm.He and three other workers immediately sprang into action to help rescue the driver from the hole.He added that she had opened the door herself, and appeared to be unhurt. The sinkhole was also dry at the time, he said, but later began filling up with water.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the birth anniversary of Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I at the Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple in Tamil Nadu, offering prayers and participating in the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival. He also visited an exhibition on Chola Shaivism and architecture, highlighting Rajendra Chola's maritime expeditions and the temple's significance as a cultural and spiritual hub.

The exercise will be conducted as a Table Top Exercise and Computer-Based Wargame, aimed at validating operational procedures for mechanised warfare.

Indian Railways has successfully tested the Direct Drive Electronic Interlocking (DDEI) system at three stations, aiming to significantly improve rail safety. This new system minimizes human intervention by directly controlling track switches and signals electronically. DDEI reduces the need for relays and copper cables, lowering maintenance costs and enhancing protection against lightning, marking a major technological advancement.

Armed clashes sparked earlier on the border between the two countries

In the past 24 hours, Battlegroup East units kept advancing deep into the enemy’s defenses and inflicted losses on manpower and equipment of two mechanized brigades and a marine infantry brigade of the Ukrainian army in areas near the settlements of Iskra, Yanvarskoye, Kamyshevakha and Temirovka, he specified

The pause will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time in Al Mawasi, Deir al-Balah and Gaza City where the Israeli army is not conducting military operations and will be in effect until further notice, the army’s press office said in a statement

The Russian leader said he was certain that Russia and Kyrgyzstan will by joint efforts provide for the further dynamic development of bilateral relations and constructive interaction within the Eurasian Economic Union, the Collective Security Treaty Organization, the Commonwealth of Independent States, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and other multilateral structures

As the Russian president’s press secretary pointed out, «if the parties manage to embark upon the path of a diplomatic settlement, then this would already proceed under the variant preferable for us»

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has criticized Prime Minister Modi's leadership in light of the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor, drawing a contrast with Atal Bihari Vajpayee's response to the Kargil War. Ramesh highlighted the absence of a similar review committee and questioned the government's handling of security failures.

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's rebuke of civic lapses in Hinjewadi IT Park went viral, sparking political debate. Pawar warned of IT companies relocating to Bengaluru and Hyderabad due to infrastructure issues like waterlogging and traffic. Following an inspection prompted by monsoon woes, Pawar claimed most problems were resolved through difficult administrative decisions, emphasizing teamwork and cooperation for permanent solutions.

Following Union Minister Chirag Paswan's criticism of Bihar's rising crime rates, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) accused him of hypocrisy. RJD MP Manoj Jha urged Paswan, citing his close ties with Prime Minister Modi, to request a fact-finding team to assess Bihar's law and order.

Replying to a question from Lord Lamont, Reeves claimed the LGPS was managed by '96 different administering authorities' which she wants to reduce to 'eight pools'.

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A tragic stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar on Sunday resulted in the death of at least six people and injuries to several others. The incident occurred on the staircase leading to the temple, triggered by a massive influx of pilgrims during the month of Shravan. Rescue operations are underway, with authorities closely monitoring the situation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 124th Mann ki Baat episode, highlighted India's achievements in science and culture. He mentioned astronaut Sudhanshu Shukla's return from the International Space Station and the excitement surrounding Chandrayaan-3's success. PM Modi also noted the rise of space startups and announced August 23 as National Space Day, inviting suggestions via the Namo App.

Don Wehby, a towering figure in corporate Jamaica and the former Group Chief Executive Officer of GraceKennedy Limited, has died. He was 62. Wehby, who retired from the food and finance conglomerate in February, had been ailing. During his tenure...

Mogadishu (HOL) The Himilo Qaran political party, led by former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, has strongly condemned the recent clashes between the federal government and Jubbaland state forces in the Beled Hawo district of the Gedo region.

Kismayo (HOL) – Jubbaland State Police Force destroyed sites used by the Al-Shabaab group to illegally collect taxes from farmers during a security operation along the riverbanks in the Jammaame district of the Lower Juba region.

Four people have been seriously injured after being hit by stray bullets from Belet Hawa, a town in neighbouring Somalia, during a fierce exchange of fire between the Somalia National Army (SNA) and Jubbaland Special Forces.

A video of the moment the ground caved in and swallowed a car on Tanjong Katong Road South on Saturday (July 26) evening has emerged on social media.Dashcam footage posted by Facebook page SGRV shows traffic cones placed on one lane of the two-lane road, and a worker acting as a traffic marshal.When the black Mazda turns into Tanjong Katong Road South from Mountbatten Road, the ground sinks suddenly, and the vehicle falls sideways into the hole.Other videos online also showed migrant workers from the adjacent PUB worksite springing into action.A seven-minute-long clip posted by Facebook user Maureen Yeong on Saturday showed one worker leaning into the sinkhole as two more workers approached the edge.The female driver of the car which had sunk into the road appears from the cavity and is quickly pulled out by about four or five workers.The woman is led to safety by them as indiscernible shouts are heard.

A Singaporean doctor in Australia accused of secretly filming colleagues in hospital toilets is now facing five additional charges, including producing intimate images, using an optical surveillance device, and refusing to assist police investigations.Ryan Cho, 27, appeared in the Melbourne Magistrates' Court on Friday (July 25), where Victoria police revealed they had uncovered over 4,500 intimate videos of at least 460 victims allegedly recorded between 2021 and 2025, Australian news outlets reported.The videos were reportedly organised into folders by victims' names and workplaces, and involved staff at three major Melbourne hospitals — the Austin Hospital, Royal Melbourne Hospital, and the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.Court documents alleged that the majority of victims were female medical staff, including doctors, nurses, and paramedics, reported ABC News.The footage, which was said to have been captured in toilets and showers, depicted victims in vulnerable positions.Some videos were allegedly filmed in homes, reported Nine News.

Missing Kenyan activist Mwabili Mwagodi, who went missing in Tanzania on Wednesday, has finally been found dumped on the Kenyan coast.

The African Union (AU) on Saturday welcomed France's announcement to officially recognize the State of Palestine, describing it as a «significant step» that aligns with the AU's longstanding position.

Djibouti (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has arrived in Djibouti’s capital for an official visit aimed at strengthening relations with the neighboring Republic of Djibouti.

Though it is almost forgotten today - suppressed, perhaps, by some squeamish historians - the Muslim trade in both black African and white European slaves was deeply feared.

Each morning, whenever she opens the kitchen door onto her flower-filled patio, Teresa Marshall de Paoli is forced to relive her trauma all over again.

An American Airlines jet caught fire priorto takeoff at Denver airport Read Full Article at RT.com

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