At least 10 workers were killed and more than 30 others injured following a major explosion at a Vedanta power plant in India’s Chhattisgarh state, marking one of the region’s most serious industrial accidents in recent years. The incident occurred at approximately 2:30 PM IST on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in the Sakti district while workers were on their lunch break, triggering panic and a large-scale emergency response. Officials confirmed that 33 workers sustained injuries, with

India's journey into nuclear weapons began in the early 1940s under British colonial rule. Following independence in 1947, the country embarked on a peaceful nuclear program primarily focused on energy production. At the helm of the program was Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, who aimed to harness nuclear energy for civilian use, emphasizing the peaceful applications of atomic power. However, the political landscape began shifting in the 1960s as India faced mounting security concerns, partic

The Andhra Pradesh government led by N. Chandrababu Naidu has revived the Anna Canteens scheme, which is now witnessing an overwhelming response across urban areas. These canteens, known for providing affordable meals to the poor and working class, are serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a highly subsidized price of just ₹5. The scheme, which was discontinued during the tenure of Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, has now regained strong public support after its relaunch.