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Angry smoker throws lighter at fuel nozzle, triggering blaze at petrol station

Angry smoker throws lighter at fuel nozzle, triggering blaze at petrol station

A man allegedly caused a fire at a petrol pump after being asked by staff not to smoke on the premises. According to reports, he attempted to light a cigarette but was stopped by employees. In anger, he threw his lighter towards a fuel nozzle, which ignited a fire. The incident highlights the serious dangers of smoking at fuel stations

21 February,2026 10:12 AM IST | Raipur | Agencies
Pariksha Pe Charcha: PM Modi talks to students as board exams near

Pariksha Pe Charcha: PM Modi talks to students as board exams near

Prime Minister Modi announced the return of Pariksha Pe Charcha on X, expressing his happiness at interacting with young students once again this year ahead of exams

03 February,2026 07:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ishan Kishan reveals reason behind his success in Raipur

Ishan Kishan reveals reason behind his success in Raipur

Ishan Kishan says consistent run-scoring for Jharkhand restored his confidence, allowing him to trust his instincts while anchoring a dominant chase with a quickfire match-winning 76 against New Zealand

25 January,2026 09:08 AM IST | Raipur | IANS
Nine Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari, rewards worth Rs 47 lakh

Nine Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari, rewards worth Rs 47 lakh

Five of the cadres surrendered with two Insas rifles, two Single Loading Rifles (SLRs), a carbine and a muzzle-loading gun, the official said

24 January,2026 08:51 AM IST | Chhattisgarh | Agencies

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