All posts tagged: derailment

Janhvi Kapoor says aftermath of Sridevi, Dharmendra’s deaths proved ‘derailment of morality’: ‘You see it become meme…’

Janhvi Kapoor says aftermath of Sridevi, Dharmendra’s deaths proved ‘derailment of morality’: ‘You see it become meme…’

Updated on: Dec 01, 2025 06:54 pm IST Janhvi Kapoor spoke at an event in Mumbai about her mother Sridevi and Bollywood actor Dharmendra’s deaths. Here’s what she said.  Actor Janhvi Kapoor recently attended the We The Women Asia event in Mumbai, where she spoke about her mother and Bollywood veteran actor Dharmendra’s deaths. Speaking about the aftermath of her mother’s death in 2018 and now, Dharmendra’s Janhvi stated that the voyeuristic nature of mass media has caused a derailment of human morality. Here’s what she said. Janhvi Kapoor opened up about the aftermath of Sridevi and Dharmendra’s deaths. Janhvi Kapoor on the pain she felt after Sridevi’s death Janhvi stated that she worries people will think she’s using her mother’s death as a bid to grab headlines, so she avoids talking about it. “The feeling and the phase that I went through during that time is something I’ll never be able to verbalise. And I think that it was such an individual experience that even if I told y’all everything about it, I don’t …

Maha Mumbai Metro downplayed Sept 24 derailment at Dahisar, say officials

Maha Mumbai Metro downplayed Sept 24 derailment at Dahisar, say officials

MUMBAI: The city’s metro network has recorded two derailments in less than two months, even as new lines near commissioning. Despite the Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL) publicly describing the September 24 incident as a “minor technical glitch”, officials familiar with the matter say the city’s first-ever metro derailment on September 24 was caused by a breakdown in communication during a trial run on Metro Line 9. Maha Mumbai Metro downplayed Sept 24 derailment at Dahisar, say officials The derailment occurred around 5am, when an empty metro rake was returning to the Charkop depot after overnight testing. The rake, stationed for trial runs at Mira–Bhayandar, was required to travel via the Metro 2A and 7 corridor and switch onto the Metro 7 line. During this movement, the train was placed in manual mode and the pilot was authorised to proceed without a signal, an operational condition that requires precise communication and supervision. While crossing toward Ovaripada station, the rake derailed. According to officials familiar with the incident, software-driven signalling is critical at crossover …

Kalka-Delhi Express derails at Kalka station, disrupts Shatabdi Express service

Kalka-Delhi Express derails at Kalka station, disrupts Shatabdi Express service

May 23, 2025 09:48 AM IST Kalka-Delhi Express coaches derailed at Kalka station, delaying Shatabdi Express by 45 minutes. No casualties reported; restoration efforts underway. Two coaches of Kalka-Delhi Express derailed Thursday morning around 4.45 am at Kalka railway station, leading to the delay of the Kalka-Delhi Shatabdi Express. Officials inspect the site where the train derailed in Kalka on Thursday. (Sant Arora/Hindustan Times) According to available information, one train, which had been stationed overnight, was being moved in reverse towards the washing yard when the incident occurred. Two of its coaches suddenly derailed and sank into the ground, disrupting the railway line. The train was delayed by 36 minutes from Chandigarh and arrived 45 minutes late at New Delhi. It started from Chandigarh at 7.29 am later than its usual time of 6.45 am. Upon learning of the incident, government railway police (GRP) and railway protection force (RPF) personnel promptly arrived at the scene. Senior railway officials and technical teams also reached the site to oversee and commence restoration efforts. Fortunately, no casualties were …

Train services resume on Cuttack-Nergundi rail section in Odisha after derailment | Details

Train services resume on Cuttack-Nergundi rail section in Odisha after derailment | Details

The derailment, which occurred between Kendrapara Road and Nergundi stations in the Cuttack-Bhadrak railway section on Sunday had disrupted train services temporarily, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) said in a statement. The services resumed at around 10.25 am on Monday. Train services resumed on both tracks of the Cuttack-Nergundi rail section in Odisha’s Cuttack district on Monday morning, following the derailment of the SMVT Bengaluru-Kamakhya AC Express. The derailment occurred between Kendrapara Road and Nergundi stations in the Cuttack-Bhadrak railway section on Sunday which temporarily disrupted train movement, according to a statement from the East Coast Railway (ECoR). Operations were restored, with the Bhubaneswar-New Delhi Rajdhani Express (train No-22823) becoming the first passenger train to successfully pass the affected site on the down line at 10.25 am, a  senior railway official said. Railway authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure smooth and safe transit for all subsequent services, he added.  Railway officials worked hard to restore services ECoR’s railway men worked tirelessly through the night and under challenging conditions to restore the affected tracks by …

Kamakhya Express derailment: Special train to transport stranded passengers via Cuttack

Kamakhya Express derailment: Special train to transport stranded passengers via Cuttack

A special train has been arranged to transport stranded passengers to Kamakhya following the derailment of the Bengaluru-Kamakhya Express in Odisha’s Cuttack district, with seven injured and rescue operations underway. A special train has been arranged to transport stranded passengers to Kamakhya in Assam following the derailment of the SMVT Bengaluru-Kamakhya Express in Odisha’s Cuttack district. The derailment occurred at 11:54 AM near Nirgundi, close to the Manguli area, disrupting train services. According to East Coast Railway, the special train departed from Bhubaneswar at 14:35 hrs, aimed at facilitating the stranded passengers’ onward journey. No casualties have been reported, and efforts are ongoing to ensure the safe transfer of affected passengers to their intended destinations. The Bengaluru-Kamakhya Express, en route to Assam’s Guwahati, was severely impacted as 11 of its coaches derailed, resulting in minor injuries to seven individuals. These passengers have since been rescued and transported to nearby hospitals for medical attention. The railway authorities are working swiftly to restore the disrupted track and minimize further disruptions. Personnel from the Odisha Fire Service, National …

Rock found on Bareilly-Pilibhit line; derailment bid thwarted

Rock found on Bareilly-Pilibhit line; derailment bid thwarted

Jan 15, 2025 08:07 PM IST Major tragedy averted with the alertness of the loco pilot as he immediately applied emergency brakes when the boulder hit the moving train LUCKNOW Train sabotage bids continued in 2025 when a large rock was found placed on the railway track on the Bareilly-Pilibhit line near Bijauria railway station. It broke into two pieces after being struck by the engine of train no. 75302, which was going from Tanakpur to Bareilly City on Monday. Rail traffic remained disrupted for half an hour, officials said on Wednesday. As many as 41 such railway track sabotage bids were reported across Uttar Pradesh between January 2024 and January 14, 2025. (Pic for representation) A major tragedy was averted with the alertness of the loco pilot as he immediately applied emergency brakes when the boulder hit the moving train. There was no damage to the train except for a bent rail guard and no one was injured in the incident, they said. As many as 41 such railway track sabotage bids were reported …

Shalimar-Secunderabad Express train coaches derail near Nalpur station in Bengal’s Howrah | Latest News India

Shalimar-Secunderabad Express train coaches derail near Nalpur station in Bengal’s Howrah | Latest News India

Nov 09, 2024 08:28 AM IST Three coaches of Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Express (Train No. 22850) derailed near Nalpur Station in West Bengal’s Howrah. A few coaches of the Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Express (Train No. 22850) derailed near Nalpur Station in West Bengal’s Howrah on Saturday morning. According to South Eastern Railway’s chief public relations officer (CPRO), Omprakash Charan, the incident involved three coaches—one of which was the B1 coach. Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Express (Train No. 22850) near Nalpur Station in West Bengal’s Howrah on Saturday morning. The derailment, reported early this morning, has raised concerns among passengers and authorities alike. However, Om Prakash Charna confirmed that no injuries or fatalities have been reported so far. The railways said an accident relief train and medical relief trains from Santragachi and Kharagpur were immediately dispatched for assistance. Buses have also been sent to ferry the passengers to Kolkata. “At 5:31 am, the Secunderabad-Shalimar Weekly Express train derailed while going from the middle line to the down line. One parcel van and two passenger coaches have derailed. No major injury …

West Bengal train derailment Secunderabad Shalimar Express train derail in Nalpur two coaches went off track rescue – India TV

West Bengal train derailment Secunderabad Shalimar Express train derail in Nalpur two coaches went off track rescue – India TV

Image Source : PTI (FILE) West Bengal: Four coaches of Secunderabad-Shalimar Express derail in Nalpur. West Bengal train derailment: A train accident occurred in Nalpur today (November 9) where around two coaches of 22850 Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Weekly Express derailed and went off the tracks. The train got derailed while passing the Nalpur station of Kharagpur Division at around 5:31 am. The railway officials arrived at the spot and passengers were being rescued from the derailed coaches.  Accident relief train and medical relief trains from Santragachi and Kharagpur have reached the derailment spot. Buses have been arranged to carry the stranded passengers to their destinations. The restoration process is in progress.  Kharagpur Help Desk number- Railway 63764 P&T 032229-3764 According to the railways, there has been no major damage, and no casualties so far, and only one or two passengers have sustained minor injuries. As per reports, among the three derailed coaches, one was a parcel van and two were passenger coaches which were derailed on Saturday. (With inputs from Anamika Gaur and Onkar Sarkar) ALSO READ: Uttar …

Two arrested in connection with Jan Shatabdi derailment bid near Uttarakhand’s Rudrapur – India TV

Image Source : INDIA TV Iron pole was found on the railway track between Bilaspur Road and Rudrapur City Two individuals were arrested in connection with an alleged attempt to derail the Naini Jan Shatabdi Express by placing a six-meter-long iron pole on the tracks between Bilaspur Road and Rudrapur City railway stations in Uttarakhand on September 18, authorities said. The potential disaster was averted when the train’s driver, spotting the obstruction on the tracks, applied the emergency brakes in time. The incident occurred near Rudrapur City Railway Station, about 43 kilometers from Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. Officials ruled out sabotage attempt  According to Deputy Superintendent of Police (Railways) Anil Kumar Verma, the Government Railway Police (GRP) in Rampur registered a case, and a team was formed to investigate the matter. The arrested individuals have been identified as Sunny, alias Sandeep Chauhan, and Bijender, alias Tinku, both residents of Rampur district. Sunny was arrested from Rudrapur, while Bijender was apprehended in Bilaspur. During interrogation, it was revealed that both suspects had no intention of causing harm. …

Afternoon briefing: Train derailment attempt in Gujarat prevented; 42-km-long torch rally in Kolkata, and more | Latest News India

In a dangerous act aimed at causing a train derailment, an unknown individual tampered with railway tracks near Kim Railway Station in Surat, Gujarat, by removing fishplates and keys, according to Western Railway’s Vadodara Division officials. The tampering led to the suspension of train services on the UP line track. However, the railway authorities acted swiftly to restore operations. A spokesperson from Western Railway confirmed that the removed components were placed back on the same track, ensuring that train movement resumed promptly. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns regarding railway infrastructure and unauthorized interference. Dig Deeper An unknown individual tampered with railway tracks near Kim Railway Station in Surat, Gujarat(PTI) Thousands gathered in Kolkata on Friday for a relay torch rally spanning approximately 42 km, demanding justice for a trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital last month. The event drew participation from doctors, voluntary organizations, specially-abled individuals, cartoonists, IT professionals, scientists, and professors. Beginning at 4 PM and concluding around midnight, the rally included members from rival …