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Eight dead, 21 injured after bus catches fire in Rajasthan

Eight dead, 21 injured after bus catches fire in Rajasthan

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At least eight people were killed and 21 others injured after a sleeper bus collided with a trailer and caught fire on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan’s Dausa district in the early hours of Wednesday. Six victims were reportedly burnt alive inside the bus, while two others succumbed to head injuries sustained in the collision. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

15 killed in Lucknow fire; UP govt promises strict action

15 killed in Lucknow fire; UP govt promises strict action

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Uttar Pradesh Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna on Tuesday said strict action would be taken against those responsible for the Lucknow fire tragedy that claimed the lives of at least 15 people, asserting that the state government would not spare anyone found guilty, irrespective of their position. Speaking to ANI, Khanna expressed condolences to the families of the victims and said Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had already issued directions for an inquiry into the incident. He said, “This is a deeply distressing incident. We stand with the bereaved families. Our sympathies are with them, and we pray to God to grant them the strength to bear this sorrow.  I assure the entire state and the country that under Yogi ji’s government, we will deliver on our promises. “ He added, “Strict action will be taken against anyone found guilty, regardless of their position. The Chief Minister has already issued directives to take action against those responsible.  An FIR will be lodged, an investigation will be conducted, and action will follow…All fifteen victims lost their lives solely …

Delhi fire: 17 foreigners among 21 killed; PM announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia

Delhi fire: 17 foreigners among 21 killed; PM announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia

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A devastating fire broke out at the multi-storied Lemon Green Restaurant in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning, killing 21 people amongst whom 17 were foreign nationals according to Delhi Police. Officials said the victims include people from Liberia, Nigeria, Mozambique and Bangladesh, as per IANS reports. Rescue operation completed Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) (South Delhi) Jitender Kumar confirmed that the rescue and search operation was completed at 12:12 p.m, reported the news agency. He said, “A total of 47 people were rescued, of which 21 have died, and 26 are undergoing treatment,” reported the news agency. The SDM also confirmed that emergency teams worked through the morning to evacuate people trapped inside the building. Injured include police personnel and people who jumped from height According to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi, 13 injured people were brought to the hospital. Among them, three people suffered injuries after jumping from a height while trying to escape the fire. AIIMS Trauma Centre officials also confirmed that 10 of the injured are Delhi Police personnel …

Mother jumps with child in her arms to escape deadly delhi hotel fire; 20 killed

Mother jumps with child in her arms to escape deadly delhi hotel fire; 20 killed

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A woman with her child in her arms jumped from the third floor of a building in south Delhi`s Malviya Nagar where a massive fire left at least 21 dead, eyewitnesses said. The fire broke out Wednesday morning at the Flourish Stay bed-and-breakfast hotel in the congested Hauz Rani locality, triggering panic among dozens of trapped occupants. As thick smoke engulfed the building and flames spread rapidly through the premises, several people were seen breaking window panes and calling for help. “A woman holding a young child jumped from the third floor after local residents spread mattresses on the ground below in an attempt to save those trapped inside,” an eyewitness said. Witnesses said the woman landed on one of the mattresses along with the child and may have sustained some injuries. She was immediately sent to a nearby hospital. “She was carrying the child tightly and jumped when there was no other way out. People had already arranged mattresses below the building. Both survived, but she appeared to have suffered injuries,” he added. Residents …

Elderly woman killed, 16 injured after AC explosion triggers fire at Dehradun hospital

Elderly woman killed, 16 injured after AC explosion triggers fire at Dehradun hospital

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A 66-year-old woman was killed and 16 others injured after an explosion in an air-conditioning unit triggered a fire at a private hospital in Dehradun on Wednesday, officials said. Dehradun, May 20 (ANI): Doiwal Assembly constituency MLA Brij Bhushan Gairola visits a patient at the Panacea Super Specialty Hospital following a fire at the hospital, in Dehradun on Wednesday. (ANI) The incident took place at Panacea Hospital near Rispana Bridge at around 9.35am, and the deceased was identified as Veeravati. Officials said that the AC was in the hospital’s intensive care unit (ICU). At the time of the incident, 14 patients were admitted in the hospital, out of which at least four to five people were admitted in the ICU. Officials added that preliminary findings suggested a short circuit as the cause. Teams from the district administration, police, fire services, and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) took part in the rescue operation. They recovered around seven attendants, staff and others trapped in the premises, and transferred all patients to nearby facilities. Critically ill patients were …

Private travels bus gutted in fire near Rajupalem, all passengers escape safely

Private travels bus gutted in fire near Rajupalem, all passengers escape safely

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A private travel bus carrying 36 passengers from Hyderabad to Tirupati suddenly caught fire and was completely gutted near Rajupalem in Ulavapadu mandal of Prakasam district on the Kolkata–Chennai National Highway in the early hours of Friday (May 15). | Photo Credit: KOMMURI SRINIVAS A private bus travelling from Hyderabad to Tirupati on the Kolkata–Chennai National Highway was gutted in a fire near Rajupalem in Ulavapadu mandal of Prakasam district during the early hours of Friday (May 15). All 37 persons in the bus, including two drivers, escaped safely through the windows and the main door without any injuries. According to the police, the incident happened at Bheemavaram Cross Roads at around 3 a.m. As per the initial report, one of the rear tyres on the right-side of the bus got stuck and the bus reportedly caught fire due to the friction. However, the actual cause of fire is yet to be ascertained. A private travel bus carrying 36 passengers from Hyderabad to Tirupati suddenly caught fire and was completely gutted near Rajupalem in Ulavapadu …

APSRTC bus catches fire after contact with low-hanging power cables in Kadapa

APSRTC bus catches fire after contact with low-hanging power cables in Kadapa

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Transport Minister Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy praised the the driver for his prompt response in bringing the bus to a halt and saving the lives of the passengers. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu An APSRTC bus went up in flames after it came in touch with low-hanging high tension power cables at Veerannagattupalle village in Kadapa district on Sunday. The incident has turned out to be a matter of concern considering the half a dozen such instances witnessed in Andhra Pradesh over the last fortnight. The APSRTC rural service (Palle Velugu) bus was proceeding from Kadiri in Sri Sathya Sai district to Vempalle in Kadapa district when the accident happened at Veerannagattupalle. After seeing smoke rising from the roof of the bus, the 22 passengers raised an alarm and brought the bus to a halt before rushing out to safety. Even as the passengers watched helplessly, the bus went up in flames and was almost completely gutted before the fire tenders arrived. Left stranded in a remote location, the passengers had to search for alternative …

Chiranjeevi shares update on Pawan Kalyan’s son Mark Shankar’s health after fire accident in Singapore: ‘Still have to…’

Chiranjeevi shares update on Pawan Kalyan’s son Mark Shankar’s health after fire accident in Singapore: ‘Still have to…’

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Veteran star Chiranjeevi took to social media on Thursday to inform fans and well-wishers about his nephew Mark Shankar’s recovery. The eight-year-old son of actor-politician Pawan Kalyan was recently injured in a fire accident at his school in Singapore. He had sustained injuries to his hands and legs and also developed breathing difficulties due to smoke inhalation. In his post, Chiranjeevi stated that Mark Shankar had been discharged from the hospital and had returned home. However, he added that the child still needs time to recover fully. Expressing gratitude, Chiranjeevi mentioned that with the blessings of their family deity, Anjaneya Swamy, they believe that Mark would soon return to complete health. He noted that the child’s survival felt like a divine intervention, especially as Hanuman Jayanti approached. “On this occasion, in Ayya villages and Ayya areas, everyone should support our family to pray for the recovery of Mark Shankar. Sending prayers and blessings to that child. On behalf of me, younger brother Kalyan Babu @pawankalyan and our family Yavanmandi, we thank you all,” the Vishwambhara …

Three members of a family, including minor, killed in fire accident

Three members of a family, including minor, killed in fire accident

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Three members of a family, including a four-year-old girl, died of asphyxiation after a fire broke out at Pasha Colony in Neknampur, Narsingi, on Friday evening. The blaze is believed to have been caused by a short circuit in the electric meter box on the ground floor of the G+2 building, which also houses a convenience store. Officials from the Fire Department confirmed that the victims, identified as Sijira Khatoon, 4, Jameela Khatoon, 65, and Sahana Khatoon, 30, succumbed while undergoing treatment. District Fire Officer (DFO) of Ranga Reddy, Shaik Khaja Karimulla, stated that 12 residents were rescued from the building. He said that the survivors conducted a headcount and promptly alerted officials about the missing family members. Firefighters used a ladder to break into their first-floor flat, where they were found unconscious. The three were carried out and rushed to Golconda Area Hospital but could not be saved. “The family was running ‘Osman Kirana Store’ on the ground floor and were residing on the first floor,” said the DFO. Preliminary investigations suggest that a …

Shivshahi bus catches fire on Pune-Mumbai expressway, no casualties | Pune News

Shivshahi bus catches fire on Pune-Mumbai expressway, no casualties | Pune News

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A Shivshahi luxury bus caught fire near the Talegaon toll post on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway on Sunday. No casualties were reported in the incident. The Shivshahi bus of the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) was taking passengers from Swargate depot in Pune city to Kalyan when the incident happened. There were 12 passengers in the bus. Around 8.15 am, the rear side of the bus caught fire. A person travelling in a private vehicle coming from behind saw the fire and informed the bus driver. The bus driver immediately stopped the bus and the passengers were evacuated. After receiving information, fire brigade teams of the IRB and Talegaon MIDC fire station reached the spot. “The fire was brought under control in a few minutes. However, the entire bus was damaged. Even though the passengers had stepped out, some of them had left their belongings inside the bus which were gutted,” said D P Dorugade, fire officer of Talegaon MIDC fire station.The reason behind fire was yet to ascertained and the fire officer said that …