Accident

A major fire aboard the Singapore-flagged container ship MV Wan Hai 503 off the Kerala coast has prompted an intense rescue and firefighting operation. Eighteen crew members have been rescued, while four remain missing. The presence of hazardous cargo is raising serious safety concerns as efforts continue.

At least five passengers are feared dead after falling from an overcrowded local train near Mumbai, between Diva and Mumbra stations. The incident, caused by severe overcrowding, has prompted Indian Railways to initiate safety upgrades, including automatic door closure systems for all suburban train rakes. An investigation is currently underway.

A celebration turned into tragedy as a stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory parade left 11 dead and over 25 seriously injured near Chinnaswamy Stadium. The chaos unfolded after massive crowds overwhelmed security, leading to a lathi charge that worsened the situation. The incident has sparked public outrage over alleged security lapses.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire incident at Gulzar House in Hyderabad, which claimed 17 lives. He announced ex gratia relief of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured. The fire, which broke out early Sunday morning, prompted a swift response from emergency services, but the blaze had already spread rapidly. Leaders across party lines, including K.T. Rama Rao and G. Kishan Reddy, extended condolences and assured support to the victims' families.

A massive fire near Hyderabad's Charminar claimed at least eight lives, including children, on Sunday. The blaze broke out at a building in Gulzar House, prompting a swift response from fire and rescue teams. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy expressed shock, as around 20 people were rushed to hospitals. This incident comes close on the heels of another major fire in Begum Bazar.