KUWAIT FIRE NEWS
UP CM Yogi Adityanath offers financial assistance to kin of victims of Kuwait fire tragedy, Reasi terror attack
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended financial aid to families of two Gorakhpur workers who died in a Kuwait fire and to pilgrims injured in a terrorist attack in Jammu's Reasi. He facilitated the return of their bodies and offered condolences, presenting Rs 5 lakh each to the bereaved families and Rs 1 lakh each to the injured.
Kuwait fire tragedy: Gorakhpur mourns death of Angad, Jayaram
Kuwait fire tragedy: Emotionally devastated Rita Gupta, holding her husband Angad's photo, awaits his body in Gorakhpur following his death in the Kuwait fire. Angad and Jayaram Gupta, residents of Gorakhpur, were among 45 Indian victims. Families seek government support as they mourn the loss and face financial uncertainties.
Kuwait fire: Indian migrants' final journey home
An uneasy silence enveloped the import cargo terminal at Cochin International Airport on Friday morning as preparations were made to receive the bodies of 31 Indians who died in a building fire in Kuwait. Ambulances were ready to transport the victims' bodies—23 from Kerala, seven from Tamil Nadu, and one from Karnataka—to their homes. The special flight was expected to arrive around 10:30 am, according to Deputy Inspector General Putta Vimaladitya. India had dispatched a military aircraft to Kuwait to retrieve the remains of over 40 Indians killed in the fire.
Kuwait fire tragedy: Punjab man who died was sole breadwinner of his family
Himat Rai, a Hoshiarpur native, was tragically killed in a fire in Mangaf, Kuwait. He was the sole provider for his family, leaving them in shock. The fire claimed 49 lives, mostly Indians, in the Al-Mangaf building on June 12.
Kuwait fire: IAF's C-130J Super Hercules on stand-by at Hindan airbase for bringing back bodies of Indians
Kuwaiti authorities are conducting DNA tests on over 40 Indian victims of a deadly fire in the Mangaf area. An Indian Air Force aircraft is ready to repatriate the bodies. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh is in Kuwait to assist the injured and expedite the return of remains. The fire claimed 49 lives, including 42 Indians. Singh met with Kuwait's foreign minister, who promised full support, including medical care and a thorough investigation.
Kuwait fire tragedy leaves Kerala and Tamil Nadu grieving
According to this list, there were also three victims from Andhra Pradesh and one from Karnataka. Earlier, an official from the Department of Non-Resident Keralites' Affairs (NORKA) unofficially said that, according to information provided by its help desk in Kuwait, 24 Malayalees had died in the fire. Of these, 22 have been identified, he said, and added that 12 others from the state were seriously injured.
Kerala man makes daring escape from Kuwait fire tragedy
Following a tragic fire in Kuwait where 40 Indians perished, a man from Kerala, Nalinakshan, showed bravery by jumping onto a water tank to escape the flames, sustaining injuries but surviving. Relatives rushed him to a hospital for treatment, with his uncle expressing relief that he is receiving care. The fire claimed the lives of 49 foreign workers, including around 40 Indians, and injured 50 others.
Kuwait fire tragedy: Father identifies son's body through tattoo on hand
Pradeep, father of Srihari, identified his son's remains by a tattoo on his hand after a fire in Kuwait killed 49, mostly Indians. Srihari had just returned to Kuwait from Kerala and both the father and son worked for the same company. Efforts are being made to bring his body back to Kerala.
Kuwait Fire: PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for victim's families, Indian Embassy extends support
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the death of at least 40 Indian nationals in a devastating fire in a building in the southern Mangaf district of Kuwait. He assured that the Indian Embassy in Kuwait is closely monitoring the situation and working with Kuwaiti authorities to assist those adversely affected.
Kuwait fire: Kerala govt to provide Rs 5 lakh assistance to kin of those from state who died
The Kerala government announced a Rs 5 lakh financial aid to the families of the 19 individuals from the state who lost their lives in the Kuwait fire tragedy, where 49 people perished and 50 sustained injuries. Additionally, Rs one lakh assistance will be given to the injured. Health Minister Veena George will be dispatched to Kuwait to oversee treatment for the injured and repatriation of the deceased.
India's mission in touch with Kuwaiti authorities to provide relief to its citizens affected in Mangaf fire
India's mission in Kuwait is investigating the tragic fire incident in Mangaf, Kuwait, which killed 49 foreign workers, including around 40 Indians, and injured 50. The fire started in a building housing migrant workers in Mangaf.
Kuwait fire tragedy: Many bodies have been charred beyond recognition, says MOS Kirti Vardhan Singh
Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, is en route to Kuwait to oversee assistance for Indians affected by a devastating fire. He mentioned that some bodies have been charred beyond recognition. "The rest of the situation will be clear once we reach there," Vardhan stated before departing for Kuwait. The Minister revealed that a DNA test is being conducted to identify the victims, most of whom are burn victims.
Many Keralites lost lives in Kuwait fire incident, 30-year-old Shameer among them
Around 40 Indians are understood to have died and over 50 are injured in a tragic fire incident at a labour housing facility in the Mangaf area of Kuwait on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs said, adding the injured are being treated in five government hospitals in Kuwait.
Kuwait fire: Shashi Tharoor demands bill to ensure decent work conditions for Indian migrant workers
In the wake of the Kuwait fire tragedy, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday called on the government to draft a bill in consultation with all the stakeholders to ensure decent conditions of work and security for the Indian migrant workers.
Kuwait fire: Massive accident in Mangaf leaves 49 dead, including several Indians; Embassy issues emergency numbers
Kuwait Fire: A major fire in Kuwait's Mangaf area killed 49 workers, many of whom were Indians, including five Keralites. The blaze began in a kitchen of a six-storey building housing 160 workers. The Indian Embassy set up an emergency helpline, while External Affairs Minister Jaishankar expressed shock. Kuwait's Interior Minister ordered the arrest of the building owner and others
Kuwait fire: Deeply shocked, says EAM S Jaishankar over death of 40 people
According to media reports, a majority of the victims are Indians. The Indian Ambassador to Kuwait is at the camp that caught on fire. "We are awaiting further information. Deepest condolences to the families of those who tragically lost their lives. Wish early and full recovery to those who have been injured," the External Affairs Minister said.
Golden decade of airlines is coming, I see a lot of profitability for next 10 years: Akasa Air CEO
“Before the end of the year, now there may be 75 days left, we will be placing a three-digit aircraft order and we have got the cash on hand to place a three-digit aircraft order. So, absolutely, we should be able to see through 2032 here very shortly with the existing set of financials that we have.”
Economy firing on all cylinders; energy and growth are intrinsically integrated: Hardeep Singh Puri
The fact that you have 77000 pumps in the country and the fact that what 60 million people go to the petrol bunk every day to fill up their two wheelers, three wheelers and cars that is not going to change.
Prophet comment row: Curfew imposed in Ranchi's violence-hit areas after protests turn violent
According to police officials, the protest have been continuing since morning and picked up tempo post-Friday prayers. Many shops and establishments kept their shutters down in protest against the remarks.
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