PAKISTAN TRAIN ACCIDENT DEATH NEWS
Going to work or college is like going to war in Mumbai local: Bombay HC expresses shame over 'cattle-class' situation
The Bombay High Court criticized Mumbai's railway conditions, emphasizing the Railways' responsibility for passenger safety amid high fatalities from train falls and track crossings. Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya expressed shame over the situation, demanding accountability from officials. The court's scrutiny followed a PIL highlighting inadequate infrastructure and urged urgent measures to address the alarming death toll on Mumbai's suburban trains.
Up to Rs 10 lakh relief in train accident: How a 45 paisa IRCTC travel insurance can be a huge help for your family in case of death or disability
IRCTC travel insurance: Do you know that IRCTC offers an optional travel insurance policy at just 45 paisa premium per passenger. This policy offers coverage up to Rs 10 lakh in cases of death and permanent disability. God forbid if you perish in a train accident, atleast your family will get the required financial assistance.
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: No one knows what is happening in the railways these days, says Mamata Banerjee
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the central government following a train accident involving the Kanchanjunga Express, stating that the current state of affairs in the railways is unclear. She highlighted her tenure as Railways Minister, mentioning her implementation of anti-collision devices that significantly reduced train accidents. Banerjee expressed concerns over issues within the Railways Ministry, including the discontinuation of a separate Railways budget and perceived lack of importance given to the department.
Goods train's collision with Kanchanjunga Express near Bengal's New Jalpaiguri claims at least 15 lives
Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident: The Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express collided with a goods train near New Jalpaiguri, claiming at least 15 lives and injuring several passengers. The divisional railway manager of NFR's Katihar Division confirmed the incident, as reported by PTI. Police officials and Sealdah Eastern Railway have responded by setting up a control desk at Rangapani station.
Iranian Embassy in New Delhi lowers its flag to half-mast after death of President Raisi in chopper crash
The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi has lowered its flag to half-mast following the tragic deaths of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, and other officials in a helicopter crash. The crash occurred in bad weather conditions in East Azarbaijan Province as the President was returning from a visit to Azerbaijan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed condolences, highlighting Raisi's contributions to the India-Iran relationship. World leaders also offered condolences, with former Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif Khansari expressing grief over the loss of his successor and President Raisi.
World leaders extend condolences over death of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi
World leaders expressed condolences for Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and other officials who died in a helicopter crash. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared a day of mourning, while UAE's President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Qatar's Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani offered sympathy. Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif Khansari and Iraqi PM Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani also extended solidarity. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro hailed Raisi as a friend of Venezuela.
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Iran's Cabinet holds emergency meeting after president's death
President Ebrahim Raisi dies in a helicopter crash in Iran's East Azerbaijan province, leading to condolences from Pakistan and Iraq. Houthi leader mourns, highlighting Iran's support in Yemen conflict against Saudi-led coalition. The crash may have implications on Middle East tensions.
20 killed in bus accident in Pakistan
The driver lost control of the vehicle which then overturned and landed near the banks of the Indus River which runs along the highway, the official said. There were 43 passengers aboard the bus when the accident took place, the official said.
Jharkhand: 2 dead after train runs over them at railway station in Jamtara
In a major accident, a train ran over some people at Kala Jharia railway station in Jamtara of Jharkhand. "Two persons walking on the track were run over by the train at least 2 km away from train no. 12254 passing from Vidyasagar Kasitar. There is no incident of fire. The deceased are not passengers. A 3-member JAG committee has been formed to enquire about the issue," Kaushik Mitra, CPRO of Eastern Railway said.
Delhi Metro: Single mother of two dies after saree gets stuck in train door and dragged along platform
In a tragic incident, a single mother of two, Reena, passed away at Safdarjung Hospital after her clothing got entangled in the doors of a Delhi Metro train at Inderlok Metro station on December 14th. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) announced an inquiry into the incident. CCTV footage suggests her saree got stuck, leading to her being dragged and falling onto the tracks.
Andhra Pradesh train accident: Kharge takes jibe at Centre, says claims of safety evaporated in thin air
In a post on X, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said, "Extremely saddened to learn about the train derailment tragedy in Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, where precious lives have been lost and several people have suffered injuries."
Congress condoles loss of lives in Bihar's train accident
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge expressed his condolences for the victims of the train accident in Bihar's Buxar and called for accountability from the Railway Ministry and the Central government. He urged Congress workers to assist the affected families and demanded that the government take responsibility for the incident.
At least 28 killed after train derails in southern Pakistan
Accidents and derailments occur frequently on the country's antiquated railway system, which has nearly 7,500 kilometres (4,600 miles) of track and carries more than 80 million passengers a year.
Odisha Train Accident: EPFO relaxes norms for EDLI, pension claim, suggests alternatives to death certificate
The competent authority has decided to relax the necessity of a death certificate for EDLI and pension claims relating to deceased members who lost their lives in the train accident in Odisha in order to lessen hardship for family members.
Odisha train crash: Senior engineer's sudden dissenting note raises eyebrows
The officer, based on a ‘datalogger’ report, has claimed that the signal was green for Coromandel Express "to take the main line and not the loop line".
Odisha rail accident: CBI team reaches site, investigation on
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw had said on Sunday, "The way this accident happened, looking at the conditions, and according to the administrative information, the Railway Board is recommending the probe to the CBI."
LIC death claim settlement: LIC announces relaxations for victims of Odisha train accident
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has declared relaxations for the Balasore railway catastrophe victims and will expedite claim settlements to reduce financial hardship for claimants.
Odisha accident: Mangled heap of coaches, bodies lying all around create a grotesque sight at crash site
Officials said 200 ambulances, besides a large fleet of state transport buses, and mobile health units from various districts have been pressed into service here besides 1,200 disaster relief personnel and firemen. Cranes and bulldozers have been brought in to raise a coach which has been buried by the impact of another wagon falling on it.
'Loud thud... everything went in all directions': Train accident survivors recount tales of horror
The train, which was running a little over three hours late from its schedule, was moving towards its next stop Balasore, some 20 km away, when the accident took place around 7 pm on Friday.
What are the world's most tragic rail accidents of the last decade?
At least 233 people died and over 900 others were injured when 17 coaches of the Coromandel Express and SMVT-Howrah Super Fast Express derailed in Odisha's Balasore district on Friday. It is one of the deadliest railway accidents in India in the last 15 years. There were other tragic railway accidents around the world in the last decade, including the Greek collision in 2023 that claimed 57 lives, the Pakistan farmlands accident in 2021 that killed around 63 people and Taiwan tragedy in 2021, which left 49 people dead and 200 injured.
1981 Bihar to 2023 Balasore train accident in Odisha, here are India's deadliest rail accidents
India has witnessed several tragic train accidents throughout the years, including the country's deadliest in 1981, which killed at least 800 people, and the most recent Indore-Patna Express derailment in 2016 that claimed nearly 150 lives. The accidents were caused by various factors, including signalling errors and tracks washed away by floods.
Most of 700 Andhra Pradesh passengers unhurt from Odisha train tragedy, 1 dead: Minister
According to the minister, 480 persons from the state were travelling on Coromandel Express and 211 were on the other train, with 107 of them embarking at Tirupati.
Odisha Train Accident: What really happened with the Coromandel Express
The Odisha train accident saw the Coromandel Shalimar Express derail and hit a goods train, with the Yesvantpur-Howrah Superfast train subsequently colliding with the derailed coaches. Witnesses report that more than 200-250 people died in the accident. The Railways have ordered a probe amid questions on possible operational failure.
Odisha train tragedy: World leaders extend support to India, condole loss of lives
The accident, involving three trains, is one of the worst in the country and took place in Odisha's Balasore district on Friday night.
Odisha train accident: PM Modi says those found guilty will be punished stringently
Modi spoke to the press after inspecting the site of one of the country's worst train disasters at Bahanaga in Odisha's Balasore district and meeting victims at Balasore Hospital.
Odisha triple train crash: Death toll climbs to 288, around 900 injured; PM Modi reaches accident site
Odisha triple train accident happened near the Bahanaga Baazar station in Balasore district, about 250 km south of Kolkata and 170 km north of Bhubaneswar, around 7 pm on Friday, killing at least 288 people and prompting the Railway Ministry to order a probe.
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