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Wayanad Landslide Disaster: Over 100 Bodies Recovered, Rescue Operations Continue

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Wayanad Landslide Disaster: Over 100 Bodies Recovered, Rescue Operations Continue In a devastating series of landslides that struck Wayanad, Kerala, over 100 bodies have been recovered, with more casualties feared. Major General VT Mathew, General Officer Commanding, Karnataka and Kerala Sub Area, reported that more than 500 Army personnel are actively involved in the ongoing search and rescue operations. Details of the Incident Two major landslides occurred in the early hours of July 30 in Mundakkai and Churalmala, Wayanad, resulting in widespread destruction. According to the Kerala Revenue Department, 167 people have been confirmed dead. The landslides caused severe damage to infrastructure, including homes and roads, and have significantly disrupted rescue efforts. Rescue and Relief Efforts The Army, in collaboration with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and other agencies, is working to rescue survivors and recover bodies. A critical aspect of the operation involves con...

Train Accident Near Chakradharpur: Two Dead, Six Injured as Howrah-CSMT Express Derails

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Train Accident Near Chakradharpur: Two Dead, Six Injured as Howrah-CSMT Express Derails In a tragic incident early Tuesday morning, several coaches of the Howrah-CSMT Express derailed near Chakradharpur in Jharkhand, resulting in the deaths of two passengers and injuries to six others. The derailment occurred around 3:45 am between Rajkharswan West Outer and Barabamboo in the Chakradharpur division. Emergency response teams, including the Accident Relief Medical Equipment (ARME) and Additional Divisional Railway Managers (ADRM), quickly reached the scene to manage the situation. Immediate Response and Relief Efforts According to the Chakradharpur division's Public Relations Officer (PRO), five of the injured passengers sustained minor injuries and were treated on-site, while one passenger was hospitalized. Indian Railways has provided first aid to all injured individuals and has arranged additional trains and support for passengers affected by the derailment. Helpline numbers have ...

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to Visit Kanchenjunga Express Train Accident Site

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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to Visit Kanchenjunga Express Train Accident Site Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is en route to Darjeeling, West Bengal, following a tragic train collision that resulted in the deaths of at least five passengers and injured over 20 others. The Kanchenjunga Express was struck from behind by a goods train, causing two of its bogies to derail near Ruidhasa, close to the Rangapani station in the Katihar Railway Division. Incident Details The accident occurred around 8:45 am on Monday, as the Kanchenjunga Express, traveling from Agartala in Tripura to Sealdah in Kolkata, was hit from behind by a goods train. The collision took place ahead of New Jalpaiguri Junction, within the Siliguri subdivision of Darjeeling district. The impact caused significant damage, with visuals showing one of the bogies suspended in mid-air. Immediate Response Minister Vaishnaw is expected to arrive at Bagdogra airport, approximately 40 kilometers from the accident site, to ove...