Gujarat bridge collapse: Death toll climbs to 15, rescue operations continue
The death toll in the Gambhira bridge collapse incident in Gujarat’s Vadodara has climbed to 15 with the recovery of three more bodies, an official said on July 10.
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2 pilots killed as Indian Air Force Jaguar jet crashes in Rajasthan
“Indian Air Force deeply regrets the loss of lives and stands firmly with the bereaved families in this time of grief,” the statement read, adding that a court of inquiry had…
9 killed as bridge in India’s Gujarat collapses
Several vehicles, including a truck and several cars, plunged into the river following the bridge collapse on Wednesday, July 9, morning.
Malaysian authorities urged to barricade water hazards after tragedy which claimed family of six
Roads that run alongside bodies of water like rivers or ponds must be properly barricaded with guardrails to prevent tragedies. Such crash barriers can prevent tragedies like the…
Elderly men injured in bear attacks in Japan’s Tochigi
The company employee had visited the location alone to photograph animals. He heard a noise behind him and on turning around saw two bears, believed to be a parent that was about…
Death toll in Karachi building collapse stands at 27 as rescue operation ends on 3rd day
The exact cause of the collapse would be determined later, but an official suggested it was “because the building was dilapidated.".
Japanese university wrestler seriously injured after eating alleged cannabis cookies
The student-athlete jumped from the second floor of a dormitory in Kofu, suffering serious injuries including a fractured skull.
Six dead, dozens missing in ferry accident in Bali Strait
Just 24 minutes into its journey, the vessel sent a distress call to Ketapang port officials, reporting there was a leak in its engine room.
Four dead, 38 missing after ferry sinks near Bali, agency says
The boat was carrying 53 passengers and 12 crew members, as well as 22 vehicles, Indonesia's Search and Rescue agency said.
Another foreign tourist falls on Indonesia’s Mt. Rinjani amid growing safety concerns
Malaysian tourist's fall happened just days after a fatal accident involving a Brazilian tourist, who died after falling into a ravine near the same area.