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More than 150 people were hurt, with eight in serious condition, during a fireworks accident at a temple festival in Kasaragod, Kerala. The incident happened around 12:30 am during the annual Kaliyattam festival at the Anjootambalam Veerarkavu Temple.

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- **Over 150 injured** in a fireworks accident during a temple festival in Kerala's Kasaragod district.
- **Eight people seriously injured** with 80% burns, admitted to various hospitals.
- Incident occurred during the **Moolamkuzhi Chamundi Theyyam festival** around midnight.
- **Firecracker struck a building** storing explosives, causing a massive fire.
- **Temple officials detained**; fireworks display conducted without a permit.

Source: [Rt](https://www.rt.com/india/606658-dozens-injured-in-firecracker-accident/), [Ndtv](https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/over-150-injured-in-massive-cracker-accident-during-kerala-temple-festival-6897179), [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/huge-firecracker-explosion-rocks-kerala-temple-festival-video-101730170101904.html), [Zee News](https://zeenews.india.com/india/kerala-temple-fireworks-explosion-over-150-injured-during-temple-festival-watch-video-2813154.html)

Fireworks Mishap Injures Over 150 at Kerala Temple

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Four railway contract workers died after being hit by the Kerala Express in Palakkad, Kerala. The accident happened while they were cleaning up trash near the tracks. Investigations are ongoing to find out what caused the incident.

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Kerala Express Accident Claims Lives of Four Railway Workers

- Tragic landslides in Wayanad, Kerala, have claimed eight lives and left hundreds feared trapped. The disaster struck early Tuesday, affecting areas near Meppadi, Mundakkai Town, and Chooral Mala.
- Kerala's chief minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, confirmed that all government agencies are actively involved in rescue operations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured all possible help and expressed his condolences.
- Former Congress MP Rahul Gandhi expressed deep anguish and pledged to speak with Union ministers for additional assistance. He urged UDF workers to aid in rescue and relief efforts.
- The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority has deployed Fireforce and National Disaster Response Force teams to the affected areas. Additional teams, including the Kannur Defence Security Corps, are en route to assist.
- Heavy rainfall continues to hinder rescue operations. A second landslide near Chooral Mala School has exacerbated the situation, with local media reporting significant damage and many families stranded. 

 Source: Hindustan Times

Wayanad Landslides: 8 Killed, Hundreds Feared Trapped in Kerala District

Although currently there are no casualties, but the clip of someone jumping off the building to save themselves still haunts me. They are currently in critical condition and I hope they recover completely. 

It is starting to appear that rapid growth is becoming a duel edged sword. Yesterday's incident is a stark reminder that development and safety need to go hand in hand. 

What is the opinion of others on the platform. There have been other fire related incidents in other metro-cities as well.

[Thread] Extreme fire and ensuing destruction at Mudpipe, Hosur Road. Are we cutting corners on safety, in exchange of rampant development?

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At least 10 people were hurt when terrorists tossed a grenade into a busy Sunday market in Srinagar. This attack happened near the Tourist Reception Centre, just a day after security forces killed a commander from the Lashkar-e-Taiba group. Local officials condemned the violence and stressed the need for better security.

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Srinagar Market Attack: 10 Injured in Grenade Explosion

- **Explosion** at an illegal firecracker unit in Bareilly's Kalyanpur locality killed **six** and injured four.
- **Four policemen** suspended and local SHO removed for **negligence**.
- Main accused **Nasir Shah** arrested; he had a licence to sell, not manufacture, firecrackers.
- **Three houses** razed, several others damaged; **ten people** initially trapped.
- **Departmental inquiry** ordered against circle officer and chief fire officer.

Source: [The Times Of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/lucknow/tragic-bareilly-blast-6-dead-4-cops-suspended-in-firecracker-unit-incident/articleshow/113918285.cms), [Ndtv](https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/bareilly-firecracker-factory-blast-6-killed-main-accused-arrested-say-cops-6710626), [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/lucknow-news/bareilly-cracker-factory-blast-toll-up-to-6-main-accused-held-101727974902988.html)

Illegal Firecracker Factory Blast in Bareilly: 6 Dead

- The IAF Air Show at Marina Beach was attended by around 15 lakh people. 
- Five attendees died due to heatstroke, two were hospitalized, and about 100 were treated as outpatients. 
- Despite advice to bring umbrellas and water, many attendees were unprepared for the scorching sun. 
- The deceased include V. Karthikeyan, D. John, Srinivasan, Dinesh Kumar, and an unidentified individual. 
- The public transport systems failed, leaving thousands stranded for hours after the show.

Source: [The Hindu](https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/five-persons-die-after-iaf-air-show-on-the-marina/article68725179.ece)

Heatstroke Claims Five Lives at IAF Air Show

- **Several rounds** of bullets fired in North-East Delhi's Welcome area, injuring a 22-year-old woman named Ifra.
- Incident occurred at **4.42 pm** on Saturday; police found empty cartridges at the scene.
- **17 pieces of evidence** collected, including live cartridges and deformed metal pieces.
- Initial probe suggests a **financial dispute** between two jeans wholesalers.
- Police have increased presence and are questioning more individuals to prevent escalation.

Source: [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/delhi-woman-gets-caught-in-crossfire-as-two-gangs-battle-in-welcome-area-101729391932360.html), [The Times Of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/woman-injured-in-crossfire-during-gang-shooting-in-delhi-market/articleshow/114383348.cms)

Woman Injured in Delhi Market Shootout

- Three passengers killed and 33 injured as Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derails near Mankapur, UP.
- Incident occurred around 3 PM; 12 coaches, including AC coaches, derailed.
- Relief operations launched with local villagers' help; gas cutters used to rescue trapped passengers.
- UP CM Yogi Adityanath directs immediate medical aid; Railways announces ex-gratia relief.
- Train services on the section halted; special train arranged for stranded passengers. 

 Source: Deccan Herald, Hindu

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