News for 'ACCIDENT'

Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda Dies At 35

Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda Dies At 35

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda, who sustained serious injuries in a road accident last month, has succumbed to his injuries.

CR seeks report on employees' flash strike after death of 2 commuters

CR seeks report on employees' flash strike after death of 2 commuters

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Central Railway authorities are investigating an employee agitation that disrupted train services and led to commuter deaths. Unions protested an FIR against engineers in a previous accident, while commuters demand accountability for the disruption and resulting chaos.

Why India, Australia players are donning black armbands

Why India, Australia players are donning black armbands

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

After the incident, Austin was put on ventilator but he succumbed to his injury, which revoked the memories of Australian cricketer Phil Hughes' tragic death in 2014.

'The train shook violently and crashed into something'

'The train shook violently and crashed into something'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Moments before the collision, Sanjeev Vishwakarma (35), a passenger of Gevra Road-Bilaspur train, was scrolling through his phone, while some passengers were busy chatting, and some were dozing off, unaware that within seconds, their journey would turn into a nightmare.

Zubeen death: SIT likely to submit chargesheet on Dec 8

Zubeen death: SIT likely to submit chargesheet on Dec 8

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the Zubeen Garg death case would likely be submitting the chargesheet before the court by December 8.

15 killed as landslide hits bus in Himachal, several trapped

15 killed as landslide hits bus in Himachal, several trapped

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

A massive landslide struck a private bus in Himachal Pradesh's Bilaspur district, killing at least 15 passengers. Rescue operations are underway.

No dirty business or manipulation in AI171 crash probe: Minister

No dirty business or manipulation in AI171 crash probe: Minister

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu assures a clean investigation into the Air India plane crash, dismissing concerns of manipulation. The statement follows calls for a judicial probe and criticism of selective leaks from the preliminary report.

Kurnool bus fire: Drivers booked for negligence

Kurnool bus fire: Drivers booked for negligence

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

A case of negligence and overspeed has been registered against two drivers in connection with the fatal bus fire that killed 20 people in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.

Will Gaikwad bat at No 4 for India in SA ODI series?

Will Gaikwad bat at No 4 for India in SA ODI series?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Grind pays off for Ruturaj Gaikwad, now upto him and luck to prove his 50-over mettle.

MP struggles to dispose of 900 tonne of Bhopal toxic ash after HC order

MP struggles to dispose of 900 tonne of Bhopal toxic ash after HC order

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Nearly 900 tonnes of ash generated from the incineration of toxic waste linked to the Bhopal gas tragedy remains undispensed after the Madhya Pradesh High Court directed the state government to find an alternative disposal site.

Porsche racing BMW crashes on Mumbai highway, driver injured

Porsche racing BMW crashes on Mumbai highway, driver injured

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The driver of the car sustained serious injuries in the accident while no casualties have been reported yet.

This Blind Army Officer Is An Inspiration For India

This Blind Army Officer Is An Inspiration For India

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Lieutenant Colonel C Dwarakesh is the only completely blind officer to continue in the Indian Army after losing his eyesight while in service. In his remarkable journey after disability, he enhanced his education qualification, scaled the Siachen Glacier and found purpose in sport.

It's never easy to come back after injury: Rishabh Pant

It's never easy to come back after injury: Rishabh Pant

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

India vice-captain Rishabh Pant is understandably delighted to have made a difficult comeback from the latest injury setback.

Inter goalkeeper hits and kills man in wheelchair

Inter goalkeeper hits and kills man in wheelchair

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Man dies after being hit by car driven by Inter goalkeeper Martinez

Post surgery, Manasi Joshi Sets Sights on World Championships

Post surgery, Manasi Joshi Sets Sights on World Championships

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

'In general, I needed a short break from sports because I had worked extremely hard for the Paralympics. I was happy with my performance, but not winning a medal left me a little disappointed. I channelled my energy into other things... overall, the past year has been wonderful in its own way.'

Rajasthan: 15 die as tempo traveller rams into stationary truck

Rajasthan: 15 die as tempo traveller rams into stationary truck

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

At least 15 people died and two others were injured when a tempo traveller carrying devotees rammed into a stationary trailer truck in Rajasthan's Phalodi on Sunday, police said.

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'A bus driver should possess a comprehensive road plan: Toll plazas, major hospitals, road conditions, repairs, diversions, and dangerous areas.' 'Only through such preparation can we save lives.' 'Otherwise, simply sitting in the driver's seat and pressing the accelerator -- anyone can do that.'

Why Ronaldo didn't attend Diogo Jota's funeral

Why Ronaldo didn't attend Diogo Jota's funeral

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

While several teammates, including Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva and Ruben Neves, were among the mourners, Ronaldo was conspicuous by his absence.

Two killed, 3 hurt as local train hit them amid flash strike in Mumbai

Two killed, 3 hurt as local train hit them amid flash strike in Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Two people died and three were injured after being hit by a suburban train near Sandhurst Road railway station in Mumbai. The incident occurred shortly after train services were disrupted due to a strike over an FIR against engineers in connection with a previous accident.

A Heart Surgeon's Stunning Wildlife Photographs

A Heart Surgeon's Stunning Wildlife Photographs

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

'Conservation is is fundamental to the resilience of our communities and the health of our planet,' says Dr Ramakant Panda, who is considered to be one the world's top heart surgeons.

AI crash: Pilot's father rejects suicide, mental health claims

AI crash: Pilot's father rejects suicide, mental health claims

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'It is most pertinent to note that in over 25 years of flying, Captain Sabharwal had not had a single incident or accident-causing fatalities or otherwise'

Air India expects to induct 26 new planes in 2026: CEO Campbell Wilson

Air India expects to induct 26 new planes in 2026: CEO Campbell Wilson

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Air India Group expects to induct 26 wide-body and narrow-body planes, and operate 81 per cent of its international flights with upgraded aircraft by the end of 2026, while overall capacity will remain almost unchanged next year.

Excessive lighting may have triggered Nowgam blast, says probe

Excessive lighting may have triggered Nowgam blast, says probe

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Preliminary investigations into the accidental explosion that ripped through the Nowgam police station late Friday night, killing nine people, suggest that the use of excessive lighting by the forensic team may have triggered the massive blast, officials said Sunday.

Clean Chit for Air India, Says CEO Wilson

Clean Chit for Air India, Says CEO Wilson

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'We're always looking at how we can keep improving, keep getting better, and keep learning.'

2 BLOs 'succumb to SIR work pressure' in MP; 1 found dead in WB

2 BLOs 'succumb to SIR work pressure' in MP; 1 found dead in WB

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Two teachers-cum-Booth Level Officers (BLOs) in Madhya Pradesh died of illness while conducting voter list surveys. Relatives allege heavy workload and pressure to meet targets as the cause. A third BLO is missing.

J-K police station blast 'accidental', no sabotage: Top cop

J-K police station blast 'accidental', no sabotage: Top cop

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs also said the cause of the incident is being investigated and any other speculation into the cause of the blast was unnecessary.

From sister Jongki to Zubeen, successive tragedies haunt Borthakur family

From sister Jongki to Zubeen, successive tragedies haunt Borthakur family

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

It was 23 years ago that the family had lost one of its daughters, Jongki, on a cold January winter, when her vehicle met with an accident while going to perform at a function.

Actress Kamini Kaushal Dies At 98

Actress Kamini Kaushal Dies At 98

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Kamini Kaushal, who began her career with the 1946 classic Neecha Nagar and went on to act in a host of films right till 2022, passed away in her Mumbai home on Thursday night.

Bengaluru hit-and-run: 'Kannada actress drove the car'

Bengaluru hit-and-run: 'Kannada actress drove the car'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Kannada actress Divya Suresh is under investigation for allegedly being involved in a hit-and-run incident that injured three people in Bengaluru. The incident occurred on October 4, and police investigation revealed that the car involved belonged to the actress.

How New Labour Code Will Change The Workplace

How New Labour Code Will Change The Workplace

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

From appointment letters becoming mandatory to gig workers receiving social security to enhanced rights for women and contract labour, the changes reflect India's attempt to balance ease of doing business with stronger worker welfare.

'Indian Youth Can Expect Career Growth In Russia'

'Indian Youth Can Expect Career Growth In Russia'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

'Don't look at Russia only as a place to earn quickly and then leave.' 'Try to build experience in serious companies, skills and certifications that will serve you anywhere in the world.'

Bilaspur train crash: Railways alleges signal breach

Bilaspur train crash: Railways alleges signal breach

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Hours after a local passenger train collided with a goods train near Bilaspur station in Chhattisgarh claiming six lives, the Railway Board on Tuesday said the accident took place as the passenger train seems to have overshot a red signal.

Byju's Alpha alleges $533 million was routed back to founder in new court filing

Byju's Alpha alleges $533 million was routed back to founder in new court filing

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Debtor alleges evidence from OCI Ltd shows funds were "round-tripped" to Byju Raveendran despite his earlier sworn statements -- claims Byju's founders strongly reject.

Zubeen Garg murdered in Singapore, claims Assam CM

Zubeen Garg murdered in Singapore, claims Assam CM

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

The CM He, however, did not share further details about the case or the kind of evidence that establishes the death as murder.

Bilaspur crash: 'Crew failed to control passenger train'

Bilaspur crash: 'Crew failed to control passenger train'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

A preliminary investigation into the train collision in Chhattisgarh, India, has found that the crew of the passenger train failed to control the train at a red signal, leading to the crash with a stationary freight train.

10 killed as tractor-trolley carrying Durga idols plunges into MP lake

10 killed as tractor-trolley carrying Durga idols plunges into MP lake

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Ten devotees, including three minors, died after a tractor-trolley carrying Durga idols for immersion plunged into a lake in Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh. Rescue operations are underway.

Delhi BMW crash: Accused woman gets bail

Delhi BMW crash: Accused woman gets bail

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

A court in New Delhi on Saturday granted bail to Gaganpreet Kaur, the key accused in the BMW incident, saying the accident's CCTV footage showed the allegation of culpable homicide was on a 'fragile foundation'.

5500-strong pilots group seeks judicial probe into AI plane crash

5500-strong pilots group seeks judicial probe into AI plane crash

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has urged the government to order a judicial probe into the Air India Dreamliner crash that killed 260 people, alleging that the ongoing investigation is "compromised" and should be halted.

'How many more people should die?': Oppn demands Shah's resignation

'How many more people should die?': Oppn demands Shah's resignation

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge criticizes Home Minister Amit Shah, calling him 'incompetent' and demanding his resignation following a deadly blast in Delhi, citing intelligence failure and lack of accountability.

'Kerala Has Done Very Well In Eradicating Poverty'

'Kerala Has Done Very Well In Eradicating Poverty'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

'Poverty eradication is a continuous process. There is no full stop to it.'