News for 'Death toll'

Death toll in Maha reaches 696

Death toll in Maha reaches 696

Rediff.com29 Jul 2005

Death toll in Maha reaches 696

North India shivers; death toll 32

North India shivers; death toll 32

Rediff.com17 Dec 2005

North India shivers; death toll 32

Maharashtra monsoon mayhem: Death toll rises to 192

Maharashtra monsoon mayhem: Death toll rises to 192

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

As many as 48 persons were injured in these incidents and 25 still missing, while so far, 2,29,074 persons have been evacuated from the flood and rain-affected affected areas and moved to safer places, the government said in a statement in Mumbai.

Death toll in Kashmir clashes rises to 49; curfew continues

Death toll in Kashmir clashes rises to 49; curfew continues

Rediff.com31 Jul 2016

Mobile Internet services continued to remain snapped in the Valley.

The Secret Agent Review: Gripping Political Thriller

The Secret Agent Review: Gripping Political Thriller

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Though it revisits a terrifying period of Brazilian history, The Secret Agent just skims over the surface of the darkness, not losing its pace, colour, music and a sense of optimism, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Glory: When Pulkit-Divyenndu's Event Turned Into a Fight

Glory: When Pulkit-Divyenndu's Event Turned Into a Fight

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Set in Haryana, Glory is described as 'high-stakes whodunnit' rooted in the boxing world.

Encephalitis death toll mounts to 131 in Bihar

Encephalitis death toll mounts to 131 in Bihar

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

A total of 111 deaths have been reported from government-run SKMCH and 20 in Kejriwal hospital.

Mundka fire: 29 still missing; death toll likely to rise

Mundka fire: 29 still missing; death toll likely to rise

Rediff.com14 May 2022

The fire department said the four-storey building, which did not have a fire safety certificate, had a single entry and exit point.

Tamil Nadu: Death toll mounts to 184, more rains expected

Tamil Nadu: Death toll mounts to 184, more rains expected

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

A new low pressure over south east Bay of Bengal was expected to bring more rains to Tamil Nadu, where the death toll rose to 184.

Swine flu death toll touches 2,123; nearly 35,000 affected

Swine flu death toll touches 2,123; nearly 35,000 affected

Rediff.com5 Apr 2015

Swine flu has claimed the lives of 15 more persons in the last two days as the death toll climbed to 2,123 while the number of affected persons in the country inched towards the 35,000 mark.

COVID-19 death toll rises to 392; cases climb to 11,933

COVID-19 death toll rises to 392; cases climb to 11,933

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

According to the ministry, Maharashtra is the worst-affected state with 2,687 cases of which 259 patients have recovered/discharged while 178 patients have lost their lives due to the virus.

Death toll from Tianjin explosions climbs to 104

Death toll from Tianjin explosions climbs to 104

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

The death toll in twin explosions in this Chinese port city of Tianjin on Saturday rose to 85 amid protests from frustrated relatives of the missing fire fighters demanding answers on their loved ones' fates as specialised anti-chemical warfare soldiers recovered one survivor.

Mass Stray Dog Poisoning Allegedly Claims 100 Lives in Telangana Village

Mass Stray Dog Poisoning Allegedly Claims 100 Lives in Telangana Village

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Nearly 100 stray dogs were allegedly poisoned to death in Mancherial district, Telangana, prompting a police investigation and raising concerns about animal cruelty.

Death toll in Gaza soars to 188; ceasefire likely with US pressure

Death toll in Gaza soars to 188; ceasefire likely with US pressure

Rediff.com16 May 2021

The death toll in Palestine due to Israeli airstrikes has reached 188 as the conflict entered its seventh day on Sunday.

India urges citizens to leave Iran amid rising tensions

India urges citizens to leave Iran amid rising tensions

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

India has strongly advised its nationals to avoid travelling to Iran due to the deteriorating security situation and widespread anti-government protests.

Death toll in Bengal due to Cyclone Amphan rises to 80

Death toll in Bengal due to Cyclone Amphan rises to 80

Rediff.com23 May 2020

Lakhs of people were rendered homeless as cyclone Amphan cut a path of destruction through half a dozen districts of West Bengal, including state capital Kolkata, Wednesday night, blowing away shanties, uprooting thousands of trees besides swamping low-lying areas.

Indore water crisis: Commissioner shunted out, 2 officials suspended

Indore water crisis: Commissioner shunted out, 2 officials suspended

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Following the deaths of at least four people due to water contamination in Indore's Bhagirathpura area, the Madhya Pradesh government has taken action, including removing the municipal commissioner and suspending senior officials. The government has also submitted a status report to the High Court and is implementing measures to control the outbreak and provide assistance to affected families.

Massive fleet heading towards Iran, warns Trump

Massive fleet heading towards Iran, warns Trump

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

United States President Donald Trump has said that Iran is under close watch and a 'massive fleet' is heading towards the Gulf region.

Pakistan flood death toll crosses 1,000-mark; countries step in with aid

Pakistan flood death toll crosses 1,000-mark; countries step in with aid

Rediff.com28 Aug 2022

Floods triggered by the torrential rain since June 14 have wreaked havoc, inundating a vast swathe of flat land in the south and southwest of the country.

Elephant-train collision: Injured calf dies, toll rises to 8

Elephant-train collision: Injured calf dies, toll rises to 8

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

"The calf, the only tusker which had survived the accident, died this morning while undergoing treatment at the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation (CWRC) in Kaziranga," Nagaon Division's Forest Ranger Shamim Akhtar told PTI.

Coronavirus declared global health emergency as death toll rises to 213

Coronavirus declared global health emergency as death toll rises to 213

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Hubei province, the epicentre of the outbreak, reported 5,806 confirmed cases, including 204 deaths, official media reported.

Fatal Accident on Delhi's ITO Flyover Claims One Life

Fatal Accident on Delhi's ITO Flyover Claims One Life

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A 20-year-old man died and two others were injured after their scooter was allegedly hit by a truck on the ITO flyover in Delhi. Police are investigating the incident and have identified the offending vehicle.

Downed US pilot hid in mountain crevice, hiked 7,000 feet to evade Iranians for 48 hours

Downed US pilot hid in mountain crevice, hiked 7,000 feet to evade Iranians for 48 hours

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

A US Air Force officer was rescued from deep inside Iran after his jet was shot down, following a two-day mission involving US Special Operations forces. The officer evaded Iranian forces for over 24 hours, hiding in a mountain crevice and hiking to high altitudes before being rescued.

Israel downs Hamas drone, death toll touches 177

Israel downs Hamas drone, death toll touches 177

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

Israel on Monday unleashed more airstrikes on Gaza and shot down a drone used for the first time by Hamas militants even as international pressure mounted on both to end the week-long conflict that has killed 177 Palestinians.

A year after Pahalgam attack, families still await closure

A year after Pahalgam attack, families still await closure

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Families of victims of the Pahalgam terror attack mark the first anniversary, recounting the horror and seeking justice and support for those affected.

China coronavirus death toll rises to 9 with 440 infected

China coronavirus death toll rises to 9 with 440 infected

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Several countries started screening travellers coming from China, especially from Wuhan to detect symptoms like fever.

Death toll in Bihar floods rise to 72, 73.44 lakh people hit

Death toll in Bihar floods rise to 72, 73.44 lakh people hit

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Araria accounted for 20 flood deaths, followed by Sitamarhi (11), West Champaran (9), Kisanganj (8), Madhubani and Purnea (5 each), Madhepura and Darbhanga (4 each), East Champaran (3), Sheohar (2) and Supual (1), said Anirudh Kumar, special secretary in the state disaster management department.

Encephalitis death toll rises to 103 in Muzaffarpur

Encephalitis death toll rises to 103 in Muzaffarpur

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

The National Human Rights Commission sent notices to the Union health ministry and the Bihar government over reports of increasing number of deaths of children in Muzaffarpur.

Modi govt 'nearly signed death warrant' for Aravalli Hills: Sonia Gandhi

Modi govt 'nearly signed death warrant' for Aravalli Hills: Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Modi government's environmental policies, claiming they endanger the Aravalli hills and disregard environmental protection.

UP: Death toll touches 47, curfew eased in Muzaffarnagar

UP: Death toll touches 47, curfew eased in Muzaffarnagar

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

With the recovery of more bodies, the death toll in riot-hit Muzaffarnagar and adjoining areas touched 47 while the curfew was eased in the city for the fourth consecutive day.

UK updates India travel advisory after Delhi car blast

UK updates India travel advisory after Delhi car blast

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

The UK has updated its travel advisory for British nationals travelling to India following an explosion near the Red Fort Metro Station in Delhi. The advisory urges British nationals in Delhi to follow the advice of local authorities.

Death toll in Bhiwandi building collapse rises to 25

Death toll in Bhiwandi building collapse rises to 25

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

The number of those rescued has gone up to 25, with five more persons being pulled alive out from the debris since Monday night, police said. The dead include 11 children, aged between two to 15 years, an official said.

Death toll in London inferno hits 30, and is likely to climb to over 100

Death toll in London inferno hits 30, and is likely to climb to over 100

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

There are fears that bodies of those found in the Grenfell Tower won't be recognised ever.

Death toll in Nepal hits 4,000 amid hunt for survivors

Death toll in Nepal hits 4,000 amid hunt for survivors

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

The death toll from Nepal's earthquake has risen to over 3,700, two days after the devastating earthquake measuring 7.9 on the Richter Scale struck the Himalayan nation.

Assam flood death toll rises to 36; 10 lakh affected

Assam flood death toll rises to 36; 10 lakh affected

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

With the recovery of four more bodies today, the death toll mounted to 36 in Assam floods that affected about 10 lakh people in 13 districts and rendered majority of them homeless.

Death toll in landslide in Idukki rises to 43

Death toll in landslide in Idukki rises to 43

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

The picturesque landscape of Pettimudi was flattened into a rough patch of boulders and mud with parts of asbestos and tin sheets seen scattered around.

Death toll exceeds 7,000 as Nepal says no chance of more survivors

Death toll exceeds 7,000 as Nepal says no chance of more survivors

Rediff.com3 May 2015

The death toll in Nepal's devastating earthquake on Sunday jumped to 7,040 with another 14,123 people injured.

China's coronavirus death toll crosses 2300, WHO team to visit Wuhan

China's coronavirus death toll crosses 2300, WHO team to visit Wuhan

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

Besides controlling the spread of the virus, a major task of the WHO team along with their Chinese counterparts was to come up with a standard medicine to cure the disease.

UN helps India, Nepal after death toll in landslides rise

UN helps India, Nepal after death toll in landslides rise

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

The United Nations and its partners are supporting the governments of India and Nepal in search-and-rescue operations and providing assistance to thousands of people displaced due to landslides triggered by monsoonal rains in the two countries.

Rahul Gandhi dials Vijay, Stalin after Karur stampede

Rahul Gandhi dials Vijay, Stalin after Karur stampede

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi contacted Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin and TVK party president Vijay following the Karur stampede, expressing concern and offering condolences. The incident resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting investigations and compensation announcements.