News for 'train fire'

Joint suicide, not sabotage, behind train fire

Joint suicide, not sabotage, behind train fire

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Railway authorities are still puzzled about the cause of the fire that had broken out in bogie number 99480 of the Falanuma passenger train at Gulbarga station on October 15. While they have ruled out sabotage as a likely reason, they are now probing the possibility of the fire being caused by a man and his girl friend who tried to immolate themselves.

Sabotage caused Bagmati Express train accident, finds probe

Sabotage caused Bagmati Express train accident, finds probe

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

The Commissioner of Railway Safety has determined that the Mysuru-Darbhanga Bagmati Express accident was caused by sabotage, prompting increased security measures and investigations.

'I Want To Play For India In White-Ball Cricket': Sarfaraz's Big Goal

'I Want To Play For India In White-Ball Cricket': Sarfaraz's Big Goal

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Sarfaraz Khan has expanded his horizon as he now aims to play white-ball cricket for India.

Golden Globes 2026: Jessie, Rose, Wagner, Timothee Win

Golden Globes 2026: Jessie, Rose, Wagner, Timothee Win

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Here's a quick look at all the winners of the 83rd edition of the Golden Globes.

'Ring of fire': Why taking high catches is tough in Dubai

'Ring of fire': Why taking high catches is tough in Dubai

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'One of the challenges we encounter in Dubai Stadium is the lights are slightly different.'

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

Abhishek-Gill bond blooms into India's Fire & Ice act

Abhishek-Gill bond blooms into India's Fire & Ice act

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'It's really important to be very good friends off the field. When you open together, that bond matters. Sometimes you don't have to say anything in the middle.'

Mumbai civic poll: Phase-wise counting may delay result declaration

Mumbai civic poll: Phase-wise counting may delay result declaration

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Phase-wise counting of votes in Mumbai civic polls, instead of simultaneously across all 227 electoral wards as done in 2017, could delay the declaration of results when the enumeration process begins on Friday morning, civic officials said on Thursday.

The Train Action That Inspired Bhagat Singh

The Train Action That Inspired Bhagat Singh

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

One hundred years ago, a group of 10 revolutionaries carried out an operation that shook the British Empire. Utkarsh Mishra revisits the 'Kakori Conspiracy Case', a turning point in the armed struggle for independence.

Accident at bullet train construction site disrupts trains

Accident at bullet train construction site disrupts trains

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

A segmental launching gantry used for construction at a bullet train project site near Ahmedabad accidentally skid from its position and affected the adjoining railway line, disrupting the movement of several trains, officials said on Monday.

Kerala: 'Sky-dining' goes wrong, tourists rescued from 150 ft

Kerala: 'Sky-dining' goes wrong, tourists rescued from 150 ft

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Four tourists, with two children among them, were stranded about 150 feet above ground near Anachal on Friday after the crane lifting a 'sky-dining' restaurant malfunctioned.

Remembering the Emergency: When trains ran on time

Remembering the Emergency: When trains ran on time

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

'There was no corruption in the railways as officers were aware of severe action. Workers and senior officers were treated equally on the working hours front'

Missile part falls near Raj village during military drill; no casualties

Missile part falls near Raj village during military drill; no casualties

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

A part of a missile fell near a village in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district during a routine defence training exercise at the Pokhran Field Firing Range. No casualties or damage were reported.

Rohit, Kohli in spotlight as India host fresh-faced New Zealand

Rohit, Kohli in spotlight as India host fresh-faced New Zealand

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Even as the focus remains on the T20 World Cup which is less than a month away, Kohli and Rohit will hog the limelight in the three ODIs over the next seven days.

Pankaja, O'Sey Balamma Make It To Sundance

Pankaja, O'Sey Balamma Make It To Sundance

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Pankaja and O'Sey Balamma bring deeply personal yet universally resonant stories to Sundance. They represent a new wave of South Indian storytelling, blending cultural authenticity with cinematic innovation, and mark an important step in amplifying regional voices on the international stage.

From BJP war room to TMC strategist: Who is Pratik Jain?

From BJP war room to TMC strategist: Who is Pratik Jain?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Despite his influence, Pratik Jain avoids the spotlight. Credit is routinely passed on to colleagues. He maintains no visible faction within the TMC, no personal coterie.

120 terrorists waiting across LoC, all 69 launch pads under watch: BSF

120 terrorists waiting across LoC, all 69 launch pads under watch: BSF

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

He added that the BSF, working with the Army, had neutralised eight terrorists in four infiltration attempts in 2025.

'Salman Isn't Interested In Industry Politics'

'Salman Isn't Interested In Industry Politics'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

'Salman is a very hard-working actor whose diligence I have to commend despite the fact that during the shoot, my heart was in my mouth.'

Cooking For The President Of India

Cooking For The President Of India

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

'It's a lifetime opportunity to cook for the most high-profile table of India. It's a matter of honour for me.'

Why Budget 2026 Deserves 8.5/10

Why Budget 2026 Deserves 8.5/10

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

This is the first Budget in my memory of Budgets over the last half a century which has embraced upfront, enthusiastically and emphatically, technology, modernity and fiscal sobriety, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Fire engulfs empty coach of Ahmedabad-Barauni Express

Fire engulfs empty coach of Ahmedabad-Barauni Express

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

The rear coach of the Ahmedabad-Barauni Express was engulfed in heavy smoke after a fire on Monday evening between Khandwa and Itarsi section of the Bhopal division in Madhya Pradesh, though no one was hurt as the bogie was empty, an official said.

Air India fires trainer pilot, grounds 10 others trained by him

Air India fires trainer pilot, grounds 10 others trained by him

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Air India has terminated the services of a trainer pilot for lapses during simulator training. Ten pilots who underwent training under the trainer pilot have been removed from flying duties pending investigation. The action follows a whistleblower complaint alleging that the trainer pilot failed to properly discharge his duties. Air India conducted a detailed probe and corroborated the allegations. The airline voluntarily reported the matter to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and commended the whistleblower for coming forward.

Inquiry ordered into Gouthami Express train fire

Inquiry ordered into Gouthami Express train fire

Rediff.com1 Aug 2008

The Ministry of Railways on Friday ordered an inquiry to ascertain the cause of fire in the Gouthami Express train in Andhra Pradesh. The commissioner of Railway Safety will hold the inquiry and submit the report at the earliest. Forensic experts are also examining the cause of the fire, said Railways Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav.

Raj Thackeray blames influx of migrants for Mumbai local train mishap

Raj Thackeray blames influx of migrants for Mumbai local train mishap

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

On a day four commuters died and nine were injured after they fell off two overcrowded local trains, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Raj Thackeray blamed the influx of migrants from other states to Mumbai for the 'collapse' of the railway system.

Vijay Hazare spotlight on Kohli, Rohit and the Next Gen

Vijay Hazare spotlight on Kohli, Rohit and the Next Gen

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

The charismatic presence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma alongside a host of top India cricketers lends unprecedented gravitas to the Vijay Hazare One-Day Trophy beginning on Wednesday, giving all of them a chance to prove a point amid a renewed focus on domestic grind.

Time for Gill to fire as India eye T20 series lead vs Australia

Time for Gill to fire as India eye T20 series lead vs Australia

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Shubman Gill's form in the series is a concern for India as he has now gone six games without a half-century.

'You cannot...' Sachin's blunt advice to young players

'You cannot...' Sachin's blunt advice to young players

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

As a player, you cannot move forward without passion and fire: Sachin Tendulkar

PICS: Pandya goes ballistic before India pocket series

PICS: Pandya goes ballistic before India pocket series

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Samson tried to whip Donovan Ferreira down the ground but the ball hit umpire Rohan Pandit on the shin and he required medical assistance before he was able to continue.

England Fire Stokes Warning Ahead of Edgbaston Test

England Fire Stokes Warning Ahead of Edgbaston Test

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'We all know what Stokes is capable of, but it's great to have your leader being able to grab the ball like that and showing you the way sometimes.'

Saraswat claims Super 100 crown; Tanvi falls short

Saraswat claims Super 100 crown; Tanvi falls short

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Rajasthan's Sanskar Saraswat clinched his maiden Super 100 title after eking out a three-game victory over fellow Indian Mithun Manjunath in the men's singles final of the Guwahati Masters in Guwahati on Sunday.

Tech snag halts Mumbai's monorail, 2nd incident in a month

Tech snag halts Mumbai's monorail, 2nd incident in a month

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

A monorail train in Mumbai experienced a technical malfunction, causing it to halt. All passengers were safely rescued. This is the second such incident in less than a month.

Top Maoist leader carrying a bounty of Rs 1 cr killed

Top Maoist leader carrying a bounty of Rs 1 cr killed

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Top Maoist leader Ganesh Uike and five other red rebels were killed in gun battles with security forces in Odisha's Kandhamal district.

Fire, clouds of smoke, debris...: Eyewitness recounts Guj plane crash

Fire, clouds of smoke, debris...: Eyewitness recounts Guj plane crash

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Speaking about the building in which the plane crashed, the eyewitness said, "It is a residential building, doctors live there."

Took 11 passengers down and...: Survivors recount Pak train hijack

Took 11 passengers down and...: Survivors recount Pak train hijack

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

'They started checking the identity cards of some people and separated some of them. Three militants were guarding the doors of our coach. They told the people that they would not say anything to civilians, women, old people and Baloch people'

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

The Man The LTTE Couldn't Kill

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The Tigers refused to forgive Douglas Devananda and tried to assassinate him repeatedly. He later said: "(LTTE chief Velupillai) Prabhakaran cannot kill me." Destiny proved him right.

Pak train hijack: 13 Baloch rebels killed, 80 passengers rescued

Pak train hijack: 13 Baloch rebels killed, 80 passengers rescued

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Insurgents opened fire on a passenger train in Pakistan's Balochistan province, injuring the driver and prompting security guards aboard the train to fire back. The attack occurred in the Bolan district on the Jaffar Express from Quetta to Peshawar. The train was stopped by armed men in Tunnel No 8, and efforts are being made to contact the passengers and staff. The Balochistan government has ordered emergency measures and all institutions remain active.

Remembering 1971 In The Skies Of The East

Remembering 1971 In The Skies Of The East

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Returning to the Brahmaputra for Vijay Diwas was not just a journey across geography, but across memory of war, service, sacrifice, and the enduring bond between the Indian Air Force and the north east, asserts Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Has Salah played last game for Liverpool?

Has Salah played last game for Liverpool?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The Egypt forward has been left out of the club's Champions League match against Inter Milan.

'I don't care about...' Rana has a message for haters!

'I don't care about...' Rana has a message for haters!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

I won't be able to play freely if I focus on criticism: Harshit Rana

'Maoists Will Be Extinct In 2 Months'

'Maoists Will Be Extinct In 2 Months'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

'From every point of view, they have faced an extremely difficult couple of years, and the setback they have suffered is irreversible.' 'This reality has begun to set in even amongst the top-level cadres. That is why, in recent times, we have witnessed a huge number of senior-level cadres emerging from the jungle and deciding to renounce violence and join the mainstream.'