News for 'train fire'

'Aise Toh Hona Hi Hai'

'Aise Toh Hona Hi Hai'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'When they took my name, I went numb.' 'Before I went on stage, my dress got caught in my shoe!' 'I said, stay calm.' 'Then I started walking and was like, okay, now think of what you're going to say, quickly!'

Paris Olympian Cheptegei succumbs to burn injuries inflicted by boyfriend

Paris Olympian Cheptegei succumbs to burn injuries inflicted by boyfriend

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Cheptegei suffered burns to more than 75% of her body in the attack in Kenya on Sunday.

All 67 onboard airplane and copter feared killed in US mid-air collision

All 67 onboard airplane and copter feared killed in US mid-air collision

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

After the mid-air collision over the Potomac river in Washington, DC, authorities said that they no longer expect to find any survivors, and efforts have shifted to a recovery mission, according to DC Fire and EMS Chief John Donnelly, according to a report by CNN.

National Games: Narmada shoots down 10m air rifle gold

National Games: Narmada shoots down 10m air rifle gold

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Narmada Nithin Raju claimed the gold medal in the women's 10m air rifle with a new national record score of 254.4.

Gaya deaths: Army says no mortar shell was fired

Gaya deaths: Army says no mortar shell was fired

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

According to a statement from Colonel Dushyant Singh Chauhan, the administrative commandant of Danapur Cantonment on the outskirts of the state capital, 'no clearance' was given for mortar firing at the Deuri Dumri firing range in Gaya.

Another train catches fire in Punjab

Another train catches fire in Punjab

Rediff.com28 May 2003

The driver stopped the train on noticing the fire and all passengers managed to jump out before the engine and three adjoining bogies were gutted.

EPL PIX: Man City held to draw; Forest boost top 4 hopes

EPL PIX: Man City held to draw; Forest boost top 4 hopes

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Champions Manchester City could only muster a 2-2 Premier League draw with Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.

Parliament panel recommends fire alarm system in trains

Parliament panel recommends fire alarm system in trains

Rediff.com6 Aug 2012

Expressing concern over repeated fire incidents in trains, a parliamentary panel has asked the Railways to find a solution to the problem with the help of technology and experts to prevent recurrence of such incidents.

India-Australia Media War Explodes!

India-Australia Media War Explodes!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

The friction started during India's arrival in Perth last month, when the Australian media criticised the visitors for holding private training sessions at the WACA.

IAF's MiG-29 aircraft crashes in Rajasthan, pilot safe

IAF's MiG-29 aircraft crashes in Rajasthan, pilot safe

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

A senior IAF official said a Court of Inquiry has been ordered into the incident.

The IAF Pilot Who Saved A Jaguar

The IAF Pilot Who Saved A Jaguar

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The sky outside was a perfect blue with fair winds on that hot day in July, but inside the Jaguar an emergency was unraveling with every passing second. Wing Commander Vernon Desmond Keane had two options: Eject and see his beloved aircraft crash -- which would come at a great cost to the nation and cause harm to civilian life and property on the ground. Or try the limits of his training; push the aircraft and his flying skills to the edge of technical and human endurance and save them both.

'Putin Is A Liar'

'Putin Is A Liar'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

'Putin dreams about his legacy. He wants to forcibly restore the Russian empire.' 'Unfortunately, after three years of large-scale war with massive human losses, Putin will not budge from his goal because human life is the cheapest resource in the Russian State.'

Champions League PIX: PSG oust Liverpool; Barca, Bayern, Inter in quarters

Champions League PIX: PSG oust Liverpool; Barca, Bayern, Inter in quarters

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

A summary of Tuesday's Champions League Round of 16, Second Leg, matches.

DeepSeek: China's AI Guerilla War On US

DeepSeek: China's AI Guerilla War On US

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

DeepSeek is a case in point on how economic interdependence between nations are utilised for geopolitical ambitions and global domination efforts, observes China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.

Agnipath protestors torch 20 bogies of 2 trains in Bihar

Agnipath protestors torch 20 bogies of 2 trains in Bihar

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

The protests, which is into its third day in the state, caused massive disruption of railway services at Buxar and Kahalgaon, officials of East Central Railways said.

Ranbir to Raj: Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Ranbir to Raj: Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Sukanya Verma looks at the many ways fire enjoys a significant presence in our movies.

1971 War: How Mukti Joddhas Saved An IAF Pilot

1971 War: How Mukti Joddhas Saved An IAF Pilot

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Squadron Leader Kanwal Deep Mehra's daredevilry during the 1971 War brought down a Pakistani F-86 Sabre. But he had to bail out of his plane, was badly injured. Then a fierce band of armed guerillas evacuated him to safety at great risk to their lives.

Spare train coach parked at Mumbai CSMT yard catches fire, none hurt

Spare train coach parked at Mumbai CSMT yard catches fire, none hurt

Rediff.com29 May 2018

Following the incident, some long distance trains, including Konark Express, Kanyakumari Express, Nandigram Express and Pragati Express were rescheduled.

11 killed, 15 wounded in 'terrorist attack' at Russian military firing range

11 killed, 15 wounded in 'terrorist attack' at Russian military firing range

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

The attack happened Saturday during a training session at the Western Military District, according to TASS, which cited the Russian defense ministry.

Rajasthan: Vagrant sets train coaches on fire

Rajasthan: Vagrant sets train coaches on fire

Rediff.com14 Jul 2012

A vagabond allegedly set off a fire in empty coaches of two trains after an attendant pushed him out of a bogie when he was picking up leftovers, leading to loss of rail property, a railway official said on Saturday. Ganga Ram, 22, was arrested on Friday night for starting the fires, first in the AC coach of Suryanagari Express and two hours later in a bogie of Mandore Express, as revenge for being scolded by a coach attendant.

I'm always in contention: Shardul eyes India comeback

I'm always in contention: Shardul eyes India comeback

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Shardul Thakur remains optimistic about his India chances following yet another stellar performance for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy.

10 killed as fire sweeps through Flamengo soccer training centre in Rio

10 killed as fire sweeps through Flamengo soccer training centre in Rio

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

The fire broke out at Ninho do Urubu, a state-of-the-art training centre that was expanded and opened only two months ago.

Why Van Nistelrooy is grateful to Ten Hag

Why Van Nistelrooy is grateful to Ten Hag

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Ruud van Nistelrooy said he was sad to see Erik ten Hag fired by Manchester United on Monday, but the club's former striker is honoured to step in as interim manager for as long as required.

RPF jawan who killed 4 on train had a short fuse, lost his temper: Officials

RPF jawan who killed 4 on train had a short fuse, lost his temper: Officials

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The Railway Protection Force jawan who shot dead four railway passengers including an RPF ASI in the Mumbai-Jaipur Superfast Express, was not feeling well and had lost his calm, an official said on Monday.

'A Big Sound Like That Of A Bomb'

'A Big Sound Like That Of A Bomb'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

'The facility works on Apple's iPhone and everything is damaged -- CNC machines, computers and CCTVs worth crores.'

The Sabarmati Report Review: Poorly Crafted Propaganda

The Sabarmati Report Review: Poorly Crafted Propaganda

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

The Sabarmati Report is so flimsy in its execution, taking offence to it would be dignifying its existence, notes Sukanya Verma.

'Lady Don' wanted in Delhi Burger King murder case held in UP

'Lady Don' wanted in Delhi Burger King murder case held in UP

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Annu Dhankar, who police referred to as 'Lady Don', was nabbed near the Indo-Nepal border in Lakhimpur Kheri in Uttar Pradesh.

150 terrorists waiting to infiltrate into Kashmir: BSF

150 terrorists waiting to infiltrate into Kashmir: BSF

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

He said the security forces would ensure any infiltration attempt is thwarted.

Train catches fire, one dead

Train catches fire, one dead

Rediff.com19 Jul 2005

The fire tenders immediately rushed to the spot from the city and nearby areas and put off the fire around 0645 IST, the sources said.

BEST takes 400 leased buses off roads after frequent fire on CNG buses

BEST takes 400 leased buses off roads after frequent fire on CNG buses

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

The number of buses available for service could go down below 3,000 now.

Biden directs US military to shoot down Iranian missiles targeting Israel

Biden directs US military to shoot down Iranian missiles targeting Israel

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

President Biden directed the US. military to aid Israel's defence against Iranian attacks and shoot down missiles that are targeting Israel.

Odisha, Bengal evacuate people as Cyclone Dana approaches

Odisha, Bengal evacuate people as Cyclone Dana approaches

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

As Odisha and West Bengal are bracing for a severe cyclonic storm, governments of both states started evacuating people and while deciding to close educational institutions in vulnerable areas.

A 1971 War Hero Flies Into The Ages

A 1971 War Hero Flies Into The Ages

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Wing Commander Pratap Marathe's story is one of dedication, bravery, and humour, a shining example of the spirit of the Indian Air Force. Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes Wing Commander Marathe who passed into the ages last week.

Telangana fury: Passenger train coach set on fire

Telangana fury: Passenger train coach set on fire

Rediff.com24 Feb 2011

The incident took place on the second day of the 48 hour-long shutdown call given by the Telangana Joint Action Committee.

All 80 persons stranded at Goa waterfall rescued

All 80 persons stranded at Goa waterfall rescued

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

All 80 people stuck at Pali waterfall in Goa's Sattari taluka were rescued on Sunday by the state's Fire and Emergency Services and the police, an official said.

Godhra train burning: SC seeks Gujarat response on some convicts' bail pleas

Godhra train burning: SC seeks Gujarat response on some convicts' bail pleas

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

The court then issued a notice to the state government on the bail pleas of Abdul Raheman Dhantia alias Kankatto, Abdul Sattar Ibrahim Gaddi Asla and others.

Baby John Review: Stale Vibes

Baby John Review: Stale Vibes

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

The temptation for larger-than-life superstardom is understandable but Varun Dhawan is still too much of a Baby to be a John, notes Sukanya Verma.

Somnath Express halted in Punjab following bomb threat

Somnath Express halted in Punjab following bomb threat

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

All passengers were evacuated at Kasu Begu railway station, they said.

It's so cold in Chicago they're lighting train tracks on fire

It's so cold in Chicago they're lighting train tracks on fire

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

Temperatures dipped as low as -19 degree Fahrenheit (-28 degree Celsisus) -- breaking the city's previous cold weather record for that day set in 1966.

PIX: Indian cricketers train with series on line

PIX: Indian cricketers train with series on line

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

'Snapshots from #TeamIndia's training session in Guwahati ahead of the 2nd T20I against South Africa,' BCCI tweeted along with pictures.