News for 'train fire'

Naxals ambush running train in Bihar, kill 3 policemen

Naxals ambush running train in Bihar, kill 3 policemen

Rediff.com30 Nov 2013

Three policemen were shot dead and two injured by armed Maoists in a running train near Jamalpur railway station in Bihar's Munger district on Saturday evening.

Gujjar stir turns violent, shots fired, police vehicles torched

Gujjar stir turns violent, shots fired, police vehicles torched

Rediff.com10 Feb 2019

The SP said the protesters also pelted stones, injuring four jawans, adding that police had to lob tear gas shells to disperse the crowd.

Singaporean forces train in Uttar Pradesh

Singaporean forces train in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com24 Mar 2010

Around 550 personnel of the Singaporean Army along with their armoured personnel carriers, Bronco all-terrain tracked vehicles, Spike anti-tank guided missiles and other latest equipment are participating in the exercise, which started on March 1.

Prithvi-II missile successfully test-fired

Prithvi-II missile successfully test-fired

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

The Prithvi-II missile is capable of carrying 500 kg to 1,000 kg of warheads and is thrusted by liquid propulsion twin engines.

Catalan Pique jeered by fans at Spain training session

Catalan Pique jeered by fans at Spain training session

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Centre-back Pique, who voted in the referendum and has criticised police violence against voters which resulted in hundreds of injuries, has long been targeted by Spain fans but Monday's barrage of insults was particularly severe.

How to fire employees with dignity

How to fire employees with dignity

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

'Demonstrating respect and compassion during exit meetings are important.' 'After all, how you treat people on their way out of the door does not go unnoticed by the rest of your organisation,' says Shyamal Majumdar.

BJP insults tribals by calling them vanvasi: Rahul

BJP insults tribals by calling them vanvasi: Rahul

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Addressing a party rally in Rajasthan, Gandhi also flayed the BJP over the situation in ethnic strife-torn Manipur and said the ideology of the BJP has set the northeastern state on fire.

Key bridge linking Crimea to Russia hit by huge explosion

Key bridge linking Crimea to Russia hit by huge explosion

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

The 19-kilometre (11.8 miles) bridge, which runs across the Kerch Strait and connects Crimea with mainland Russia, consists of a railway and vehicle sections.

Minor setback, says coach as Divyansh undergoes emotional roller-coaster

Minor setback, says coach as Divyansh undergoes emotional roller-coaster

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Divyansh Singh Panwar would have gone through an entire gamut of emotions in the last two days of the Asian Games in Hangzhou.

'Had he been insane, he would have shot everyone'

'Had he been insane, he would have shot everyone'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

'How was it possible for Singh to have got a government job, and that too one involving the handling of guns, had he been insane?'

Ole! Spain's La Liga fires up again after old foes unite

Ole! Spain's La Liga fires up again after old foes unite

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

After an almighty push by all parties concerned, Spain's La Liga roars back into action next week after a three-month pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with matches taking place every day and with everything to play for. The season resumes on Wednesday in bizarre circumstances with the second half of a Segunda Division match between Rayo Vallecano and Albacete that was abandoned in December due to offensive chanting.

A white elephant called the Bullet train

A white elephant called the Bullet train

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

The Bullet train is a childish desire to join an elite club at the cost of 99.9 per cent of rail passengers, says S Pushpavanam.

Australia captain Clarke skips training to rest ankle

Australia captain Clarke skips training to rest ankle

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

Australia captain Michael Clarke skipped training to rest his injured ankle on Tuesday but Cricket Australia said he would be fit to face England in this week's second Ashes at the Adelaide Oval.

MP: Robbers kill Russian woman on train

MP: Robbers kill Russian woman on train

Rediff.com28 Dec 2007

A Russian woman has been killed and another woman passenger injured when armed robbers opened fire in the 1073 UP Kamrani Express train near Rewa in Madhya Pradesh.

Why does Indian Railways have so many burning trains?

Why does Indian Railways have so many burning trains?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

Authorities of Indian Railways, which has witnessed a worrying spate of fire-related mishaps in the last few years, are yet to take any concrete steps to address the issue.

Bihar: RPF jawan shot dead, INSAS rifles looted in moving train

Bihar: RPF jawan shot dead, INSAS rifles looted in moving train

Rediff.com14 May 2016

The incident took place in Mughal Sarai-Buxar Passenger train 63240.

Put aside your arrogance, apologise to people, Tharoor responds to Scindia

Put aside your arrogance, apologise to people, Tharoor responds to Scindia

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Thursday said it's a pity that since switching sides, Scindia has adopted the Modi government's "uncaring attitude" to the public.

Militants have free run of Imphal valley instigating mobs, say security forces

Militants have free run of Imphal valley instigating mobs, say security forces

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

The security agencies have been warning that militants belonging to United National Liberation Front, People's Liberation Army and other banned groups had become part of the mobs and carrying out sneak attacks on security forces as well as giving directions to the agitators.

Ashes: 'Bazball' faces biggest test against World Champs

Ashes: 'Bazball' faces biggest test against World Champs

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

England's latest version of cricket is set for its biggest test as they face world champions Australia in a bid to reclaim the Ashes.

Fire in Gautami Express, 32 killed

Fire in Gautami Express, 32 killed

Rediff.com1 Aug 2008

Five coaches of the Gautami Express were gutted in a massive fire in Warangal district in the wee hours of Friday, killing at least four passengers, the police said. The train was traveling from Secunderabad to Kakinada. The passengers were fast asleep when the fire broke out. The victims include three handicapped persons and a pregnant woman. Soon after the fire broke out, the crew of the train acted quickly and separated the engine and other bogies from burning coaches.

Fire at CRPF building in Delhi; head constable killed

Fire at CRPF building in Delhi; head constable killed

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

A fire broke out at a Central Reserve Police Force installation in New Delhi in the wee hours of Saturday, killing a head constable and damaging numerous official records and goods.

Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra comes out in support of the wrestlers

Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra comes out in support of the wrestlers

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra lent his support to the wrestlers who have been protesting against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Pakistan test fires nuclear-capable missile

Pakistan test fires nuclear-capable missile

Rediff.com13 Feb 2008

The short range ballistic missile has a range of 290 km.

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'

Putin Finds Ukrainians Tough Opponents

Putin Finds Ukrainians Tough Opponents

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Ukraine's intelligence chief says Russia is sending more troops into Kherson -- the largest city in Ukraine under Russian occupation -- and may be preparing to defend it against a Ukrainian counteroffensive, despite previously saying that Russian forces were leaving the city.

Make in India fire: Violation of safety norms detected

Make in India fire: Violation of safety norms detected

Rediff.com16 Feb 2016

Fire brigade officials admitted that organisers of the event had not complied with nearly 10 fire safety measures.

Gujarat riots: All 26 accused in Kalol gangrape, murders walk free

Gujarat riots: All 26 accused in Kalol gangrape, murders walk free

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Of the total 39 accused, 13 died during the case pendency and the trial against them was abated.

Pakistan is 'arsonist' disguising itself as 'fire-fighter': India at UNGA

Pakistan is 'arsonist' disguising itself as 'fire-fighter': India at UNGA

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

"We keep hearing that Pakistan is a 'victim of terrorism'. This is the country which is an arsonist disguising itself as a fire-fighter. Pakistan nurtures terrorists in their backyard in the hope that they will only harm their neighbours," India's first secretary Sneha Dubey said in the UN General Assembly on Friday.

Israel attacks Lebanon after missile strike

Israel attacks Lebanon after missile strike

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) on Wednesday said it was carrying out strikes in Lebanon in retaliation to the attack on its border with anti-tank guided missiles, The Times of Israel reported.

Best Bakery: Prosecution failed to prove charges against 2 accused, says court

Best Bakery: Prosecution failed to prove charges against 2 accused, says court

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Additional sessions judge MG Deshpande on Tuesday acquitted Solanki and Gohil of all charges. The detailed order became available on Wednesday.

No arrests yet in Bihar train burning case

No arrests yet in Bihar train burning case

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

"But the police are doing everything to identify the culprits involved in setting the train on fire and we will take stern action against them," Additional Director General (police headquarters) Neelmani said in Patna on Thursday.

Toofan Express catches fire, 'some casualties'

Toofan Express catches fire, 'some casualties'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2005

"Some casualties are feared as some of the passengers jumped from the moving train in panic."

The Army Doctor Who Died Saving His Men

The Army Doctor Who Died Saving His Men

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Captain Anshuman Singh sacrificed his life saving the men entrusted to his medical care in the highest traditions of doctors that serve in the military.

'We want to prevent Pak from training Kashmiri youth'

'We want to prevent Pak from training Kashmiri youth'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

'It's a matter of great pride that no student of Army Goodwill Schools has ever joined terrorism.'

When Russian Drones Attack...

When Russian Drones Attack...

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Scenes from Ukraine after Russian drones rained fire on its citizens last week.

LeBron James' son Bronny 'stable' after cardiac arrest

LeBron James' son Bronny 'stable' after cardiac arrest

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

LeBron James thanked fans on Thursday for their love and prayers for his son Bronny, who suffered a cardiac arrest while training.

Asian Games: India women win team silver; Ramita bags bronze

Asian Games: India women win team silver; Ramita bags bronze

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

India's shooters opened their account at the Asian Games, bagging the women's team silver in the 10m air rifle event in Hangzhou on Sunday.

Train journey to get safer soon

Train journey to get safer soon

Rediff.com9 Oct 2006

PHOTOS: Train derails in New York; 4 dead, 40 hurt

PHOTOS: Train derails in New York; 4 dead, 40 hurt

Rediff.com1 Dec 2013

At least four people were killed and 40 others injured when a passenger train derailed in the Bronx area of New York City on Sunday.

Over 20,000 Russian fighters killed since Dec 2022: US

Over 20,000 Russian fighters killed since Dec 2022: US

Rediff.com2 May 2023

More than 20,000 Russian soldiers were killed and over 100,000 were wounded since December 2022, White House official John Kirby said, according to CNN.