Tamil Nadu: Six workers die after explosion at firecracker factory in Virudhunagar district
4 days, 17 hours ago

Tamil Nadu: Six workers die after explosion at firecracker factory in Virudhunagar district

India TV News  

Tamil Nadu: At least six workers died after a fire broke out in a firecracker manufacturing factory in the Sattur area of Virudhunagar district in the early hours of Saturday. According to the Fire and Rescue Department Officials, six bodies have been recovered so far from the firecracker factory. At least nine people were killed and three were reported to be in critical condition after a massive explosion took place at a firecracker manufacturing unit in the Virudhnagar district last year. According to Virudhunagar District Collector Jeyaseelan, "The accident took place around 12 pm.

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Six injured in explosion at steel plant in Tirupati district
6 days, 17 hours ago

Six injured in explosion at steel plant in Tirupati district

India Today  

Six people were injured in an explosion at the MS Agarwal Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh’s Tirupati district on Wednesday night. The blast, which was accompanied by a loud noise, sent shockwaves through the surrounding villages, causing widespread panic among residents. Eyewitnesses reported seeing a massive fireball erupt from the plant, followed by a series of smaller explosions. The incident …

Six injured in Delhi namkeen factory blast
1 week, 4 days ago

Six injured in Delhi namkeen factory blast

The Hindu  

Six workers were injured in a blast triggered by a fire at a namkeen factory in southwest Delhi’s Najafgarh area on Saturday, officials said. A call was received at 8.16 a.m. about a fire and 17 water tenders were pressed into service, a Delhi Fire Services official said. The blaze had erupted on the ground floor of the two-storey manufacturing …

One suffers 100% burns, 3 others hurt in fire at illegal firecracker factory in Delhi’s Burari
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

One suffers 100% burns, 3 others hurt in fire at illegal firecracker factory in Delhi’s Burari

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi The entire facility on the ground floor was gutted in the incident. One person suffered 100% burns and three others suffered varying degrees of injuries in an explosion at an illegal firecracker factory being run in a residential building in north Burari on Sunday, police said. Fire officials said that Singh suffered 100% burn injuries and was referred …

6 dead after fire breaks out at private hospital in Tamil Nadu's Dindigul
3 weeks, 6 days ago

6 dead after fire breaks out at private hospital in Tamil Nadu's Dindigul

India Today  

At least six people died after a massive fire broke out at a private hospital in Tamil Nadu's Dindigul district on Thursday. According to a senior government official, at least 29 patients were shifted from the private hospital to the Dindigul Government Hospital. "A fire broke out at a private hospital about two hours ago. There could be some casualties, …

Explosion at Gujarat industrial unit kills four workers
1 month ago

Explosion at Gujarat industrial unit kills four workers

New Indian Express  

AHMEDABAD: A massive explosion rocked the Detox India Pvt. Ltd. in Ankleshwar, Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation, Gujarat on Tuesday afternoon claiming the lives of four workers and injuring four others. The industrial accident, which occurred at the Ankleshwar Industrial Estate, has once again highlighted safety concerns in the region. Locals report that workers were installing railings on the feed tank …

Free education for kids of firecracker unit victims: Stalin
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Free education for kids of firecracker unit victims: Stalin

Hindustan Times  

The Tamil Nadu government will bear the educational expenses of children of workers killed in accidents inside firecracker factories, chief minister MK Stalin announced on Sunday. “I am announcing that the state government will bear the entire educational expenses from primary school to higher education of children of firecracker factory workers who lost their lives in accidents,” Stalin said. Stalin …

Two critical, four persons injured after firecrackers explode in Salem
4 months ago

Two critical, four persons injured after firecrackers explode in Salem

The Hindu  

Two persons sustained serious burns and four others sustained injuries after firecrackers kept for last rites exploded on Friday. In the impact, the crackers exploded in which two persons P. Selvaraj and K. Sellammal, of the same village sustained over 60% burns. Likewise, M. Dhanapal sustained 30% burns, S. Ravi, sustained 30% burns, P. Selvamani, sustained 10% burns and S. …

Four workers injured in another pharma unit fire accident in A.P.’s Anakapalli district
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Four workers injured in another pharma unit fire accident in A.P.’s Anakapalli district

The Hindu  

Four workers were severely injured in another industrial accident that occurred in a pharma unit at Jawaharlal Nehru Pharma City in Parwada during the wee hours of Friday in Anakapalli district. He also directed Home Minister V. Anitha to rush to the spot and also visit the workers undergoing treatment in a private hospital at Maharanipeta. This is the second …

Four injured in another fire accident at pharmaceutical factory in Andhra Pradesh's Anakapalli district
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Four injured in another fire accident at pharmaceutical factory in Andhra Pradesh's Anakapalli district

India TV News  

In a second industrial accident in Anakapalli district within a week, a fire broke out early Friday morning at a pharmaceutical factory in Jawaharlal Nehru Pharma City, seriously injuring four workers. CM Naidu asks state Home Minister to visit the victims Meanwhile, in response to the accident, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu contacted officials to inquire about the situation and …

At least 17 dead after explosion at India pharma plant
4 months, 2 weeks ago

At least 17 dead after explosion at India pharma plant

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy India’s southern state of Andhra …

What caused Andhra Pradesh pharma factory fire that killed 17? | 10 points
4 months, 2 weeks ago

What caused Andhra Pradesh pharma factory fire that killed 17? | 10 points

Hindustan Times  

The death toll from the explosion at a pharmaceuticals plant in Andhra Pradesh rose to 17 on Thursday, with 34 others injured. People outside the reactor pharma unit of pharmaceutical company Escientia where a fire broke out following an explosion, in Anakapalle, Andhra Pradesh. 10 points on explosion at Andhra Pradesh pharmaceuticals plant After the incident at Escientia Advanced Science …

15 killed, 40 injured in blast at Andhra Pradesh pharma factory
4 months, 2 weeks ago

15 killed, 40 injured in blast at Andhra Pradesh pharma factory

Hindustan Times  

The death toll from a fire at a pharmaceutical company's plant in Andhra Pradesh has risen to 15. The fire broke out around 2:15pm on Wednesday at Escientia Advanced Sciences Pvt Ltd located in the Atchutapuram Special Economic Zone, according to Anakapalli District Collector Vijaya Krishnan. Escientia Advanced Sciences, which manufactures intermediate chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients commenced production in …

Andhra Pradesh: 15 killed as reactor explodes at pharma plant, CM orders probe
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Andhra Pradesh: 15 killed as reactor explodes at pharma plant, CM orders probe

Live Mint  

At least 15 workers were killed and many injured after a reactor at a pharmaceutical manufacturing plant exploded, which resulted in a fire accident, in Andhra Pradesh's Anakapalle district on Wednesday. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief over the loss of lives, and ordered a high-level inquiry. Vasamsetti Subhash, Andhra Pradesh Labour, Factories, Boilers & Insurance Medical …

1 killed, 2 injured in factory blast in Andhra Pradesh
5 months, 3 weeks ago

1 killed, 2 injured in factory blast in Andhra Pradesh

Hindustan Times  

Hyderabad One worker was killed and two others were injured after a reactor in a chemical factory exploded in Andhra Pradesh’s Anakapalli district, on Wednesday morning, the police said. The incident took place at Vasanth Chemicals which manufactures products used as intermediaries in the pharmaceutical industry. State home minister Vangalapudi Anitha called up Anakapalli district collector Vijay Krishnan and enquired …

Contract worker dies in reactor explosion at chemical factory in Atchutapuram SEZ
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Contract worker dies in reactor explosion at chemical factory in Atchutapuram SEZ

The Hindu  

A contract worker died in an explosion that occurred in a reactor at Vasant Chemicals in Atchutapuram Special Economic Zone of Anakapalli district on July 17 morning. Anakapalli Collector Vijaya Krishnan said an explosion occurred in the Halar Coated Autoclave Reactor during the processing of 3TDA, an aromatic organic compound, in the Production Block VI of Vasant Chemicals at around …

Two workers killed, two others critically injured in blast at fireworks unit near Sivakasi
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Two workers killed, two others critically injured in blast at fireworks unit near Sivakasi

The Hindu  

Two workers were killed and two others suffered grievous injuries in a minor explosion at Supreme Fireworks near Sivakasi in Virudhunagar district, on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. The explosion comes barely two months after 10 workers were killed and 13 others sustained injuries in a blast at a fireworks unit in May. The police said that the workers were pushing …

Tamil Nadu: Two killed, two others injured in explosion at fireworks unit, CM Stalin announces ex gratia
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Two killed, two others injured in explosion at fireworks unit, CM Stalin announces ex gratia

India TV News  

In a tragic incident, two workers were killed while two others were critically injured in an explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit at a village in Virudhunagar district on Tuesday, authorities said. Also, Stalin directed the state authorities to ensure special medical care for both workers who sustained severe injuries and were admitted to the Virudhunagar Government Medical College Hospital. …

Four workers killed in blast at fireworks unit near Sattur in Tamil Nadu
6 months, 1 week ago

Four workers killed in blast at fireworks unit near Sattur in Tamil Nadu

The Hindu  

Four workers were killed and one injured in a fire accident at Guru Star fireworks unit in Banthuvarpatti near Sattur on June 29 morning. Sattur Taluk police have booked the unit’s licence-holder, Sahadevan, under different Sections of the Indian Penal Code, including culpable homicide not amounting to murder, and provisions of the Indian Explosives Act. Four special teams were formed …

Odisha: Death toll in Puri firecracker explosion rises to 8
7 months, 1 week ago

Odisha: Death toll in Puri firecracker explosion rises to 8

Hindustan Times  

The death toll in the Wednesday’s firecracker explosion in Odisha’s Puri town when a stockpile of firecrackers kept near a pond caught fire rose to eight on Saturday with five persons succumbing to their burn injuries, officials said. Police said some youths were bursting the cracker one after another when one cracker split off and landed on the pile of …

Odisha: Death count mounts to six in explosion incident during Lord Jagannath's Chandan Jatra festival in Puri
7 months, 1 week ago

Odisha: Death count mounts to six in explosion incident during Lord Jagannath's Chandan Jatra festival in Puri

India TV News  

The death toll in the firecracker explosion in Odisha's Puri rose to six on Friday after two more individuals succumbed to injuries, a senior official said. Explosion happened while devotees were celebrating festival Notably, the incident happened on Wednesday night when hundreds of people had gathered along the banks of Narendra Pushkarinee, a local waterbody, to observe the rituals. Later, …

Blast at a fireworks unit in Tamil Nadu’s Sivakasi
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Blast at a fireworks unit in Tamil Nadu’s Sivakasi

The Hindu  

Ten workers, including six women, were killed in an explosion at a fireworks unit in Sivakasi on May 9, and 13 persons sustained injuries, according to police. The workers were manufacturing fireworks at Sudarshan Fireworks unit in Sengamalapatti around 2.15 p.m. when the blast occurred. S. Saravanan of Sivakasi is the licence-holder for the unit, and one Muthukrishnan is suspected …

10 workers killed in firecracker unit explosion in TN's Sivakasi
7 months, 4 weeks ago

10 workers killed in firecracker unit explosion in TN's Sivakasi

New Indian Express  

VIRUDHUNAGAR: Ten workers, including six women, were killed and at least 10 others were hospitalised with severe injuries after an explosion at a firecracker unit at Sengamalapatti near Sivakasi on Thursday. One of the workers, who survived the explosion, said around 100 employees were working at the factory at the time of the blast and many fled the spot immediately. …

Tamil Nadu: 4 dead, several injured after explosion at stone quarry in Kariapatti
8 months, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu: 4 dead, several injured after explosion at stone quarry in Kariapatti

Hindustan Times  

At least four people died and several others were injured on Wednesday after an explosion occured at a stone quarry in Tamil Nadu's Kariapatti area in Virudhunagar district. The Virudhunagar Fire and Rescue Department told news agency ANI, “At least three people died in an explosion that occurred in a stone quarry near the Kariapatti area of Virudhunagar district, this …

Tamil Nadu: 4 dead, several injured after explosion at stone quarry in Kariapatti
8 months, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu: 4 dead, several injured after explosion at stone quarry in Kariapatti

Hindustan Times  

At least four people died and several others were injured on Wednesday after an explosion occured at a stone quarry in Tamil Nadu's Kariapatti area in Virudhunagar district. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} The Virudhunagar Fire and Rescue Department told news agency ANI, “At least three people died in an explosion that occurred in a stone quarry near the Kariapatti area …

Telangana: 4 killed, over 10 injured due to explosion caused by fire at chemical factory in Sangareddy
9 months ago

Telangana: 4 killed, over 10 injured due to explosion caused by fire at chemical factory in Sangareddy

India TV News  

Sangareddy: At least four people were killed and more than ten others suffered injuries after an explosion in a reactor caused by a fire in a pharmaceutical company in Telangana's Sangareddy district today, according to police. Telangana CM reviews fire accident Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has reviewed the fire accident which occurred in a factory in Sangareddy district today. …

One killed in explosion at firecracker factory in Karnataka’s Mandya
9 months, 1 week ago

One killed in explosion at firecracker factory in Karnataka’s Mandya

Hindustan Times  

One person was killed and another sustained injuries after an explosion in a firecracker factory in a village in Mandya district on Monday evening, police said. Soon after the incident that took place in Kebba Halli village, both individuals were shifted to Mandya institute of Medical Sciences hospital, however, Mahesh succumbed to his injuries while Nagalingam’s condition is said to …

Four workers dead, 10 remain critical in Rewari factory blast
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Four workers dead, 10 remain critical in Rewari factory blast

The Hindu  

Four workers injured in a boiler blast at a spare parts manufacturing facility in the district have died, while the condition of more than 10 others was critical, police said on March 20. While three of them died at the PGIMS hospital in Rohtak on Tuesday night, another one passed away at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital, Inspector Jagdish Chander said. A …

Tamil Nadu news: 10 killed, 10 injured in Virudhnagar firecracker factory blast
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu news: 10 killed, 10 injured in Virudhnagar firecracker factory blast

Live Mint  

At least 9 people were killed and 10 others injured in Tamil Nadu's Virudhnagar district on Saturday evening after a massive explosion that took place at a firecracker manufacturing unit. They are also conducting continuous research.” Apart from this, police also took a stalk of the incident spot where nine people died and three were injured in an explosion that …

Himachal factory blaze | Four of five deceased identified
11 months ago

Himachal factory blaze | Four of five deceased identified

The Hindu  

Four of the five deceased in the fire at a perfume manufacturing unit in the Baddi industrial area of Himachal Pradesh's Solan have been identified and all were women, officials said. "People jumped from the first and second floors of the building to save their lives and sustained multiple injuries on hands, legs and even spine," Mr. Sharma said and …

Maharashtra: Six workers charred to death in massive fire at hand glove factory in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
1 year ago

Maharashtra: Six workers charred to death in massive fire at hand glove factory in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

India TV News  

A massive fire that broke out at a hand glove manufacturing company in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in the early hours of Sunday claimed at least six lives, officials said. According to the fire department officials, the incident took place at around 2.15 am at the factory located in the Waluj MIDC area. Earlier the locals had claimed that at least …

Sparks of danger | Tamil Nadu’s tragedies-plagued firecracker industry
1 year, 2 months ago

Sparks of danger | Tamil Nadu’s tragedies-plagued firecracker industry

The Hindu  

On October 9, V. Poovarasan, 25, heard a deafening blast. In recent months, the central region of Tamil Nadu witnessed four blasts in licensed country cracker manufacturing units in the Ariyalur, Pudukottai, Mayiladuthurai, and Nagapattinam districts, which killed 19 labourers. The committee inspects the cracker manufacturing units regularly, and if any violations are found, we close the unit,” says Karmegam. …

Tamil Nadu: Explosion at firecracker factory kills 13 in Virudhunagar
1 year, 2 months ago

Tamil Nadu: Explosion at firecracker factory kills 13 in Virudhunagar

India TV News  

Tamil Nadu: At least 13 people have died after explosions took place at two firecracker factories in Rangapalayam and Kichanayakanpatti regions in Virudhunagar district, the Fire and Rescue Department has informed. "Seven charred bodies were recovered from the sudden blast at the fireworks unit in Rangapalayam, and their identities are yet to be established," a senior police official informed. According …

Tamil Nadu: Nine people killed after explosion in Ariyalur's firecracker godown | VIDEO
1 year, 2 months ago

Tamil Nadu: Nine people killed after explosion in Ariyalur's firecracker godown | VIDEO

India TV News  

Tamil Nadu: In an unfortunate incident, at least nine people were killed in a blaze in a firecracker unit in this district on Monday. Following the incident, Chief Minister M K Stalin condoled the death of nine people and announced cash relief for their families. "Hon'ble Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced condolence and financial assistance to the families of …

13 charred to death, seven injured in explosion at firecracker godown at Attibele-Hosur border
1 year, 3 months ago

13 charred to death, seven injured in explosion at firecracker godown at Attibele-Hosur border

The Hindu  

At least 13 people were charred to death, and seven others were injured in a major explosion during the unloading of firecrackers at a godown at Attibele, near the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border, on Saturday. While at least 13 people died in a major fire at a firecracker godown at Attibele, close to Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border on Saturday, search was on …

Four killed in an explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Mayiladuthurai
1 year, 3 months ago

Four killed in an explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Mayiladuthurai

The Hindu  

Four persons were killed and four others injured in an explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit at Thillaiyadi village in Mayiladuthurai district on Wednesday. Official sources said eight persons were engaged in manufacturing firecrackers at the unit, located a few metres away from the residential area of Thillaiyadi village. N. Masilamani, 55, of Mutlur in Cuddalore district; R. Mariyappan, 40, …

Huge explosion at India fireworks factory kills nine and damages dozens of homes
1 year, 4 months ago

Huge explosion at India fireworks factory kills nine and damages dozens of homes

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy At least nine people were …

At least 7 people killed, several injured in blast at 'illegal' cracker factory in Duttapukur
1 year, 4 months ago

At least 7 people killed, several injured in blast at 'illegal' cracker factory in Duttapukur

Hindustan Times  

At least 7 people killed, several injured in blast at 'illegal' cracker factory in Duttapukur A rescue operation is underway after an explosion occurred in an illegal cracker factory in Bengal's Duttapukur.. A rescue operation is underway after an explosion occurred in an illegal cracker factory in Bengal's Duttapukur. 1 / 7 At least 7 people killed and several houses …

Eight killed in explosion at illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in West Bengal
1 year, 4 months ago

Eight killed in explosion at illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in West Bengal

The Hindu  

At least eight persons were killed when an explosion occurred on Sunday morning at an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in the Mochpol area under Duttapukur Police Station in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district.Two of the deceased were identified as Keramat Ali and his son Roushan Ali. Only three months ago, over 12 people were killed at an explosion in …

Uttar Pradesh: Two workers dead, one injured after explosion at factory in Noida's Sector 81
1 year, 4 months ago

Uttar Pradesh: Two workers dead, one injured after explosion at factory in Noida's Sector 81

India TV News  

Noida factory explosion: Two workers died and another suffered injuries after a pressure pipe exploded at a spare parts-manufacturing company in Noida, police officials said today. The incident took place on Tuesday inside the factory of United Drilling Tools private limited located in Sector 81, under Phase 2 police station area, they said. "Three workers suffered injuries and were taken …

Nine killed in explosion at fireworks godown in Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district
1 year, 5 months ago

Nine killed in explosion at fireworks godown in Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district

The Hindu  

Nine persons were killed and 11 injured, following a blast at a firecracker godown in Periyapettai in Krishnagiri district on Saturday morning. PM Modi announces relief Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the loss of lives in the accident and announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh each to the kin of the deceased from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund. CM …

Tamil Nadu: 8 killed, several injured in explosion in Krishnagiri firecracker factory godown
1 year, 5 months ago

Tamil Nadu: 8 killed, several injured in explosion in Krishnagiri firecracker factory godown

India TV News  

As many as eight people lost their lives while several others sustained injuries on Saturday after an explosion took place in a godown of a firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district. According to Krishnagiri Superintendant of Police Saroj Kumar Thakore, the blast took place inside the firecracker factory owned by one Ravi in the Pazhayapettai area. “As many as …

Three workers injured in fire at industrial unit in Maharashtra’s Palghar district
1 year, 6 months ago

Three workers injured in fire at industrial unit in Maharashtra’s Palghar district

The Hindu  

Three workers were injured after a "major" fire broke out at an industrial unit in Maharashtra's Palghar district, fire department officials said on July 4. The blaze erupted at around 9.30 p.m. on July 3 in the Tarapur unit of the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation in suburban Boisar, Fire Officer Vaibhav Tandel told PTI. Some storage tanks containing light-density oil …

3 including minor killed in blast in home in Bengal's South 24 Parganas
1 year, 7 months ago

3 including minor killed in blast in home in Bengal's South 24 Parganas

India Today  

Two women and a 10-year-old child were killed in a blast that occurred in a house in Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district on Sunday evening. This is the second blast in an illegal firecracker factory within a span of one week that rocked Bengal, according to sources. The sources said, on Sunday evening, a massive sound of an explosion rocked …

Tamil Nadu: Three dead after inhaling toxic fumes in septic tank in Cuddalore
1 year, 7 months ago

Tamil Nadu: Three dead after inhaling toxic fumes in septic tank in Cuddalore

India TV News  

Tamil Nadu news: Three workers died after inhaling toxic fumes while doing patch-up work on a newly constructed Septic tank near a Srimushnam village of Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore, the police said today. "Krishnamoorthy owned the new house for which a new septic tank was being built. Unfortunately, toxic fumes killed them," Cuddalore Police said. ALSO READ: Tamil Nadu: Fire breaks …

Gujarat: Four charred to death in blaze at firecracker godown in Aravalli district | WATCH
1 year, 8 months ago

Gujarat: Four charred to death in blaze at firecracker godown in Aravalli district | WATCH

India TV News  

Gujarat: A blaze broke out in a firecracker godown in Gujarat's Aravalli district on Thursday evening. At least four workers were charred to death after a massive fire broke out in a godown near Modasa town. Aravalli Superintendent of Police Sanjay Kharat informed that the charred bodies of four workers were recovered from the scene and a rescue operation is …

Andhra Pradesh: Six injured as firecrackers explode near TDP office at Mangalagiri
1 year, 9 months ago

Andhra Pradesh: Six injured as firecrackers explode near TDP office at Mangalagiri

The Hindu  

Six persons were injured, two of them seriously, when firecrackers exploded at the Telugu Desam Party central office, near Mangalagiri, on Friday. The incident took place when the TDP activists were taking out a rally on the occasion of a YSRCP leader from Nellore joining the opposition party. “The firecrackers that are stocked in the truck exploded when sparks fell …

Explosion at Firecracker Unit Kills 11 TN Workers, Violation of Rules Alleged
1 year, 9 months ago

Explosion at Firecracker Unit Kills 11 TN Workers, Violation of Rules Alleged

The Quint  

On 22 March, a massive explosion at a firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu's Kancheepuram resulted in the deaths of at least 11 people and injured nearly 20 others. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a solatium of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the dead and Rs 50,000 for the injured from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund. Narendran Fireworks …

Three killed, at least 5 injured in Vizag building collapse
1 year, 9 months ago

Three killed, at least 5 injured in Vizag building collapse

Hindustan Times  

At least three persons, including two teenagers, were killed and another five people sustained severe injuries after a three-storeyed building collapsed in Andhra Pradesh’s Visakhapatnam on Thursday, police said. NDRF team removing debris of the collapsed building Police said that the incident took place around 1.30am. Deputy commissioner of police Garud Sumit Sunil said that the building was at least …

9 killed in explosion in TN firecracker factory
1 year, 9 months ago

9 killed in explosion in TN firecracker factory

Hindustan Times  

Nine people were killed and 18 were injured in an explosion in a firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu’s Kancheepuram district on Wednesday afternoon, police said. Police said while only seven to 10 people were allowed to work at the premises, the unit had employed more than 27 people. Police said a first information report has been registered and the unit’s …

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