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In Mumbai, a joyride that turned fatal
2 weeks ago

In Mumbai, a joyride that turned fatal

The Hindu  

It was at noon on December 18 that Tanvi Wakchaure saw her father, Deepchand, for the last time. Mumbai ferry accident: commuters demand action On December 18, the last ferry of the day, Neel Kamal, had left the Gateway at 3:00 p.m. Neel Kamal had a capacity of 80 passengers, but it was carrying 110-115 passengers that day, says an …

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Ferry boat mishap: Body of 44-year-old man found, 7-year-old boy still missing
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ferry boat mishap: Body of 44-year-old man found, 7-year-old boy still missing

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The body of a 44-year-old man who was missing after a Navy speedboat crashed into a ferry carrying more than 100 passengers off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday afternoon was found on Thursday, taking the death toll in the tragedy to 14, according to the police. His family had been waiting outside Colaba police since yesterday for news about …

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Mumbai boat accident: Did ferry passengers not have enough life jackets?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Mumbai boat accident: Did ferry passengers not have enough life jackets?

Firstpost  

Following the devastating boat accident in Mumbai that resulted in 13 passenger deaths, those who survived share harrowing accounts of their nightmarish journey, shedding light on glaring gaps in maritime safety measures. It was overcrowded and many passengers did not have life jackets Passengers aboard the private boat Neel Kamal have since shared harrowing accounts of how their seemingly ordinary …

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‘People crying, screaming’: First responders recount horrific Mumbai boat mishap
3 weeks, 2 days ago

‘People crying, screaming’: First responders recount horrific Mumbai boat mishap

Hindustan Times  

The drivers of boats who rushed to help the victims of Wednesday's deadly ferry tragedy off the Mumbai coast were among the first responders at the scene and described the incident as something they had never witnessed before. Thirteen passengers lost their lives, and 99 others were rescued by the Navy, Coast Guard, and Marine Police after a Navy carft …

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How Navy's speedboat collided with Neelkamal ferry near Gateway of India in Mumbai: Watch video
3 weeks, 3 days ago

How Navy's speedboat collided with Neelkamal ferry near Gateway of India in Mumbai: Watch video

India TV News  

A joyride to Mumbai's Elephanta Island turned into a tragic disaster when a speedboat crashed into a passenger ferry near Gateway of India on Wednesday. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: Deputy CM Shinde takes stock of situation Meanwhile, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde directed authorities to expedite the rescue operations, which were launched by the Indian Coast Guard and local …

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Elephanta Island to be fully vaccinated against Covid on Dec 7
3 years, 1 month ago

Elephanta Island to be fully vaccinated against Covid on Dec 7

Hindustan Times  

The Gharapuri gram panchayat will administer vaccines to 100% population of the Elephanta Island on December 7. The last vaccination drive on Elephanta Island will be conducted on Dec 7, after which the residents will be fully vaccinated against Covid. According to the officials, the last 150 residents will get the second jab on that day and the entire population …

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Raigad district administration gives nod to reopen Elephanta Caves for tourists
3 years, 2 months ago

Raigad district administration gives nod to reopen Elephanta Caves for tourists

Hindustan Times  

The residents of Elephanta Island have now heaved a sigh of relief as the Raigad district administration reopened its ancient caves for the tourists earlier this week. Elephanta Island will no longer wear a deserted look as Raigad district administration gives consent to reopen Elephanta Caves for tourists. Mahendra Kalyankar, collector of Raigad district, said, “As the scenario of Covid …

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