A boat cruise at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur turned deadly as passengers fought to survive during the chaos. Survivors recount loved ones slipping away in front of them—spouses, children, and siblings separated forever—while the toll rose to 11. Alongside the grief, stories of resilience emerged, including the Verma family’s escape.
A deadly fireworks explosion at a manufacturing unit in Mundathikode, Kerala, has claimed 16 lives. The latest death comes after Unnikrishnan succumbed to burns exceeding 80 percent. The blast occurred on April 21 while fireworks were being made for the Thrissur Pooram festivities. Four people are still reported missing.
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