A train collision in Bangkok on Saturday killed at least eight people and injured 25 others, according to rescue officials and police. The crash set off a major fire that engulfed a public bus and nearby cars and motorcycles, forcing firefighters and rescue crews to race to the scene. Teams extracted victims from the wreckage while crews worked to control the flames using water hoses, then cooled the area, vented gas, and continued searching. The cause remains under investigation.
Romelu Lukaku is back in Belgium’s World Cup squad, earning his fourth tournament place after a frustrating injury stretch. The Napoli striker, 33, had not played for Belgium for almost a year and has managed only five Serie A matches this season. His selection comes after he withdrew from earlier friendlies over fitness concerns. Belgium also includes World Cup stalwarts Kevin de Bruyne and Thibaut Courtois, with Axel Witsel heading into his own fourth campaign as well.
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A massive explosion struck a firecracker factory near Tonkkala on AB Road in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, around 11:30 AM. The blast was strong enough to send tremors felt several kilometres away, leaving the community in shock. Authorities are investigating the cause and assessing the damage as victims receive treatment and locals mourn the dead.
A viral video from Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh shows a man being swept into the air during an intense storm after a tin shed is uprooted by extreme winds. The incident reportedly left him severely injured, including fractures in both arms and legs, and he is currently receiving treatment in hospital. Authorities and locals are urging caution during severe weather.
Prateek Yadav died yesterday, but the case has turned more puzzling after the postmortem revealed six antemortem injuries. Three injuries appear to have occurred five to seven days earlier, while three are about a day old. Doctors say his death was caused by a massive clot blocking blood vessels in the lungs and are testing preserved samples to trace the clot’s origin and potential contributing factors.
A massive explosion at a fireworks plant in Changsha, Hunan province, has killed at least 21 people and injured 61 others, according to China’s state media. Xinhua reports nearly 500 rescuers were sent to the scene and residents in danger zones were evacuated, citing the heightened risk posed by two black powder warehouses near the blast site.
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India’s Women’s T20 World Cup squad, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, leans on a trusted batting core and a slow-bowling mix as it chases a maiden title. Recent struggles against South Africa have provided sharp lessons, but injuries to allrounders Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam force changes to India’s bowling depth and balance.
A rector explosion at a pharma plant in Nalgonda district near Hyderabad injured eight people, with one reportedly in critical condition. Reports say the blast occurred due to pressure building in the equipment. Emergency responders rushed the injured for treatment, while authorities are investigating the cause and whether safety protocols were followed at the facility.
Thermos is recalling more than 8 million Stainless King food jars and Sportsman food and beverage bottles after reports that defective stoppers can forcefully eject. The problem has led to serious injuries, including permanent vision loss for at least three people. The affected products were made before July 2023. Consumers should stop using them and contact Thermos for replacements.
Germany has postponed its FIFA World Cup 2026 squad announcement by nine days due to injury concerns. Coach Julian Nagelsmann, originally set to name the squad in Frankfurt on May 12, is now waiting longer so players can recover and prove fitness after the final Bundesliga day, potentially altering who makes the cut.
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A speeding car hit an autorickshaw near Asita Park in East Delhi on Saturday, police said. The auto, carrying passengers from ITO to Anand Vihar Railway Station, left the auto driver and two children injured. Officers reached quickly, took custody of the damaged vehicle, and launched an investigation to identify and trace the absconding occupants of the car.
Eight people were killed in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal district after a vehicle reportedly lost control and plunged about 300 metres into a deep gorge near Nail. Injured passengers were taken to District Hospital Baurari, where doctors said they are receiving treatment and are out of danger. Police and local officials are investigating the crash.
A blast at a firecracker facility in Mundathikode in Kerala’s Thrissur district has left at least six people dead and over 40 feared injured. Firecrackers and raw materials for making them were stored at the site, and the first blast was reported around 3:45 pm. Local authorities are investigating the cause and response.
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