At least 15 people were killed and 19 were critically injured when a bus on Guatemala’s Inter-American Highway in Solola Department plunged into a deep gorge. Reports say dense fog sharply reduced visibility, leaving drivers with little time to react. Rescuers have been working at the scene to extract victims and transport the injured as authorities investigate the exact cause.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced ex gratia compensation for victims of a tragic road accident in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal district. The next of kin of those who died will receive Rs 2 lakh, while injured people will get Rs 50,000. The crash reportedly claimed eight lives, prompting the immediate announcement for support.
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A multi-vehicle collision near Barkha Ghuman Baisod Balay Hill in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, killed 11 people and left others injured. The crash occurred around 8:30 pm under the jurisdiction of Drumandganj Police Station, according to Mirzapur police. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief and announced ex gratia compensation for the families of the deceased and for the injured.
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 speeding car crashed into a road signboard near Veeravalli Toll Plaza in Ananthapalli, Nallajerla mandal of East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. Police said the passengers were returning to their native village after taking a physically disabled man to Chennai for medical treatment. Three people died on the spot and one suffered serious injuries.
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