At least five people died and 30 others were injured when a passenger train derailed in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, India, on October 10, 2018. The incident occurred in Harchandpur, located around 77 km south of the state capital, Lucknow. Emergency rescue teams are on-site, and the authorities are working to assist the injured and manage the aftermath of the accident, as reported by ANI News and other media outlets.
A tragic incident occurred on Sunday when an Indian Coast Guard Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv crashed during a routine training mission in Porbandar, Gujarat. The crash, which took place at the Coast Guard Air Enclave, claimed the lives of three crew members, including the two pilots. According to officials, the helicopter experienced technical difficulties at around 12:10 pm, leading to the crash. All three crew members were initially rushed to a hospital in critical condition, but despite efforts, they succumbed to their injuries. Two were declared dead upon arrival, while the third died later. The crash, which occurred near the runway, caused a fire that was quickly contained by emergency services. The incident follows recent upgrades to the ALH fleet, which were intended to address previous safety concerns. The Indian Coast Guard is currently investigating the cause of the crash.