Icon star Allu Arjun has been arrested in connection with a stampede at Sandhya Theatre during the premiere of his latest hit Pushpa 2 on December 4, which resulted in the death of a 35-year-old woman and left her son critically injured. A case was filed against the actor, his security, and theatre management, accusing them of poor crowd control. On December 13, the police took Allu Arjun into custody, citing a lack of prior notification of his visit and inadequate security measures. Allu Arjun has announced Rs 25 lakh assistance for the deceased's family, expressing his heartbreak over the tragedy.
13 December,2024 07:56 PM IST
BJP MP Ravi Kishan spoke to the media on November 26 in Lucknow, criticizing the opposition for questioning EVMs (Electronic Voting Machines) after the Maharashtra Assembly poll results. He said the opposition only raises doubts about EVMs in states where they lose, calling them "boka" (brainless). Kishan also mentioned Karti Chidambaram, son of former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram, who rejected the claims of EVM tampering. Regarding the Sambhal violence, Kishan condemned the stone-pelting incident involving officials who visited the area under court orders. He said such actions were wrong and urged local leaders not to instigate youth into violence. He appealed to Muslim youth to stay peaceful and respect court orders, stressing that no one should engage in violence. Watch video.
26 November,2024 10:39 AM IST
A stampede occurred at Bandra station early on October 27, injuring nine people as passengers rushed to board the delayed Bandra-Gorakhpur Express. CCTV footage circulating on social media captures the chaotic scene as crowds pushed and shoved to enter the train. The train, scheduled to depart at 5:15 AM, arrived late at platform number 1, prompting a surge of passengers around 2:55 AM. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) attributed the chaos to the festive rush leading up to Diwali, with demand for seats far exceeding the platform's capacity. Of the injured, seven are reported to be in stable condition, while two individuals sustained serious injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident to ensure passenger safety in the future.
28 October,2024 12:22 PM IST
Bandra stampede which occurred as many passengers were traveling home for Chhath Puja and Diwali celebrations, has raised serious concerns. Subhash Pasi, a former MLA from Uttar Pradesh and current BJP karyakarta in Mumbai, highlighted the chaos caused by overcrowded trains during this festive season. He expressed his deep concern for the safety of passengers and demanded justice for those affected by the incident. Pasi emphasized the need for accountability and better management to prevent such tragedies in the future, calling for compensation for the injured. His comments reflect a growing call for improved railway safety measures to ensure the well-being of passengers during peak travel times.
27 October,2024 02:09 PM IST
A stampede at Bandra Terminus in Mumbai on 27th October injured nine people as passengers rushed to board a train to Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reported that the situation was chaotic due to the festive rush before Diwali. The train, number 22921, was supposed to leave at 5:15 AM but arrived late at platform number 1. Around 2:55 AM, many passengers gathered at the platform, leading to a surge when they tried to enter the general compartment of the train. Due to overcrowding on train, the Bandra-Gorakhpur Express, passenger demand exceeded platform capacity, resulting in injuries. Of the injured, seven are in stable condition, while two have serious injuries. Eyewitnesses of the Bandra stampede described panic at the scene, with one man seen sitting on a bench with a torn shirt and visibly in pain. The BMC confirmed that emergency services responded quickly, and the injured were taken to Bhabha Hospital for treatment. They assured the public that the situation is now under control at the terminus. However, Western Railway has issued an official statement downplaying the incident, reporting only two injuries from the stampede. The WR’s statement contrasts with hospital reports indicating nine injuries, two of which are critical.
27 October,2024 12:11 PM IST
Advocate AP Singh, speaking to ANI on July 7 about the Hathras stampede, alleged a pre-planned conspiracy. He claimed unidentified individuals sprayed poisonous substances, causing many to lose consciousness. Singh urged a thorough investigation by the Special Investigation Team to uncover those responsible. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also hinted at a conspiracy behind the incident, announcing a judicial inquiry. Adityanath emphasized the need to determine whether the stampede was an accident or a deliberate act. The state government's decision to conduct a judicial inquiry reflects concerns over the incident's nature and those potentially involved. . #hathrasstampede #hathrastragedy #bholebaba #yogiadityanath #news #india #hathrasstampedeupdate #hathras
08 July,2024 02:14 PM IST
Breaking silence on the Hathras Stampede tragedy, Suraj Pal Singh aka 'Bhole Baba' on July 06 said that he was very grieved by the incident. He further said that he requested the committee to take care of the victim’s relatives. He said, “I am deeply saddened after the incident of July 2. May God give us the strength to bear this pain. Please keep faith in the government and the administration. I have faith that anyone who created the chaos would not be spared. Through my lawyer AP Singh, I have requested the members of the committee to stand with the bereaved families and the injured and help them throughout their lives.”
06 July,2024 11:01 AM IST
Team India scored a big win against South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2024. Maharashtra's budget for 2024 was also a major headline. In a tragic incident, five members of a family lost their lives at a waterfall in Lonavala. Another heartbreaking event was the Hathras stampede, where overcrowding at a Satsang in Uttar Pradesh led to the deaths of over 121 people on July 2nd. Also making waves was Rahul Gandhi's controversial Hindu remarks in the Lok Sabha on July 1st.
05 July,2024 07:46 PM IST
On 2nd July, over 121 people were killed in a crush at a religious gathering in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras. The incident took place at a Satsang which is a hindu religious event, at Phulrai village in Hathras. The daughter of the deceased on July 5 narrated the horrific Hathras stampede incident during Satsang. The victim’s daughter claimed that the ‘Bhole Baba’ asked the devotees to take the dust from his feet. “...He asked us how it all happened. I told him while he was leaving, Baba asked the devotees, 'Mere charno ki dhool lo'. After which people ran to touch his feet. They collided with each other and fell one upon the other... When my mother didn't come home, we went to search for her. There were bodies covered in mud...,” said bereaved Family.
05 July,2024 03:57 PM IST
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi reached the residence of a victim of the Hathras stampede, in Aligarh on July 05. After Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi's visit, a member of a bereaved family said, "He told us that he would help us with the help of the party... He asked us how everything happened...". Over 121 people have been killed in a crush at a religious gathering in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras, on 2nd July. The incident took place at a Satsang which is a hindu religious event, at Phulrai village in Hathras. The victims, including a large number of women and some children, are still being identified. As per the reports, the stampede took place after the satsang when a crowd of thousands of people started exiting the venue at once.
05 July,2024 11:45 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
