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A freak Train accident altered Arshad Khan's cricket path, forcing him from batting to left-arm pace. His remarkable resilience and impressive performances, including in the IPL, have now earned him a maiden India A call-up for the Sri Lanka tour. This selection highlights his adaptability and promising future in the sport.

A tragic accident occurred near Daltonganj as 66-year-old Sumitra Devi was crushed to death by a 116-wagon freight train. While attempting to crawl beneath the stationary train to cross the tracks, the engine unexpectedly started moving, leaving her no escape.

Three coaches of the Ujjain Express derailed near Rishikesh late Monday night. Fortunately, no passengers were on board. A potential brake failure during maintenance is suspected, though questions linger about safety protocols. Senior officials arrived hours later, and an investigation is underway into the incident.

Alert locomotive drivers, Depak Kumar Barik and Satyaranjan Sahu, averted a potential tragedy by stopping their goods train for a tusker crossing the Sitabinjh-Basantapur railway line. Their quick action and immediate braking allowed the elephant to safely reach the forest, earning praise from locals and highlighting the importance of vigilance in wildlife-prone areas.

A fire erupted in the Thiruvananthapuram-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express in Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh. No injuries were reported; all 68 passengers were safely evacuated. The blaze disrupted rail traffic on the busy Mumbai-Delhi route. In a separate incident, a van carrying repair equipment overturned, injuring five railway staff members. Restoration efforts are underway.

East Coast Railway is installing 3,092 km of fencing to boost passenger and operational safety, aiming to curb trespassing and reduce accidents involving humans and cattle. Nearly 600 km is complete, prioritizing vulnerable areas. This initiative will mitigate delays, improve punctuality, and potentially allow for increased train speeds up to 130 km/h.

Warn Of Loss Of Crucial Habitat, Increased Risk Of Human-Animal Conflict

A dramatic incident unfolded at Bhairab Railway Station in Bangladesh. A father's quick reflexes saved his infant son after the child slipped from his arms onto the tracks. The train passed over them unharmed. While some hailed the father as a hero, others questioned the initial carelessness. Authorities emphasized caution around moving trains, citing a high number of past fatalities.

The state has lost 32 tigers in the first five months of 2026. Poaching is under control, but electrified fencing outside core areas has emerged as a major threat to the big cat. Adding to worries is the canine distemper virus that killed a tigress and 4 cubs in Kanha

A tragic incident unfolded in Dumka district where a 15-year-old boy, Prabhu Rai, lost his life after being hit by a train. While on his morning walk and engrossed in his mobile phone, he failed to notice the approaching train on the Ambajora-Shikaripara railway line. Authorities have registered an unnatural death case and are conducting further investigations.

A tragic incident unfolded at Ghatkopar railway station on Monday morning when 73-year-old Balasubramanium Iyer was fatally struck by a slow local train. The Chembur resident sustained severe head injuries and a severed leg, succumbing to his wounds shortly after being rushed to Rajawadi Hospital. Authorities have registered an accidental death case.

A 13-year-old student, Rueisha Kharsel, tragically died after being struck by a hockey ball during a school training session in Guirim. The incident occurred on the last day of school before summer vacations. She was rushed to the hospital but was declared brought dead, and an unnatural death case has been registered.

The military community mourns the loss of 26-year-old Army commando Mohit from the 29 Para unit, who tragically died during boxing drills at the Special Forces Training School in Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh. A devastating blow to his temple during the exercise led to his untimely passing, despite swift medical intervention at a military hospital.

A severe head-on collision between two local trains in Denmark on Thursday has left several passengers injured. The incident, occurring near Copenhagen, prompted a large-scale emergency response. Authorities confirmed all passengers were safely evacuated, with no one trapped. Investigations into the cause of the major accident are underway.