Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep grief over the tragic bus accident in Saudi Arabia that killed 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims, most of whom were from Hyderabad. In a Facebook post on Monday, Modi offered condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery for the injured. He stated that the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate in Jeddah are providing all possible assistance and maintaining close contact with Saudi authorities. According to The Indian Express, the accident occurred between Medina and Badr when a bus collided with a tanker truck, causing a fire that led to heavy casualties. Among the deceased were 20 women and 11 children. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also expressed condolences and confirmed that a 24-hour control room has been set up at the Jeddah Consulate to assist families. Indian officials and volunteers are coordinating with Saudi authorities and hospitals to support victims.

A tragic road accident near Medina, Saudi Arabia, claimed the lives of 42 Umrah pilgrims when a passenger bus collided with a diesel tanker early Monday morning. According to local media reports cited by NDTV, most of the victims were Indian nationals, primarily from Hyderabad in Telangana. The bus was traveling from Mecca to Medina when the collision occurred near the Mufrihat area around 2 a.m. Bangladesh time. The impact caused the bus to catch fire, trapping many passengers who were asleep at the time. Among the deceased were at least 11 women and 10 children, though authorities are still verifying the exact numbers. Rescue teams reported that the bus was completely burned, making identification of victims extremely difficult. One survivor, identified as Mohammad Abdul Shuaib, has been hospitalized. The Telangana government is coordinating with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh to assist with the aftermath and repatriation efforts.

A devastating explosion near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station in New Delhi killed at least eight people on Monday evening and left many others injured, according to fire service and police officials. The blast occurred in a car parked beside the station, and its intensity triggered fires in three to four nearby vehicles, shattered windowpanes, and caused widespread panic in the area. The Delhi Fire Service reported receiving an emergency call at 7:05 p.m., after which seven fire tenders were deployed to control the blaze. Videos and photos from the scene showed plumes of smoke rising from burning vehicles and extensive damage across the vicinity.

Eyewitnesses described horrifying scenes, including body parts being thrown into the air by the force of the explosion. One witness told local media that he saw a severed hand lying on the road and felt his ears ringing for minutes after the blast. Others reported feeling the shockwave shake nearby buildings, windows, and doors. Police have cordoned off the area, halted traffic across central Delhi, and launched an investigation into the cause, which remains unclear. Emergency teams transported the injured to LNJP Hospital, where doctors confirmed eight deaths.

A UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded shortly after takeoff from Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport in Kentucky on Tuesday evening, killing at least three people and injuring 11 others. Governor Andy Beshear said the numbers are likely to rise as emergency teams continue search and rescue operations amid dangerous conditions. The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 aircraft, built in 1991, was en route to Honolulu when flames erupted on its left wing around 5:15 p.m. Video footage showed the aircraft briefly lifting off before crashing and bursting into a massive fireball. Nearby structures sustained significant damage, including parts of a roof torn off near the runway. Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg cited the large quantity of jet fuel onboard as a major hazard for responders. Authorities have issued a shelter-in-place order for areas north of the airport up to the Ohio River due to possible toxic fumes. Louisville’s UPS hub, one of the world’s largest package handling facilities, has temporarily suspended operations. Officials urge residents to stay indoors and keep emergency routes clear while investigations continue.

A small tourist aircraft flying along Kenya’s coast has crashed, raising fears that all 12 people on board have perished. According to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), the aircraft was en route to the private Kichwa Tembo airstrip near Masai Mara National Park when it went down early Tuesday morning, around 5:30 a.m. local time. The plane had departed from Diani, a popular tourist destination, before losing contact with air traffic controllers. Rescue teams and government agencies have rushed to the crash site to investigate the cause of the accident. While officials have not released further details, authorities have confirmed that all passengers were aboard the ill-fated flight. This tragedy comes just months after another deadly crash in August, when an Amref aircraft went down near Nairobi, killing six people and injuring two others.

What was meant to be a festival of light turned into a nightmare for many families in Madhya Pradesh, India. During Diwali celebrations, 14 children lost their eyesight permanently, and over 120 others suffered severe eye injuries after using homemade “carbide guns” — toy-like firecracker devices sold openly in local markets for just ₹150–₹200. These improvised explosive toys, made from plastic or tin pipes filled with gunpowder, match heads, and calcium carbide, cause violent explosions when ignited. The blasts released hot metal particles and toxic fumes that burned retinas and damaged irises beyond repair. Hospitals in Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, and Gwalior are overwhelmed with injured children. Authorities have arrested six people linked to illegal sales, while doctors warn that these are not toys but deadly explosives. Experts blame viral “firecracker gun challenges” on social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube for fueling the dangerous craze.

At least 18 people have died after a bus was crushed by falling rocks during a landslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh, India. The tragic incident occurred near the Ballu Bridge in Bilaspur’s Jhandutta constituency around 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7. The bus, carrying around 30 to 35 passengers from Rohtak in Haryana to Ghumarwin in Bilaspur, was completely flattened by large boulders tumbling down the hillside. Rescue teams from the local administration, police, and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) rushed to the site and have so far rescued three survivors. Officials fear the death toll may rise as more passengers remain trapped. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has expressed grief and directed rescue efforts, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced ₹200,000 compensation for each victim’s family. Continuous rainfall and multiple landslides have severely affected the region’s transport network.

A tragic accident struck Ethiopia’s Arerti town, 70 kilometers east of Addis Ababa, when temporary scaffolding collapsed during an annual Virgin Mary festival. At least 36 worshippers lost their lives and more than 200 were injured, many in critical condition. Authorities confirmed that some victims might still be trapped under debris, while rescue efforts continue. The collapse occurred around 7:45 a.m. as hundreds of devotees gathered at the church. Police and local officials fear the death toll could rise. Photos released by Ethiopian state broadcaster EBC showed piles of wooden beams scattered across the church compound. Some critically injured were transferred to hospitals in the capital. The government expressed condolences and emphasized prioritizing safety. Construction-related accidents remain common in Ethiopia due to lax enforcement of health and safety regulations, despite its deep-rooted Christian traditions.

At least 193 people have died following two separate boat sinkings in the northwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo, and several others are missing, authorities reported. The incidents occurred on Wednesday and Thursday roughly 150 km apart in Équateur province.

Officials said a wooden passenger boat overturned after catching fire near the village of Malange, close to Lukolela, on Thursday evening; that accident killed 107 people and rescued 209 others, with 146 still reported missing. A day earlier, a motorized boat capsized in the Basankusu area, killing at least 86 people, most of them students.

A horrific train accident occurred on Chattogram’s Kalurghat Bridge, where a train collided with several vehicles, including private cars, CNG auto-rickshaws, and pickups. The collision left the vehicles mangled and caused panic in the area. So far, at least 10 people have been confirmed dead, and many others are feared injured. Rescue operations are ongoing, and authorities have yet to determine the full extent of the damage. Eyewitnesses report a chaotic scene with widespread devastation.

Two people were killed and 16 others injured in two separate road accidents in Natore on Thursday morning. One accident occurred on the Natore-Bogura highway when a BRTC bus lost control and fell into a roadside ditch while avoiding a covered van, killing one passenger. The other incident involved a collision between a truck and a covered van in Gunaihati, Baraigram, leaving the van driver dead and the helper injured. The injured were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.

A tragic incident occurred at Baharpur Noor-e-Madina Hafizia Women’s Madrasa in Baliakandi, where a student named Kaniz Fatema died after a water tank collapsed in the ablution area. The accident took place early Tuesday morning as Fatema and another student, Mim Akter, were preparing for Fajr prayers. Mim was injured and rushed to Rajbari Sadar Hospital. Local police, including the OC and SI, arrived at the scene and began an investigation. Legal proceedings regarding the incident are currently ongoing.

At least 148 people have died and many remain missing after a fire engulfed a passenger boat on the Congo River. According to Josephine-Pacifique Lokumu, head of a local delegation, the boat—constructed from wood—was carrying several hundred passengers. The fire is believed to have been started by cooking activities on board. Some passengers have been rescued, but search and recovery operations are still ongoing.

The death toll from the nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, has climbed to at least 221. The tragedy occurred early Tuesday during a concert by popular merengue singer Rubby Pérez at the ‘Jet Set’ nightclub. Presidential spokesperson Homero Figueroa confirmed the end of the rescue operation in a video statement, saying, “Now is the time to understand and explain what truly happened.” Emergency crews successfully rescued nearly 200 people from the debris.

Ashiqur Rahman, a 30-year-old Youth League leader from Sonargaon, Narayanganj, died after setting himself on fire over a family dispute. He sustained severe burns on April 7 after pouring kerosene on himself and was admitted to the National Burn Institute. Despite receiving treatment, he passed away on April 10. Ashiqur was the general secretary of Ward 8 Youth League in Shambhupura Union. Police have acknowledged the incident and stated that an investigation is underway, with legal action to follow.