A survivor of the Mumbai boat tragedy that killed 14 people has disputed the Navy's claim of "engine failure," alleging the speedboat driver was "showing off." The Navy vessel, undergoing engine trials, collided with the Neel Kamal ferry near Karanja on Wednesday afternoon. Gaurav Gupta, who lost his aunt in the crash, described the speedboat's reckless zig-zagging before it rammed the ferry. The ferry, carrying passengers to Elephanta Island, began sinking shortly after impact, with many not wearing life jackets. Gupta added, "It felt like a display," and urged authorities to investigate the driver’s behavior. Rescue operations are ongoing.

A devastating fire erupted in Jaipur’s Ajmer Road early Friday when a truck collided with a parked CNG tanker near a petrol pump. The explosion killed 8 people and injured over 40, with 28 critically hurt. The blaze, visible for kilometers, engulfed several vehicles, including nearby trucks. Locals reported hearing explosions 10 km away. Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma visited the injured at SMS Hospital, promising swift medical aid and rescue operations. Preliminary investigations reveal the truck carried chemicals, causing repeated explosions. Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed concern and assured assistance during a call with the CM.

A private school in Delhi's Dwarka received a bomb threat on Friday, prompting immediate action from emergency response teams. The Delhi Police confirmed that classes were shifted online for safety. Authorities are investigating the matter, with no further updates yet. This incident follows a series of recent bomb threat hoaxes targeting schools in Delhi. On December 13, 30 schools received similar emails traced to foreign sources. Former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal expressed concerns about the psychological impact on students. The Delhi High Court has directed authorities to implement an SOP for handling such emergencies within eight weeks.

A chemical-laden truck collided with an LPG tanker, causing a massive fire at a fuel station on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway, killing 5 and injuring 24 on Friday. The fire spread rapidly, engulfing 40 vehicles at the Bhankrota fuel station. Over 20 fire tenders were deployed to control the blaze. Jaipur District Magistrate Jitendra Soni confirmed the injured were rushed to Sawai Man Singh Hospital. Preliminary investigations revealed the collision triggered multiple vehicle fires. Authorities are conducting relief operations and investigating the cause. Eyewitnesses described the flames as overwhelming, with efforts to extinguish the fire continuing for hours.

Parents of the trainee doctor allegedly raped and murdered at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College in August have moved the Calcutta High Court, demanding a fresh probe. Dissatisfied with the ongoing Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry, they cited a lack of trust in the process. Justice Tirthankar Ghosh instructed the petitioners to include the CBI as a party and refile the matter on December 23. The victim’s body was discovered in a hospital seminar room, with Kolkata Police civic volunteer Sanjay Roy charged as the primary accused. Public protests continue over alleged delays and lapses in the investigation.

A boat accident off Mumbai's coast on Wednesday killed 13 people, including 3 Indian Navy personnel. The Navy said the accident occurred when one of its speedboats lost control due to an engine malfunction. The boat collided with the Neelkamal ferry, which capsized. 101 people were rescued, with survivors being taken to nearby hospitals. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed the deaths of 10 civilians and three Navy personnel. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh offered condolences and said search and rescue operations were underway, involving naval helicopters, crafts, and Coast Guard boats.

Tragic boat accident that occurred off Mumbai’s coast on December 18, when a Navy speedboat collided with the Neelkamal ferry, killing 13 people. The dead include 10 civilians and 3 Navy personnel. The ferry was en route to Elephanta Island when the crash happened around 4 pm. Rescue operations involved Navy boats, Coast Guard, and helicopters, saving 101 people. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis confirmed the toll and announced an investigation. PM Modi expressed condolences and offered ₹2 lakh for each deceased’s family and ₹50,000 for the injured.

Navy speedboat undergoing engine trials collided with a ferry near Mumbai, leaving 13 dead, including a naval officer and two technicians. The ferry, carrying 110 passengers, was en route to Elephanta Island. Ten ferry passengers died, while 102 people, including two from the speedboat, were rescued. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announced ₹5 lakh compensation for the victims’ families. Rescue operations by the Navy, Coast Guard, and local authorities are ongoing. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed deep sadness over the incident. The accident occurred around 4 pm, with the ferry tilting after the collision.

A ferry traveling from Mumbai’s Gateway of India to Elephanta Caves capsized near Elephanta Island on Wednesday after colliding with a defence vessel. 2 people have died, and five are still missing. Rescue operations are ongoing, with help from the Navy, Coast Guard, and marine police. Over 75 passengers were rescued, some taken to Navi Mumbai, Mumbai Dockyard, and Gateway of India. The Coast Guard and helicopters are searching for survivors. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said most passengers were saved, and rescue efforts continue. Elephanta Island is a popular tourist spot, known for its ancient Gharpuri caves.

A tragic incident occurred near Mumbai’s Gateway of India on December 18, 2024, when a speedboat collided with a ferry carrying 56 passengers, resulting in one death. The boat, traveling from the Gateway to Elephanta Island, began sinking on its return journey. Twenty passengers were rescued, with visuals showing people in life jackets being transferred to other boats. The rescue operation is ongoing, with teams from the Indian Navy, Coast Guard, and local authorities involved. The ferry route is popular for visiting the Elephanta Caves, an iconic tourist destination.