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Investigation underway in New Delhi Railway Station stampede: Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, March 10: Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw informed Rajya Sabha on Monday that an investigation is underway in the New Delhi Railway Station stampede in which 18 people lost their lives. He also refuted the allegations of the opposition that the camera of the CCTV of the incident was closed.
Boy injured in 'Pushpa 2' premier stampede still can't recognise family
Hyderabad, March 10: More than three months after he lost his mother and suffered critical injuries in the stampede at a theatre in Hyderabad during the premier show of "Pushpa 2", nine-year-old Sritej is neurologically not showing any improvement and is still unable to recognise family members.
Railways to create permanent waiting areas outside 60 stations to control crowd
New Delhi, March 7: Weeks after the stampede at New Delhi Ralway station, which claimed 18 persons were killed, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw held a high-level meeting on crowd control at stations on Friday, announcing the decision to create permanent waiting areas outside 60 stations across the country.
Rahul Gandhi interacts with coolies at NDLS, pledges to fight for their rights
New Delhi, March 5: Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday expressed deep concern over the rising number of stampedes at railway stations after interaction with coolies who helped passengers during the February 15 tragedy.
Will fight with all my might for their rights: Rahul Gandhi reiterates his support to porters
New Delhi, March 5: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi reiterated his concern over the dire condition of porters and said that he would fight with all his "might" to bring their demands to the government's attention.
Top railway official faces action for New Delhi railway station stampede
New Delhi, March 4: Heads seem to have started rolling over the stampede at New Delhi Railway station last month with the government shifting out the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Delhi, an official said on Tuesday.
Swift action prevented panic, ensured order after Maha Kumbh stampede: CM Yogi
Lucknow, March 3: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday praised his government's prompt actions following the tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on January 29.
It is in darkest times that...: Rahul Gandhi lauds porters for saving lives during NDLS stampede
New Delhi, March 1: Congress MP and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi interacted with porters at the New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday and lauded them for saving lives of several passengers during the stampede last month.
SC declines to hear petition claiming higher toll in New Delhi Railway Station stampede
New Delhi, Feb 28: The Supreme Court on Friday turned away a petitioner who, citing video footage and visuals related to the February 15 night stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station, claimed that the death toll had been suppressed by the authorities, thereby, denying ex-gratia to families of many victims.
No legal provision: TMC's Mahua Moitra on reports of Railways asking X to remove stampede content
New Delhi, February 22: TMC leader Mahua Moitra on Friday slammed the Ministry of Railways and said that there is absolutely no legal basis for the Railways to demand the removal of videos related to the New Delhi stampede.
What now? Grieving families seek answers after clean chit to Bhole Baba in Hathras stampede
Hathras: , Feb 21 (IANS) After the judicial commission gave a clean chit to Bhole Baba in the Hathras stampede case, families who lost their loved ones have expressed deep dissatisfaction, questioning, “What do we do now?”
Action will be taken against whoever is responsible: UP Dy CM Brajesh Pathak on Hathras stampede
Lucknow, February 21: Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak said that the committee had submitted its report in the Vidhan Sabha regarding the Hathras incident.
Bhole Baba gets clean chit in Hathras stampede that claimed 121 lives
Lucknow, Feb 21: The Judicial Commission investigating the tragic stampede in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, has submitted its final report to the Yogi Adityanath-led government. The incident, which took place on July 2, 2024, during a religious congregation, claimed 121 lives, most of them women, and left dozens injured.
Maha Kumbh arrangements were good; opposition spreading misinformation: BJP's N Ramchander Rao
Hyderabad, February 20: Senior BJP leader N Ramchander Rao on Thursday hailed the Maha Kumbh as a grand success, emphasizing its significance in Indian culture and faith.
Delhi HC seeks railway's response on New Delhi station stampede
New Delhi, Feb 19: Following a "devastating stampede" which broke out at the New Delhi Railway Station during peak evening hours on February 15 leaving 18 dead, the Delhi High Court on Wednesday called for a response from the railway authorities.
This is Mrityu Kumbh: West Bengal CM Mamata criticizes lack of planning at Maha Kumbh
Kolkata, February 18: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has raised serious concerns over the management of Maha Kumbh 2025, calling the event "Mrityu Kumbh" due to what she described as a lack of proper planning.
UP govt misused public money, should resign: Shivpal Yadav on Prayagraj stampede
Lucknow, Feb 18: Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav on Tuesday alleged that the Uttar Pradesh government misused public money and should resign.
Ministry of Railways plans to build permanent holding areas at stations for better crowd management
New Delhi, February 17: After the stampede incident at New Delhi station on February 15, the Ministry of Railways is planning to construct permanent holding areas at around 60 railway stations across the country, which are prone to crowd congestion.
Indian Railways rolls out safety overhaul after New Delhi Station stampede
New Delhi, Feb 17: In the wake of the tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station in which over 18 people were killed and over a dozen were injured, the Railway Ministry has announced a comprehensive overhaul of crowd management protocols across the country.
Delhi Police deploy six officers at NDLS for crowd management
New Delhi, Feb 17: Two days after the tragic incident which claimed 18 lives, the Delhi Police have deployed six inspector-rank officers at the New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) to enhance crowd management and ensure passenger safety.
Delhi stampede caused by confusion over train announcements, say Delhi Police
New Delhi, February 16: Delhi Police has said that the confusion over the trains led to the stampede at New Delhi railway station, leading to the death of 18 people and leaving 15 injured. The incident took place on Saturday evening.
Porters recount events during New Delhi Railway Station stampede
New Delhi, February 16: Porters (coolies) who were present during the stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station recount the events of the tragic night, further stating how they helped the passengers to get out of the station. As many as 18 people were killed and 15 others were injured in the fatal incident.
New Delhi station tragedy: Railways denies platform change or special train cancellation
New Delhi, Feb 16: A devastating stampede occurred at New Delhi Railway Station on the night of February 15, claiming the lives of 18 people and leaving 15 others injured. The incident took place around 9.15 p.m.
New Delhi station stampede: Nitish Kumar announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia for families of Bihar victims
Patna, Feb 16: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday announced ex gratia for the family members of the deceased from the state.
India needs to make crowd control a national mission: Anand Mahindra
New Delhi, February 16: A day after the massive stampede at New Delhi Railway Station that took lives of at least 18 people, Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra said that India needs to make crowd control and safety a national mission.
Railway Ministry probing if any conspiracy or fake news behind Delhi stampede: Sukanta Majumdar
Bardhaman, February 16: Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar stated that the Railway Ministry is investigating whether "fake news" was propagated, leading to the stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday. As many as 18 people were killed and many others were left injured in the tragedy.
Delhi stampede: CCTV footage examined, eyewitness statements to be recorded, says Indian Railways probe panel
New Delhi, February 16: The two-member committee formed to investigate the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station have started examining CCTV footage and collecting evidence, an official of the Indian Railways said on Sunday.
Those who demean Sanatan Dharma are evils: Union Minister Sanjay Seth on stampede
Ranchi, Feb 16: Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station, which claimed 18 lives.
Railways names two-member panel formed to probe New Delhi stampede; high-level inquiry begins
New Delhi, February 16: A two-member committee has been formed to investigate the stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station on Februray 15, in which 18 people died and several sustained injuries . The committee comprises Narsingh Deo, Northern Railway's Principal Chief Commercial Manager (PCCM), and Pankaj Gangwar, its Principal Chief Safety Commissioner (PCSC), the railways said on Sunday.
Railways will act against those responsible for New Delhi station stampede: Ramdas Athawale
New Delhi, Feb16: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale expressed deep sorrow over the stampede that occurred at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night. Speaking to IANS, Athawale stated that the administration should be more vigilant to prevent such incidents in the future.
Mismanagement led to stampede at New Delhi railway station: Lalu Prasad Yadav
Patna, Feb 16: Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Union Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav criticised the Central government over stampede at New Delhi Railway Station which resulted in the deaths of at least 18 persons.
Congress' Naseem Khan slams Centre for stampede, demands Railway Minister's resignation
Mumbai, Feb 16: Congress leader Naseem Khan on Sunday expressed grief over the demise of 18 people in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station and blamed the Central government for the incident.
New Delhi stampede: Congress leaders extend condolences to bereaved families, flay Railways & Centre
New Delhi, Feb 16: Following the devastating stampede at New Delhi Railway Station which claimed 18 lives, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed deepest condolences to the families of the victims and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured.
New Delhi stampede: Relative of deceased recounts chaos, says panic broke after 'sudden announcement'
New Delhi, February 16: Poonam Devi, a relative of one of the deceased in the New Delhi Railway Station stampede, arrived at LNJP Hospital mortuary on Sunday to receive the body of her family member.
Better arrangements could have prevented New Delhi railway stampede: Congress alleges mismanagement, negligence
New Delhi, February 16: Congress party has criticised the NDA-led Central government, asking why there were no arrangements for crowd management and why more trains were not run.
New Delhi Railway station stampede: Victims suffer lower limb, bone injuries
New Delhi, February 16: A majority of the victims who sustained injuries in the New Delhi Railway Station stampede have suffered lower limb injuries while others suffered from bone injuries, as per official sources.
New Delhi Railway stampede: Negligence by Railway Ministry, says Punjab CM Mann: Pity no care is being taken for precious lives...
Amritsar, February 15: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. He blamed the Ministry of Railways and said that the accident took place due to their negligence.
Passenger slipped on stairs at New Delhi Railway Station..: CPRO Northern Railways on NDLS stampede
New Delhi, February 16: Chief Public Relations Officer of Northern Railway, Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay on Sunday said that a passenger coming towards platforms 14-15 slipped and fell on the stairs, and many passengers standing behind him were hit, leading to the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station.
New Delhi Railway station stampede: Indian Railways announces compensation of Rs 10 lakh to families of deceased
New Delhi, February 16: A compensation of Rs 10 lakh by the Indian Railways was announced to the families of the deceased who lost their lives in the stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station, as per a release.
President Murmu expresses grief over New Delhi Railway Station stampede, extends condolences
New Delhi, February 16: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday expressed deep anguish over the loss of lives in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. She extended her heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.