Couple among 3 killed in blast in Jharkhand's Hazaribag
Hazaribag (PTI): Three people, including a couple, were killed in a blast at Habibi Nagar area in Jharkhand’s Hazaribag on Wednesday, police said.
The reason behind the explosion could not be immediately ascertained, and a forensic team has been rushed to the spot, they said.
"A husband and wife were among three killed in the blast at Habibi Nagar in Bara Bazar town outpost area," SDPO, Sadar, Amit Kumar Anand told PTI.
“Forensic and technical teams have been sent to the spot to ascertain the nature and type of the explosive. Detailed information will be provided after the investigation is completed,” Jharkhand Police spokesperson Michael Raj S told PTI.
The blast occurred around 4 pm, killing two persons on the spot, while one succumbed to injuries during treatment at Seikh Bhikhari Medical College and Hospital, he said.
The deceased were identified as Saddam, his wife Nanhi Parveen and Rashida Parveen.
In 2016, four people were killed while reportedly manufacturing bombs at Habibi Nagar.
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Army rescues 135 tourists from landslides-hit North Sikkim, many still stranded
Gangtok (PTI): A total of 135 stranded tourists have been rescued by the Army from North Sikkim, where multiple landslides have snapped road connectivity, officials said on Thursday.
Around 1,000 tourists remain stranded in Lachen, with sustained efforts underway to ensure their rescue at the earliest, they said.
The rescue operation is being carried out by the Trishakti Corps under the Eastern Command amid heavy snowfall, they added.
Critical passes have been opened and alternate routes activated to facilitate the rescue mission, named 'Operation Him Setu', officials said.
A total of 32 light vehicles and 10 motorcycles have been moved out so far, with Army vehicles deployed to tow civilian vehicles across steep, snowbound stretches, they said.
Medical emergencies and those requiring immediate assistance are being prioritised, officials said.
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is working in close coordination with the Army, undertaking continuous road clearance, snow removal and restoration of connectivity despite challenging terrain and weather, they said.
"Our foremost priority is the safety and well-being of every citizen. Our teams remain committed to providing all necessary assistance on the ground," an Army official said.
Multiple landslides have disrupted road connectivity between Lachen and Chungthang, an area close to the India-China border.
