Anekal: Two people died and more than 15 others were injured due to the collapse of a school building under construction. It was reported that the incident took place at Bidarahalli in Anekal taluk at around seven o'clock this morning.

A private school is being constructed in Bidarahalli and the second floor of the building is under construction. The centering of the building collapsed suddenly when the workers started work this morning. On top of that, 25 percent of the workers who were engaged in work fell. It is known that two workers who were seriously injured died on the spot.

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The deceased have been identified as Shahid (31) and Minar Biswas. They are said to be from West Bengal. The injured have been admitted to the Anekal Hospital.

Anekal police and fire brigade personnel have reached the spot and are engaged in rescue operations.

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Chennai: In a tragic incident during the Indian Air Force (IAF) airshow held at Marina Beach in Chennai, four spectators have reportedly lost their lives, and 96 others have been hospitalised. The event, which took place on Sunday, was part of the 92nd IAF Day celebrations and was attended by several dignitaries, including Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, state ministers, Chennai Mayor R. Priya, and a host of other officials.

The airshow featured several aircraft, including the Sukhoi Su-30 MKI, Tejas, and helicopters from the Sarang display team, showcasing the IAF’s aerobatic prowess. The event drew large crowds to Marina Beach, which stretched from the Lighthouse to Chennai Port. Eyewitnesses reported seeing a sudden commotion as some people in the audience started collapsing.

Emergency services were immediately activated, and those affected were rushed to nearby hospitals, including the Government General Hospital and private facilities.

The airshow, which was part of a nationwide series of events to commemorate IAF Day, has been temporarily suspended as officials assess the situation.

Further details are awaited as authorities probe into the circumstances leading to the casualties.