Goods train derails near Bokaro; 15 trains diverted

September 26, 2024 09:32

Another day, another train accident: Two wagons of a goods train derailed near Tupkadih station in Jharkhand's Bokaro affecting movement of trains, an official said on Thursday. Fifteen trains have been diverted on the route, the official said.

"Two wagons of a goods trains carrying steel consignment derailed near Tupkadih station in Bokaro district last night at about 9 pm. We have diverted 15 trains including 14 Express trains," Sumit Narula, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Adra division of South Eastern Railway, told PTI.

The goods train was carrying steel consignment from Bokaro Steel Plant and overturned on the main line between Tupkadih and Bokaro stations. The incident occurred near the northern cabin yard of Tupkadih station and affected train movement on the Bokaro-Gomo section.

« Back to LIVE

TOP STORIES

Consensus with India, will reach solution early: China

China and India were able to "reduce differences" and build "some consensus" on disengaging troops from friction points to end the standoff in eastern Ladakh and agreed to maintain dialogue to reach a resolution acceptable to both sides...

Centre hikes minimum wage rates for workers

This adjustment is aimed at helping workers cope with the rising cost of living, a labour ministry statement said.

SC nixes Gujarat plea to review remarks in Bilkis case

A bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan also rejected the application for listing review petition in open court.

Villages To Safeguard India's Borders

In underlining the role of border villages as custodians of India's frontiers, New Delhi is following China's example in Tibet.

Rain could play spoilsport in Kanpur Test

Skipper Rohit Sharma and coach Gautam Gambhir had a look at the two pitches during the optional training session on the eve of the match at Green Park Stadium. Rain is predicted on the opening day as well as day three. India had played...