Historical Events tagged with "odisha"
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Passenger Train Collision Near Balasor
Two passenger trains collided with a parked freight train near Balasor, Odisha, leading to 296 deaths and over 1,200 injuries. The incident occurred when the passenger trains were en route, resulting in significant damage and chaos. Emergency services were deployed to assist the injured and secure the area. Investigation into the cause of the collision began immediately.
Continue ReadingDevastating Cyclone Strikes Odisha, India
A powerful cyclone hit Odisha, India, causing severe damage with wind speeds exceeding 250 km/h and heavy rainfall exceeding 1,000 mm. It struck near the city of Paradip, prompting massive evacuations and resulting in widespread destruction of homes, infrastructure, and crops. The state mobilized emergency services, but logistical challenges complicated the response. Millions were affected as floodwaters engulfed entire villages.
Continue ReadingGraham Staines and Sons Killed in India
Australian missionary Graham Staines and his two sons, Philip and Timothy, were attacked and killed by a mob of radical Hindus while they were sleeping in their car in the eastern state of Odisha, India. The family had been working in the area as part of a Christian missionary team, providing care and support to the local community. On that fateful night, the assailants set the vehicle ablaze, resulting in their deaths and shocking the world. The incident highlighted tensions surrounding religious practices in the region.
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