river safety
Tragic Drowning During Chhath Puja: 17-Year-Old Boy Dies in Ganga River, Another Teen Missing
Oct 28, 2025 04:02 am CST
A tragic accident during Chhath Puja celebrations in Uttar Pradesh has claimed the life of a 17-year-old boy who drowned in the Ganga river at Nifra village in Vindhyachal. Three others were rescued by a local boatman, while search operations continue for a missing 16-year-old. The incident highlights water safety concerns during religious festivities.
Tragedy in Andhra Pradesh: 4 Boys Swept Away While Swimming in Flood-Swollen Swarnamukhi River
Oct 25, 2025 02:08 am CST
A tragic incident unfolded in Vedanthapuram near Tirupati when four boys were swept away by surging currents while swimming in the Swarnamukhi river. Three others were rescued by locals as search operations continue for the missing victims. Officials have urged public caution during the rainy season following this devastating accident that has shaken the community.