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37 Dead In Bangladesh As Packed Ferry Catches Fire: Police

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37 Dead In Bangladesh As Packed Ferry Catches Fire: Police

Police said that on Friday, a crowded night ferry caught fire in Bangladesh, killing at least 37 people. Frightened passengers jumped off the boat and fled the fire.
The latest maritime tragedy that hit this impoverished low-lying country occurred in the early hours of the morning in a river near Jalokati, 250 kilometers (160 miles) south of Dhaka.

“We have found 37 bodies. The death toll may rise. Most people died in the fire, and a few people drowned after many people jumped into the river,” local police chief Muinur Islam told AFP society.

Islam said that the fire is believed to have originated in the engine room and burned down the ferry. Despite the official capacity of 310 people, the ship carried at least 500 people, many of whom returned home from the capital.

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“We have sent approximately 100 burn patients to the hospital in Barisal,” he said.

Witnesses stated that the fire broke out at around 3:00 am (2100 GMT) and spread rapidly.

“We slept on the mats on the first floor deck. All passengers were sleeping. My 9-year-old grandson Nayeem was with me and he jumped into the river. I don’t know what happened to him,” an elderly grandmother said .

Other survivors said that they had seen a small fire in the cabin when they departed from Sadarghat River Station in Dhaka at 9:00 on Thursday night.

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Another survivor at the Barisal Medical College Hospital said: “As the fire spread, many people escaped. Many people were unable to leave the cabin where they slept. Many jumped into the river.”

Local district chief Johar Ali said that within an hour after the fire broke out, rescuers arrived at the scene and took the injured to a nearby hospital.

“We talked to passengers. They said there were 500 to 700 passengers,” he told AFP.

“The fire lasted four or five hours before it was extinguished. The entire [ferry] was burned. But they managed to bring it to the shore,” Ali said.

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The local TV station broadcast the scenes of the burning of the motorcycle and the burning of the cabin inside the ship.

As fire brigade and coast guard divers searched the muddy waters, survivors shocked by the shells and their relatives crowded the shore.

This accident is the latest in a series of similar accidents in this delta country with crisscross rivers.

Experts in this South Asian country with a population of 170 million accuse the shipyard of poor maintenance, lax safety standards and overcrowding.

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In August, a ship carrying passengers collided with a cargo ship laden with sand, killing at least 21 people. In April and May, 54 people were killed in two different accidents.

In June last year, a ferry sank after being hit by another ferry from behind in Dhaka, killing at least 32 people. In February 2015, an overcrowded vessel collided with a cargo ship, killing at least 78 people.

Fires are also a common source of tragedies. In July, a fire broke out in a food and beverage factory in the industrial town of Rupganj on the outskirts of Dhaka, killing 52 people.

Complete News Source : NDTV

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KKR issue clarification on viral Kuldeep Yadav slapping Rinku Singh moment with fresh video

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KKR issue clarification on viral Kuldeep Yadav slapping Rinku Singh moment with fresh video

A shocking clip went viral on social media after Delhi Capitals lost their second consecutive game at home against Kolkata Knight Riders. DC spinner Kuldeep Yadav was caught on live TV slapping KKR batter Rinku Singh twice after the game. The clip shows Kuldeep, Rinku, and a few other players sharing a laugh after the game. Kuldeep then slapped Rinku, likely playful.

Manner, but it did not sit well with the latter. Rinku was left embarrassed and shocked at the sight. Kuldeep then slapped him again, this time, leaving him enraged as he had a word with his India teammate. The context behind Kuldeep’s act remains unknown, and fans on social media have called it his “worst behavior” and called for BCCI to “ban” him. The incident.

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Sparked controversy and speculation on social media Kolkata, April 30, 2025 — Following a day of intense backlash and speculation surrounding a viral video where Kuldeep Yadav appeared to slap Rinku Singh twice during a live broadcast, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) issued an influence millions,” said cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle. “There’s a thin line between. official clarification late Tuesday evening, releasing a new behind-the-scenes video to address.

The incident, which took place during a post-match interview after the IPL 2025 game between Delhi Capitals and KKR, sparked social media fury, with many fans demanding disciplinary action against Kuldeep. The visuals showed the left-arm spinner walking up to Rinku Singh and slapping him twice in quick succession the second slap drawing a visibly.

The controversy and calm public outrage.stunned and displeased reaction from the KKR star. The clip went viral, drawing criticism and questions about player conduct on national This may have been a joke, but there needs to be an understanding of optics. Live sports television However, in their official statement, KKR clarified that the moment was taken “out of context” and that both players are long-time friends engaging in “harmless banter.”

KKR’s Statement and Video Release

In a post shared on social media platforms, KKR wrote There’s more to the story than meets the eye. Friends on and off the field — Kuldeep and Rinku share a close bond, and what appeared to be aggressive was nothing more than playful teasing. Here’s the full clip for context The franchise attached a longer, unedited video showing the two players laughing.

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The video appears to support KKR’s claim that the incident was light-hearted and not malicious, although some fans continue to debate whether the act was appropriate for a live telecast and joking both before and after the slapping moment. In the extended footage, Rinku is seen smiling and lightly pushing Kuldeep back after the second slap, with both players sharing a brief hug and continuing their chat casually with the media team.

Rinku and Kuldeep Speak Out

Adding to the clarification, Rinku Singh posted on Instagram banter and discomfort Former cricketer Aakash Chopra echoed a similar the takeaway should be more about self-awareness on public platforms Bhai hai mera, sab mazaak tha doston! Don’t believe everything you see in a 5-second clip. Chill karo Kuldeep is like a brother, it was all a joke, friends! Don’t believe.

Mixed Reactions from Fans and Experts

While many fans expressed relief at the clarification, others continued to stress the also responded via X (formerly Twitter) everything you see in a short clip “When your brother plays for the other team, you tease him a little! Love you, Rinku! Good game, bro to
importance of maintaining professionalism on live broadcasts, even among close friend.

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