A Russian An-26 military transport aircraft has crashed in annexed Crimea, killing all 29 people on board. According to Russia’s defense ministry, communication with the aircraft was lost during a scheduled flight before search teams located the wreckage near a cliff. Officials say the plane was carrying 23 passengers and six crew members. Initial assessments suggest a technical malfunction, with no signs of external attack reported. A commission has been formed to investigate the incident.
01 April,2026 08:17 PM IST
A massive fire broke out at the Wanaherang Gunung Putri plastic factory in West Java, Indonesia, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky on Sunday afternoon. The blaze, which erupted around 3:30 PM local time, turned into a grueling battle for firefighters who struggled nearly seven hours to bring it under control. Bogor Regency Fire Service deployed over 50 personnel, supported by volunteers, police, and military units. Ten fire trucks, two rescue units, and ambulances rushed to the scene, confronting challenging conditions and a blaze fueled by highly flammable plastic materials. Several firefighters required medical attention on site, including oxygen support, highlighting the severity of the operation. WATCH
01 April,2026 02:09 PM IST
US-Israel have launched strikes on two Iranian nuclear-related facilities, marking a major escalation in the conflict. The Israeli military confirmed targeting the Khondab Heavy Water Complex near Arak, accusing Iran of rebuilding the reactor capable of producing weapons-grade plutonium. A second strike hit the Ardakan yellowcake production facility in Yazd province, the only site of its kind in Iran. Iranian authorities confirmed both attacks but said there was no release of radioactive material and no immediate casualties.
28 March,2026 03:14 PM IST
A devastating ferry terminal accident in Bangladesh has left the nation in shock after a passenger bus plunged into the Padma River during a routine boarding attempt. The bus, travelling from Rajbari towards Dhaka, lost control near the Daulatdia ferry terminal after a reported collision with a utility ferry, sending it crashing into the river within seconds. Eyewitnesses say the bus was carrying around 50 passengers, many of whom had boarded from multiple counters along the route. While a few managed to escape in the final moments before submersion, dozens were trapped inside as the vehicle sank rapidly beneath the surface. Scenes along the riverbanks turned emotional as families gathered, waiting desperately for news of their loved ones. The tragedy has already claimed over 20 lives, with the toll expected to rise as search operations continue. WATCH
26 March,2026 04:08 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
