3 Things Jalgaon train accident, US withdraws from WHO, and Indian short film at Oscars
Jan 24, 2025
Dheeraj Mishra, a reporter for The Indian Express, shares harrowing details of the Jalgaon train accident that resulted in 12 fatalities, revealing the chaos caused by a false alarm and the political ramifications. Anonna Dutt, also from The Indian Express, discusses the implications of the U.S. withdrawal from the World Health Organization, highlighting potential impacts on global health funding. Lastly, they celebrate the nomination of the Indian short film 'Anuja' for an Oscar, showcasing its touching narrative about sisterhood.
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Jalgaon Train Accident
- Twelve passengers died after a fire rumor on the Pushpak Express.
- Passengers jumped off to avoid the fire, only to be hit by an oncoming train.
Train Visibility Issues
- The Karnataka Express driver tried to stop after noticing the flashlight from the other train.
- A curvature in the track obstructed visibility and reduced braking distance.
Railway Safety Recommendations
- The Ministry of Railways should investigate the incident and take preventive measures.
- They need to find solutions to avoid similar chain-pulling incidents.