A devastating collision between a bus and a lorry on the Chennai-Trichy National Highway near Maduranthakam, Tamil Nadu, has left four people dead and more than 15 with severe injuries. The incident occurred as the bus, attempting to overtake, lost control, resulting in the catastrophic crash. The injured victims have been transported to Chengalpattu Government Hospital for immediate medical attention.
An improvised explosive device (IED) explosion on Wednesday damaged a bridge on National Highway 2 in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district, affecting vehicular movement. The incident occurred two days before polling for the Outer Manipur constituency, covering 13 assembly constituencies. Security has been heightened and search operations are underway to identify the perpetrators. No outfit has yet claimed responsibility for the blasts. Earlier, violence and allegations of rigging marred the first phase of polling on April 19. The chief electoral officer has assured that the incident will not affect the second phase of polling on Friday.
