Chennai, July 4 (IANS) A massive operation to safely remove nearly two tonnes of ammonia from a private seafood processing and export unit where a deadly gas leak claimed 18 lives is underway in Tiruvallur district. Authorities are evacuating residents within a 500-metre radius and deploying Army personnel, firefighters and medical teams to prevent any further risk.The operation is being carried out at the Punitha Peter Paul seafood processing and export unit in Kannigaipair village, where an am…
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Shillong, Feb 5 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic coal mine explosion in East Jaintia Hills district that claimed at least 16 lives and announced a comprehensive inquiry into the incident to fix responsibility.In a statement posted on social media platform X, Sangma conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and said the state government stands firmly with those affected by the tragedy.“Profoundly saddened by the tragic co…