Kerala temple fireworks explosion: 101 continue to undergo treatment at various hospitals, one critical
The Hindu
Fire accident at Anjootambalam Veererkavu temple in Kerala leaves 154 injured, 101 hospitalized, varying severity, multiple hospitals involved.
In the aftermath of a fire accident at the Anjootambalam Veererkavu temple at Nileshwaram in Kasaragod district of Kerala on Tuesday (October 29, 2024), a total of 154 individuals had sought medical attention, with 101 currently under treatment across multiple hospitals.
The severity of injuries varies, with one victim in critical condition and seven others on ventilator support. A report from the Kasaragod District Collector detailed that 80 patients are receiving care in general wards, while 21 remain in intensive care units (ICU), including those on ventilators.
In Kanhangad, hospitals are managing a significant number of cases. The Kanhangad District Hospital has admitted eight patients, all reported to be stable. Arimala Hospital has taken in two patients, and Sanjeevani Hospital admitted eight, with both confirming that all patients are in stable condition. Aishal Hospital in Kanhangad is treating 16 patients, the highest number in the area, and all are stable.
Similarly, KAH Cheruvathur has admitted one stable patient, while Manzoor Hospital in Kanhangad is caring for five stable patients. Deepa Hospital in Kanhangad has admitted one patient, who is also stable.
Further north, Kannur Government Medical College Hospital is treating five patients, all reported to be stable. Baby Memorial Hospital in Kannur has admitted three patients; two are stable, while one critically ill patient with severe burns covering more than 45% of their body and airway injuries remains on ventilator support.
In Kannur’s MIMS hospital, 25 patients are under treatment, with 20 reported to be stable. However, five are at moderate risk, with two requiring ventilator support. Meanwhile, MIMS in Calicut is treating six patients, four of whom are on ventilator support, while the other two are classified as moderate-risk.
AJ Medical College in Mangaluru has admitted 21 individuals following the incident. Seventeen of these patients are reported to be stable, while four are considered moderate-risk cases.
London's homicide rate per capita reaches an all-time low, challenging perceptions of safety in the city.
Congress MP Manish Tewari emphasizes internal cohesion as vital for India's strategic autonomy amid global challenges in his new book.
Without strengthening the foundations laid in a child's earliest years of life, India’s development ambitions risk being on fragile ground
Selvaperunthagai claims CBI's actions against TVK leader Vijay aim to coerce him into a BJP alliance, asserting INDIA bloc's strength.
Discover Anushka's inspiring journey from humble beginnings to a standout WPL debut, showcasing her talent and determination in cricket.
“Walk for Equality was aimed at creating a movement to crush the forces attempting to divide the people along religious line, said Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) leader Vaiko. Concluding his 140-kilometre ‘Samathuva nadai payanam’ from Tiruchi to Madurai on Monday, Mr. Vaiko said, “The Hindutva forces are actively attempting to drive a wedge between communities through various incidents, most notably the Thirupparankundram deepam controversy, using identity-based politics to achieve their divisive motives.”
The Tamil Nadu government paid ₹1,237.80 crore for the CMCHIS, covering over 1.45 crore families with enhanced health benefits.
Prices of vegetables, fruits, and other commodities have shot up in Bengaluru ahead of Sankranti, with the city’s major markets witnessing increased footfall.
Odisha Governor praises GVL's Sankranti celebrations for showcasing rural traditions and promoting community bonding and self-sufficiency.
Chinese Communist Party delegation meets RSS leaders in Delhi, seeking to build confidence between India and China.
After 165 days of protest, Chennai conservancy workers will be reinstated under the National Urban Livelihoods Mission, ensuring job security.
Kannur Airport achieved record passenger traffic of 1.5 million in 2025, marking a significant growth and recovery post-COVID.
Residents of Perumpadappu protest severe water crisis, facing contamination issues and relying on bottled water for daily needs.