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Methane Explosion Traps 25 Workers in Sikkim Tunnel Collapse
A methane blast triggered a landslide at an NHPC tunnel site in Sikkim. Rescue teams struggle to reach 25 trapped workers amid toxic gas and low oxygen.
Aiden Bhutia • 20 Jul 2026
Methane Explosion Traps Workers in Sikkim Tunnel
A methane blast at the NHPC Teesta Stage-VI tunnel in Sikkim trapped 17 workers. Toxic fumes and landslide risks are stalling ongoing rescue efforts.
Riya Lepcha • 20 Jul 2026
Assam Floods Escalate as 1.7 Lakh Hit and Army Deploys
Assam floods have surged, affecting 1.7 lakh people across 12 districts. One death occurred, and the Army has launched rescue operations.
Bibar Daimary • 20 Jul 2026
