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  Caught on cam: Truck loaded with liquid gas overturns on highway, massive explosion follows; 4 kille

  World | February 21, 2026 13:35 IST

  The accident took place on a highway in Northern Santiago, Chile. Videos shared on social media platforms showed flames billowing high into the air at the site of the explosion, with thick smoke visible from a distance.

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  18 dead, hundreds of homes gutted in wildfires in Chile, President declares state of 'catastrophe'

  World | January 19, 2026 6:40 IST

  Amid these developments, Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe in the country's central Biobio region and the neighbouring Nuble region, around 500 km south of Santiago, the capital.

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  'Key geopolitical player': Chile President hails PM Modi's global leadership, says 'You can talk..'

  World | April 02, 2025 13:41 IST

  During Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font's visit to India, both countries have signed seven MoUs and several agreements on issues, including cultural exchange and Antarctic investigation.

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  PM Modi, President Gabriel Boric discuss cooperation in Ayurveda, traditional medicine in Chile

  India | April 01, 2025 14:39 IST

  Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font is on a five-day state visit to India beginning today. Chilean President is here to explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in several areas including trade and defence.

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  Chilean President Visits India: Prez Gabriel Boric Font Receives Grand Welcome Upon Arrival

  News | April 01, 2025 12:21 IST

  Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font arrived in India on Tuesday to strengthen bilateral ties between both countries. President Gabriel was also accorded with ceremonial guard of honour. This will be his first five-day visit to India as president.

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  Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 strikes near Antofagasta in Chile

  World | March 06, 2025 22:50 IST

  A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck northern Chile near Antofagasta on Thursday, as reported by the US Geological Survey (USGS). No immediate damage or tsunami warning has been issued. Authorities are monitoring the situation for aftershocks.

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  Kayaker swallowed by humpback whale in Chile, know what happened next | Viral video

  Trending | February 14, 2025 14:55 IST

  A kayaker in Chilean Patagonia had a terrifying near-death experience when a massive humpback whale briefly swallowed him before spitting him out. Captured on video, the shocking moment has gone viral, leaving viewers in disbelief.

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  Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 strikes Chile's Antofagasta, says EMSC

  World | January 03, 2025 10:26 IST

  Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 strikes Chile's Antofagasta on Thursday. According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC), struck 84 km northwest of Calama.

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  Powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake hits Chile’s Maule region

  World | December 14, 2024 8:00 IST

  A powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude struck Maule, Chile, on Friday, shaking buildings but causing no immediate damage or injuries. Situated on the Pacific ‘Ring of Fire,’ Chile experiences frequent seismic activity.

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  Earthquake of magnitude 7.3 on Richter scale jolts northern Chile

  World | July 19, 2024 8:48 IST

  Chile is renowned as one of the most earthquake-prone countries globally, situated on the Pacific Ocean's "Ring of Fire."

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  Chile: Two killed, several injured as Chilean train on test run collides with cargo train I VIDEO

  World | June 20, 2024 16:02 IST

  The accident occurred just after midnight in the San Bernardo area. EFE said the train collided with the eight-car Fepasa train, which was laden with 1,346 tons of copper. EFE said the injured test train crew were receiving medical treatment.

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  Chile Snowfall: Drone views discover white Santiago after rare snowfall in Chile

  News | May 09, 2024 18:18 IST

  Chile's capital awoke in white on Wednesday (May 8) after an exceptional snowfall on Tuesday, which took residents by surprise in the austral autumn. watch to know more!

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  Sebastian Pineram, ex-Chilean President, who probably piloting helicopter of its own, dies in crash

  World | February 07, 2024 7:02 IST

  The helicopter carrying Pinera, 74, and three others plunged into a lake in southern Chile. The former president was pronounced dead shortly after rescue personnel arrived at the scene. The other three passengers survived.

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  Central Chile's forest fires claim 112 lives in devastating 3-day blaze

  World | February 05, 2024 9:10 IST

  Chile forest fire update: In response to the crisis, President Boric declared two days of national mourning. He pledged support for the affected families and announced the temporary conversion of a presidential vacation home into a leisure center for children impacted by the fires.

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  Chile forest fires claim 46 lives with death toll expected to rise

  World | February 04, 2024 10:27 IST

  President Gabriel Boric declared a grim update on Saturday as the death toll from the rampant forest fires in central Chile reached 46. The Valparaiso region, housing nearly a million inhabitants, witnessed black smoke engulfing the sky, prompting intensified firefighting efforts.

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  'Hola, mama...' Former US marine stolen at birth tearfully reunites with Chilean mom after 42 years

  World | August 28, 2023 17:26 IST

  Thyden was placed in an incubator shortly after birth. His biological mother was told that he had died and his body had been disposed of.

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  LATAM Airlines pilot dies mid-air in aircraft's lavatory nearly 3 hours after it takeoff for Chile

  World | August 17, 2023 12:09 IST

  Although the crew onboard swiftly administered emergency treatment to Captain upon his collapse and the co-pilot diverted the flight LA505 to Panama City's Tocumen International Airport, he could not be saved.

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  Chile wildfires claim 22 lives so far, spreads amid heat wave

  World | February 05, 2023 7:40 IST

  The government declared a state of catastrophe in the La Araucanía region, which is south of Ñuble and Biobío.

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  13 dead in Chile amid struggle to contain raging wildfires

  World | February 04, 2023 8:19 IST

  As of midday on Friday, 151 wildfires were burning throughout Chile, including 65 declared under control.

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  Some 3,800 years ago, earth was hit by super earthquake, triggered tsunami up to 66 feet high: Study

  Science | April 14, 2022 0:10 IST

  The impact of the super earthquake was extremely devastating that it uplifted land structures and sent humans into hiding for almost 1000 years, say scientists.