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  DDA demolition drive leaves hero of Uttarakhand tunnel rescue homeless

  Delhi | February 29, 2024 9:56 IST

  A demolition drive in Khajoori Khas, led by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), destroyed Wakeel Hassan's home, a hero celebrated for rescuing 41 workers trapped in Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel. Hassan expressed frustration over the loss, citing neglect from authorities.

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  Japan earthquakes: Death count rises to 64 as survivors face freezing rain, possible landslides

  World | January 03, 2024 14:52 IST

  Heavy rains were forecast in the quake-hit areas on Wednesday raising fears of landslides, authorities said, which could further hinder efforts to free many more trapped under rubble. Access to the remote location of the hardest-hit areas has been complicated due to damaged infrastructure.

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  250 workers stranded in Uzbekistan; Andhra Pradesh sends SOS to Centre

  India | August 13, 2014 11:36 IST

  Hyderabad: The Andhra Pradesh government on yesterday sought the Centre's intervention for the rescue of 250 construction workers from the state who are trapped in Uzbekistan after they were allegedly duped by the recruitment agents.State