Disaster● ElevatedJun 23 · Jun 23, 2026, 5:31 AM

42 Umrah pilgrims escape unhurt as bus catches fire near Kannur airport in Kerala

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Bus from Wayanad caught fire in Shivapuram. After the driver noticed flames at the rear end of the vehicle, he stopped the bus. The sleeping passengers were soon evacuated safely

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