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Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Kolkata man dies after falling ill on Puri-Hwh Vande Bharat
Bhubaneswar: A 57-year-old passenger from Kolkata died after falling ill onboard the Howrah-Puri Vande Bharat Express on Wednesday after the train left Cuttack railway station. The deceased, Himadri Bhowmik, a native of Dhakuria in south Kolkata, was travelling to Bhubaneswar on coach number C2 along with a 50-year-old co-passenger, Debarati Majumdar. Bhowmik, who owned an academic consultancy firm, and his colleague Majumdar were scheduled to meet a person regarding their business at Bomikhal here. The firm helps in admission of students in different educational institutes. "After the train left Cuttack, my colleague went to use the washroom. After returning, he started feeling uneasy and became unconscious. We tried to get an oxygen cylinder for him but failed to arrange one. Train staff and RPF personnel reached the coach after some time. Some people conducted CPR on Bhowmik," Majumdar said. The train arrived in Bhubaneswar at 1.40 pm. "We booked a private ambulance to take my colleague to the hospital. It came on the platform no. 6 side. Unfortunately, doctors declared him brought dead at the private hospital. He used to take medicines to control his blood pressure," she added. After he was declared dead at 2.55 pm, the body was taken to the hospital's mortuary. "The hospital has already informed the police about the death. The body will be sent for post-mortem to Capital Hospital in the presence of family members," a source said. Family members were on the way to Bhubaneswar. East Coast Railway (ECoR) sources said prompt action was taken for providing medical assistance to the passenger. "The patient, along with the co-passenger, was sent to a hospital promptly. RPF staff at Bhubaneswar escorted them to the hospital," a source said.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
18-year-old New Town girl dies while learning scooter
1 2 3 4 5 6 Kolkata: A class XII examinee taking scooter lessons from her friend on a New Town road without wearing a helmet died after she failed to negotiate a speed-breaker and fell on the ground, suffering severe head injuries on Sunday night. The accident happened near the Majherhat shrine in the Rekjuani area in New Town around 10 pm when there were very few vehicles plying on the road. Victim Pooja Saha (18) was a resident of Salua on Rajarhat Main Road, located near the place of accident. CCTV footage showed Saha riding the scooter with unstable hands as her friend, Subhankar Bhowmik, a resident of Narayanpur, was seen guiding her from the pillion seat. Bhowmik was seen wearing a helmet. "It looked like the girl suddenly turned the accelerator in full throttle as she lost control of the two-wheeler, and it began moving at a high speed before it hit the speed breaker," said a senior officer of Bidhannagar City Police. As the accident happened, Saha was flung off the scooter, and her head rammed against the concrete. Bhowmik also fell down, but since he had the helmet strapped on, he escaped with minor injuries. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Locals rushed Saha to Rekjuani Rural Health Center with injuries on her head, neck, chest, and abdomen. Doctors declared her dead on arrival at the hospital. Bhowmik was treated for minor injuries. Family members said Saha recently passed higher secondary examination with good scores and was awaiting college admission. "She purchased a new bag and clothes in anticipation, which now remain untouched in her closet. She wanted to pursue graduation in English. She had so many dreams. We were all so proud of her," said a grieving relative. "This loss is unbearable." Airport PS has launched an unnatural death probe. The damaged scooter has been seized and Saha's body sent for post-mortem. "We have been pleading with riders to always wear helmets. If the woman wore the helmet, she could still live," said the officer. "We also urge citizens, especially young and inexperienced riders, to be cautious while operating two-wheelers and avoid late-night rides without supervision or proper training. "
