One body recovered from flooded Assam coal mine; rescue efforts continue for 8 trapped miners.

In Assam, India, one body was recovered from a flooded coal mine where nine miners were trapped after a sudden water influx on January 6. Rescue operations involving the Indian Army, Navy, NDRF, and SDRF continue, but the chances of rescuing the remaining eight miners are slim. The mine, suspected to be operating illegally, has led to one arrest. Authorities are working to pump out water and locate the missing workers.

January 08, 2025
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