By Guardian Nigeria 03 September 2022 | 11:48 am At least 23 people were killed in lightning strikes during monsoon storms in eastern India, officials said Saturday. At least 23 people were killed in lightning strikes during monsoon storms in eastern India, officials said Saturday. The deaths in Bihar state occurred during fierce weather between Wednesday and Friday, with the victims largely being farmers and labourers. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed his condolences over the deaths and pledged compensation for the families of victims. Eleven people were killed across several parts of the state on Friday in addition to the 13 who died over the preceding two days, according to a toll published by Bihar’s disaster management authority. More heavy rains and lightning are forecast for parts of the state on Monday. Lightning strikes are common in India during the June-September monsoon, which is crucial to replenishing regional water supplies but also responsible for widespread deaths and destruction each year. Nearly 2,900 people were killed by lightning in India in 2019, according to the National Crime Records Bureau. Latest 7 mins ago Don’t get it wrong, there’s nothing wrong with therapy, except that it costs an arm and a leg. And, considering that there are anxiety triggers everywhere, these tips come in quite handy. None of these methods may be able to treat or diagnose a serious mental health condition, but they can make living with disorders… 36 mins ago Everton defender Conor Coady’s disallowed goal sparked ugly scenes as Saturday’s goalless Merseyside derby boiled over when a bottle thrown from the stands narrowly missed Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. 1 hour ago The Nigerian Institute of Management Chartered (NIM) has announced the death of its President and Chairman of Council, Maj.-Gen. Abdullahi Muraina (Rtd), at the age of 64. 2 hours ago No fewer than 45 persons were involved in an accident involving a luxury bus on Saturday at Ejule- Ochadamu road in Kogi. 2 hours ago The Minister of Transportation, Mu’azu Sambo has said work on Port Harcourt-Maiduguri Eastern rail line was suspended due to insecurity and vandalism of railway properties along the corridor.
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