India: More than 60 people rescued after deadly building collapse
By DW
26 August 2020 |
9:04 am
Rescue teams carried out search operations all night, racing to reach survivors after a deadly building collapse outside Mumbai. While the cause of the collapse is unclear, charges have been filed against the builder.
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