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Gorakhpur-bound train derails in Kanpur, no casualties • Nov. 11, 2026, 9:08 PM ET (The Hindu)

Chauri Chaura Express derailment in Kanpur: A look at the other train accidents • Nov. 11, 2026, 6:17 AM ET (The Hindu)

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Map of India and surrounding countries with a bold dot marking the location of Kanpur in northern India. Neighboring countries including Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Afghanistan, and Iran are labeled, along with major bodies of water such as the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean. An inset globe highlights the region within Asia.

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