Crane Collapse in Thailand Causes Train Derailment and Road Accident, Killing Dozens

A construction crane collapse in northeastern Thailand caused a passenger train derailment on January 14, killing at least 32 people and injuring around 64 to 70 others. The crane, operated by Italian-Thai Development PLC, fell onto the train during high-speed rail construction. A day later, another crane collapsed near Bangkok, crushing two vehicles and killing two people. Thai authorities have launched investigations, with the Transport Minister ordering contract terminations and legal actions against involved firms. India expressed condolences over the train accident fatalities.