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Train Fire and Bombing Kill at Least 8 Across Pakistan

  • A passenger train car caught fire in southern Pakistan, killing at least seven people.
  • The cause of the train fire remains unclear though poor safety standards and infrastructure often lead to accidents.
  • A police official was also killed in a roadside bombing targeting police vehicles in a separate incident.
  • Passengers frequently bring gas stoves on trains despite rules banning the practice, potentially contributing to the fire.
  • The two incidents highlight some of the safety and security issues affecting Pakistan.
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