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9 killed after sleeper bus catches fire on Yamuna Expressway

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Times of India
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What happened

A sleeper bus registered in Bihar caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway near Noida International Airport.

There were approximately 35 passengers on board, with many managing to escape through windows.

Key facts

  • There were approximately 35 passengers on board, with many managing to escape through windows.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Thu, 24 Sep 2026 01:39:23 UTC.

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