Kerala fireworks accident kills 107; Modi dispatches medical team

A fireworks display at a temple in Kollam, Kerala, went awry when sparks ignited a storehouse of crackers, causing a massive explosion that killed at least 107 people and damaged nearby buildings. Officials had denied permission for the competitive display, raising questions about regulatory enforcement. The incident underscores recurring safety lapses at public events in India and has prompted a high-level government response.