The site of the horrific Balasore train accident... ... Odisha train crash live: 'Balasore Collector confirms death toll as 288'

The site of the horrific Balasore train accident in Odisha where a collision between three trains left 233 dead & around 900 injured. Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is taking stock of the situation at the spot as search & rescue operation continues.

An ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakhs has been announced for the kins of the deceased; Rs 2 lakhs for those with grievous injuries & Rs 50,000 for those with minor injuries.