Gujarat: Death toll in Banaskantha firecracker godown blast rises to 21

In Gujarat's Banaskantha district, a firecracker godown explosion has resulted in 21 fatalities, with most victims identified as Madhya Pradesh residents. Officials confirmed the identification and repatriation of the bodies to their native places. Prime Minister Modi and the Chief Ministers of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh have announced ex-gratia payments for the deceased and the injured. Legal actions are underway.