Thane: An 18-year-old boy, Mandar Chorge, from Vitawa was electrocuted on Sunday during a haldi celebration at his housing society. According to the police, there was a short-circuit and current passed through a metal pipe that the teenager accidentally touched. He died on the spot. TNNWe also published the following articles recentlyShort-circuits cause for most mall fires, say safety officialsThe article discusses fire safety guidelines in malls and commercial establishments. Electrical short-circuits are identified as the most common cause of fires. Guidelines include the installation of kitchen suppression systems and the placement of fire extinguishers. Annual maintenance contracts are also recommended for all fire safety equipment. Joint drills with government authorities are conducted to ensure better coordination and efficiency in crisis situations.Short circuit-induced EV fire reduces multiple e-rickshaws to ashes in Patna Zoo: DetailsIn India, recurring EV fires have been a notable roadblock to mass-scale adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). Concerns about the safety of these vehicles have been raised due to a series of incidents over the past few years. The latest incident occurred at Patna Zoo, where a massive fire caused by a short circuit in an e-rickshaw destroyed over 12 vehicles. No injuries were reported, and investigations are underway. A video shared by ANI shows the aftermath of the incident, highlighting the extensive damage. Updates on the matter will be provided as more information becomes available.

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