BBC NEWS | South Asia | Indian bridge collapses on train

BBC NEWS | South Asia | Indian bridge collapses on train: "A derelict bridge over a railway line in India has collapsed onto a passenger train, killing 34 people and injuring 17 others.

The bridge, built 150 years ago, was being dismantled when it crashed onto a carriage at Bhagalpur station in the eastern state of Bihar.

Rescue workers pulled out survivors, removing the rubble with cranes, bulldozers, and their hands.

An investigation into the incident has been launched.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar called it an 'avoidable tragedy'." Read complete post here.