In a tragic accident, 26 wedding guests died when a bus from Astore to Chakwal veered off Thalichi Bridge, plunging into the river. Of the 27 onboard, only the bride, Malaika, survived and was hospitalized. Rescue teams, police, and locals are involved in ongoing efforts, with 14 bodies recovered. Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Tariq confirmed vehicle retrieval, while Home Minister Shams Lone cited loss of control on the slippery bridge as the likely cause.

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