3142 -Photographer, daughter die after his e-scooter explodes in Tamil Nadu; pic surfaces

A 49-year-old photographer and his 13-year-old daughter died allegedly after their new e-scooter exploded while it was being charged at their home in Tamil Nadu's Vellore. "The socket seems to be an old one and has less voltage capacity to charge an e-bike. They might have died due to suffocation," police said. The duo reportedly locked themselves inside a washroom.

Video shows Ola's e-scooter on fire in Pune, company says 'we're investigating'

A video has surfaced online showing Ola's S1 Pro electric scooter on fire in Pune's Lohegaon area. The e-scooter was parked on roadside of a commercial area and engulfed in fire within seconds. "We're aware of the incident...and are investigating to understand the root cause," Ola said. It further said Ola is in touch with the customer who's "absolutely safe".