LUCKNOW, Sept. 16 -- A 70-year-old man died and four others were injured on Tuesday when a century-old peepal tree collapsed at the crowded Latouche Road fish market in Qaiserbagh. Multiple houses and shops were damaged, leaving some trapped under debris until rescue teams arrived.

Authorities suspect that loosened soil due to overnight rain may have contributed to the tree's collapse.

The incident occurred around 1:20 pm when the massive, weakened tree fell, trapping several people under debris. Panic spread through the marketplace as shopkeepers and locals rushed to help. Police teams and fire brigade personnel arrived promptly to assist in the rescue operation.

Deputy Chief Minister Brijesh Pathak visited the site and Balrampur Hosp...