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India, Tanzania discuss issues related to United Nations reforms: MEA
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Both countries have agreed to work together on the reform of the UN Security Council through expansion in both categories of membership, Dammu Ravi, Secretary (Economic Relations) said.
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"If previous government had constructed properly..." Sikkim Chief Minister
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Prem Singh Tamang said "The Government of India is providing all possible help. Logistic support, Army, and financial aid for immediate relief are being provided by the government. The Centre is monitoring the situation closely. President Droupadi Murmu, PM Modi, and Union HM Amit Shah ca
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Sikkim flash flood death toll rises to 26; 142 people still missing
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
(SSDMA) report of October 6 at midnight, the death toll was registered at 26. It said 2413 people have been rescued, and 1203 houses have been damaged in the flash flood.
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Delhi: Directorate of Vigilance writes to Assembly Speaker on MLA Akhilesh
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
The Directorate of Vigilance wrote a letter to the Delhi Assembly speaker, Ram Niwas Goel regarding recovery of damages from MLA Akhilesh Pati Tripathi, in lieu of illegal allotment and misuse of Government Accommodation.
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Nitin Gadakri approves Rs 154 crore to build bridges in Himachal Pradesh
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
The Minister said with this approval, two bridges will be constructed on the Swan River at a cost of Rs 50.60 crore and Pong Dam on the Beas River at a cost of Rs 103.65 crore.
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CII - Young Indians (Yi) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Join Forces for a C
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 6: Cricket is not just a game but an emotion for Indians. Leveraging upon this fact, CII--Young Indians (Yi)--has set off on a glorious journey to battle the pressing issue of child sexual abuse in India. Yesterday, the organisation announced an exciting
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MHA constitutes Inter-Ministerial Central Team to assess damages caused in
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has constituted an Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) to assess damages caused due to a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) leading to a surge in flows in the Teesta River causing flash flood in Sikkim on October 4.
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Union Power Ministry reviews impact of flash floods in Teesta basin on hyd
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
The Ministry added that the quantum of damage at all the project sites will be assessed in detail after the water level recedes.
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Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama expresses grief over loss of life in S
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
The Tibetan spiritual leader, the 14th Dalai Lama, has expressed his grief over the loss of life and widespread damage to property that occurred in Sikkim as a result of the flash flood on Tuesday night, his office informed on Wednesday in a press statement
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Cloudburst in North Sikkim leads to flooding in four districts in West Ben
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
The National Highway-10 connecting Gangtok to Siliguri has been completely washed away near the Likhuvir-Setijhora stretch. Immediate repairs on a war footing will be taken as and when the water recedes in Teesta. The Chief Engineer along with the entire team has rushed to the location. Read More
Cabinet Secretary reviews situation in Sikkim, emphasizes evacuation of pe
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba on Wednesday reviewed the relief and rescue measures of the Central agencies and government of Sikkim and emphasized that the evacuation of people stranded in the tunnel of Chungthang dam and tourists may be taken up on a priority basis.
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43 missing in flash flood triggered by cloudburst in Sikkim, rescue ops un
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
According to Sikkim District Magistrate, Tashi Chopel, "A lot of buildings and vehicles have been damaged by sludge. There are also reports of loss of lives, with around 20 people missing. We are also hearing about 23 casualties in the army, which needs to be confirmed with them. 3000-400
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