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Himachal Pradesh Governor visits disaster-affected areas in Mandi; assures
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In the wake of the recent natural calamity in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Saturday visited disaster-hit areas in Mandi district, including regions affected by flash floods and a cloudburst, to assess the ground situation and extend support to the affected
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Himachal: Monsoon death toll rises to 179, rain-related deaths cross 100-m
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
According to the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), out of the total 179 people deaths, 101 deaths were directly caused by rain-related disasters such as landslides, flash floods, and lightning strikes, while 78 people were killed in road accidents exacerbated by treacherous weather
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Himachal Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla flags off relief consignments for flo
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Speaking to the media at the flag-off ceremony, the Governor emphasised the urgent need for behavioural and lifestyle change in the wake of recurring natural disasters in the region.
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Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla flags off relief consignments for Mandi, Kullu
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Saturday flagged off three vehicles carrying essential relief material from Raj Bhavan to the flood-affected districts of Mandi and Kullu. The consignments, sent via the State Red Cross Society, include tents, blankets, tarpaulins, sanitary ite
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Rajasthan records 130% excess rainfall; government intensifies relief effo
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
State Disaster Management and Relief Minister Dr. Kirodi Lal Meena said that Rajasthan has recorded more than 130 per cent rainfall compared to the previous monsoon season, resulting in widespread damage across multiple districts. Dr. Meena stated that nearly a dozen districts have been seve
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Indian Army continues flood relief operations in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Indian Army remains steadfast in its commitment to assist civil authorities during natural calamities, continuing its dedicated flood relief operations across affected regions of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Punjab.
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Monsoon Fury in Himachal: 283 roads blocked, 314 power feeders disrupted,
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As torrential monsoon rains continue to wreak havoc in Himachal Pradesh, the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has reported alarming disruptions across key public utilities along with a grim death toll.
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Himachal Monsoon toll rises: 173 dead, including 95 rain-related and 78 in
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As the monsoon continues to batter Himachal Pradesh, the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has confirmed a grim picture as it stated that 173 lives were lost, including 95 rain-related fatalities and 78 deaths in road accidents, between June 20 and August 1.
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"NISAR will provide reliable data on disaster management, agricultural cro
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Dr Rosen highlighted the significance of the dual radar systems used in the mission and said, "NISAR mission is an amazing watershed mission with two powerful radar systems, one built by NASA, one built by ISRO that will map the earth every 12 days, two times from two differ
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Uttarakhand receives Centre's approval for Rs 125 project for landslide mi
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As per the instructions of the Chief Minister, the proposals were prepared by the State Disaster Management Authority (USDMA) and Uttarakhand Landslide Mitigation and Management Centre (ULMMC), Dehradun, and sent to the Government of India. In line with the guidelines of Prime Minister Naren
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Haryana CM launches new website of Revenue and Disaster Management Depart
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday, unveiled the new official website of the Revenue & Disaster Management Department.
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Former Himachal CM accuses govt of politicising disaster relief, calls for
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The former Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition in Himachal Pradesh, Jai Ram Thakur, has strongly criticised the state government and PWD Minister for what he termed as "confusion and misrepresentation" regarding disaster relief funds. Speaking to ANI in Shimla today, Thakur clarified
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