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First Air Sortie deployed for North Sikkim disaster rescue efforts
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In support of disaster relief in North Sikkim, two MI-41 and MI-39 helicopters departed from Pakyong Greenfield Airport, carrying NDRF personnel, government officials, and equipment to restore telecommunications, electricity, and assist in evacuations after heavy rainfall-triggered disruptio
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India showcases world's largest DRR financing system at UN disaster platfo
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, PK Mishra, highlighted India's robust Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) financing system--cumulatively exceeding USD 28 billion--and called for concrete, time-bound outcomes and the creation of a global facility for catalytic funding, technical assis
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Indian Red Cross Society, Tripura State branch, provides relief to flood-a
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
In response to the ongoing flood situation in Tripura, the Indian Red Cross Society, Tripura State Branch (IRCS, TSB), has been actively engaged in relief efforts to support those affected by the disaster. The organization's dedicated volunteers and medical teams have been working tireles
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North Sikkim landslide: Air Force rescues 33 people, including 2 US nation
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
In a statement, the Indian Air Force said, "In response to the devastating landslides in Sikkim, Indian Air Force Mi-17 helicopters rapidly launched Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Ops -- dropping relief supplies, inserting NDRF teams, and evacuating 33 stranded individuals, incl
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North Sikkim landslide: Rescue operations hit by bad weather, chopper abor
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The chopper, carrying nine National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel, took off from Pakyong Airport around 6 a.m. but had to return mid-air as poor visibility near Mangan and Chaten made "flying conditions unsafe".
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North Sikkim landslide: Army reaches cut-off Lachen on foot, 113 tourists
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Braving extreme weather and dangerous terrain, the Indian Army reached the completely cut-off Lachen village on foot, locating 113 stranded tourists. Of them, 30, including foreign nationals, were airlifted on June 3 following massive landslides
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Mizoram Govt issues travel advisory amid heavy rainfall and landslides
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs), led by Deputy Commissioners, are currently involved in round-the-clock disaster relief and rehabilitation work. Due to this, the administration is unable to spare staff or resources for handling official visits and security arrangements.
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Principal Secy to PM PK Mishra represents India at 8th Global Platform for
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, PK Mishra, represented India at the opening ceremony of the 8th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GPDRR) in Geneva on Tuesday, underscoring India's steadfast commitment to global disaster resilience efforts through active participation
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Sikkim Governor Mathur reviews Indreni Bridge amid rising water levels in
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
In Sikkim, the state government has officially declared the damage caused by continuous rainfall in Mangan district since May 28 as a "disaster" under Section 22(2)(b) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
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Former Army Officer Arun Kar Hits $145M Net Worth, Becoming One of the UK'
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 6: The compelling journey of Arun Kar spans disaster survival, military service, technological leadership, and environmental innovation. An Odisha-born entrepreneur and Indian Army veteran, he has quietly built a global enterprise valued at over $100 million. At the s
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Assam floods: Death toll rises to 11; over 5.15 lakh people affected acros
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
According to the flood reports of Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), so far 6 people died in flood and 5 others lost their lives in landslides in the state.
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Sikkim Government declares rainfall damage in Mangan district a "disaster"
Updated : 10 months ago IST
The Government of Sikkim has officially declared the damages caused by incessant rainfall in Mangan District since May 28th as a "disaster" under Section 22(2)(b) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, according to an official statement.
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