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First Air Sortie deployed for North Sikkim disaster rescue efforts
Updated : 9 months, 2 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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AAP's Atishi takes 'jahan jhuggi, 'wahan makaan', jibe at Delhi govt after
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The operation was carried out to resolve the flooding issues caused by the narrowed drain, which obstructs water flow during heavy rains.
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Relentless in Adversity: Indian Army leads search, rescue operations in No
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"Very, very heavy rains have been experienced in the area from May 30 onwards. The rains were so heavy that a huge waterfall had been created due to the landslide on the other side of the mountain. This never existed before. We carried out certain precautionary evacuations. However, nothi
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"Committed to providing support to affected in Sikkim, Manipur": Jyotiradi
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Tuesday said he spoke with Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang regarding the flood and landslide situation caused by heavy rains in the state and assured him of full support from th
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Himachal CM condoles demise of soldier from state who lost life in Sikkim
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has expressed grief over the demise of Indian Army soldier Lance Naik Manish Thakur, who lost his life in Sikkim, which has faced landslides due to heavy rains
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Mizoram Govt issues travel advisory amid heavy rainfall and landslides
Updated : 9 months, 2 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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Sikkim Governor Mathur reviews Indreni Bridge amid rising water levels in
Updated : 9 months, 2 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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Sikkim CM expresses gratitude to PM Modi for support amid landslides and f
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Tuesday expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he spoke with him to take stock of the situation caused by heavy rainfall and floods in the region and assured full help and support from the Centre.
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PM Modi speaks to Assam, Sikkim CMs and Manipur Governor over flood situat
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang and Manipur Governor Ajay Bhalla, and took stock of the situation arising due to heavy rainfall and floods in the region. PM Modi assured all help and support.
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Sikkim Government declares rainfall damage in Mangan district a "disaster"
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks 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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Tourists urged to exercise caution, plan visit to Sikkim based on weather
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
With the monsoon season approaching, heavy rainfall in the region may lead to landslides and road blockages, particularly on routes leading to remote tourist destinations
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JP Nadda directs state BJP units of Northeast states to provide all possib
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Expressing concern for the people affected by the floods, Nadda wrote on X, "Deeply concerned for the people affected by the continuous heavy rainfall in parts of the Northeastern states. I have directed BJP state units and Karyakartas to provide all possible assistance in accordance with
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