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Himachal rains: Many roads blocked in Kullu, National Highway from Jalori
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Some disturbing visuals came from Himachal Pradesh's Kullu, as constant torrential rains caused floods and landslides in the lower areas of the districts. As seen in the visuals, vehicles were damaged, and the administration has begun efforts to rescue all the damaged vehicles.
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Jammu-Srinagar National Highway shut due to snow, landslides; vehicles hal
Updated : 1 year ago IST
The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway has been closed due to snow accumulation between Ramsoo and Qazigund and shooting stones, landslides, and mudslides between Nashri and the NAVYUG Tunnel, officials said on Friday.
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Priyanka Gandhi urges PM Modi for unconditional financial aid for Wayanad
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Highlighting the immense loss of lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure, she expressed disappointment over the inadequacy of the recently announced Rs 529.50 crore relief package, which comes with restrictive conditions.
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Wayanad landslides: Centre allocates over Rs 500 crore, says Kerala BJP Pr
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
On February 11, Wayanad's Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi expressed gratitude, stating that persistent pressure from local people and the Opposition in Parliament and the Assembly compelled the central government to release funds.
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Formations of Army's Engineering Corps honoured by World Congress on Disas
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
According to the Army, the formations that received the awards included those that were involved in relief and rescue efforts for some of the most significant natural and other disasters of 2024, including the Wayanad landslides, Silkyara tunnel collapse and the Sikkim floods.
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At least 10 dead in Brazil landslides
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
andslides caused by torrential rains in southeast Brazil have left at least 10 people dead, rescue services in Minas Gerais state said on Sunday.
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Kerala Cabinet approves rehabilitation plan for Wayanad landslide victims
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday said that the state cabinet has approved the rehabilitation plan for the victims of Wayanad landslides that occurred on July 30, last year.
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Heavy rains, cold disrupts life in Shimla
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Shimla and the upper regions of Himachal Pradesh have been grappling with relentless heavy rainfall and snowfall over the past 24 hours, leading to landslides and significant disruptions in daily life.
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Climate change, health risks escalate amid surge in PoGB deforestation
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The ongoing deforestation in PoGB is not only contributing to climate change but is also heightening the region's vulnerability to natural disasters. The removal of trees, which play a crucial role in stabilizing the soil, increases the risk of landslides, particularly in the steep, mountain
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"Unless you submit proper information, how can you expect more funds?" Ker
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The Kerala High Court on Saturday expressed strong dissatisfaction with the state government's lack of clarity regarding the funds available in the SDRF.
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"Who are you trying to fool?": Kerala HC slams state govt over lack of cla
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The court was hearing the Suo Moto case aimed at preventing and managing natural disasters in the light of the Wayanad landslide. The court had earlier directed the state government to furnish details about the availability and utilisation of funds in the SDRF.
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Priyanka Gandhi vows to save democracy from BJP's 'destructive policies'
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Sunday vowed to protect the institution of democracy from the destructiveness of the BJP and its policies and the rights of every Indian, regardless of religion, caste, or gender.
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