Amid the flood-like situation in Gujarat, Jamnagar Collector Bhavin Pandya said that the district administration's focus remains on providing immediate relief and ensuring the safety of the people.
In response to Chief Minister Manik Saha's appeal for support, the people of Tripura have come together to aid in flood relief and rescue efforts. Various organisations and individuals have generously donated to the CM Relief Fund.
President Droupadi Murmu has conferred the Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantry) upon Indian Air Force (Garud) Junior Warrant Officer Vikas Raghav for "the act of exceptional courage" during a challenging humanitarian operation in Kangra on August 15, 2023 to combat severe floods.
Furthermore, he has been recognised and commended by the Additional Director General of Police, MR Ajith Kumar, IPS, and Inspector General MR Sethu Raman for his exceptional contributions during this challenging period.
After two massive landslides struck Wayanad, Kerala, on Tuesday morning, causing extensive destruction, rescue operations are being intensified, political leaders are engaged in discussions, and financial aid is being mobilized for the region.
Union Minister JP Nadda on Tuesday expressed condolences for the lives lost in landslides in Kerala's Wayanad and wished a speedy recovery for those injured in the mishap.
Army and Air Force have also been mobilied for the rescue operations in the area, that have been hampered as a main bridge has collapsed in the town of Chooralmala. The Kerala Chief Minister's Office said that police drones and a dog squad will be deployed for search and rescue efforts as
The MV had capsized about 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah, Oman, on July 15 and search and rescue efforts in coordination with Oman authorities have been in progress since July 16.
"A total of 15 people were trapped in the mine in the incident. Among the 15, Hindustan Copper Limited Chief Vigilance Officer Upendra Pandey lost his life during the rescue efforts. The other 14 have been rescued and admitted to hospitals for treatment" senior police official said.
Rescue efforts are currently underway for the third day after a hoarding collapsed and claimed the lives of 14 people earlier in the Ghatkopar area of Mumbai.
The devastating Jishishan earthquake that rattled Northwest China overnight has led to a total of 131 fatalities, including 113 in Gansu Province and 18 in Qinghai Province. Nearly 1,000 people are reported injured, while 16 remain missing.