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Monsoon havoc in Himachal: 179 dead, roads and utilities severely hit
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Of the total deaths, 101 have been directly linked to rain-related incidents such as landslides and flash floods, while 78 fatalities were reported in road accidents attributed to hazardous weather conditions.
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UAE delivers 65 tonnes of medical supplies to Gaza in cooperation with WHO
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
As part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts and in coordination with the World Health Organisation (WHO), the UAE has delivered a new batch of essential medicines and medical supplies to WHO warehouses in preparation for distribution to hospitals across the Gaza Strip. This support comes ami
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11 labourers injured as landslide hits Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Project site in
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
At least 11 people were severely injured after a landslide occurred at Chamoli's Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydroelectric Project on Saturday, stated officials.
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Rajasthan records 130% excess rainfall; government intensifies relief effo
Updated : 7 months, 2 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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Traders in PoGB block China trade route for 23 days, demand end to ''illeg
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Traders in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan have blocked the Karakoram Highway for 23 days, halting trade with China. They demand removal of federal taxes, calling them illegal due to the region's disputed status. The protest has gained wide support and severely affected the local economy
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Himachal reels under monsoon fury: 383 roads, 747 power feeders, 249 water
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The monsoon's continued onslaught in Himachal Pradesh has severely crippled essential services across the state. According to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC), as of 10:00 AM on August 2, a staggering 383 roads remain blocked, 747 distribution transformers (DTRs) are disrupted, an
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Kabul residents decry worsening power outages, demand urgent action
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Kabul residents are facing severe power outages, with some getting less than six hours of electricity daily. They urge the authorities and Breshna to take urgent action. Former Breshna CEO says long-term infrastructure upgrades are needed to resolve the crisis, reported Tolo News.
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Karnataka Minister MB Patil dismisses Maharashtra government's claims on A
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"Sangli and surrounding regions in Maharashtra witnessed severe floods in 1964, 1976, 1994 and 1997 -- all before the construction of the Alamatti dam. Moreover, as early as the year 2000, the Supreme Court had ruled that Karnataka is entitled to raise the height of the dam to 524.256 metres
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Rahul Gandhi claims has "open-and-shut proof" of alleged electoral malprac
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Gandhi warned that the findings are explosive and will have severe implications for the ECI, and warned ECI officials involved in the alleged malpractice that they will face consequences, even if they are retired. He described their actions as "no less than treason".
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Experts call for urgent policy on trained caregivers, mental health suppor
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Experts at the National Conference on Ageing in India on Friday called for urgent measures to professionalise the caregiver workforce and strengthen mental health services for the elderly, stressing that India faces a severe gap in both formal and family-based care.
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Famine in Gaza threatens thousands with starvation, WHO warns
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that Gaza is facing the most severe stage of famine according to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, with thousands at risk of dying from hunger.
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Over one lakh jobs in India's jewellery industry at risk due to fresh US t
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The recent announcement by US President Donald Trump to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports will severely impact India's gem and jewellery industry, a major contributor to the country's export economy, highlighted the jewellery manufacturers and exporters in a conversation with ANI
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