The death toll from the devastating earthquake that struck the country of Myanmar has now risen to at least 3,471, amid intense rainfall further complicating relief efforts and heightening the risk of disease, as reported by Al Jazeera on Sunday.
In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, India has emerged as a steadfast ally, swiftly deploying extensive relief and rescue operations under Operation Brahma, earning widespread appreciation from the Indian diaspora and local communities alike.
Two farmers, Gajula Eramma, 60, and Saidamma, 45, lost their lives after being struck by a thunderstorm while working in the fields in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district.
Authorities are looking into the reasons behind the implosion of the unfinished skyscraper, which buried numerous construction workers, following a powerful 7.7 tremor that struck Myanmar on Friday, felt throughout the region. It was the sole high-rise in Bangkok to fall.
Slamming the opposition parties for terming Waqf Amendment Bill as "unconstitutional", Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said the law relating to Waqf property has been in existence for decades and has not been struck down by courts and such words should not be used ligh
The Government of Myanmar has expressed deep gratitude for India's swift and substantial support in providing earthquake relief assistance following the devastating earthquake that struck the country on March 28.
With Operation Brahma by India in full swing aimed towards providing rescue and relief to Myanmar, which was struck by a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake, locals have hailed India's aid and support in this time of distress.
An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 struck Myanmar on Tuesday afternoon, followed by another quake of magnitude 4.5 in the evening, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
India launched Operation Brahma to provide necessary support, including Search and Rescue (SAR), humanitarian aid, disaster relief and medical assistance, following the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28.
In response to the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that recently struck Myanmar, the Indian Navy ships INS Satpura and INS Savitri arrived in Yangon, carrying over 50 tons of relief material to assist those affected by the disaster.
Japan has dispatched an expert assessment team to Myanmar following the devastating earthquake that struck the country on Friday, measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale.
After a devastating earthquake struck Thailand over the weekend, Israel dispatched missions on Sunday to assist in the disaster-stricken area and save lives.