The Minister appreciated the remarkable progress made by the Department towards developing indigenous, technology-driven, and citizen-centric weather forecasting systems that strengthen disaster preparedness and enhance public safety across the country.
A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the southern coast of the Philippines on Friday, killing at least six people. A second strong aftershock measuring 6.9 hit later the same day, claiming at least one more life and prompting tsunami warnings across the region, Al Jazeera reported,
UN human rights experts have asked China and Vietnam to explain the arrest, disappearance, and suspicious death of Tibetan spiritual leader Tulku Hungkar Dorje Rinpoche in Ho Chi Minh City, warning that both governments may have violated international human rights laws, according to Phayul.
It is going to be an epic clash on Thursday between an undefeated India, having secured wins over neighbours Sri Lanka and arch-rivals Pakistan and South Africa, who look seriously motivated and fired-up following a win over New Zealand by six wickets during which opener Tazmin Brits contrib
Pakistan and the US have advanced a rare earth minerals deal, with US Strategic Metals sending the first mineral samples for processing. While the pact could boost Pakistan's economy, PTI has demanded transparency, warning against "secret deals" that could harm national interests, Dawn repor
Western countries have voiced concern over Iran's satellite launches, warning that the same rocket technology can be used for ballistic missiles, adding that such activities pose a threat to regional and international security.
A Russian national drowned at Yarada Beach on Sunday afternoon after being swept away by strong sea waves, despite repeated warnings from lifeguards and the marine police not to venture into deep waters.
China's National Meteorological Centre has raised the typhoon warning to red, the highest possible level, warning that the storm could intensify into a severe typhoon before making landfall around noon on Sunday, as per Xinhua.
More rains are forecast in Punjab till October 7, with PDMA warning of intensified showers and rising Chenab river inflows. Over 4.7 million people have been affected, 134 killed, and a 27-district flood damage survey is underway with multi-layered verification for relief distribution.
BJP leader Prakash Reddy on Saturday backed Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi's remarks on Operation Sindoor, warning that Islamabad must stop sending terrorists into India and end state-sponsored terrorism or endanger its future as a nation.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cyclone 'Shakti' warning for some districts of Maharashtra, with high to moderate cyclone warning between October 3 and 7.
Defence expert Anil Gaur supports Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi's remarks on Operation Sindoor on Friday, warning that Pakistan must stop sending terrorists into India.