The death toll in the Sikkim tunnel disaster has continued to rise as rescue teams recover more bodies from an under-construction hydropower project tunnel in the State. The operation has been complicated by waterlogging, debris and the presence of toxic gases, creating extremely dangerous conditions for personnel working inside the tunnel. The incident took place...
A heartbreaking rescue operation in Haryana’s Ambala district ended in tragedy after a four-year-old boy who fell into a deep borewell was pulled out early Wednesday morning and declared dead by doctors. The incident has once again raised serious concerns over the continued presence of uncovered and abandoned borewells in rural areas despite repeated warnings...
A large-scale search and rescue operation has been launched in Arunachal Pradesh following severe flooding caused by relentless rainfall across several districts of the northeastern state. The Indian Air Force (IAF), in coordination with state authorities and disaster response agencies, has mobilized resources to assist affected communities, particularly in Keyi Panyor district, where floodwaters have...
A tragic boat accident in Uttar Pradesh’s Hamirpur district triggered a large-scale rescue operation after a passenger boat capsized in the Yamuna River on Wednesday, leaving at least six people missing. Local authorities, disaster response teams, and divers launched an intensive search mission as concerns grew over the safety of passengers traveling on small river...
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday visited disaster-affected areas of Chamoli district to inspect ongoing relief, rescue, and road restoration efforts after a devastating cloudburst late Wednesday night. The incident has impacted over 200 people, leaving widespread destruction in its wake. Earlier in the day, CM Dhami reviewed the situation from the Emergency...
Dehradun: Uttarakhand, renowned for its spiritual significance and natural beauty, has frequently faced devastating natural disasters, including floods, landslides, and cloudbursts. Amidst these challenges, the strong working relationship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is being hailed as a new model of disaster management. PM Modi, who shares a deep...
Uttarakhand witnessed another natural disaster on Friday as cloudbursts struck Rudraprayag and Chamoli districts, leaving several families trapped under debris. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami confirmed the incidents, stating that relief and rescue operations are being carried out on a war footing by the local administration. Necessary instructions have been issued to the Disaster Secretary...
A major controversy erupted in Punjab after a video surfaced showing three state ministers discussing their past trips to Sweden and Goa while inspecting flood-affected areas. The video, which went viral on social media, captured ministers Barinder Kumar Goyal, Laljit Bhullar, and Harbhajan Singh seated on a boat wearing life jackets, casually sharing stories about...
Five days after a devastating cloudburst struck the Machail Mata Yatra base camp in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has stated that the chances of finding the 70 missing individuals alive are extremely low. The tragedy, which claimed at least 64 lives, has left rescue teams racing against time. Speaking to...
A devastating cloudburst struck Chosoti village in the Paddar sub-division of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Thursday, sparking fears of multiple casualties. While unofficial reports suggest that at least 10 people may have lost their lives, authorities have not yet confirmed any fatalities. The sudden natural disaster has caused widespread panic and damage in...