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After High Court Nudge, Centre Agrees To Free Kerala Govt Of ₹120 Crore Arrears For Immediate Use In Wayanad Rehabilitation

Live Law

The Central government on Friday agreed to free up for now ₹120 crore debt to be paid by the Kerala government towards arrears of airlifting services provided by the Centre in 2006, 2016, 2017, so as to enable the State to put the amount for immediate use in Wayanad rehabilitation works. The development comes after the Kerala High Court asked …

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1 day, 13 hours ago

Telcos, Centre gear up for Maha Kumbh Mela, expected to witness record tele-density

The Hindu

The last time pilgrims thronged the Maha Kumbh Mela in 2013, 4G had been deployed by Indian telecom operators for just about a year and was far from being universally available. The Maha Kumbh is consistently ranked as the largest religious gathering in the world, and this year will be no exception, with the Uttar Pradesh government saying it is …

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2 days, 1 hour ago

Nadda chairs BJP election committee meet in Delhi ahead of assembly polls

The Hindu

As the dates for the assembly elections in Delhi are nearing, Bharatiya Janata Party president J.P. Nadda on Thursday chaired a meeting with the party workers at the party's office in the national capital. The first meeting of the election management committee of the Delhi BJP unit consists of 23 dignitaries. Soon, the BJP will conduct its second meeting to …

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2 days, 4 hours ago

Harrowing escapes from Los Angeles wildfires were made by foot, by car or by the grace of strangers

Associated Press

PASADENA, Calif. — Flames and pillars of smoke rose from both sides of the road and a woman yelled in panic as firefighters ushered a crowd of fleeing residents along. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Their escape came as thousands of people fled wildfires …

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2 days, 9 hours ago

Assam mine tragedy: Rescue ops continue for 4th day, efforts on to dewater shaft

India Today

Rescue operations by multiple state and central agencies to save eight workers trapped inside an illegal rat-hole coal mine in Assam's Dima Hasao district continued for the fourth day on Thursday, with a major focus to dewater the flooded shaft. As a result of heavy rain, water gushed into the 300-foot-deep illegal mine situated in Umrangso, a remote industrial town …

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2 days, 9 hours ago

Heartbreaking video of baby deer fleeing Los Angeles wildfire goes viral

India Today

A heartbreaking moment from the Los Angeles wildfire has captured widespread attention, with viral footage on X showing a baby deer frantically fleeing through Altadena as flames engulf the area, devastating over 10,000 acres. The video, shared by Jacob Wheeler of NBC Los Angeles, has garnered over 3 million views on X with viewers expressing deep concern for the wildlife …

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Achievers, activists among 10,000 special guests invited for Republic Day parade

India Today

With an aim to encourage public participation in national events, nearly 10,000 special guests from diverse backgrounds have been invited to witness the 76th Republic Day parade on January 26 in New Delhi. Notable invitees include sarpanches from top-performing villages, disaster relief workers, Self-Help Group members, artisans, renewable energy workers, Accredited Social Health Activist workers, and tribal beneficiaries. For their …

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2 days, 10 hours ago

LA fires: The disaster in California just revealed a very grim truth.

Slate

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. Going into early Wednesday morning, even more fires started within the county and consumed hundreds of acres, while Palisades fire hydrants found themselves sapped of water. Just one day after Mark Zuckerberg announced that Facebook and Instagram would no …

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River interlinking, the fount of environmental disaster

The Hindu

On December 25, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Ken-Betwa River Link Project, which aims to solve the water scarcity in the Bundelkhand region that covers parts of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Initially termed the ‘National Water Grid’, this concept re-emerged as the ‘River-Interlinking Project’ from the Ministry of Water Resources to transfer surplus …

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2 days, 15 hours ago

Veliyamkode’s tsunami emergency readiness put to test

The Hindu

The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority conducted a tsunami mock drill in the coastal panchayat of Veliyamkode on Wednesday. Apart from the State Disaster Response Force, police, fire and rescue service, health, fisheries, Coast Guard, revenue and civic body officials took part in the mock drill. They were warned that tsunami waves would hit Ponnani coast by 10.45 a.m. As …

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2 days, 22 hours ago

Elon Musk slammed George Soros’ Presidential Medal of Freedom. Ironic!

Slate

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. To some, the medal was due recognition for Soros’ decades of philanthropic efforts through his Open Society Foundations to promote more democratic, humane, and just societies around the world. And to people who have long railed against Soros’ political …

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3 days, 6 hours ago

Palisades Fire Burns Homes in Wealthy Los Angeles Neighborhood

Live Mint

-- A fast-moving wildfire ripped through an affluent area of Los Angeles, destroying homes and forcing thousands of people to evacuate as firefighters warned that conditions would worsen overnight. About 30,000 people were ordered to leave their homes on Tuesday after a brush fire erupted in the Pacific Palisades community, causing panic and traffic gridlock, with some abandoning their cars …

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3 days, 9 hours ago

Assam coal mine accident: Body of one trapped miner recovered, eight still trapped

India TV News

Assam coal mine accident: The body of one of the nine miners trapped inside a coal mine in Dima Hasao district of Assam was recovered by a diving team of the Indian Army on Wednesday on the third day of the rescue operations, officials said. The joint rescue operation led by the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, National Disaster Response Force, …

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Tibet rocked by 20 earthquakes in 24 hours: What happened in the Himalayan region

India Today

A series of powerful earthquakes rocked Tibet on Tuesday, leaving over 120 dead and more than 400 people trapped under debris as rescue operations continued for the second day on Wednesday. The seismic activity began with a 7.1-magnitude earthquake in the Xizang region, near the Nepal-Tibet border, followed by over 20 tremors within 24 hours. This tectonic activity creates extensive …

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3 days, 9 hours ago

A tale of two presidents: How L.A. fires show the difference between Biden and Trump

LA Times

Gavin Newsom, middle, and U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla attend a briefing in Santa Monica on the L.A. County fires on Jan. 8, 2025. “I will demand that this incompetent governor allow beautiful, clean, fresh water to FLOW INTO CALIFORNIA!” The morning missive from the president-elect, as communities burned and thousands of people fled their homes, echoed his prior threats to …

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3 days, 10 hours ago

Pacific Palisades locals describe catastrophic fire as they escape with designer suitcases: 'Like a disaster movie'

Daily Mail

A fire is raging in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Southern California which is known for high-end shops and A-list celebrities like Reese Witherspoon and Ben Affleck. Firefighters run as a brush fire burns in Pacific Palisades, California A firefighter protects a structure from the advancing in California A fire is raging in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Southern California …

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3 days, 16 hours ago

HYDRAA police station to come up in Secunderabad

The Hindu

The Government of Telangana announced the establishment of a dedicated police station for the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency at B-Block, Budha Bhavan, Secunderabad. The decision, formalised through a government order issued by Special Chief Secretary Ravi Gupta, aims at streamlining law enforcement activities within HYDRAA’s jurisdiction, focusing on asset protection and related issues. Nature of cases that …

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3 days, 16 hours ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Water ambulance from Gujarat, traffic police's special plan | Check updates on preparation

India TV News

Maha Kumbh 2025: The preparation for the mega religious event - Maha Kumbh 2025 entered its last leg. National Disaster Response Force DIG Manoj Sharma said the water ambulance will be operational during the Maha Kumbh. Traffic Police devise plan for 7 important routes In a bid to ensure smooth travel for devotees and tourists during the Maha Kumbh, the …

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4 days, 1 hour ago

Is It Safe To Microwave Leftovers In Their Takeout Containers?

Huff Post

FreshSplash via Getty Images This story begins with a tragic tale of woe: After a long evening at a cocktail party, I returned home with a ravenous appetite for melted cheese. Had I known more about different types of plastic used to make takeout containers at the time of my queso disaster, I wouldn’t have been as surprised by the …

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Tibet earthquake today: At least 53 dead as 7.1-magnitude quake felt in Nepal and India

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The death toll from a …

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4 days, 9 hours ago

Gujarat: 18-year-old girl fell into borewell in Kachchh, rescue operation underway

India TV News

An 18-year-old girl fell into a borewell at Kanderai village in Kachchh district on Monday morning. Arun Sharma, Tehsildar of Kachchh spoke to media and said, "An 18-year-old girl fell into a borewell on Monday early morning.The Army, NDRF and BSF team are present at the spot and the operation is underway to rescue the girl.we have provided oxygen to …

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4 days, 9 hours ago

Woman rescued from debris of Tarwekamp explosion released from hospital

NL Times

A woman who was trapped under rubble for nearly 12 hours following a deadly explosion in The Hague's Tarwekamp area has been discharged from the hospital and transferred to a rehabilitation center. Naomi van Vliet, director of Lichtpuntjes van Mariahoeve, the prominent local charity organisation, confirmed the update, as reported by Omroep West. The injured woman is a member of …

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4 days, 16 hours ago

American fan among eight detained for tragedy chanting at Liverpool vs Man Utd

The Independent

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy An American man was among eight people detained …

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5 days, 9 hours ago

32 dolphins have died since an oil spill near southern Russia, experts say

NPR

32 dolphins have died since an oil spill near southern Russia, experts say toggle caption Krasnodar Gov. Veniamin Kondraty/via AP Thirty-two dolphins have died since fuel oil spilled out of two storm-stricken tankers three weeks ago in the Kerch Strait, which separates the Russia-occupied Crimean Peninsula from Russia's southern Krasnodar region, an animal rescue group said Sunday. Russia's Delfa Dolphin …

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After High Court Nudge, Centre Agrees To Free Kerala Govt Of ₹120 Crore Arrears For Immediate Use In Wayanad Rehabilitation

Telcos, Centre gear up for Maha Kumbh Mela, expected to witness record tele-density

Nadda chairs BJP election committee meet in Delhi ahead of assembly polls

Harrowing escapes from Los Angeles wildfires were made by foot, by car or by the grace of strangers

Assam mine tragedy: Rescue ops continue for 4th day, efforts on to dewater shaft

Heartbreaking video of baby deer fleeing Los Angeles wildfire goes viral

Achievers, activists among 10,000 special guests invited for Republic Day parade

LA fires: The disaster in California just revealed a very grim truth.

River interlinking, the fount of environmental disaster

Veliyamkode’s tsunami emergency readiness put to test

Elon Musk slammed George Soros’ Presidential Medal of Freedom. Ironic!

Palisades Fire Burns Homes in Wealthy Los Angeles Neighborhood

Assam coal mine accident: Body of one trapped miner recovered, eight still trapped

Tibet rocked by 20 earthquakes in 24 hours: What happened in the Himalayan region

A tale of two presidents: How L.A. fires show the difference between Biden and Trump

Pacific Palisades locals describe catastrophic fire as they escape with designer suitcases: 'Like a disaster movie'

HYDRAA police station to come up in Secunderabad

Maha Kumbh 2025: Water ambulance from Gujarat, traffic police's special plan | Check updates on preparation

Is It Safe To Microwave Leftovers In Their Takeout Containers?

Tibet earthquake today: At least 53 dead as 7.1-magnitude quake felt in Nepal and India

Gujarat: 18-year-old girl fell into borewell in Kachchh, rescue operation underway

Woman rescued from debris of Tarwekamp explosion released from hospital

American fan among eight detained for tragedy chanting at Liverpool vs Man Utd

32 dolphins have died since an oil spill near southern Russia, experts say