Cyclone Amphan: UN chief commends India, Bangladesh for life-saving work
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: UN chief commends India, Bangladesh for life-saving work

Live Mint  

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has expressed sadness over the loss of lives and destruction in India and Bangladesh by Cyclone Amphan and commended the governments, first responders and communities for their “pre-emptive” work to help people and ensure their safety. In a video message after reviewing the situation with Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Basirhat in North 24 Parganas district, Modi also announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh to the families of each of those killed during the devastation caused by cyclone Amphan, and ₹50,000 for the injured. The UN Country Team in India said Cyclone Amphan, which ravaged areas in West Bengal, was considered more destructive than Cyclone Aila, which slammed the region in May 2009. Amphan hit seven districts badly, namely South 24 Paraganas, North 24 Paraganas, East Medinipur, West Medinipur, Howrah, Hooghly and Kolkata, with damages also reported in the district of Birbhum.

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Cyclone Dana: A Severe Landfall in Odisha, India
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Cyclone Dana: A Severe Landfall in Odisha, India

Live Mint  

As Cyclone Dana makes landfall in Odisha, India, heavy rains and gusty winds have caused widespread devastation. The landfall process is expected to continue for the next 1-2 hours, with the impact continuing across Odisha and West Bengal. Some of the most severe cyclones India has witnessed over the years include the Super Cyclone of Odisha (1999), Cyclone Phailin (2013), …

Cyclone Remal: CM Mamata Banerjee closely tracking relief work done by administration
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Cyclone Remal: CM Mamata Banerjee closely tracking relief work done by administration

India TV News  

Cyclone Remal: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her concern on Tuesday over the damage caused by Cyclone Remal in the state's coastal areas. 'Closely keeping track of the relief work' Assuring the public that the difficult times would soon pass, the Bengal CM also expressed her heartfelt gratitude to everyone who assisted those affected by the cyclone. "While …

Braving Michaung: NDRF’s Relentless Journey in Emergency Response
1 year, 1 month ago

Braving Michaung: NDRF’s Relentless Journey in Emergency Response

News 18  

As Cyclone Michaung wreaks havoc in the eastern coast of India, the NDRF is engaged in the difficult task of bringing relief to the areas hit by heavy rainfall and powerful winds. Over 29 National Disaster Response Force teams have been deployed across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Puducherry for over a week now to conduct relief and rescue …

Cyclone Sitrang hits Bangladesh, hundreds of thousands of people evacuated
2 years, 2 months ago

Cyclone Sitrang hits Bangladesh, hundreds of thousands of people evacuated

Deccan Chronicle  

PATUAKHALI, Bangladesh: Cyclone Sitrang slammed into densely-populated, low-lying Bangladesh late Monday, killing at least five people as authorities fearing heavy rain and storm surge rushed to move hundreds of thousands out of the system's path. At least 250,000 people had already been evacuated from coastal districts to cyclone shelters by the afternoon, two regional administrators told AFP. "We have already …

Mamata Banerjee Slams Irrigation Dept Over Reconstruction Work Post Cyclone Yaas
3 years, 7 months ago

Mamata Banerjee Slams Irrigation Dept Over Reconstruction Work Post Cyclone Yaas

News 18  

After cyclone Yaas left a trail of destruction in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday expressed her disappointment for the slow pace of work by the irrigation department despite receiving adequate resources. During a virtual meeting with officials of irrigation and forest departments, Mamata Banerjee said that the cyclonic storm damaged several dams despite crores of money being …

In Bengal, a political battle over cyclone relief erupts, again
3 years, 7 months ago

In Bengal, a political battle over cyclone relief erupts, again

Hindustan Times  

On May 28, two days after Cyclone Yaas inflicted heavy damage in the coastal districts and Sunderban delta of West Bengal, chief minister Mamata Banerjee, while taking stock of the situation in South 24 Parganas, warned district officials to ensure that there were no complaints in relief operations. This irked the CM because officials pointed out many of the embankments …

Why Naveen Patnaik didn't ask PM Modi for Cyclone Yaas aid
3 years, 7 months ago

Why Naveen Patnaik didn't ask PM Modi for Cyclone Yaas aid

India Today  

On May 28, Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi there was no immediate need for the Centre to open its purse strings for his state to provide aid for Cyclone Yaas. The same day, the Odisha chief minister tweeted further on the matter: “As the country is at the peak of Covid-19 pandemic, we have not …

PM Modi Announces Rs 500 Cr Relief Package for 2 Yaas-hit States, Centre's Team to Assess Damage
3 years, 7 months ago

PM Modi Announces Rs 500 Cr Relief Package for 2 Yaas-hit States, Centre's Team to Assess Damage

News 18  

After undertaking an aerial survey of the Cyclone Yaas-affected areas in Odisha and West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Rs 500 crore relief package for each state on Friday. It was learnt that Rs 500 crore would be immediately given to Odisha but Rs 500 crore for Bengal and Jharkhand will be released on the basis of the extent …

Cyclone Yaas: Mamata says Bengal 'might not get anything' after 15-minute meet with Narendra Modi
3 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Yaas: Mamata says Bengal 'might not get anything' after 15-minute meet with Narendra Modi

Firstpost  

The West Bengal chief minister on Friday sought a Rs 20,000-crore package from the prime minister for redevelopment of areas affected by Cyclone Yaas Kolkata: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday submitted a report to Prime Minister Naredra Modi on the damages caused by cyclone ‘Yaas’ in the state, and sought a Rs 20,000-crore package for redevelopment of …

Odisha doesn't want relief money, help us with long-term infra to fight cyclones better: Naveen Patnaik
3 years, 7 months ago

Odisha doesn't want relief money, help us with long-term infra to fight cyclones better: Naveen Patnaik

Op India  

Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Friday said he has not sought any relief package for the devastation caused by Cyclone Yaas from the Centre, which is already hard-pressed in warding off the threat posed by the coronavirus outbreak. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee complained of ‘discrimination’ over relief money even before cyclone Yaas came West Bengal chief minister Mamata …

Cyclone Yaas | PM announces ₹1,000 crore aid for three cyclone-hit States
3 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Yaas | PM announces ₹1,000 crore aid for three cyclone-hit States

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a ₹1000 crore assistance for cyclone ‘Yaas’ -hit Odisha, West Bengal and Jharkhand. Soon after attending a review meeting with Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik here, Mr. Modi undertook an aerial survey of Bhadrak and Balasore districts battered by ‘Yaas’, en route to West Bengal. He said, “I have sought assistance for long-term …

Cyclone review meet: PM Modi, Bengal Guv waited 30 mins for CM Mamata, say sources
3 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone review meet: PM Modi, Bengal Guv waited 30 mins for CM Mamata, say sources

India Today  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee arrived 30 minutes late for a review meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankar on the impact of Cyclone Yaas in the state, according to sources. — Governor West Bengal Jagdeep Dhankhar May 28, 2021 In Mamata Banerjee's defence, sources said that her office was allegedly asked to delay …

Centre approves Rs 4,382 cr for six states to cover damages caused by cyclone, floods, and landslides
4 years, 1 month ago

Centre approves Rs 4,382 cr for six states to cover damages caused by cyclone, floods, and landslides

Firstpost  

New Delhi: A high-level committee, headed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, has approved the release of nearly Rs 4,382crore to six states as central assistance for the natural calamities they faced this year. The high-level committee has approved additional central assistance of Rs 4,381.88 crore to six states from the National Disaster Response Fund, a statement by the Home …

West Bengal govt announces Rs 2 lakh financial assistance for single screen theatres damaged in cyclone Amphan – Firstpost
4 years, 4 months ago

West Bengal govt announces Rs 2 lakh financial assistance for single screen theatres damaged in cyclone Amphan – Firstpost

Firstpost  

The financial package was being given in response to an appeal by the apex body of the producers and distributors forum of eastern India in August. The West Bengal government has announced financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh to single-screen cinema halls which suffered extensive damage to property caused by cyclone Amphan, an official said. The government letter further announced …

Mamata Asks Centre to Clear Bengal's Dues, Seeks Creation of Separate Fund to Fight Covid-19
4 years, 5 months ago

Mamata Asks Centre to Clear Bengal's Dues, Seeks Creation of Separate Fund to Fight Covid-19

News 18  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday asked the Centre to clear all financial dues of the state worth Rs 53,000 crore to help it fight the COVID-19 pandemic effectively. Banerjee, during an online programme where Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated new testing facilities in West Bengal, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, also sought the creation of a separate fund …

Submerged homes, flooded fields, derailed lives: The aftermath of Cyclone Amphan in Bangladesh, in photos
4 years, 6 months ago

Submerged homes, flooded fields, derailed lives: The aftermath of Cyclone Amphan in Bangladesh, in photos

Firstpost  

In the aftermath of Cyclone Amphan, with homes and livelihoods washed away, most residents in Bangladesh try to survive, some migrate. In May, Cyclone Amphan washed away their hut. If I can get some work, I will take my family members there.” Cyclone Amphan made landfall in West Bengal, India, on 20 May, and devastated the area, with indigenous residents …

Cyclone Amphan May Not Be in News Anymore: Sunil Chhetri Urges to Help Those Who Have Lost
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan May Not Be in News Anymore: Sunil Chhetri Urges to Help Those Who Have Lost

News 18  

Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri on Monday urged people who can to come out and support those who have lost a lot during Super Cyclone Amphan which lashed West Bengal last month. "Cyclone Amphan may not be in the news anymore, but the trail of devastation it has left is a long one," Sunil Chhetri said in a tweet …

West Bengal releases ₹6,250 cr. for Amphan damage
4 years, 7 months ago

West Bengal releases ₹6,250 cr. for Amphan damage

The Hindu  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday announced the release of ₹6,250 crore for the damage caused by Cyclone Amphan. Of this sum, ₹20,000 would be credited to their accounts and ₹28,000 would be part of their wages for 100 days of work under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme. Of this sum, ₹50 crore would be …

Cascading crises force periphery into the core
4 years, 7 months ago

Cascading crises force periphery into the core

Deccan Chronicle  

Cyclone Amphan slammed into Kolkata, the city where I was born and grew up, leaving behind a trail of misery and huge losses. But unlike residents of the Pacific islands, who have managed to garner global attention, the lives of the Sunderbans’ people typically remain invisible at international climate negotiations and in the policy discourse inside India. Why can’t we …

South Bengal ruinously impacted by COVID-19 and Amphan
4 years, 7 months ago

South Bengal ruinously impacted by COVID-19 and Amphan

The Hindu  

For 31-year-old Halima Bibi, a landless sharecropper, survival over the next six months is dependent on subsidies from neighbours and the government, now that two sources of livelihood on which she relied have dried up. “The cyclone came exactly at a time when I was about to remove the paddy from the field in three days’ time,” she said, while …

Shikha Mukerjee: Amphan's aftermath set to test Mamata & Modi
4 years, 7 months ago

Shikha Mukerjee: Amphan's aftermath set to test Mamata & Modi

Deccan Chronicle  

In the wake of the Amphan super-cyclone, the short-term restoration of a minimum-level normality, the medium-term rehabilitation of those evacuated and the longer exercise of reconstruction and sustainable solvency will test the capabilities of the political class. The Modi government’s initial advance of Rs 1,000 crores is only a token, given the ballpark estimate by Banerjee that relief, rehabilitation and …

Modi conveys Eid greetings to Bangladesh PM, Abu Dhabi crown prince
4 years, 7 months ago

Modi conveys Eid greetings to Bangladesh PM, Abu Dhabi crown prince

Live Mint  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday conveyed Eid greetings to the prime minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina and the crown prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in separate phone calls to the two leaders. In his conversation with the Bangladesh Prime Minister, both leaders “shared their assessment of the damage caused by Cyclone Amphan in both …

Cyclone Amphan | NDRF relief disbursed to West Bengal, Odisha
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan | NDRF relief disbursed to West Bengal, Odisha

The Hindu  

The relief of ₹1,000 crore and ₹500 crore released to West Bengal and Odisha, respectively, in the wake of the damage and destruction caused by Cyclone Amphan, has been disbursed from the National Disaster Response Fund. On May 23, on the recommendation of the MHA, the Finance Ministry asked the Reserve Bank of India to credit the amount to the …

West Bengal thanks Centre for Cyclone Amphan relief support; work on restoring power in full swing
4 years, 7 months ago

West Bengal thanks Centre for Cyclone Amphan relief support; work on restoring power in full swing

India TV News  

The West Bengal government on Monday expressed its gratitude to Centre over continued support to the local authorities in the aftermath of Cyclone Amphan, during a video conferencing call between state and Centre officials, which among others was attended by Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba and West Bengal’s Chief Secretary Rajiv Sinha. The press release noted that Centre has already released …

Cyclone Amphan: Protest against West Bengal government continues as relief work languishes, deployment of Indian Army requested
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: Protest against West Bengal government continues as relief work languishes, deployment of Indian Army requested

Op India  

Days after cyclone Amphan wreaked havoc in the state of West Bengal, the simmering tensions among the disenchanted population against the Mamata Banerjee-led government’s inept handling of the relief activities crystallised on the streets as protest mounted against the state administration for its bungled response to the catastrophe. Mamata Banerjee requests Centre to deploy Indian Army An irate mob of …

Cyclone Amphan caused damage worth $13 billion, say West Bengal government officials; $130 million losses in Bangladesh likely to rise
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan caused damage worth $13 billion, say West Bengal government officials; $130 million losses in Bangladesh likely to rise

Firstpost  

Powerful cyclone Amphan that tore through India’s eastern state of West Bengal this week has caused a damage of 1 trillion rupees to infrastructure and crops Kolkata: A powerful cyclone that tore through India’s eastern state of West Bengal this week has caused a damage of 1 trillion rupees to infrastructure and crops, state officials said. Neighbouring Bangladesh, which also …

Cyclone Amphan | Odisha sends help to battered Bengal
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan | Odisha sends help to battered Bengal

The Hindu  

The Odisha government has sent 500 personnel of the Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force and the Odisha Fire Service to West Bengal ravaged by Super Cyclone Amphan. Watch | Cyclone Amphan wreaks havoc in West Bengal and Odisha They left for West Bengal on Saturday and would begin road clearance on Sunday morning, said Pradeep Kumar Jena, Managing Director of …

Bengal seeks help from Army to restore infrastructure
4 years, 7 months ago

Bengal seeks help from Army to restore infrastructure

The Hindu  

The West Bengal government on Saturday sought help from the Army for restoration of essential services damaged by the cyclone Amphan. Army support has been called for; NDRF and SDRF teams deployed; Rlys, Port & private sector too requested to supply teams and equipment," the State's Home Department tweeted. The government added that drinking water and drainage infrastructure were being …

Cyclone Amphan: Centre sends 5 Army columns to help Kolkata
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: Centre sends 5 Army columns to help Kolkata

India TV News  

Accepting West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's request, Centre has sent five columns to help Kolkata administration in restoring infrastructure in the state battered by cyclone Amphan. Earlier today, West Bengal had sought support of the Indian Army, Railways and port for restoring essential infrastructure and services in the cyclone-ravaged areas of the state. Cyclone Amphan has claimed 86 lives …

Amphan is the biggest natural calamity to ever hit West Bengal
4 years, 7 months ago

Amphan is the biggest natural calamity to ever hit West Bengal

The Hindu  

With COVID-19 spreading rapidly in the State, the last thing that West Bengal needed was a super cyclone wreaking havoc in the coastal districts and the State capital Kolkata. Originating in the Bay of Bengal, Amphan crashed upon the coastal belt of the State near Sagar Island at a speed of 155-165 km per hour, with gust wind speed going …

Centre declares cyclone relief for Bengal, Odisha
4 years, 7 months ago

Centre declares cyclone relief for Bengal, Odisha

Live Mint  

The Centre on Friday assured advances of ₹1,000 crore to West Bengal and ₹500 crore to Odisha for relief and rehabilitation measures after the two state were devastated by very severe cyclonic storm Amphan. ₹2 lakh would be given to the next of kin of the persons deceased and ₹50,000 each to the persons who have been seriously injured because …

Cyclone Amphan: Narendra Modi announces Rs 1,000-cr aid for Bengal, Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of deceased; toll jumps to 80
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: Narendra Modi announces Rs 1,000-cr aid for Bengal, Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of deceased; toll jumps to 80

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an advance assistance of Rs 1,000 crore for restoration work in areas in West Bengal that were decimated by cyclone ‘Amphan’ Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flew down to Kolkata to take stock of the situation in large swathes of West Bengal that were decimated by cyclone ‘Amphan’ and announced an advance assistance …

The relief package will be misused by CPM govt, Mamata had said in 2009, read details
4 years, 7 months ago

The relief package will be misused by CPM govt, Mamata had said in 2009, read details

Op India  

On Friday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had reportedly reached out to the Centre, seeking financial aid for the reconstruction of the State after the Cyclone ‘Amphan’ devastated several districts, leaving ruin in its wake. Screengrab of Indian Express Report Mamata Banerjee opposed Central assistance during ‘Aila’ According to a report published by The Economic Times on May 30, …

Cyclone Amphan: Centre announces interim advance relief of ₹1,000 cr to Bengal
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: Centre announces interim advance relief of ₹1,000 cr to Bengal

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI: The Centre has announced an interim advance relief of ₹1,000 crore to cyclone-hit West Bengal as the state begins relief and restoration work. ₹2 lakh would be given to the next of kin of the persons deceased and ₹50,000 each to the persons who got seriously injured due to the cyclone in parts of West Bengal," said Prime …

West Bengal suffered losses of Rs 1 lakh crore due to Cyclone Amphan, says CM Mamata Banerjee
4 years, 7 months ago

West Bengal suffered losses of Rs 1 lakh crore due to Cyclone Amphan, says CM Mamata Banerjee

Hindustan Times  

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday said that West Bengal has suffered losses to the tune of Rs 1 lakh crore due to cyclone Amphan that has devastated the state. West Bengal chief minister, Mamata Banerjee said she has briefed the Prime Minister in detail about the post-cyclone situation in the state. Banerjee said she has briefed the Prime Minister …

PM announces ₹1,000 cr aid for Bengal, ₹500 cr for Odisha
4 years, 7 months ago

PM announces ₹1,000 cr aid for Bengal, ₹500 cr for Odisha

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a rehabilitation package of ₹1,000 crore for West Bengal and ₹500 crore for Odisha after an aerial survey of the devastation caused by cyclone Amphan. “An advance assistance of ₹1,000 crore will be arranged by the government of India, so that the State government does not face any major hardship during these difficult …

Amphan toll in West Bengal 80, says Mamata Banerjee
4 years, 7 months ago

Amphan toll in West Bengal 80, says Mamata Banerjee

The Hindu  

At least 80 people died in West Bengal due to super cyclone Amphan, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said late on May 21. The families of the deceased will be given a compensation of ₹2.5 lakh, while a fund of ₹1,000 crore had been created, Ms. Banerjee said. P.M. surveys State Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted an aerial survey of West …

Cyclone Amphan leaves 80 dead, millions without power in West Bengal; Narendra Modi arrives in Kolkata
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan leaves 80 dead, millions without power in West Bengal; Narendra Modi arrives in Kolkata

Firstpost  

Many parts of Kolkata, home to more than 14 million people, were under water, and its airport was closed briefly by flooding. At least 80 are dead in West Bengal, millions without power and wide swaths of coastal regions flooded as Cyclone Amphan cut a path of destruction that is still being assessed. “I have never seen such a disaster …

Deadly cyclone cuts destructive path in India and Bangladesh
4 years, 7 months ago

Deadly cyclone cuts destructive path in India and Bangladesh

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Wide swaths of coastal India and Bangladesh were flooded and millions were without power Thursday as Cyclone Amphan, the most powerful storm to hit the region in more than a decade, killed over 80 people and cut a path of destruction that is still being assessed. “I have never seen such a disaster before,” said West Bengal …

Cyclone Amphan considered even more destructive than Cyclone Aila: United Nations
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan considered even more destructive than Cyclone Aila: United Nations

India Today  

Cyclone Amphan, which has killed 77 people and left thousands homeless in West Bengal, is now considered even more destructive than Cyclone Aila which slammed southern Bangladesh and eastern India in 2009, the UN has said. "The UN Country Team in India reported that Cyclone Amphan, which caused widespread damage around Calcutta is now considered even more destructive than Cyclone …

Cyclone Amphan: Never seen such devastation before, property loss is huge, says CM Mamata Banerjee
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: Never seen such devastation before, property loss is huge, says CM Mamata Banerjee

India Today  

Two days after cyclone Amphan battered several parts of West Bengal, leaving a trail of destruction and 80 people dead, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she has never seen such a calamity in her life. Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the state to access the damage caused by cyclone Amphan, Mamata Banerjee mentioned that the property loss …

Cyclone Amphan: Bengal death toll touches 80, Mamata Banerjee says 2 districts completely devastated
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: Bengal death toll touches 80, Mamata Banerjee says 2 districts completely devastated

India Today  

The death toll in West Bengal due to Cyclone Amphan has risen to 80 as more bodies were recovered from debris today morning. Speaking to reporters, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said the calamity has claimed 80 lives in the state so far. Speaking about the widespread devastation caused in West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, in a tweet, had earlier …

A double disaster: The Hindu Editorial on Amphan cyclone amid the coronavirus
4 years, 7 months ago

A double disaster: The Hindu Editorial on Amphan cyclone amid the coronavirus

The Hindu  

The trail of death and devastation that Cyclone Amphan has left in West Bengal and Odisha demonstrates, once again, the fragile state of eastern coastal States during the storm season. The States along the east coast have evolved a code of practice for a storm coming under category 3 and above: evacuations, arranging for backup power, warning people to stay …

72 dead as Cyclone Amphan weakens into deep depression after battering Bengal; 'worse than coronavirus' says Mamata as Modi vows support
4 years, 7 months ago

72 dead as Cyclone Amphan weakens into deep depression after battering Bengal; 'worse than coronavirus' says Mamata as Modi vows support

Firstpost  

Amphan weakened into a deep depression on Thursday afternoon and moved over to Bangladesh but not before leaving at least a dozen dead and wreaking devastation on several parts of West Bengal, including Kolkata. Cyclone Amphan weakened Thursday, a day after tearing through West Bengal where 72 people were killed and two districts were “completely devastated” with thousands of people …

Cyclone Amphan | No stone will be left unturned to help those affected by cyclone: PM
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan | No stone will be left unturned to help those affected by cyclone: PM

The Hindu  

No stone will be left unturned in helping those affected by cyclone ‘Amphan’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday. “Have been seeing visuals from West Bengal on the devastation caused by Cyclone Amphan,” the prime minister tweeted. No stone will be left unturned in helping the affected,” he said. The prime minister said his thoughts are with the people …

10 killed as cyclone Amphan batters Bangladesh
4 years, 7 months ago

10 killed as cyclone Amphan batters Bangladesh

Deccan Chronicle  

Dhaka: A powerful cyclone has battered Bangladesh, killing at least 10 people, devastating coastal villages, inundating many areas and damaging scores of houses, officials said on Thursday. Many low-lying areas were inundated, embankments collapsed, trees uprooted and houses damaged by the cyclone in the coastal districts of Bangladesh, the Dhaka Tribune reported. The cyclone 'Amphan' started crossing the Bangladesh coast …

Cyclone Amphan: Thousands of trees uprooted in Kolkata, almost 500 in Salt Lake alone
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: Thousands of trees uprooted in Kolkata, almost 500 in Salt Lake alone

India TV News  

Heavy rain, gusty winds upto 190 kmph battered West Bengal, Odisha after extremely severe cyclone Amphan made landfall on Wednesday uprooting thousands of trees in Kolkata's Salt Lake area, howrah, hoogly, other regions. Over 6 lakh people have been evacuated in both the states and shifted to secure places, camps as cyclone Amphan wreaks havoc in Bengal damaging houses, weak …

Cyclone Amphan: Heavy rains cause waterlogging in Kolkata; state braces for more damage
4 years, 7 months ago

Cyclone Amphan: Heavy rains cause waterlogging in Kolkata; state braces for more damage

India TV News  

After Cyclone Aphan made landfall on Wednesday afternoon, relentless rains have caused waterlogging in several parts of Kolkata. According to met officials, it would take 5 to 6 hours for the cyclone to pass over Bengal and the rains are expected to continue till Friday. According to the Met department, the cyclone is moving in a north-northeast direction and will …

Flooded roads, damaged homes, darkness: Ravaged Kolkata takes stock after Cyclone Amphan
4 years, 7 months ago

Flooded roads, damaged homes, darkness: Ravaged Kolkata takes stock after Cyclone Amphan

India Today  

Citizens in Kolkata woke up to a devastating sight on Thursday morning after severe cyclonic storm Amphan pummelled the city for more than seven hours till late on Wednesday. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said during a press conference on Wednesday that the severe storm has destroyed one area after another, and many people shifted to temporary shelter homes …

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