Assam flood situation remains critical, over 11.5 lakh people affected
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam flood situation remains critical, over 11.5 lakh people affected

The Hindu  

Assam continues to grapple with a severe flood crisis, affecting 11.50 lakh people across 23 districts, as the water level of major rivers, including the Brahmaputra and its tributaries, flowing above the danger mark, an official report said. On July 2, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Golaghat district following a breach of embankments, inspected flood-hit areas, interacted with the suffering population and held meetings with officials to provide relief and rehabilitation to people reeling under the deluge. The current second wave of floods have affected Barpeta, Biswanath, Cachar, Charaideo, Chirang, Darrang, Dhemaji, Dibrugarh, Golaghat, Jorhat, Kamrup Metropolitan, Karbi Anglong, Karimganj, Lakhimpur, Majuli, Morigaon, Nagaon, Nalbari, Sivasagar, Sonitpur, Tamulpur, Tinsukia and Udalguri districts. Lakhimpur is the worst hit with over 1.65 lakh people suffering, followed by Darrang with more than 1.47 lakh people and Golaghat with almost 1.07 lakh people reeling under floodwaters, the report said.

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6 killed, 130,000 displaced in floods in Malaysia

China Daily  

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Bihar Flood Situation Remains Grim; Schools, Power Grid Flooded — WATCH

ABP News  

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3 months ago

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New Indian Express  

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Central team arrives in Andhra Pradesh to assess flood damage
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Deccan Chronicle  

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The Hindu  

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A.P. floods: About 2.37 lakh people affected in Krishna district
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The Hindu  

Balaji has said that nearly 2.37 lakh people were affected due to heavy rains and floods in Krishna district. He said that 41 relief camps have been arranged and food, drinking water, biscuits and milk was distributed to the victims in the rehabilitation camps. Excise Minister Kollu Ravindra, Machilipatnam MP Vallabhaneni Balashowry, Gudivada MLA Venigandla Ramu, along with the officials …

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The Hindu  

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Ministers Anagani, Gottipati visit flood-hit villages in Repalle constituency
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Ministers Anagani, Gottipati visit flood-hit villages in Repalle constituency

The Hindu  

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At least 13 killed after floods in eastern Bangladesh affect 4.5 million people
4 months ago

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Hindustan Times  

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Tripura floods: 22 killed, two missing; 65,400 people rendered homeless
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Hindustan Times  

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Govt working 24x7 to help flood victims, says Yogi

Hindustan Times  

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Deccan Chronicle  

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Chief Minister should first focus on flood relief works, says R. Ashok

The Hindu  

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Deccan Chronicle  

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Heavy rains wreak havoc in Madhya Pradesh’s Katni district, 1700 affected people shifted to relief camps

New Indian Express  

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Hindustan Times  

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Assam flood situation continues to improve, water receding fast

The Hindu  

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Hindustan Times  

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The Hindu  

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Assam flood situation improving as water level recedes

The Hindu  

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Assam floods: 200 animals including 10 rhinos killed in Kaziranga National Park
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Hindustan Times  

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New Indian Express  

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Flood situation: Amit Shah speaks to CMs of Assam, UP, Gujarat, assures central help
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Flood situation: Amit Shah speaks to CMs of Assam, UP, Gujarat, assures central help

India TV News  

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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Hindustan Times  

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5 months, 1 week ago

Assam flood situation remains grim, nearly 14 lakh affected

India TV News  

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5 months, 1 week ago

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The Hindu  

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Assam flood situation improves marginally; 17 lakh affected in 26 districts
5 months, 1 week ago

Assam flood situation improves marginally; 17 lakh affected in 26 districts

The Hindu  

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Assam flood waters recede; death toll reaches 79
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam flood waters recede; death toll reaches 79

The Hindu  

The flood situation in Assam eased a bit over the last 24 hours but left seven people dead. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, the flood-related death toll since May reached 79 on Tuesday. Moreover, 48,021 people are currently taking shelter in 240 relief camps,” she said, adding that 39,870.3 hectares of cropland remained submerged. Forest guards patrolling …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Assam reels under devastating floods every year? EXPLAINED

India TV News  

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Floods batter 10 U.P. districts, 17 more dead
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Floods batter 10 U.P. districts, 17 more dead

Hindustan Times  

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Assam floods: Governor says more casualties, more areas affected this year
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam floods: Governor says more casualties, more areas affected this year

Hindustan Times  

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Assam flood situation improves marginally, 18.80 lakh still affected
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam flood situation improves marginally, 18.80 lakh still affected

The Hindu  

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Flood-hit Assam’s death toll climbs to 72
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Flood-hit Assam’s death toll climbs to 72

The Hindu  

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Breaking News: Rahul Gandhi Meets Flood Affected People In Silchar, Watch Video | ABP News
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Breaking News: Rahul Gandhi Meets Flood Affected People In Silchar, Watch Video | ABP News

ABP News  

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi visited Assam on Monday to meet with flood victims, as the state faces a grim situation with nearly 23 lakh people affected across 28 districts. During his visit, Gandhi toured a relief camp at Thalai In Youth Care Center in Fulertal, Assam, where he interacted with the flood victims. The second wave …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam Floods: Chaos Intensifies As Flood Hits Assam, Affects More Than 2.3 Million | ABP LIVE

ABP News  

Floods have wreaked havoc in Assam, causing widespread devastation and affecting millions. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, floods over the past month have claimed 58 lives and impacted 2.3 million people. State Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reported a gradual decrease in the water levels of these rivers. In response to the crisis, the state has established …

Assam flood situation grim; nearly 23 lakh people affected in 28 districts
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam flood situation grim; nearly 23 lakh people affected in 28 districts

The Hindu  

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Assam Floods: Rahul Gandhi To Meet Affected Families Today, Watch Big Updates Of The Hour On ABP News
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam Floods: Rahul Gandhi To Meet Affected Families Today, Watch Big Updates Of The Hour On ABP News

ABP News  

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Breaking News: Rahul Gandhi Leaves For Assam To Visit The Flood Affected Families | ABP News
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Breaking News: Rahul Gandhi Leaves For Assam To Visit The Flood Affected Families | ABP News

ABP News  

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8 More People Die as Flood Situation Remains Grim in Assam
5 months, 2 weeks ago

8 More People Die as Flood Situation Remains Grim in Assam

News 18  

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Flood-hit Assam’s death toll reaches 66
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Flood-hit Assam’s death toll reaches 66

The Hindu  

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Gogoi criticises Shah for his comment on Assam floods, says it reflects lack of knowledge
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Gogoi criticises Shah for his comment on Assam floods, says it reflects lack of knowledge

Hindustan Times  

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Assam floods: 58 people dead, 23 lakh affected by torrential rain
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam floods: 58 people dead, 23 lakh affected by torrential rain

Hindustan Times  

The floods in Assam over the past month have claimed 58 lives and affected 23 lakh people according to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority. Assam floods: 58 people dead, 23 lakh affected by torrential rains Assam is dealing with loss of lives as well as the destruction of infrastructure, road closures, livestock loss and crop damage. Though most rivers …

Fourteen killed in Nepal as monsoon rains cause flooding in South Asia
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Fourteen killed in Nepal as monsoon rains cause flooding in South Asia

Al Jazeera  

At least 14 people have been killed after heavy rains triggered flash floods and landslides across Nepal, with disaster teams searching for nine missing, police said on Sunday. Monsoon rains from June to September bring widespread death and destruction every year across South Asia, but the numbers of fatal floods and landslides have increased in recent years. Parts of Nepal …

Assam flood situation critical with 24 lakh people affected, Rahul Gandhi asks Centre, state to extend support
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam flood situation critical with 24 lakh people affected, Rahul Gandhi asks Centre, state to extend support

India TV News  

Assam flood: The flood situation in Assam continued to be critical on Saturday, with six more people losing their lives and nearly 2.4 million affected, an official bulletin said. According to the bulletin issued by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, the devastating floods claimed the lives of two persons in Charaideo and one each in Goalpara, Morigaon, Sonitpur and …

Assam floods: Himanta visits relief camps, interacts with evacuees
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam floods: Himanta visits relief camps, interacts with evacuees

New Indian Express  

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday visited relief camps in Kamrup district to take stock of the conditions of the evacuees, as the state continued to reel under floods. He met evacuees at three relief camps, interacting with them and directing the district administration for all necessary assistance. "Today, HCM Dr @himantabiswa visited the relief camp at …

Himanta, Gogoi spar as Assam floods situation worsens
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Himanta, Gogoi spar as Assam floods situation worsens

New Indian Express  

GUWAHATI: As Assam reels under a devastating flood, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi has thrown down the gauntlet at Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma asking him to take charge of the state’s Water Resources Department and show it to those who failed how to run it. He alleged the BJP-led government in the state was using the Water Resources Department like …

Heavy rains and floods wreak havoc in N-E states, over 21 lakh affected in Assam
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Heavy rains and floods wreak havoc in N-E states, over 21 lakh affected in Assam

Deccan Chronicle  

Guwahati: Heavy rainfall has caused havoc in northeastern states. Pointing out that over 21 lakh people were affected in Assam, official sources said that at least seven districts of Arunachal Pradesh in the central and eastern parts of the state were cut off due to landslides caused by flash floods. Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said the …

Assam Floods: 16.5 Lakh People In 29 Districts Affected As Rivers Cross Danger Mark
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam Floods: 16.5 Lakh People In 29 Districts Affected As Rivers Cross Danger Mark

News 18  

Many people have been affected by the ongoing floods in Assam, including the Cachar district. Among these districts, Dhubri is the worst hit, with over 2.23 lakh people suffering. It is followed by Darrang with nearly 1.84 lakh people and Lakhimpur with more than 1.66 lakh people reeling under flood waters. According to an official bulletin by the Press Trust …

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