Grotesque violation of smart city project norms: Tamil Nadu's Finance Minister on deluge

1 day, 19 hours ago

CM asks Collectors to expedite extreme poverty eradication programme

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has asked District Collectors to expedite the government’s extreme poverty eradication programme. Addressing a two-day conference of Collectors and heads of various departments, Mr. Vijayan set November this year as the deadline for achieving the State’s aim. Balagopal, Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine, Power Minister K. Krishnankutty, Ports Minister Kadannappally Ramachandran, Health Minister Veena George, Scheduled …

State Minister Vijayan Collectors Extreme Poverty

1 week ago

Inquiry ordered into quality of work at six Smart City locations in Karnataka

India Today

Urban Development Minister BS ‘Bairati’ Suresh, on Thursday, instructed officials to conduct a complete investigation into the works carried out in six Smart City projects of Karnataka, not including Bengaluru, and submit a report. At a review meeting, Bairati Suresh looked over the progress of Smart City projects in six districts: Belagavi, Davangere, Hubballi-Dharwad, Mangaluru, Shivamogga and Tumkur. The work …

Karnataka Development Urban Work Smart City Cent Smart

1 week, 3 days ago

Why govt must heed IIT Kharagpur warning on Smart Cities funding crisis

India Today

At the heart of India’s ambitious Smart Cities Mission lie the Integrated Command and Control Centres, the nerve hubs meant to revolutionise urban governance across 100 cities. ICCCs are centralised hubs designed to manage city infrastructure, monitor civic services, regulate traffic, ensure public safety and even conduct disaster simulations. The COO is supported by a mission director, often a senior …

India Public Safety Traffic Management Data Urban Cities City

1 week, 3 days ago

Andhra Pradesh to be surrounded with 'jala harati'

Deccan Chronicle

Vijayawada: The Andhra Pradesh government has decided to begin the Godavari-Banakacharla alignment project, which is estimated to cost Rs 70-80,000 crores. On Sunday, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu held crucial discussion with the officials of the water resources and the financial departments regarding the project. During his tour in New Delhi recently, Chandrababu Naidu met Union Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman …

Water Project Krishna Godavari Polavaram Banakacharla

2 weeks, 1 day ago

Commuters frustrated over stagnant sewage near Kilpauk metro station; demand immediate action

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: Commuters along the Poonamallee High Road near the Kilpauk metro station have stated that, for over a month, they have been forced to navigate through stagnant sewage on the road. Residents and Chennai Metro Rail Limited staff place the blame on alleged illegal sewage connections from nearby residential flats and hospitals to the stormwater drains, leading to sewage spilling …

Water Metro Sewage Commuters Frustrated

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Union Minister inspects ongoing projects in Ramanathapuram

The Hindu

Union Minister of State for Steel and Heavy Industries Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Varma inspected ongoing projects in Ramanathapuram district, one of the two aspirational districts in Tamil Nadu, on Monday and Tuesday. He inspected Maruchukatti panchayat Cauvery joint water project, seeds cleaning unit at Paramakudi, Primary Health Centre at Chathirakudi, Pamban railway bridge, Schwartz Higher Secondary School in Ramanathapuram, the …

Ramanathapuram

2 weeks, 3 days ago

Kerala High Court seeks report on waste management measures from Corporation

The Hindu

The Kerala High Court has sought a report from the Kochi Corporation on actions taken to clear city drains and to prevent dumping and accumulation of plastic and other wastes into drains, rivers, and backwaters. The court also instructed the secretary of the Local Self-Government department to file an affidavit on agencies handling waste collection and disposal from local authorities, …

Kerala Waste Corporation Bench

2 weeks, 3 days ago

This monsoon, sewage overflow and water stagnation are the most common complaints received by Chennai Corporation

The Hindu

Sewage overflow and stagnation of rainwater in residential areas were the most common complaints received by Greater Chennai Corporation and other civic agencies in the city during this Northeast monsoon until now. “The civic issue of sewage overflow and water stagnation is increasing public health risk,” he said. “TNHB Central Avenue, THNB 12th Street to TNHB 72nd Street have been …

Complaints Northeast Street Sewage Sewage Overflow Overflow Water Stagnation

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Tamil Nadu weather update: Heavy rains to lash Chennai, other districts, orange alert issued

India TV News

Heavy rains have been battering several districts across Tamil Nadu since the past weeks. In a fresh rain alert on Tuesday, the Regional Meteorological Centre issued an orange alert for several districts including Chennai in Tamil Nadu, indicating heavy to very heavy rainfall. An orange alert has been issued by the weather department for Tuesday for the districts of Cuddalore, …

Tamil Nadu Chennai Rain Heavy Weather Update Orange Alert Nadu Weather

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Tepid demand for urban infra fund for tier-2 and tier-3 cities

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: Under the scheme, states can avail of loans at a discounted rate of 1.5% from the prevailing bank rate for roadworks, water and sanitation, area planning and development projects, among others. Despite the Centre’s continued push for higher capital expenditure on infrastructure and emphasis on urban development, the Urban Infrastructure Development Fund introduced in the 2023-24 Budget for …

Development States Urban Cities Projects Official Fund

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Encroachments blamed for waterlogging at Tirunelveli Junction Bus Stand

New Indian Express

TIRUNELVELI: Encroachments are the primary cause of waterlogging and flooding at the Tirunelveli Junction Bus Stand, said Minister for Municipal Administration KN Nehru, who is also the minister in-charge of Tirunelveli district, here on Friday. As two days of heavy rain left many parts of Tirunelveli city inundated, Minister Nehru inspected the rain-affected areas on Friday, including the flooded bus …

Water Rain Minister Bus District Stand Tirunelveli

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Edappadi K Palaniswami Wants Survey of Crop Damage and Relief

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami urged the State government to make an assessment of the damage to crops in the two-day rains brought about by the depression in the delta districts of Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Thanjavur and Cuddalore and other places and pay adequate compensation to the affected farmers. In a statement on Friday, Palaiswami said the heavy …

Crop Damage

4 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Rains continue to lash parts of state, waterlogging in parts of Tirunelveli reported

India TV News

Widespread rains continued to lash parts of Tamil Nadu on Friday. Several areas in Thiruvannamalai, which had experienced mud slips atleast four times when Cyclone Fengal crossed the Tamil Nadu and Karaikal coast on November 30, and some parts in the southern districts, as well, were swarmed by swathes of water. Following a sudden increase in the inflows into the …

Tamil Nadu Chennai Water Thiruvannamalai

4 weeks ago

Widespread moderate to heavy rains in Chennai, parts of city waterlogged

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: Chennai witnessed widespread moderate rainfall with heavy spells recording an average rainfall of around 10 cm from Wednesday night to Thursday evening. While places like Vyasarpadi, Muthamil Nagar in Kodungaiyur, Koyembedu market and Sterling road, among others faced water stagnation, sources reported that the corporation officials were engaged in draining out the water using motor pumps. Yet, in places …

Chennai Water

1 month ago

Why didn’t DMK govt. obtain permits from Kerala authorities for Mullaperiyar maintenance, asks EPS

The Hindu

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Saturday condemned the ruling DMK government for allegedly failing to obtain permission from the Forest Department of Kerala before transporting construction material to carry out the annual maintenance work at Mullaperiyar dam. In a statement, Mr. Palaniswami said every year, the Tamil Nadu Water Resources Department takes up the maintenance of Mullaperiyar dam, …

Tamil Nadu State Obtain Dmk Palaniswami Mullaperiyar Mullaperiyar Dam

1 month ago

Tamil Nadu's negligence caused more damage: Ramadoss

New Indian Express

VILLUPURAM: PMK founder Dr S Ramadoss accused the state of failing in its efforts to prevent the damages caused by rain and floods during the recent cyclone. "Releasing 1.68 lakh cusecs suddenly from the dam caused massive destruction," he said, further criticising the state for failing to provide immediate relief, such as food and drinking water, to the affected people. …

State Ramadoss

Opposition slams Tamil Nadu government over ‘contamination’ deaths

Trending News

1 month ago

Opposition slams Tamil Nadu government over ‘contamination’ deaths

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: Leaders of various political parties on Thursday strongly condemned the deaths of two persons and hospitalisation of many more allegedly due to contamination of drinking water in Pallavaram. Expressing shock, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami said the government should have ensured proper supply of drinking water without contamination from sewage pipelines, especially after the recent cyclone. BJP state …

Dmk

1 month ago

Chennai: One Dead, 23 Hospitalised Due To Suspected Water Contamination In Pallavaram

ABP News

Chennai news: One person died and 23 others were hospitalised on Thursday following suspected water contamination after drinking water got mixed with sewage in the Pallavaram area of Chennai. Condemning the incidents that led to the tragedy, AIADMK chief Edappadi Palaniswami said, "Drinking water is a very basic thing; It is the duty of the government to distribute it with …

Chennai Drinking Drinking Water Water Contamination

1 month ago

Tamil Nadu State admin failed Dam management test

New Indian Express

After days of keeping weather experts on their toes, cyclone Fengal made landfall on the Tamil Nadu coast over the past weekend and left several districts and Puducherry reeling by dumping close to 50 cm of rains within 24 hours in some places. While Chennai, the habitual victim of the northeast monsoon’s fury, was spared this time, people in Villupuram, …

Chennai State Dam

Sathanur Dam flood alert failure? Tiruvannamalai villagers left in chaos after sudden release

Trending News

1 month ago

Sathanur Dam flood alert failure? Tiruvannamalai villagers left in chaos after sudden release

New Indian Express

S Venkatesan from Puthur Chekkadi, which is home to over 500 houses, said that only a few people in the village received SMS alerts from the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority, that too on Monday morning, when the village was already flooded. However, there was no specific warning about release of such a huge quantity of water on Monday …

Flood Village Warning Sunday Night Tnie Monday Morning Sathanur Dam

1 month ago

Vijay criticises DMK's flood relief as temporary, says people can't be deceived

India Today

Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam president Vijay on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam government over its handling of the cyclone Fengal, accusing it of providing only temporary relief without addressing long-term solutions. In a social media post, Vijay criticized the government for turning disaster relief into a "ceremonial ritual," where leaders visit flood-affected areas, distribute aid, …

Dmk Vijay Tvk

1 month ago

PM calls Stalin, assures all help in cyclone relief

Hindustan Times

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin on Tuesday to enquire about the situation in the state in the aftermath of Cyclone Fengal, assuring him of all possible help from the Centre. “The Prime Minister spoke to me over the telephone and enquired about the damages caused by Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu,” Stalin posted …

Tamil Nadu Cyclone Relief Tamil Minister District Stalin

1 month, 1 week ago

Legislators face anger of flood-affected residents in Villupuram district

New Indian Express

Vikravandi MLA Anniyur A Siva, who went to the spot, tried to convince the agitated residents but they confronted the MLA for not providing them proper food at the relief centre for the past two days and visiting their village during the rain disaster. Around 5 pm, about 200 residents of Aiyankovilpattu village near the Pambai river blocked the Chennai-Tiruchy …

Relief Drinking Water Vikravandi Mla

1 month, 1 week ago

Video: Locals throw mud at Tamil Nadu minister as he visits cyclone-hit areas

India Today

Tamil Nadu minister K Ponmudi on Tuesday visited a Cyclone Fengal-hit area in the state where he was welcomed with handfuls of mud by villagers who were reportedly angry over the inadequate drainage systems that have left their homes waterlogged. As per the reports, the incident took place in the Iruevelpattu area on the Tiruchirapalli-Chennai road, where the agitated villagers …

Tamil Nadu Chennai Minister Dmk Mud Ponmudi Cyclone Fengal

1 month, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu: Floods Triggered By Cyclone Fengal Sweep Away Buses As Uthangarai Hit By Historic Rainfall — WATCH

ABP News

Cyclone Fengal has caused widespread disruption in Tamil Nadu, with severe flooding sweeping away parked buses in Uthangarai, Krishnagiri district. The Parasaneri Lake in Uthangarai overflowed following heavy rains, leading to floodwaters rushing onto the Tirupathur-Uthangarai road and washing away several parked vehicles. #CycloneFengal #Tamilnadu #Floods #Krishnagiri pic.twitter.com/K8Jla22VUc — Chennai Weatherman December 2, 2024 Cyclone Fengal: Floods In Krishnagiri's Uthangarai, …

Tamil Nadu Chennai Heavy Rainfall Tamil Hindu Stalin Nadu

1 month, 1 week ago

Inadequate drainage turns the city more vulnerable to floods

The Hindu

A breach in the Arasankazhani lake near Chemmancherry-Perumbakkam, as confirmed by officials, left many people struggling on Sunday, when the rain stopped after Cyclone Fengal made landfall late on November 30. Alleging inadequate storm water drains, Opposition parties have been asking the government to release a White Paper based on the Thiruppugazh Committee’s recommendations for flood mitigation and management. Even …

Climate Change Chennai Water Storm Work City Officials

1 month, 1 week ago

T.N. BJP to represent to Centre the demands of farmers in Coimbatore district on laying of gas pipeline

The Hindu

A delegation of Bharatiya Janata Party, Tamil Nadu, will meet the Union Petroleum Minister shortly and seek laying of gas pipelines along the road in the State, said the State president of the party K. Annamalai in Coimbatore on Sunday. Mr. Annamalai told the media that farmers protesting near Sulur in Coimbatore district against plan to take pipelines across agricultural …

Tamil Nadu State Bjp Coimbatore Pipeline

1 month, 1 week ago

Cyclone Fengal: Rains lash Tamil Nadu, Pondy

Deccan Chronicle

Cyclone Fengal-triggered heavy rains accompanied by gusty winds lashed northern Tamil Nadu and neighbouring Puducherry on Saturday, prompting a shutdown of the Chennai airport, and inundated many parts of the city but there were no immediate reports of a major damage, the government said.The cyclonic storm made a landfall close to the Puducherry union territory area.Steady rains pounded Chennai, its …

Tamil Nadu Chennai Cyclone Puducherry Rains Cyclone Fengal

Heavy rains cause severe waterlogging, residents struggle with inadequate relief in northern Chennai

Trending News

1 month, 1 week ago

Heavy rains cause severe waterlogging, residents struggle with inadequate relief in northern Chennai

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The heavy rains across Chennai on Saturday, with an average of 11 cm of rain recorded, left several northern areas in the city severely waterlogged. While the Greater Chennai Corporation had set up relief centres as a precautionary measure against flooding, a few of them lacked sufficient provisions such as blankets, drinking water, and food. S Nandhini, a resident …

Chennai Water Pulianthope Relief Centres

1 month, 1 week ago

TN Government to request central teams to assess rain damages: CM Stalin

New Indian Express

Asked what sort of assistance the State government will be expecting from the union government, the CM said, "Rains continue in many districts. Stating that he has monitored the rain situation in other districts by speaking to the collectors, the CM said, "As far as Villupuram district is concerned, unprecedented rainfall has been recorded there—the situation there is being monitored …

Rain Villupuram Damages Cm

1 month, 1 week ago

Devise Monsoon Plan in Chennai to protect homeless

New Indian Express

Following the major impact of the 2015 floods in Chennai, the government of Tamil Nadu has been putting special focus on flood mitigation measures in the city. An analysis of the steps taken by the government shows some measures have had positive impacts, some not so much, and specific gaps that need to be addressed. The formulation of the Advisory …

Chennai Need Monsoon Plan

1 month, 1 week ago

Chennai rains 2024: Schools closed, holiday declared in several districts

India Today

Chennai and its surrounding districts are facing intense rainfall, causing widespread disruptions and prompting the government to declare school holidays in several regions. CHENNAI WEATHER TODAY: IMD ALERT The India Meteorological Department has issued a rain alert in Chennai and nearby areas, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next few days. DISTRICTS AFFECTED BY HEAVY RAIN IN CHENNAI …

Chennai Water Rain Heavy Rain Imd Alert 2024 Schools

1 month, 2 weeks ago

DK Shivakumar urges Union ministers to fast-track Karnataka's water projects

India Today

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, held meetings with Union Ministers Bhupender Yadav and Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday to discuss the urgent need for clearances of key water projects in the state. Shivakumar, who also heads the state's irrigation ministry, highlighted the importance of accelerating the implementation of the Mekedatu Project to ensure a sustainable water supply for the state. …

Karnataka Projects State Shivakumar Union Minister Banduri Water Project

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Vizianagaram: SP Vakul Jindal conducts inspection of Rajam PS

Deccan Chronicle

During the inspection, the SP examined the station’s facilities, including lock-up cells, property room, and seized-vehicle storage area. He reviewed various station records, including crime files, history sheets, and ongoing investigation documents, directing officers to expedite case resolutions with proper evidence collection. He also issued directives on implementation of weekly village visits by police personnel to gather intelligence on anti-social …

Including Proper

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Plan to develop Vijayawada as a Smart City

New Indian Express

VIJAYAWADA: Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath stated that the challenges faced by citizens would be resolved through joint efforts by the Central and State governments. He, along with West Constituency MP Sujana Chaudhary, held a review meeting with Vijayawada Municipal Corporation Commissioner HM Dhyanachandra and departmental heads at the VMC’s command control room on Tuesday. Key projects included plans for a …

Vmc Develop Vijayawada

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka: Deputy CM Shivakumar refutes reports of govt imposing 'green cess' on water bills

Deccan Chronicle

Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has refuted the reports claiming that the state government is considering imposing a green cess on water bills in towns and cities, and termed it "bogus news" spread by the Bharatiya Janata Party. This comes after reports claimed that in order to save the eco-sensitive Western Ghats, Karnataka's Forest Department will be proposing …

Karnataka Western Ghats Water Bills Green Cess Cm Shivakumar

1 month, 4 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu: Rain lashes parts of Tiruvallur city, Chennai, schools closed

India TV News

Intermittent, widespread rains lashed Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, bringing residential neighbourhoods and roads under knee-deep water and leading to traffic congestion besides affecting public transport services. In light of the heavy rain forecast, holiday has been declared for all schools in Chennai Heavy rain is likely to occur at isolated places over Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, …

Tamil Nadu Chennai Rain Heavy Rainfall Tamil Imd Heavy

2 months ago

Mapping of stormwater drains in Chennai not complete, alleges Tamilisai

The Hindu

Senior BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan on Thursday alleged that the Tamil Nadu government was yet to complete mapping the stormwater drain network in Chennai city. “Though Tamil Nadu received 100 tmcft more than its share of Cauvery water last year, nearly 50 tmcft of it was allowed to flow into the Bay of Bengal. Farmers of Cauvery delta districts have …

Tamil Nadu Water Tamil State Drain Mapping

2 months ago

A.P. Minister Savitha finds most roads in Kadapa laid during 2014-19 TDP regime

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh Minister for Backward Classes and Textiles S. Savitha has stated that Kadapa district has witnessed maximum development in the form of laying of roads during the erstwhile TDP regime of 2014-19. Ms. Savitha, who is also the district in-charge Minister for Kadapa district, made the observation at the District Review Committee meeting held here on Tuesday, which she …

Reddy Kadapa District Savitha

2 months ago

Reimagining Chennai's Waterways: A Holistic Approach to Water Security

New Indian Express

The article highlights the dire water situation in Chennai, with citizens facing water scarcity, flooding, and pollution. It suggests that comprehensive city planning is the key to addressing these issues. The co-founders of 'Thisai' propose a new direction by focusing on sustainable water management and restoring the city's rivers and canals. The article emphasizes the need for a holistic approach …

Environment Government Law Infrastructure Chennai

2 months ago

'We should plan for one Tsunami every 100 years'

New Indian Express

In 1802, Madras was the epicentre of a project that eventually led to the discovery that Mount Everest was the tallest peak in the world. The canal, which is about 800 km long from Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh to Chidambaram, and Kosasthalaiyar, Cooum and Adyar rivers that run through the city are a reminder of how Chennai is geographically endowed …

Public Health Chennai Water Flood City Tsunami

2 months ago

Farmers Demand Water Management Projects to Tackle Water Shortage in Dharmapuri

New Indian Express

Farmers in Dharmapuri express their frustration over the lack of water management schemes and the impact it has on their livelihood. They claim that the state and union governments have failed to implement any water management projects in the district, leading to a severe water shortage that has forced them to migrate to other districts or states in search of …

Government Law Agriculture Water Management Dharmapuri

2 months, 1 week ago

Expert: Bengaluru should adopt proven solutions to flooding

New Indian Express

BENGALURU: Tech hub Bengaluru has transformed into a waterlogged nightmare, with back-to-back floods in 2022, 2023, and again this year. Dr Ranga Raju, a specialist who has advised the Supreme Court and high courts on major water disputes, expressed frustration in a recent interview with The New Indian Express. Cities like New York, Washington, Tokyo, London and Hong Kong have …

Bengaluru Flooding

New Political Star Rises in Tamil Nadu, But Can They Conquer Division?

Trending News

2 months, 1 week ago

New Political Star Rises in Tamil Nadu, But Can They Conquer Division?

The Hindu

Actor and TVK leader Vijay has launched a new political party with a focus on fighting divisive forces and corruption. While his policies and programs seem promising, converting his huge fan base into a fighting political force is a challenge. The party's emphasis on the word 'secular' is a refreshing change from the usual political rhetoric. However, the party's promise …

Environment Politics Law Technology

2 months, 1 week ago

No water flooding inside GRH Madurai, thanks to timely blockage removal works by PWD

New Indian Express

MADURAI: While the entire Madurai city, including residential settlements, was inundated in rainwater on Friday, no flooding was reported inside the Government Rajaji Hospital, the second largest hospital in Tamil Nadu, thanks to the Public Works Department's timely intervention to clear pipeline blockages. Speaking to TNIE, a top official from the PWD, Madurai division, said as the drainage pipelines and …

Rain Heavy Rain Madurai Grh Pwd Works

2 months, 1 week ago

Civic Bodies to Stop Unauthorized Construction: Government Announces Powers to Stop Construction of Unsafe Buildings

Hindustan Times

Karnataka government gives civic bodies powers to stop illegal constructions. The government has given the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA), and the Bangalore Metropolitan Region Development Authority (BMRDA) the power to stop unauthorized construction and registration of such properties. The government is also focusing on clearing encroachments and clearing the backlog of flood damage claims.

Environment Law Crime Infrastructure Bengaluru

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Mandalas Cry for Help: MNCs Considering Relocating From Bengaluru Due to Poor Infrastructure

ABP News

Former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai has expressed his frustration over the poor road conditions on the Outer Ring Road (ORR) in Bengaluru. Pai called out the government for their negligence and said that MNCs are considering relocating their offices to cities outside the state due to these issues. He highlighted the lack of action taken by the authorities to address …

Government Law Economy Infrastructure Bengaluru

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Monsoon flooding closes schools and offices in India’s IT hubs

The Independent

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India Monsoon

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Northeast monsoon: Measures underway to mitigate inundation, says T.N. Minister

The Hindu

Ahead of the heavy rains that have been forecast in Chennai, Tamil Nadu Minister for Municipal Administration K.N. Speaking to the media, the Minister said that while water typically drains within an hour of receiving normal rainfall, waterlogging could be expected if the city receives up to 40 cm of rainfall in two hours, as has been forecast for October …

Water

3 months ago

Heavy rain leaves parts of Bengaluru inundated

The Hindu

Following heavy rainfall on Saturday night, several areas in the city were inundated, and 15 trees and 44 tree branches came crashing down. Apartments, layouts inundated In Yelahanka, the basement of Kendriya Vihar apartments was flooded, leaving vehicles submerged in water as a 50 feet of the compound wall collapsed, causing water from Yelahanka Lake to flood the apartment premises. …

Bengaluru Water Rain

Grotesque violation of smart city project norms: Tamil Nadu's Finance Minister on deluge

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