Flood-hit states shift focus to relief work as rains subside; toll touches 137
5 years, 5 months ago

Flood-hit states shift focus to relief work as rains subside; toll touches 137

Live Mint  

Flood waters have receded somewhat across Kerala, Karnataka and Maharashtra, exposing sludge, debris and a pile of complaints. On a day Union home minister Amit Shah made an aerial survey of flooded districts, the Congress party dismissed official estimates of damage in Karnataka and Maharashtra, urging the disasters be declared a national calamity. Maharashtra Congress general secretary Sachin Sawant said the situation in Kolhapur, Sangli and other parts of the state needs to be categorized as “L3”, as per guidelines of the National Disaster Management Authority. In Kerala, chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan reacted sharply to online campaigns against sending donations to the Chief Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund. “Only anti-socials can do such a thing.’’ The campaigns speak of alleged state government failure in last year’s relief work.

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Kerala MPs protest against Centre's demand for Funds on Airlifting Disaster Victims
1 month ago

Kerala MPs protest against Centre's demand for Funds on Airlifting Disaster Victims

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala MPs on Saturday staged a demonstration outside Parliament to protest against the Centre's demand for reimbursement of funds used for airlifting survivors during the Mundakkai Chooralmala landslides in Wayanad. CPM MP K. Radhakrishnan has written to the home minister criticizing the Centre's indifferent attitude towards the demand for central assistance for the victims in Wayanad. Kerala has vehemently …

State disaster fund use follows Centre's rules: Pinarayi Vijayan on High Court criticism
1 month ago

State disaster fund use follows Centre's rules: Pinarayi Vijayan on High Court criticism

India Today  

The Kerala government has pledged full transparency in auditing the State Disaster Response Fund following the High Court’s strong dissatisfaction over the lack of clarity in its usage. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan emphasised that the government is prepared to submit all accounts as directed by the court, but additional time is required to gather district and department-wise details. Responding to …

Floods in Tripura cause extensive damage to power assets and transmission lines
4 months ago

Floods in Tripura cause extensive damage to power assets and transmission lines

The Hindu  

Tripura Power Department Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Friday said that Chief Minister Manik Saha has approved ₹100 crore. Nearly 1.5 lakh people had taken shelter in relief camps, 32 have lost their lives and vast agricultural and horticultural crops were submerged during the week-long floods. Mr. Saha also launched a relief fund that received generous donations from the public, …

‘War on floods’ poised to end, says Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu
4 months ago

‘War on floods’ poised to end, says Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu

The Hindu  

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said the ‘war on floods’ in Vijayawada was about to end in a day or two as the government worked tirelessly over the last nine days to mitigate the suffering of about seven lakh people. Addressing media persons after visiting Ajith Singh Nagar in the city on Monday, Mr. Naidu said the government was taken …

Telangana Chief Minister urges Centre to release ₹2,000 crore for immediate flood relief
4 months, 1 week ago

Telangana Chief Minister urges Centre to release ₹2,000 crore for immediate flood relief

The Hindu  

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has appealed to the Central government for an immediate release of ₹2,000 crore in relief funds, citing preliminary estimates that place the State’s losses due to incessant rains at nearly ₹5,000 crore. Mr. Reddy also requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit Telangana to inspect the widespread damage caused by the heavy rains over the …

Wayanad landslides: BJP cites UPA-era rule as Rahul Gandhi pushes for 'national disaster' tag
5 months, 1 week ago

Wayanad landslides: BJP cites UPA-era rule as Rahul Gandhi pushes for 'national disaster' tag

Hindustan Times  

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday turned down the demands from various quarters to declare the Wayanad landslides a national disaster, saying no such policy exists under the central government guidelines. Read: Controversial tunnel road in Wayanad faces scrutiny after landslide tragedy Muraleedharan, a former Union Minister, said, "The concept of a 'national disaster' does not exist under the …

Wayanad landslides: Here's how you can donate to Kerala chief minister's relief fund
5 months, 1 week ago

Wayanad landslides: Here's how you can donate to Kerala chief minister's relief fund

Hindustan Times  

Over 300 people have died in the landslides that struck Kerala's Wayanad district, with hundreds still missing. The Kerala Chief Minister's office has launched the "Chief Minister's Disaster Relief Fund" to collect donations for those severely affected by the landslides. Social media posts from the Chief Minister's office detail various ways the public can contribute, including the bank account number …

Chief Minister should first focus on flood relief works, says R. Ashok
5 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Hindu  

Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly R. Ashok on Wednesday said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah should first focus on flood relief works rather than spend time giving explanations to the party high command about scandals that the government was embroiled in. Expressing his unhappiness over the flood relief works, Mr. Ashok said: “You should stop visits to New …

Understanding and tackling urban floods in India
10 months, 1 week ago

Understanding and tackling urban floods in India

Hindustan Times  

Given their frequent recurrence in Indian cities, the problem of urban flooding is gaining focus in policy discussions. Indeed, urban floods can cause massive loss of infrastructure, property, and lives, and have a substantial economic impact. To ensure they remain functional and secure, Indian cities must tackle the issue of floods by examining the urban over-densification problem and adopting innovative …

Rift over relief: On the rain-caused damage in Tamil Nadu and the central and Tamil Nadu governments interactions
1 year ago

Rift over relief: On the rain-caused damage in Tamil Nadu and the central and Tamil Nadu governments interactions

The Hindu  

The recent spat between the central and Tamil Nadu governments over flood relief after two spells of heavy rainfall in the State has been disheartening for those struggling to rebuild their lives. Mr. Stalin, had, prior to this, in a meeting with Mr. Modi in New Delhi, sought interim relief funds of ₹7,033 crore and a final relief fund of …

TN officials did not take team to places ravaged by floods: BJP
1 year ago

TN officials did not take team to places ravaged by floods: BJP

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Continuing his onslaught against the DMK government, BJP State president accused the State officials of not taking the team sent by the Union Home Ministry to the areas that were really affected by the floods bought by Cyclone Michaung like the Ambattur Industrial Estate that had suffered a loss of about Rs 2000 crore. After covering up so much …

Maharashtra opposition leader Wadettiwar demands govt to declare entire state as 'drought-hit'
1 year, 2 months ago

Maharashtra opposition leader Wadettiwar demands govt to declare entire state as 'drought-hit'

India TV News  

Maharashtra's Leader of Opposition Vijay Wadettiwar on Monday demanded the Eknath Shinde-led government to declare the entire state as 'drought-hit' instead of highlighting water scarcity in 40 or 42 tehsils. In a statement, the Congress leader claimed that most of the districts in the state have received below-average rainfall and the government is cheating farmers who need support. "Local government …

Karnataka donates ₹15 crore towards Disaster Relief Fund in Himachal Pradesh
1 year, 4 months ago

Karnataka donates ₹15 crore towards Disaster Relief Fund in Himachal Pradesh

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government has provided ₹15 crore towards the State Disaster Relief Fund to address the damage caused by heavy rains, floods, and landslides in Himachal Pradesh, the government informed through an official statement. Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu informing this here today thanked his Karnataka counterpart, Siddaramaiah for this noble gesture and stated that the assistance would prove …

Assam floods: Situation improves marginally in few districts; toll rises to 118
2 years, 6 months ago

Assam floods: Situation improves marginally in few districts; toll rises to 118

Firstpost  

However, Silchar town continues to remain under water for the sixth day in a row, while Cachar district administration is engaged in rescue operations to evacuate marooned people to safety from there Guwahati: The flood situation in Assam remained grim on Saturday with the death count rising to 118 and Silchar town in Cachar district submerged for the sixth straight …

Assam floods: Rahul Gandhi asks party workers to assist in rescue, rehabilitation operations
2 years, 6 months ago

Assam floods: Rahul Gandhi asks party workers to assist in rescue, rehabilitation operations

Firstpost  

The flood situation in Assam remained grim on Wednesday as 12 more people were killed and 55 lakh people affected across 32 districts with the rising Brahmaputra and Barak rivers inundating new areas New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday condoled the loss of lives in floods in Assam and urged party workers to continue extending assistance in rescue …

Flood relief will be sought from Centre soon, says Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin
3 years, 2 months ago

Flood relief will be sought from Centre soon, says Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin

India Today  

Following completion of assessment of damage to crops in Cauvery Delta districts due to heavy rains, flood relief would be sought from the Centre, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin said here on Sunday. Speaking to reporters after distributing flood assistance to affected people here, Stalin said if necessary, state ministers or MPs would call on Prime Minister Narendra …

Kerala flood latest updates: Over 25 dead due to heavy rains; Idduki, Kottayam worst hit
3 years, 2 months ago

Kerala flood latest updates: Over 25 dead due to heavy rains; Idduki, Kottayam worst hit

Hindustan Times  

Rainfall in Kerala continued to disrupt normal life in the southern state on Sunday, with as many as 21 people losing their lives to rain-related incidents so far and dozens of others missing after flash floods and landslides in multiple regions. The rainfall situation has also partially subsided in central Kerala but the threat of landslides and severe waterlogging across …

Karnataka govt likely to increase flood relief measures, CM says situation in state 'more severe' than last year
4 years, 2 months ago

Karnataka govt likely to increase flood relief measures, CM says situation in state 'more severe' than last year

Firstpost  

On Wednesday, the chief minister had conducted an aerial survey of Vijayapura, Kalaburagi, Yadgir and Raichur districts where the Bhima river has wreaked havoc for the last nine days Bengaluru: A day after conducting an aerial survey of four flood-hit disricts, Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa said on Thursday the flood situation this year was more severe than the previous …

Floods: PM Assures Karnataka and Maha CM 'All Support' from Centre in Rescue and Relief Works
4 years, 2 months ago

Floods: PM Assures Karnataka and Maha CM 'All Support' from Centre in Rescue and Relief Works

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke to Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and assured him that the Centre stood in solidarity with the people of Karnataka, who are affected by floods triggered by heavy rains. Reiterated Centre’s support in the ongoing rescue and relief work.” In Maharashtra, heavy rains and floods have claimed at least 47 lives in Pune, …

Loss in Karnataka due to Floods, Torrential Rains Estimated to be Rs 3,500-4,000 Cr: Minister
4 years, 5 months ago

Loss in Karnataka due to Floods, Torrential Rains Estimated to be Rs 3,500-4,000 Cr: Minister

News 18  

According to preliminary estimates, loss due to torrential rains and floods in several parts of Karnataka so far is to the tune of Rs 3,500-4,000 crore and the state government will seek immediate relief from the Centre, Revenue Minister R Ashoka said on Monday. In the absence of Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa, who is undergoing treatment for COVID, Ashoka …

Rain toll climbs to 13 in Karnataka, CM reviews situation
5 years, 2 months ago

Rain toll climbs to 13 in Karnataka, CM reviews situation

India TV News  

As parts of Karnataka faced a deluge for the second time in two months and the toll since last week rose to 13, Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa on Wednesday directed officials to immediately expedite relief work and not to shy away from duties citing Deepavali holidays. The second spell of downpour since October 18 has claimed13 lives besides damaging …

In letter to Kerala CM, Rahul Gandhi wants time-bound relief for flood victims
5 years, 3 months ago

In letter to Kerala CM, Rahul Gandhi wants time-bound relief for flood victims

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi who is on a visit to his constituency Wayanad in north Kerala has written to chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Tuesday urging him to expedite flood relief and rehabilitation work for the affected families in several districts of the southern state. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi meets Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Tuesday. After reviewing the …

'Why this hatred towards Karnataka?': Congress, JD(S) leaders slam Narendra Modi for 'indifferent' response to floods in state
5 years, 3 months ago

'Why this hatred towards Karnataka?': Congress, JD(S) leaders slam Narendra Modi for 'indifferent' response to floods in state

Firstpost  

During the floods in many parts of Karnataka in August, 84 people lost their lives Bengaluru: The opposition Congress and Janata Dal slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, alleging that he has adopted an “indifferent behaviour” towards Karnataka on the issue of extending flood relief funds from the Centre. Retweeting Modi’s tweet, former chief minister and senior Congress leader …

Flood relief from Centre in 2-3 days: B S Yediyurappa
5 years, 4 months ago

Flood relief from Centre in 2-3 days: B S Yediyurappa

Deccan Chronicle  

Mysuru: Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa revealed here on Thursday that the state government expected Central funds in a few days to help it with relief operations in the flood- hit regions of Karnataka. Recalling that a Central team had already visited the districts that were flooded in the recent deluge, he said, “ We are expecting the relief funds …

Karnataka to seek more central aid for flood relief works
5 years, 4 months ago

Karnataka to seek more central aid for flood relief works

India TV News  

Terming the heavy monsoon rains and floods in two-thirds of Karnataka the worst in 45 years, Chief Minister B.S. "I will seek more central aid for relief works in 22 districts across the state, which were lashed by torrential rains and flooded by rivers in spate and heavy discharge of water from reservoirs in the catchment areas," said Yediyurappa in …

Kerala rains | As it happened: Kerala govt announces flood relief package; ₹10,000 immediate aid
5 years, 5 months ago

Kerala rains | As it happened: Kerala govt announces flood relief package; ₹10,000 immediate aid

The Hindu  

After a brief respite, rains lashed several parts of Kerala on August 14 under the influence of the ‘vigorous’ South West Monsoon as the death toll in its second spell rose to 102 with 37 people missing. The State government said a total of102 people lost their lives in floods and landslides, triggered by the second spell of monsoon, since …

Floods in Kerala, Karnataka: Relief for flood-hit parts of southern India as water level recedes in many areas
5 years, 5 months ago

Floods in Kerala, Karnataka: Relief for flood-hit parts of southern India as water level recedes in many areas

Firstpost  

In a relief to flood-hit areas of Karnataka and Kerala, rains have eased out as water levels reside in some parts of both these states In major relief for flood-hit areas of Karnataka and Kerala, rains have eased out as water levels reside in some parts of both these states. According to ANI, in Kerala, the weather is holding even …

Row over Devendra Fadnavis' image on flood relief material: Opposition accuses state govt of 'advertising itself' ahead of polls
5 years, 5 months ago

Row over Devendra Fadnavis' image on flood relief material: Opposition accuses state govt of 'advertising itself' ahead of polls

Firstpost  

Defending the use of stickers, the MLA said that move will help affected people know that food grain is being provided to them free of cost on behalf of the state government Mumbai: Opposition parties on Saturday accused the BJP-led Maharashtra government of “shamelessly advertising” itself eyeing upcoming assembly polls, after it emerged that grain bags for flood victims in …

Monsoon Updates: 169 dead in flood, rain-related incidents in south and west India | As it happened
5 years, 5 months ago

Monsoon Updates: 169 dead in flood, rain-related incidents in south and west India | As it happened

India Today  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urged the state and Central governments to provide immediate assistance to those affected by the floods in Kerala and promised to do everything possible to get the people back on their feet. We will do everything in our power to help them get back on their feet," Gandhi tweeted after visiting people affected by floods and …

Rivers cross danger mark as incessant rains batter Maharashtra, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh; army, navy, IAF, NDRF conduct rescue ops
5 years, 5 months ago

Rivers cross danger mark as incessant rains batter Maharashtra, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh; army, navy, IAF, NDRF conduct rescue ops

Firstpost  

Heavy rainfall and relentless floods threw normal life out of gear in various states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, with 28 people dead in rain-related incidents in Kerala Heavy rainfall and relentless floods threw normal life out of gear in Maharashtra, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh, and 28 people died in rain-related incidents in Kerala. Karnataka CM announces Rs 5 lakh …

Flood ravages 8 districts in Bihar, CM Nitish Kumar reviews situation
5 years, 6 months ago

Flood ravages 8 districts in Bihar, CM Nitish Kumar reviews situation

India Today  

The flood situation in Bihar turned grim on Sunday, with incessant rains ravaging eight districts -- Sitamarhi, Sheohar, East Champaran, Muzaffarpur, Madhubani, Darbhanga, Supaul and Kishanganj - of Bihar, displacing over one lakh people. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar conducted an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas of several districts on Sunday followed by a high-level review meeting to take stock …

Kerala Government, Congress spread misinformation about bill for Kerala flood rescue operations
6 years, 1 month ago

Kerala Government, Congress spread misinformation about bill for Kerala flood rescue operations

Op India  

The controversies around devastating floods in Kerala refuse to die. For last few days, a section of media has been reporting that the central government has sent a bill for rescue operations done by central security forces during the floods. https://t.co/snTfKP9ONT — Shashi Tharoor November 29, 2018 Official Twitter handle of Mahila Congress said that it “is one of the …

Centre to consider Kerala's demand for higher borrowing limit after flood-hit state submits memorandum on loss, damage
6 years, 4 months ago

Centre to consider Kerala's demand for higher borrowing limit after flood-hit state submits memorandum on loss, damage

Firstpost  

As part of efforts for resource mobilisation, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan held discussions with World Bank officials and said their help was necessary to rebuild the state Thiruvananthapuram: With flood-ravaged Kerala now focusing on rebuilding, the Centre Wednesday said it would favourably consider the state’s demand to enhance the borrowing limit. As part of efforts for resource mobilisation, Chief …

Kerala, After The Flood: Centre to review relief measures undertaken by banks, insurers in state
6 years, 4 months ago

Kerala, After The Flood: Centre to review relief measures undertaken by banks, insurers in state

Firstpost  

The high-level delegation to Kerala will be led by Minister of State for Finance Pon Radhakrishnan, an official statement said New Delhi: The central government will hold a meeting with heads of banks and insurance firms on Wednesday to review relief and rehabilitation measures undertaken by them in the flood-hit Kerala. Chairmen and Managing Directors from public sector banks and …

From crowdsourcing aid to volunteerism, Kerala finds ways to rebuild itself
6 years, 4 months ago

From crowdsourcing aid to volunteerism, Kerala finds ways to rebuild itself

Live Mint  

Ernakulam: From schemes to compensate victims to efforts to raise money for the cash-strapped treasury, here’s a look at how Kerala is responding to the post-flood situation. Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday announced ₹ 10,000 to the nearly 400,000 flood displaced who are now returning from relief camps to their homes, as a quick aid. It involves clearing away …

Over 3 lakh still lodged in Kerala's flood relief camps; donations to CM's relief fund touch Rs 700 crore
6 years, 4 months ago

Over 3 lakh still lodged in Kerala's flood relief camps; donations to CM's relief fund touch Rs 700 crore

Firstpost  

With rehabilitation measures on, the government on Monday said an immediate relief of Rs 10,000 would be disbursed soon to the flood-affected. Thiruvananthapuram: Over 3.26 lakh people are still in relief camps across Kerala even after a fortnight of the devastating deluge that left a trail of destruction claiming 322 lives and rendering thousands homeless. A total of 3,42,699 people …

Karnataka floods: Rs 46 crore received so far for relief and rehabilitation ops in deluge-hit Kodagu
6 years, 4 months ago

Karnataka floods: Rs 46 crore received so far for relief and rehabilitation ops in deluge-hit Kodagu

India TV News  

Karnataka has so far received Rs 46.15 crore as funds for relief and rehabilitation of people in flood-hit Kodagu district, an official statement said. "The Chief Minister's relief fund has received a total of Rs 46.15 crore through contributions from various state's institutions, private firms and employee associations," a statement from Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy's office said. According to preliminary …

Kerala Floods: State may have to wait months to get full central aid; process of assessing damage, fund-release time-consuming, says MHA
6 years, 4 months ago

Kerala Floods: State may have to wait months to get full central aid; process of assessing damage, fund-release time-consuming, says MHA

Firstpost  

Flood-ravaged Kerala may have to wait a few months to get the complete financial aid package from the Centre as the process of assessing the extent of damage and fund release is time-consuming, officials said. After the initial release of funds, the central government follows certain rules and guidelines before awarding the final aid to any state for a natural …

Kerala, After The Flood: Pinarayi Vijayan urges Malayalis to donate one month's salary to help rebuild state
6 years, 4 months ago

Kerala, After The Flood: Pinarayi Vijayan urges Malayalis to donate one month's salary to help rebuild state

Firstpost  

As Kerala struggles to stand on her feet, water-logging of homes in various places, especially in Kuttanad region of the worst hit Alapuzha district continues to be a worrying factor. Thiruvananthapuram: As relief and rehabilitation work initiation in flood ravaged Kerala, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday urged all Malayalis to donate one month salary to rebuild the state,where the …

The great flood of 1924: When Mahatma Gandhi mobilised Rs 6,000 for Kerala
6 years, 4 months ago

The great flood of 1924: When Mahatma Gandhi mobilised Rs 6,000 for Kerala

Business Standard  

An aerial view shows partially submerged road at a flooded area in the southern state of Kerala. Photo: Reuters Nearly a century ago when floods ravaged Kerala, Mahatma Gandhi had termed the misery of the people as "unimaginable" and stepped in to mobilise over Rs 6,000 to help them, records show. The "Father of the Nation" had mentioned in one …

Kerala, After The Flood: Pinarayi Vijayan says Centre should treat state on different yardstick for extending aid
6 years, 4 months ago

Kerala, After The Flood: Pinarayi Vijayan says Centre should treat state on different yardstick for extending aid

Firstpost  

Giving a detailed account of the havoc caused by the devastating floods and landslides since early August, Vijayan said the preliminary assessment of losses was around Rs 20,000 crore which was equal to the state’s annual plan size for 2018-19. Giving a detailed account of the havoc caused by the devastating floods and landslides since early August, he said the …

All donations to Kerala flood victims to get tax benefits; contributions to NGOs to get 50% tax rebate
6 years, 4 months ago

All donations to Kerala flood victims to get tax benefits; contributions to NGOs to get 50% tax rebate

Firstpost  

Donors should provide the transaction details of donations deposited directly in any of the PMNRF collection banks along with the address of the donor through e-mail at [email protected] New Delhi: All donations to the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund and the Kerala Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund are tax-free, while contributions to NGOs meant for Kerala flood victims will get …

Kerala floods: Centre firm on no-aid policy but may allow funds under ‘schemes’
6 years, 4 months ago

Kerala floods: Centre firm on no-aid policy but may allow funds under ‘schemes’

Hindustan Times  

India is unlikely to change its 15-year-old policy of not accepting bilateral financial assistance for rescue and relief operations, an official familiar with the development said, even as a reported offer by the United Arab Emirates of Rs 700 crore for flood relief in Kerala has acquired political undertones. The official cited above said Indian embassies have been told to …

Opinion | The challenge of rebuilding Kerala
6 years, 4 months ago

Opinion | The challenge of rebuilding Kerala

Live Mint  

As the flood waters recede gradually in Kerala and the Kodagu district of Karnataka, the focus will begin to shift from relief operations to rebuilding. Such fiscal laws across the world have inbuilt flexibility that allow the borrowing limits to be crossed in the case of special circumstances such as a sharp recession or wars or natural calamities. One possible …

Kerala floods: War of words erupts between political parties as rescue ops draw to a close
6 years, 4 months ago

Kerala floods: War of words erupts between political parties as rescue ops draw to a close

India TV News  

As the operations to rescue those stranded in rain-ravaged areas in Kerala near completion, a political war erupted today with Congress-led UDF Opposition and BJP blaming the state government for a "man-made disaster". "The government had no idea which areas would be submerged when nine dams across the Pamba river, 11 dams in the Periyar in Idukki and Ernakulam districts …

Kerala Floods: Former AG Mukul Rohatgi Donates 50 Lakhs, Bombay Bar Association, Maharashtra Bar Council Appeal Lawyers To Contribute
6 years, 4 months ago

Kerala Floods: Former AG Mukul Rohatgi Donates 50 Lakhs, Bombay Bar Association, Maharashtra Bar Council Appeal Lawyers To Contribute

Live Law  

Senior Advocate and former Attorney General for India Mukul Rohatgi has contributed Rs. 50 lakhs towards Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund Courtesy: M UnnikrishnanThe Bombay Bar Association has donated Rs 2.5 lakhs from the Bombay Bar Association Trust for Kerala flood victims and asked members of the bar to contribute generously in this hour of need. 50 lakhs towards Chief …

Will discuss India declining foreign aid for Kerala floods with Centre: CM Pinarayi Vijayan
6 years, 4 months ago

Will discuss India declining foreign aid for Kerala floods with Centre: CM Pinarayi Vijayan

India Today  

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, today, said that the state government will hold a discussion with the Centre about India declining foreign aid for Kerala floods. CM Pinarayi Vijayan also said that the National Disaster Management Plan of 2016 has provisions to accept foreign aid if it is voluntarily offered by another country in times of severe calamity. Kerala Finance …

Sigh of relief for over one million people as water level recedes in flood-hit Kerala; torrential rains batter Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan
6 years, 4 months ago

Sigh of relief for over one million people as water level recedes in flood-hit Kerala; torrential rains batter Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan

India TV News  

Rainfall has abated in the flood-ravaged Kerala over the past two days giving a sigh of relief of more than a million people battling hunger, epidemics in the wake of the state's worst deluge in almost a century. Kerala floods: Centre releases Rs 600 crore, waives off customs duty, GST on relief materials The Centre on Tuesday released Rs 600 …

Centre declares Kerala floods ‘Level-3’ calamity; demand to call it ‘national disaster’ either ignorance or mischief
6 years, 4 months ago

Centre declares Kerala floods ‘Level-3’ calamity; demand to call it ‘national disaster’ either ignorance or mischief

Firstpost  

A Level-3 tag for the Kerala floods means that the Centre must help the state with its personnel and funds, which the Narendra Modi government has already begun to do. This was made clear to the Kerala High Court on Monday in response to a petition, which had sought to have the floods declared a “national disaster”. A ‘national’ confusion …

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