Monsoon Update: Flash flood hits Himachal, Delhi receives highest rain in 40 yrs
1 year, 5 months ago

Monsoon Update: Flash flood hits Himachal, Delhi receives highest rain in 40 yrs

Live Mint  

Heavy rainfall lashed Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and various regions in northwest India over the weekend, leading to waterlogging and significant traffic congestion in multiple areas. A total of three persons of a family were killed while two others were injured after their house collapsed due to heavy rain in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla on Sunday, the police said, adding that the incident took place in Kotgarh village of Shimla on Sunday morning. 4) Heavy rainfall has impacted several regions, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, eastern Rajasthan, Haryana, Chandigarh, Punjab, and parts of Karnataka. 10) Several parts of north India, including the national capital of Delhi, witnessed an intense spell of rain on Saturday, leading to waterlogging in several important road stretches and commuters facing traffic woes.

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Heavy Rain Alert for Andhra Pradesh
1 week, 4 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert for Andhra Pradesh

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: A fresh low-pressure area is developing in the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to bring heavy rainfall to south coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema on December 16 and 17, according to an IMD Amaravati report issued on Friday. The report states that an upper-air cyclonic circulation is likely to form over the south Andaman Sea around December 14 …

Widespread rain in southern districts of Tamil Nadu
1 week, 5 days ago

Widespread rain in southern districts of Tamil Nadu

The Hindu  

Widespread rainfall since late Wednesday night across the southern districts of Tamil Nadu led to the district administrators announcing a holiday for schools in Ramanathapuram, Dindigul, Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi on Thursday. Incidentally, there was not much rain in Theni district during the last 24 hours ending 6 a.m. on Thursday and the IMD prediction was ‘very light rainfall.’ This came …

Tamil Nadu rains: 7 NDRF teams deployed amid IMD warnings; Several schools closed tomorrow
4 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu rains: 7 NDRF teams deployed amid IMD warnings; Several schools closed tomorrow

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rain lashed several parts of Tamil Nadu and its neighbouring regions on Tuesday. Chennai and nearby regions of Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram, Tiruvallur, Cuddalore and Cauvery delta areas, including Nagapattinam, were among the many places that received heavy rains on Tuesday. Additionally, the weather office issued a red alert for Tamil Nadu's Mayiladuthurai, Karaikal, Thiruvarur, and Nagapattinam for November 26. CM …

Schools closed in several Tamil Nadu districts as northeast monsoon intensifies
1 month ago

Schools closed in several Tamil Nadu districts as northeast monsoon intensifies

India Today  

The ongoing Northeast Monsoon has intensified across Tamil Nadu, bringing heavy rainfall to various districts, particularly in southern and delta regions. In Tirunelveli, heavy rains over the past two days have prompted District Collector KP Karthikeyan to declare a holiday for all government and private schools on Wednesday. The rains, caused by an intensified Northeast Monsoon and an atmospheric upper …

Tamil Nadu: Rain lashes parts of Tiruvallur city, Chennai, schools closed
1 month, 1 week 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, …

Monsoon flooding closes schools and offices in India’s IT hubs
2 months, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

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

Bihar Weather Today: Heavy Rain With Lightning And Thunderstorm Predicted In 14 Districts
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bihar Weather Today: Heavy Rain With Lightning And Thunderstorm Predicted In 14 Districts

ABP News  

Bihar Weather Alert: The India Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert across Bihar for Friday, warning that the monsoon will remain active throughout the day, particularly in capital Patna. Bihar Yellow Alert: Lightning And Thunderstorms Likely A yellow alert for lightning was issued early Friday morning, covering several districts in the western parts of Bihar. The IMD warned …

Weather updates: Rain lashes Mumbai; IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for Maharashtra, Himachal and these states
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Weather updates: Rain lashes Mumbai; IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for Maharashtra, Himachal and these states

Hindustan Times  

The India Meteorological Department issued an ‘orange’ alert on Friday predicting heavy rainfall in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Uttarakhand, east Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal, predicting very heavy rainfall. “Heavy to very Heavy rainfall with extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places very likely over Madhya Maharashtra on September 27, and isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall on September 28,” it …

Mumbai Rain: City drowns, 14 flights diverted, schools shut, Palghar on red alert
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Mumbai Rain: City drowns, 14 flights diverted, schools shut, Palghar on red alert

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Starting in the evening, heavy rains lashed Mumbai, touching over 200 mm in the eastern suburbs. Sep 25, 2024: Heavy rain continued to several parts of Mumbai city and suburbs, as the India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in Mumbai and Thane. Between 5 pm to 10 pm, several spots in the eastern suburbs recorded …

Mumbai Rain: Waterlogging In Several Areas, Schools & Colleges Closed Today Amid Red Alert Warning
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Mumbai Rain: Waterlogging In Several Areas, Schools & Colleges Closed Today Amid Red Alert Warning

News 18  

Heavy rain lashed Mumbai and surrounding areas on Wednesday following which the India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for the city and its neighbouring districts until Thursday. In light of the heavy rain, all schools and colleges in Mumbai were declared closed on Thursday, 26 September 2024, for the safety of students. pic.twitter.com/OZpuMnPFGI — ANI September 25, 2024 Officials …

Rains return to Mumbai after long break, red alert for city and neighbouring districts
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Rains return to Mumbai after long break, red alert for city and neighbouring districts

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: After a long gap, heavy rains battered Mumbai on Wednesday, inundating low-lying areas, halting local trains in their tracks and forcing the diversion of at least 14 incoming flights. The India Meteorological Department upgraded its orange alert for Mumbai city and its neighbouring districts to a red alert, valid till 8:30 am on Thursday. As per BMC data, the …

Bihar Rain Alert: IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall, Along With Thunderstorm And Lightning, In 6 Districts
3 months, 1 week ago

Bihar Rain Alert: IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall, Along With Thunderstorm And Lightning, In 6 Districts

ABP News  

Bihar Rain Alert, September 16: The monsoon is set to remain active in Bihar on Monday, with significant rainfall anticipated across the region. A warning has been issued for six districts in the region, alerting residents to the potential for severe weather, including heavy rainfall, lightning, and thunderstorms. In particular, Rohtas, Kaimur, and Aurangabad are expected to experience very heavy …

Weather Update: Rain Alert Issued for UP, Bihar, MP, and Other States | ABP News
3 months, 1 week ago

Weather Update: Rain Alert Issued for UP, Bihar, MP, and Other States | ABP News

ABP News  

The sheer force of nature has rendered life helpless as a significant portion of the country is currently engulfed by floods. Several states across India are still under a rain alert today, with continued warnings of heavy rainfall. Uttar Pradesh, eastern Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh are also facing warnings, urging residents to remain cautious as more rain is expected to …

Weather Update: How Will The Weather Be In Your City? Watch To Know Complete Details | ABP News
3 months, 1 week ago

Weather Update: How Will The Weather Be In Your City? Watch To Know Complete Details | ABP News

ABP News  

In Delhi, heavy rainfall is forecasted to continue throughout the day, prompting the India Meteorological Department to issue a yellow alert. By late evening, roads near Saket Metro Station had become so submerged that they resembled swimming pools, making travel almost impossible. The IMD has issued a warning for continued rainfall in the coming hours, advising residents to exercise caution …

31 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh as rain continues to lash parts of State
3 months, 1 week ago

31 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh as rain continues to lash parts of State

The Hindu  

A total of 31 roads were closed for vehicular movement in Himachal Pradesh on Friday evening as rain continues to lash parts of the state, officials said on Friday. Light rain continued in some parts of the state and Guler recorded the maximum rainfall at 64.2 mm since Thursday evening followed by 46.4 mm in Palampur, 43 mm in Dharamshala, …

‘Forget Friday The 13th…’: Heavy Rains Trigger Traffic Chaos In Delhi NCR
3 months, 1 week ago

‘Forget Friday The 13th…’: Heavy Rains Trigger Traffic Chaos In Delhi NCR

News 18  

Parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region experienced heavy rainfall on Friday afternoon, causing waterlogging and disruptions in various areas. A hovercraft is the perfect commuter vehicle for Gurgaon pic.twitter.com/ua8NbZXYix— Akshay September 13, 2024 This user pointed out the Friday The 13th connection and wrote, “Forget Friday the 13th horror movies. Just try driving in Delhi rain— anushka September 13, 2024 …

Monsoon Deluge: Heavy Rainfall Across India with Alerts for Multiple States | ABP News
3 months, 1 week ago

Monsoon Deluge: Heavy Rainfall Across India with Alerts for Multiple States | ABP News

ABP News  

The monsoon is currently active across India, bringing heavy rainfall to various regions. In Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, intense rain has been ongoing, resulting in waterlogging on roads and power outages in several areas. In addition, parts of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, and some districts in Madhya Pradesh are also likely to experience heavy rainfall. The India Meteorological Department reports …

Uttarakhand Rain News: Schools Closed In 4 Districts As IMD Issues Red Alert; Kedarnath Pilgrims Stranded
3 months, 1 week ago

Uttarakhand Rain News: Schools Closed In 4 Districts As IMD Issues Red Alert; Kedarnath Pilgrims Stranded

ABP News  

Uttarakhand Rain News: Following a 'red' alert issued by the India Meteorological Department, schools and anganwadi centres have been closed in four districts of the state to prioritise safety in view of potential weather emergencies. In Dehradun district, where the IMD has predicted heavy rain and thunderstorms, all government and private schools, anganwadi centres, and colleges will remain closed. The …

Schools closed today in THIS state due to heavy rainfall, check when classes will resume
3 months, 1 week ago

Schools closed today in THIS state due to heavy rainfall, check when classes will resume

India TV News  

Following a heavy rainfall alert in Uttarakhand from the Indian Meteorological Department and increased water levels of the Yamuna River, all the schools have been ordered to remain closed on today, September 13. Following the directive, the District Magistrates of Dehradun, Nainital, Pauri, Champawat, Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Uttarkashi, Tehri, Almora, Bageshwar, Udham Singh Nagar and Haridwar have issued orders to keep …

Delhi witnesses light rain, more showers expected till friday, IMD issues alert
3 months, 1 week ago

Delhi witnesses light rain, more showers expected till friday, IMD issues alert

The Hindu  

The national capital woke up to cloudy skies followed by light rainfall on Wednesday morning. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall caused severe waterlogging in Ajmer, Rajasthan, earlier this week. According to their prediction, "Fairly widespread light/moderate rainfall is very likely over Uttarakhand, East Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh; isolated to scattered rainfall over the remaining region during the week. Isolated very heavy rainfall …

Rajasthan: Ajmer waterlogged after spells of heavy downpour
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rajasthan: Ajmer waterlogged after spells of heavy downpour

The Hindu  

Heavy downpours caused severe waterlogging in the Ajmer city of Rajasthan on Sunday morning. The Regional Meteorological Centre of Jaipur has also issued a yellow alert for Ajmer till September 10, while it has also issued an orange alert for moderate to heavy rainfall in Dausa, Tonk, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Banswara, Dungarpur, Udaipur and Pratapgarh districts. On September 7, heavy …

Met office warns of low flash flood risk in 5 districts of Himachal, 40 roads closed
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Met office warns of low flash flood risk in 5 districts of Himachal, 40 roads closed

The Hindu  

As rains forced closure of 40 roads in Himachal Pradesh, the local Met office on Friday warned of low flash flood risk in five districts of the state. The local meteorological office has warned of low flash flood risk in parts of Shimla, Solan, Sirmaur, Mandi and Bilaspur districts till Saturday. A total of 40 roads including 16 in Mandi, …

Andhra Floods: Southern India in Deluge This Monsoon With Seasonal Rains in Excess of 26%
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Andhra Floods: Southern India in Deluge This Monsoon With Seasonal Rains in Excess of 26%

News 18  

After disastrous floods in Gujarat, the southwest monsoon has turned vigorous over the south causing floods in parts of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The entire region from coastal Andhra Pradesh to Telangana, Karnataka and Kerala is forecasted to receive isolated spells of heavy rains till September 10. The southern peninsular region has by far received surplus rains from June to …

16 killed as torrential rains lash Telangana
3 months, 3 weeks ago

16 killed as torrential rains lash Telangana

Hindustan Times  

The torrential rains that have been lashing different parts of Telangana claimed at least 16 lives and another five people reported missing, the official reports said on Monday evening, even as chief minister A Revanth Reddy said as per the preliminary estimates, the damage to the state due to heavy rains at ₹5,000 crore. Stating that the preliminary estimates put …

Heavy rains inundate fields, homes in Marathwada, 4 dead
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Heavy rains inundate fields, homes in Marathwada, 4 dead

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Heavy rains lashed Marathwada on Sunday, leading to a flood-like situation in the region known for frequent droughts and farm suicides. With rains continuing on Monday, deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis reviewed the situation in the evening and ordered the administration to start the assessment of crop damage due to floods immediately. Several residential areas in Hingoli were flooded …

In frames: Rains ravage Andhra Pradesh
3 months, 3 weeks ago

In frames: Rains ravage Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

The India Meteorological Department has said Andhra Pradesh would experience heavy to very heavy rains considering the well-marked low-pressure area over West Central and Northwest Bay of Bengal, off the north Andhra Pradesh coast, intensified into a depression on Saturday. State Disaster Response Force and the police shifting a body retrieved from a house collapsed due to landslide and heavy …

Drought-prone Marathwada region battered by torrential rains, leaving four dead
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Drought-prone Marathwada region battered by torrential rains, leaving four dead

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The Marathwada region of Maharashtra, historically known for its frequent droughts, was hit by torrential rains over the past 24 hours, resulting in the deaths of four people who drowned in flood waters. According to preliminary reports, the deluge has also claimed the lives of 88 cattle and damaged 135 houses, with 284 revenue circles experiencing heavy rainfall that …

Red Alert: Telangana Braces for More Rain
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Red Alert: Telangana Braces for More Rain

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: One person was killed as heavy rain engulfed most parts of the state, the result of a deep depression off the coast of Andhra Pradesh, on Saturday, prompting a statewide alert. The India Meteorological Department has issuing a red alert for almost half the state and an orange alert for rain in several other districts till September 3. The …

India likely to experience above normal rainfall in September: IMD
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India likely to experience above normal rainfall in September: IMD

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: After a wetter-than-normal August, India is likely to experience above normal rainfall in September, with heavy to very heavy precipitation expected in northwest India and the surrounding areas. Above normal rainfall is likely over most parts of India, except for some areas in extreme northwest India, many parts of the southern peninsula, northern Bihar, and northeastern Uttar Pradesh, …

India Likely to Experience Above Normal Rainfall in September: IMD
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India Likely to Experience Above Normal Rainfall in September: IMD

News 18  

After a wetter-than-normal August, India is likely to experience above normal rainfall in September, with heavy to very heavy precipitation expected in northwest India and the surrounding areas. Above normal rainfall is likely over most parts of India, except for some areas in extreme northwest India, many parts of the southern peninsula, northern Bihar, and northeastern Uttar Pradesh, as well …

On Cam: House Collapses Like Pack Of Cards In Faridabad Due To Heavy Rain
3 months, 3 weeks ago

On Cam: House Collapses Like Pack Of Cards In Faridabad Due To Heavy Rain

ABP News  

Scary visual came to the fore on Thursday from Haryana's Faridabad where a two-storey house collapsed like a pack of cards due to heavy rains in the Delhi and the adjoining regions. The heavy rainfall was not limited to Delhi, as other parts of the country, including Kerala and Gujarat, are also experiencing similar conditions. The IMD has also forecast …

Gujarat Floods: Heavy Rain Disrupts Livelihood, Watch Big Updates If The Hour Only On ABP News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Gujarat Floods: Heavy Rain Disrupts Livelihood, Watch Big Updates If The Hour Only On ABP News

ABP News  

Heavy rains continue to wreak havoc in Gujarat, leading to flood-like conditions in several districts as rivers overflow. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Thursday, predicting extremely heavy rainfall in parts of Saurashtra and Kutch. Along the Gujarat coast, bordering Pakistan and the northeastern and east-central Arabian Sea, winds could reach 55 to 65 km/h. The …

Delhi Weather Updates: Watch Big Updates Of The Hour Only On ABP News | Heavy Rainfall
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi Weather Updates: Watch Big Updates Of The Hour Only On ABP News | Heavy Rainfall

ABP News  

A few hours of rainfall has led to significant waterlogging in several areas of Delhi. Many vehicles have come to a halt due to the waterlogged roads, exacerbating the traffic congestion. The authorities are facing challenges in managing the situation, and efforts are underway to address the waterlogging and restore normal traffic flow. The unexpected rainfall has highlighted the need …

Thousands evacuated as monsoon rains and flooding kill 28 people in India
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Thousands evacuated as monsoon rains and flooding kill 28 people in India

ABC  

Heavy rains have battered India and Pakistan's coastal areas, flooding cities in India's Gujarat state and forcing thousands from their homes. Intense monsoon rains and floods have killed at least 28 people in India in the past few days. Tens of thousands of people have been evacuated since Sunday from cities near the coast, with more heavy downpours and strong …

Delhi: Heavy rain causes waterlogging, traffic snarls
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi: Heavy rain causes waterlogging, traffic snarls

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Overnight rains led to waterlogging in many parts of Delhi, affecting traffic movement on Thursday morning. According to IMD parameters, 2.5-15.5 mm of rain is considered light rainfall, 15.6 mm-64.4 mm moderate, 64.5-115.5 mm heavy, 115.6-204.4 mm very heavy and over 204.5 mm extremely heavy rainfall. Traffic movement is affected on both the carriageways of GTK Road, from …

Gujarat flood toll rises to 28, with over 40,000 displaced
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Gujarat flood toll rises to 28, with over 40,000 displaced

Hindustan Times  

Several regions in Gujarat were facing acute flood situation as heavy rainfall lashed parts of the western state for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday, with Vadodara city being the worst-affected urban pocket where some areas were submerged under 10 to 12 feet of water. Rain-related incidents have claimed at least 28 lives in Gujarat in the last three days, …

Gujarat Floods: Toll Rises To 26 As Rains Claim 19 More Lives, PM Modi Dials CM To Assure Aid
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Gujarat Floods: Toll Rises To 26 As Rains Claim 19 More Lives, PM Modi Dials CM To Assure Aid

ABP News  

Rain-related incidents claimed 19 more lives in Gujarat, taking the toll to 26 in three days, while around 17,800 people were evacuated from flood-affected areas as heavy showers lashed parts of the state for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday, officials said. The deceased include seven persons who went missing after the tractor trolley they were travelling in was swept …

Rains claim 9 more lives in Gujarat, flood-like situation in many areas; PM holds talks with CM
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rains claim 9 more lives in Gujarat, flood-like situation in many areas; PM holds talks with CM

Hindustan Times  

Ahmedabad, Rain-related incidents claimed nine more lives in Gujarat, taking the death toll to 16 in two days, while another 8,500 people were relocated and rescued from flood-affected areas with rains continuing to lash some parts of the state for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday, officials said. Authorities are carrying out relief and rescue operations involving the National Disaster …

Gujarat rain: Flood-like situation in Vadodara; IMD predicts more showers | Details
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Gujarat rain: Flood-like situation in Vadodara; IMD predicts more showers | Details

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rain for the past two days has led to severe waterlogging in Gujarat's Vadodara causing a flood-like situation. A flooded road in Vadodara on Tuesday after heavy rainfall caused waterlogging in the city According to the weather department Vadodara received 26 cm of rainfall on Monday. People are facing a lot of difficulty.” The Kashi Vishwanath Mahadev Temple complex …

Gujarat: Heavy rainfall floods low-lying areas in parts of state; IMD issues ‘red alert’
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Gujarat: Heavy rainfall floods low-lying areas in parts of state; IMD issues ‘red alert’

Hindustan Times  

Amid heavy rainfall over the past two days, parts of Gujarat have been inundated, displacing hundreds of affected residents to safer locations. The weather department predicts a ‘heavy to very heavy’ rain in several areas, with isolated instances of ‘extremely heavy’ rainfall expected in the south Gujarat districts of Vadodara, Surat, Bharuch, Navsari, Valsad, as well as in Amreli and …

Hyderabad Rains: Low-lying areas face waterlogging after a few hours of rain on Tuesday early morning
4 months ago

Hyderabad Rains: Low-lying areas face waterlogging after a few hours of rain on Tuesday early morning

The Hindu  

Very heavy rain spell beginning at about 3 a.m. that dumped 12.5 cm in Yousufguda and 12.1 cm in Uppal and 11.9 cm rain in Rajendranagar by 7 a.m. flooded many low lying areas in the city. While some parents received messages about school holiday, there were others who received messages The rain led to flooding in the arterial Ameerpet …

Himachal Pradesh: 107 roads closed amid heavy rains, yellow alert issued
4 months ago

Himachal Pradesh: 107 roads closed amid heavy rains, yellow alert issued

India TV News  

As rain continued to lash several parts of Himachal Pradesh, vehicular movement came completely to a still on 107 roads while 91 power schemes and 36 water schemes were disrupted on Monday. The emergency operation centre also said that the rains disrupted 91 power and 36 water supply schemes in the state. Naina Devi wettest on Monday According to the …

Autorickshaw submerged as incessant rainfall causes waterlogging in parts of Delhi | Watch
4 months ago

Autorickshaw submerged as incessant rainfall causes waterlogging in parts of Delhi | Watch

India TV News  

Heavy rains led to waterlogging in several parts of the national capital on Tuesday morning. Waterlogging, traffic jams in several areas Early in the morning, Delhi woke up to heavy rains accompanied by thundershowers, leading to severe waterlogging and traffic jams in some areas. Heavy rains also provided much-needed relief from the scorching heat and humid weather conditions. The downpour …

30 deaths in rain-related incidents during monsoon: deceased’s kin slam ‘laxity’ on part of civic agencies
4 months ago

30 deaths in rain-related incidents during monsoon: deceased’s kin slam ‘laxity’ on part of civic agencies

The Hindu  

Over the past nearly one and a half months of monsoon, Delhi has seen nearly 30 rain-related deaths. The fatalities include a cab driver who died after a portion of a canopy at IGI Airport fell on him on June 28 and three Civil Services aspirants who drowned in the basement of a coaching institute on July 27 after it …

Flash floods on rise in Himachal Pradesh; traditional water sources to bear the brunt
4 months, 1 week ago

Flash floods on rise in Himachal Pradesh; traditional water sources to bear the brunt

The Hindu  

Even as torrential rains, followed by flash floods have been causing havoc in the hill State of Himachal Pradesh, the erratic rainfall pattern is Himachal Pradesh has seen a steep rise in flash flood events during the past few years, especially in the monsoon season. These flash floods have killed hundreds of people, damaged critical infrastructure, and raised concerns about …

Fresh cloudburst in Himachal: 58 roads closed, IMD says heavy rains to continue till August 20
4 months, 1 week ago

Fresh cloudburst in Himachal: 58 roads closed, IMD says heavy rains to continue till August 20

India TV News  

Amid incessant rains in the past few days, a fresh cloudburst in the Takloch area of Rampur subdivision of Shimla district on Friday damaged a 30-metre stretch of road, a senior official told news agency PTI. The IMD has also issued a 'yellow' alert for heavy rain in 10 of Himachal Pradesh's 12 districts till August 20 even as showers …

Waterlogging after rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, more showers expected today
4 months, 1 week ago

Waterlogging after rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, more showers expected today

Hindustan Times  

Several parts of Delhi and its adjoining National Capital Region received light rain on Tuesday morning, a day after heavy rainfall caused waterlogging woes in the city. Heavy rain lashed the national capital and adjoining regions earlier on Sunday and Monday, leading to waterlogging in several parts of the city. According to weather officials, two cyclonic circulations – one over …

Telangana news: Hyderabad city hit by rain, causing traffic disruptions
4 months, 1 week ago

Telangana news: Hyderabad city hit by rain, causing traffic disruptions

Live Mint  

Telangana: Hyderabad received rainfall this morning, resulting in traffic congestion in several areas. Meanwhile, IMD met centre Hyderabad in a post on X said, “Generally cloudy sky light to moderate rain or thunderstorm very likely to occur in the city. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 32°C to 24°C.” Moreover, the India Meteorological Department, in an official …

Eight killed in rain-related incidents in Rajasthan; Bengaluru goes under water after downpour
4 months, 1 week ago

Eight killed in rain-related incidents in Rajasthan; Bengaluru goes under water after downpour

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi/Jaipur, Eight people were killed in Rajasthan, roads were blocked and normal life was brought to a halt in different parts of the country on Monday as rain wreaked havoc. Eight killed in rain-related incidents in Rajasthan; Bengaluru goes under water after downpour Heavy rainfall has created a flood-like situation in Karauli and Hindaun of Rajasthan, where 22 people …

Heavy rain continues to lash Himachal Pradesh, 197 roads closed
4 months, 1 week ago

Heavy rain continues to lash Himachal Pradesh, 197 roads closed

Hindustan Times  

Shimla, A total 197 roads, including two national highways, were closed in Himachal Pradesh following landslides and flash floods triggered by heavy rain during the past week, officials said on Monday. Heavy rain continues to lash Himachal Pradesh, 197 roads closed Several areas in Una were waterlogged and flash floods and landslides were reported in Chamba, Mandi, Kinnaur, Shimla, Sirmaur …

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