North Bengal landslides: Death toll rises to 23; Governor's office activates rapid action cell
Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) The death toll in the devastating landslides triggered by torrential rain in North Bengal has reached 23, officials said on Monday.
Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) The death toll in the devastating landslides triggered by torrential rain in North Bengal has reached 23, officials said on Monday.
Jaipur, Oct 6 (IANS) A devastating fire broke out late Sunday night in the ICU of the Trauma Centre at Sawai Mansingh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur, claiming the lives of eight patients, including three women.
Kathmandu, Oct 5 (IANS) At least 52 people have lost their lives in natural calamities over the last three days in Nepal, as the country has been experiencing incessant rainfall since Friday in most parts, an official of the Armed Police Force (APF) said.
Kolkata, Oct 5 (IANS) At least 20 people were killed and several others injured as torrential rain caused massive landslides across northern Bengal hill in West Bengal on Sunday, sweeping away homes, road links and leaving hundreds of tourists stranded.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed grief over the loss of lives and damage caused by heavy rainfall in Nepal. He stated that India stands with the people and Government of Nepal in this difficult time.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) A sudden flood in the Amochu River area early Sunday morning left several families and workers stranded in Bhutan’s temporary housing and workforce camp. Despite challenging weather conditions, a coordinated rescue effort between Bhutanese authorities and the Indian Army ensured all affected individuals were brought to safety.
Chennai, Oct 5 (IANS) The Special Investigation Team (SIT), appointed by the Madras High Court, has formally begun its inquiry into the deadly stampede that occurred during Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader and actor-turned-politician Vijay’s campaign rally in Karur, which left 41 people dead and more than 100 injured.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday expressed sadness over the loss of lives in West Bengal's Darjeeling following heavy rainfall and landslides.
Kolkata, Oct 5 (IANS) After torrential rain and landslides wreaked havoc in Darjeeling and other North Bengal areas, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Sunday that she will visit them on Monday and will take an overview of the situation, rescue and relief operation.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed grief over the widespread destruction caused by heavy rainfall in West Bengal's Darjeeling and said that the Centre is committed to providing all assistance to the affected.