Himachal Pradesh reels from heavy rains: Death toll rises and damages estimated at $1.2bn

Himachal Pradesh reels from heavy rains: Death toll rises and damages estimated at $1.2bn

Unprecedented rainfall continues to lash the Indian states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, leading to devastating landslides and flooding. Over the past three days, Himachal Pradesh witnessed a surge in deaths, with the toll rising to 71—higher than the entirety of July. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts sustained heavy rains for Himachal over the […]

Heavy rainfall and landslides hit Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh

Heavy rainfall and landslides hit Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh

Uttarakhand faces severe disruptions as continuous rainfall incites landslides and flash floods in multiple areas. Similarly, Himachal Pradesh grapples with the aftermath of downpours that initiated landslides, leading to the obstruction of the Chandigarh-Shimla National Highway. Meanwhile, Delhi is poised for a warm and humid Sunday, contrasting with forecasts of light to moderate rainfall in […]

Dramatic overnight rescue operation at Muthyala Dhara waterfalls in Telangana

Dramatic overnight rescue operation at Muthyala Dhara waterfalls in Telangana

In a heart-stopping incident that unfolded in Telangana, over 80 tourists were stranded in the formidable Muthyala Dhara waterfalls in Mulugu district. However, the brave team of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) swooped in like heroes in an action movie, saving the day and the tourists. This daring rescue operation began under the cloak […]

Hyderabad pauses, but Telangana stays under rain cloud

Hyderabad pauses, but Telangana stays under rain cloud

Despite a predicted lull in rain for Hyderabad on Monday, the possibility of continued rainfall across Telangana looms due to existing low pressure. On Sunday afternoon, numerous areas in the city witnessed moderate rains leading to slowed traffic on several main roads and flyovers, despite the weekend typically resulting in fewer vehicles on the road. […]