News for 'State Disaster Management Authority'

After Joshimath, cracks appear on houses in another U'khand town

After Joshimath, cracks appear on houses in another U'khand town

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Hotels Malari Inn and Mount View, which have developed more cracks, will be demolished on Tuesday.

PHOTOS: Assam floods affect 2 lakh people; 2 dead

PHOTOS: Assam floods affect 2 lakh people; 2 dead

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Landslides triggered by incessant rain snapped rail and road links, an official bulletin said.

Heavy rain alert for Kerala, Lakshsadweep for 3-4 days

Heavy rain alert for Kerala, Lakshsadweep for 3-4 days

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

A red alert has been sounded in three districts of Idukki, Thrissur and Palakkad in Kerala.

Relief, rescue operations intensified in Joshimath; Modi calls Dhami

Relief, rescue operations intensified in Joshimath; Modi calls Dhami

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

Officials said 13 more families living in houses with huge cracks were moved by the administration to safe locations on Sunday.

Heavy rains continue to lash Guj, 7 killed; 15K relocated

Heavy rains continue to lash Guj, 7 killed; 15K relocated

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

While rain intensity reduced on Tuesday compared to a day ago, affecting mainly districts in the Saurashtra region, administration carried out rescue and relief operations on a large scale, shifting thousands of people to shelters.

Monsoon lands in Kerala, yellow alert issued in 9 districts

Monsoon lands in Kerala, yellow alert issued in 9 districts

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Meteorologists earlier said Cyclone 'Biparjoy' had been impacting the intensity of the monsoon and that its onset over Kerala would be 'mild'.

Operation Kaveri: Another batch of 229 Indians from Sudan reaches Bengaluru

Operation Kaveri: Another batch of 229 Indians from Sudan reaches Bengaluru

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

The fresh batch of evacuees arrived in Bengaluru, a day after 365 people returned from the African country to Delhi.

Odisha braces for Cyclone Phailin, NDMA sends troops

Odisha braces for Cyclone Phailin, NDMA sends troops

Rediff.com12 Oct 2013

The Odisha government is preparing for Cyclone Phailin -- which is expected to hit the east coast on Saturday evening -- on a war footing.

Heavy rains to continue in Kerala, 2 dams opened

Heavy rains to continue in Kerala, 2 dams opened

Rediff.com21 May 2022

The IMD has issued Yellow alert for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Malappuram and Kozhikode districts for today whereas Wayanad too has Yellow alert on May 22.

3 dead, 7 missing as heavy rains batter Guj; hundreds shifted

3 dead, 7 missing as heavy rains batter Guj; hundreds shifted

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The administration is geared up for more showers as the India meteorological department has warned of heavy to very heavy rains with isolated extremely heavy rains in several districts of the state till Thursday morning.

Will Chennai Shed Its 'Disaster Capital' Tag?

Will Chennai Shed Its 'Disaster Capital' Tag?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

For the Stalin government to win back the confidence of voters ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, post-flooding restoration works, their speed and efficacy would be closely watched, and not just by the political Opposition, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Cyclone Gaja likely to cross Tamil Nadu coast on Friday

Cyclone Gaja likely to cross Tamil Nadu coast on Friday

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

The Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority, in a tweet, said as per the latest updates #GajaCyclone is likely to have landfall between 8 pm and 11 pm on Thursday in all probability in Nagapattinam district.

Joshimath: Govt prepares for demolition; NCMC says evacuation must

Joshimath: Govt prepares for demolition; NCMC says evacuation must

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

The administration started preparing for the demolition of two precariously standing hotels in subsidence-hit Joshimath in Uttarakhand on Tuesday, but faced protests from their owners and locals on the issue of compensation, while more families were evacuated from the danger zone as the number of affected houses rose to over 700.

AI 171 Crash: No Closure In Sight As Questions Linger

AI 171 Crash: No Closure In Sight As Questions Linger

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The truth about what triggered the fatal crash of the Dreamliner should not only help bring the guilty to book, but also outline the future course of action in aviation safety, notes Nivedita Mookerji.

After UP, Kanwar Yatra cancelled in Delhi

After UP, Kanwar Yatra cancelled in Delhi

Rediff.com18 Jul 2021

"No celebrations, processions, gatherings, etc. shall be allowed during forthcoming Kanwar Yatra-2021 starting from July 25 in NCT of Delhi," stated an order issued by the DDMA.

At 13 days, 3 hours, Biparjoy longest duration cyclone since 1977: IMD

At 13 days, 3 hours, Biparjoy longest duration cyclone since 1977: IMD

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

vThe longest duration cyclone over the north Indian Ocean had developed over the Bay of Bengal and weakened over the Arabian Sea between November 8-23, 1977 with a life period of 14 days and six hours.

14 dead after torrential overnight rain in Uttarakhand

14 dead after torrential overnight rain in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Twelve people, including three of a family, were killed and six injured in heavy overnight rains that triggered flooding and house collapse as several rivers swelled in Uttarakhand, officials said on Thursday.

5.6 magnitude quake rocks Assam, Meghalaya, Bengal and Bhutan, 3 hurt

5.6 magnitude quake rocks Assam, Meghalaya, Bengal and Bhutan, 3 hurt

Rediff.com28 Jun 2015

India Meteorological Department officials said the quake shook Assam, including its capital Guwahati, Meghalaya, West Bengal and neighbouring Bhutan at 6.35 am.

Truck driver injured as bridge collapses in Karnataka

Truck driver injured as bridge collapses in Karnataka

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

An old bridge across Kali river in Uttara Kannada district collapsed in the small hours of Wednesday, resulting in heavy traffic along National Highway 66, connecting Goa to Karnataka.

5 killed, over 100 injured as storm hits Bengal's Jalpaiguri

5 killed, over 100 injured as storm hits Bengal's Jalpaiguri

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who rushed to the district late on Sunday night, assured the people of all help from the administration.

Assam flood situation deteriorates, over 19,000 affected

Assam flood situation deteriorates, over 19,000 affected

Rediff.com21 Jun 2015

The flood situation in Assam deteriorated on Sunday with over 19,000 people reeling under the waters in more than 60 villages across the state.

No govt exists in Maha when rains are wreaking havoc: Raut

No govt exists in Maha when rains are wreaking havoc: Raut

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

"Maharashtra is again under a lockdown. Nearly 100 people have died due to floods," he said.

Heavy rain lashes parts of country, cripples Mumbai

Heavy rain lashes parts of country, cripples Mumbai

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The monsoon spelt mayhem in several parts of the country on Monday, particularly Mumbai where local train services and flight operations were hit and everyday life disrupted as well as Assam that was grappling with floods yet again.

Difficult to bring back Naveen's body amid bombing in Ukraine: Bommai

Difficult to bring back Naveen's body amid bombing in Ukraine: Bommai

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

The chief minister, who met the bereaved family of the medical student Naveen Ranebennur, handed over a cheque for Rs 25 lakh as compensation and assured his brother of a job.

Assam flood toll rises to 11, lakhs affected

Assam flood toll rises to 11, lakhs affected

Rediff.com14 Jul 2019

The flood situation affected nearly 26.5 lakh people across 28 districts.

22 dead in flash floods, landslides in Himachal Pradesh

22 dead in flash floods, landslides in Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

The maximum damage has been reported from Mandi, Kangra and Chamba districts, he said, adding that so far 36 weather-related incidents have been reported from the state.

No deployment of teachers on Covid duty at Delhi airport

No deployment of teachers on Covid duty at Delhi airport

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

As per the official announcement by Delhi government, the teachers will be deployed from December 31, 2022, until January 15, 2023, to ensure COVID-appropriate behaviour is followed at Delhi Airport.

Plea in Delhi HC seeks suspension of Central Vista project

Plea in Delhi HC seeks suspension of Central Vista project

Rediff.com4 May 2021

The plea also states that the petitioners are also questioning why or how the project constitutes an "essential service", merely because some executive mandated contractual deadline has to be met.

Mercury soars across India, highest temp reaches 44.2 deg C

Mercury soars across India, highest temp reaches 44.2 deg C

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Delhi's primary weather station, the Safdarjung Observatory, registered a maximum temperature of 40.4 degrees Celsius, four notches higher than normal.

Powerful quake kills 12, injures 250 in Pakistan, Afghanistan

Powerful quake kills 12, injures 250 in Pakistan, Afghanistan

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

A strong 6.8 magnitude earthquake with the epicentre in Afghanistan shook Pakistan, killing at least 12 people and injuring nearly 250 others in both the countries, authorities said on Wednesday.

SC to hear plea seeking intervention to save Joshimath

SC to hear plea seeking intervention to save Joshimath

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

On January 10, the top court had refused urgent hearing of the plea, saying there are 'democratically elected institutions' to deal with the situation and all important matters should not come to it.

A letter to PM as more Joshimath houses develop cracks

A letter to PM as more Joshimath houses develop cracks

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

A total of 800 people, belonging to 237 families, have so far been shifted to safety by the district administration

9 dead, several injured as under-construction building collapses in Kolkata

9 dead, several injured as under-construction building collapses in Kolkata

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the building collapse site at Azan Molla Lane in the city's western periphery and assured local residents of stern action against illegal construction.

Rains lash Tamil Nadu, schools closed in many districts

Rains lash Tamil Nadu, schools closed in many districts

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Widespread rains lashed parts of Tamil Nadu on Thursday, prompting authorities to declare a holiday for schools in Chennai and many other districts.

Flood situation in Assam worsens; 1 more dead, 7.18 lakh affected

Flood situation in Assam worsens; 1 more dead, 7.18 lakh affected

Rediff.com19 May 2022

The flood situation in Assam deteriorated on Thursday with one more person losing his life and nearly 7.18 lakh people in 27 districts remaining affected by the deluge, an official bulletin said.

7 killed, 35 injured as bus falls into Mahanadi riverbed in Odisha

7 killed, 35 injured as bus falls into Mahanadi riverbed in Odisha

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

The private bus, on its way to Cuttack from Talcher, crashed into the railing of the bridge and plunged 30 feet down into the dry riverbed, they said.

Active Covid cases to double in Maha in 15 days: CM

Active Covid cases to double in Maha in 15 days: CM

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

Maharashtra is expecting its active caseload to reach 11.9 lakh by April 30, compared to the current active caseload of 5.64 lakh, Thackeray said.

Cyclone Biparjoy: Army, IAF, Navy ready for rescue ops

Cyclone Biparjoy: Army, IAF, Navy ready for rescue ops

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Apart from 15 teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and 12 teams of State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), personnel of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Indian Coast Guard and Border Security Force (BSF) are deployed for relief and rescue operations, officials said.

6 days and counting: Rain-drenched Mumbai braces for more

6 days and counting: Rain-drenched Mumbai braces for more

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

According to disaster management control room of the civic body, no injury or casualty has been reported so far.

Rescue workers close but 'not quite there', says NDMA

Rescue workers close but 'not quite there', says NDMA

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Rescue workers on Tuesday were close to breaking through the 60-metre stretch of rubble of the collapsed Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand in which 41 workers are trapped for the last 16 days, officials said.