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Assam floods: Seven more people dead, toll touches 90
The death toll in Assam flood rose to 90 with seven more deaths reported by the ASDMA. Fatalities were recorded from a boat capsize and drownings in Goalpara, Nagaon, and Jorhat districts. Over 12.33 lakh people in 24 districts are affected, with 2406 villages and 32924.32 hectares of crop area submerged. While some rivers are receding, the Brahmaputra remains above danger levels. 2.95 lakh people are sheltered in relief camps, and 6,67,175 animals are affected, including 180 wild animals and 10 rhinos in Kaziranga National Park.
Flood waters receding in parts of Assam
The flood situation in Assam remains critical with over 14 lakh people affected across 25 districts. Relief efforts ongoing in 365 camps as essential supplies are distributed. Infrastructure damage reported in multiple districts. Rivers like Brahmaputra and Barak flowing above danger levels, posing risks. Livestock also impacted by the floods.
Assam: Flood situation remains grim in Assam's Nagaon district; death toll from deluge rises to 84
The flood situation in Nagaon, Assam, remains severe with 84 lives lost state-wide. Rita Sahani and many others are displaced, living in makeshift tents on embankments. They face challenges accessing food and work due to ongoing rainfall and flooding. Nearly 14.39 lakh people are affected, with 79,000 in Nagaon alone.
Assam Floods: Situation remains grim in Nagaon; death toll from deluge rises to 84
The flood situation remains grim in Assam's Nagaon district, affecting the lives of several people. The deluge has claimed 84 lives so far across the state. Rita Sahani, a local resident, and her family members, residents of the Jakhalabandha area, have been living in...
Devastating Assam floods: Thousands homeless, 52 dead; victims plead assistance
The severe flood situation in Assam has resulted in the loss of life, extensive damage to infrastructure, road closures, crop destruction, and livestock loss. Hundreds of people have been left homeless and unsettled, with Jubbar Ali, his family, and around 100 families in the Rowmari Pathar area facing similar problems. The Brahmaputra River's erosion has submerged 179 villages and inundated 1,571.5 hectares of crop area. Over 2.42 million people in 30 districts have been affected so far, with Dhubri being the worst-hit district.
Assam Floods: 30 districts submerged, 24.50 lakh affected; death toll climbs to 64
Assam is witnessing the second wave of floods. The death toll in the floods this year stood at 52 and 12 others lost their lives due to landslides and storms.
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Assam Floods: 131 wild animals dead, 97 rescued in Kaziranga National Park
At least 131 wild animals have died in floods in Kaziranga National Park, with 96 others rescued. Dead animals include six rhinos, 117 hog deer, and 17 during treatment. The park is experiencing the worst-ever deluge in recent years, with the previous large-scale devastation occurring in 2017 when over 350 wildlife died in flood waters and vehicle hits.
Congress' Priyanka Gandhi expresses grief over loss of lives in Assam's flood situation; appeals party for assistance
Condoling the deaths caused by the deluge, Priyanka Gandhi posted on X on Sunday, "The news of the deaths of a large number of people due to floods in Assam is very sad. Due to the continuously deteriorating situation, lakhs of people are living in relief camps."
Assam floods: Death toll rises to 58, over 23 lakh affected by deluge
Floods in Assam result in 58 deaths, with over 2.3 million people affected. Chief Minister visits affected areas and directs intensified search for missing child. Wildlife in Kaziranga National Park also impacted by the deluge. Thousands displaced, infrastructure damaged.
Assam Floods: 16.50 lakh people affected in 29 districts
Assam floods affect 16.50 lakh in 29 districts, with Brahmaputra, Digaru, Kollong overflowing. CM Sarma to visit. Relief measures discussed. Death toll: 56. Dhubri, Darrang, Lakhimpur worst hit. Brahmaputra above danger at Nimatighat, Tezpur, Guwahati, Goalpara, Dhubri. Tributaries Subansiri, Burhi Dihing, Dikhou, Disang, Dhansiri, Kopili overflow. Barak river and tributaries also flood.
Assam floods: 17 wild animals drown, 72 rescued in Kaziranga National Park
Floods in Assam's Kaziranga National Park resulted in 17 animal deaths and 72 rescues, including 55 Hog Deer, under Sonali Ghosh's supervision. The flood situation impacts 173 forest camps. Assam's floods claimed 46 lives, affecting 16.25 lakh people and 3.86 lakh evacuees. The NDRF leads intensive rescue efforts for both wildlife and residents.
Flood situation prevails in Assam's Kaziranga National Park as water rises considerably
Following days of heavy rainfall, a flood situation has emerged in Assam's Kaziranga National Park, inundating 167 camps. Park official DFO Arun Vignesh confirmed the rise in water levels and the evacuation of eight camps. The floods in Assam have claimed 38 lives, affecting over 11.34 lakh people in 28 districts. Majorly impacted areas include Lakhimpur, Darrang, and Golaghat. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority reports that 42,476.18 hectares of crops and 2,208 villages have been submerged in the second wave of floods. Local efforts are underway to manage the crisis.
Assam flood situation critical, 13 stranded fishermen rescued by IAF
Earlier on Sunday, the IAF had rescued 8 State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) personnel and a revenue official from Jonai in Dhemaji district when they were stranded in another sandbar area during relief operations. Dibrugarh district has been severely affected in the current wave with the major town in Upper Assam inundated for the sixth consecutive day.
Over 1,61,000 people affected by floods in Assam; landslide kills 5
Heavy flooding and landslides have caused significant devastation in Assam and Meghalaya. In Assam, floods have affected over 1.61 lakh people across 15 districts since Cyclone Remal hit in May, resulting in approximately 30 deaths. Karimganj district is the worst hit, with 1,52,133 people affected and extensive damage to crops and livestock. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with 5,114 people taking shelter in relief camps amid submerged villages.
Assam government to start delimitation process, hold Panchayat elections in November; Congress accuses foul play
The Congress party in Assam won in three Lok Sabha seats despite alleged manipulation in last year's delimitation exercise, with the state government now initiating a delimitation process for panchayats aiming for elections by November. The political landscape of Assam has shifted after the recent delimitation of assembly and parliamentary constituencies, leading to changes in electoral dynamics and outcomes in the Lok Sabha polls.
Himanta Biswa Sarma says in Meghalaya, Nagaland and Manipur 'a particular religion went against NDA'
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma commented that a specific religion did not support the NDA in Nagaland, Meghalaya, and Manipur. This religion typically does not interfere in politics, but this time they got involved, even in Assam and have openly worked against the NDA this time, he said .
Assam floods: Death toll touches 25, over 10 districts affected
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) reported that 5 people drowned in Cachar district, a woman died in Nagaon district, and a child died due to urban flooding in Kamrup (Metro) district on Tuesday.
Death toll in Assam floods touches 14, over 13 districts affected
A total of 14 people have died due to floods in Assam after three more deaths were reported on Sunday. The floods, triggered by Cyclone Remal, have affected 13 districts, with Nagaon being the most impacted. Over 39,000 people are in relief camps. Crop areas have been submerged. Prime Minister Modi has announced financial assistance for the victims.
Assam flood: 6 lakh people affected in 10 districts
Nagaon remained the worst-hit district with over 2.79 affected population, followed by Hojai (1,26,813 affected population) and Cachar (1,12,265).
Assam flood situation grim, over 42,000 people affected
The flood situation in Assam's eight districts remained grim with the water level of major rivers rising and inundating vast tracts of land on Thursday, following incessant rainfall in the aftermath of Cyclone Remal, officials said. Over 42,000 people have been affected in Nagaon, Karimganj, Hailakandi, West Karbi Anglong, Cachar, Hojai, Golaghat and Karbi Anglong, they said.
Cyclone Remal: Depression to weaken over eastern Assam
The India Meteorological Department has forecasted Cyclone Remal to weaken into a low-pressure area over eastern Assam by Tuesday evening. The cyclone wreaked havoc in various districts, leading to at least 15 deaths, several injuries, infrastructure damage, and disruptions like road closures and fallen trees. Rescue and response teams are actively working to address the aftermath of the storm.
Assam Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase-3 Dhubri, Kokrajhar, Barpeta, Gauhati seats on May 7: Check party-wise candidates, other details
Assam Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase-3: In the upcoming third phase of Assam's Lok Sabha Elections on May 7, 61 candidates, including sitting MPs, former MPs, ministers, and MLAs, vie for victory. Key battles include contests in Silchar, Karimganj, Nagaon, and Darrang-Udalguri. Meanwhile, the first phase saw a robust voter turnout of 78.25 percent across five constituencies. With diverse candidates and intense campaigning, Assam's electoral landscape is primed for a dynamic contest.
Himanta Sarma appeals to indigenous people not to lag others in voting
Sarma while addressing the party's rally in Palasbari in Guwahati constituency said, "There is over 90 percent polling in constituencies like Dhing and Rupohihat. Whereas in constituencies like Palasbari, Jalukbari, Chaygaon places resided by Assamese/indigenous people voting percentage remains at 75 percent."
Three-way battle in Assam's Nagaon: Congress, BJP, and AIUDF eye Muslim-dominated constituency
Assam's Nagaon constituency is witnessing a competitive three-way race between the Congress, BJP, and AIUDF, with voting scheduled for April 26. The BJP, aiming to capitalize on its development initiatives, has fielded former ULFA militant Suresh Bora against Congress incumbent Pradyut Bordoloi and AIUDF's Aminul Islam. The constituency, with a significant Muslim population, has seen a shift in political dynamics, with the AIUDF asserting its presence and the BJP focusing on minority outreach.
HC declares Kokrajhar MP Naba Kumar Sarania ineligible for contest
Sarania was to seek re-election from Kokrajhar. The Gauhati high Court dismissed a petition Sarania challenging a January 12 order of the state-level caste scrutiny committee (SLSC) that cancelled the Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificate issued to him in 2011.
Lok Sabha battle: BJP's Sarbananda Sonowal eyes victory in Dibrugarh as Assam heads to polls in first phase
The bustling streets of Dibrugarh, Assam, are not just alive with the vibrant Bihu festival but also with the fervor of electoral politics. The upcoming polls on April 19, as part of the state's first phase, are particularly significant with BJP's Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, entering the fray. Sonowal expresses gratitude for the opportunity and confidence in PM Modi's leadership. The contest in Dibrugarh is set to be a triangular one, with AAP's Manoj Dhanowar also in the race, but the main battle is expected between Sonowal and Lurinjyoti Gogoi of AJP.
I cannot go to Sankardeva's birthplace but others can during law and order crisis: Rahul Gandhi
During a law and order crisis in Assam, Rahul Gandhi was stopped from visiting the birthplace of Vaishnav saint Srimanta Sankardeva. Gandhi, along with senior Congress leaders and supporters, staged a dharna while party MP Gaurav Gogoi and Batadrava MLA Sibamoni Bora proceeded to resolve the issue.
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