DELHI NCR EARTHQUAKE TODAY
Three children die after under-construction house wall collapses in Greater Noida
After heavy rains hit Delhi-NCR, three children died when the wall of an under-construction house collapsed in Khodna Kalan village, Greater Noida. Eight children were trapped; three were declared dead, and five are being treated in the hospital. Relief operations are ongoing. Additionally, a canopy collapse at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport's Terminal 1 killed one person and injured eight. Flight operations from Terminal 1 are suspended. Delhi recorded 228.1mm of rain in 24 hours, the highest in June since 1936. Further investigations are underway.
Chaos at Delhi Airport: Terminal 1 roof collapse leaves cars buried, 1 dead and flights suspended
IndiGo has canceled all flights to/from Terminal 1 due to the partial closure of Delhi Airport caused by heavy rains. Delhi and NCR (National Capital Region) received incessant rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning beginning in the early hours of Friday.
'Delhi feels like Venice, boat on road': Few hours of rain brings the capital to knees. Residents share videos of flooded areas
Delhi-NCR experienced heavy rainfall for the second day, offering relief from intense heat but causing significant waterlogging. The IMD predicts more showers. Residents shared concerns over flooded streets on social media. The Safdarjung Observatory recorded 154 mm rainfall, cooling temperatures after nine heatwave days in June. Monsoon is expected in Delhi within days, with forecasts for rain across Rajasthan, Haryana, and more.
Delhi-NCR gets much needed respite from heatwave with heavy rainfall
Delhi Rains: Delhi-NCR experienced significant relief from scorching heat with heavy rainfall drenching several parts on Thursday morning. Areas like Sarita Vihar, Munirka, and Noida were particularly affected, with the IMD issuing a yellow alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds up to 30 km/h. The forecast predicts increasing rain intensity through Friday and Saturday, with possible gusts by Sunday. Temperatures are expected to drop gradually, reaching 34 degrees Celsius on Sunday.
IKEA gears up for Delhi-NCR launch with strengthened supply chains, better demand forecasting
With an eye on its launch in the Delhi NCR market early next year, the Swedish furniture retailer is looking to corner a bigger chunk of India’s market pie.
Why Delhi-NCR's heat index has jumped to 53 degrees despite no heatwave. Check IMD's weather forecast for this week
Delhi-NCR experienced light rain with high humidity causing discomfort. Heat index reached 53°C. Heatwave unlikely till month-end as IMD predicts light rain this week. The maximum temperature is likely to remain between 40 degrees and 42 degrees this week.
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Delhi expected to witness rain, thunderstorm today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a thunderstorm and rain in Delhi on Sunday, with a maximum temperature of around 43 degrees Celsius. The day will be mostly cloudy, with a heat wave and dust storms or thunderstorms. Delhi's minimum temperature is 30.4 degrees Celsius, 4.2 degrees above the seasonal average. The city's Air Quality Index (AQI) is recorded at 184 in the moderate category, with a humidity level of 27%.
Delhi traffic alert for Mahasamadhi Divas at Guruji Ka Ashram. Key routes to avoid
Delhi Traffic Police issued an advisory for the Mahasamadhi Divas Celebration at Guruji Ka Ashram (Bade Mandir) in New Delhi, expecting a large gathering of 85,000-90,000 people from Delhi and neighboring areas.
In Pics: Dust storm wreaks havoc in Delhi-NCR
After days of heightened temperatures, Delhi-NCR witnessed a major thunderstorm, strong winds, and rainfall on Friday evening, causing traffic disruptions, and tree uprooting in the national capital. The wind speed was as high as 77kmph in some areas, an IMD official said.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across multiple states as Delhi-NCR witnesses major weather disruptions
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in several parts of the country, including Uttarakhand, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, south Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, west Uttar Pradesh, Meghalaya, and others. Delhi-NCR experienced a major thunderstorm and rainfall, leading to traffic disruptions and flight diversions. The IMD has issued alerts for West Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir, while Delhi is under a yellow alert. Himachal Pradesh is also expected to witness rain and hailstorms. Unseasonal rains in Pune provided relief from the heat but also caused incidents of tree falls and fires.
'Fire of Jihad in our hearts:' Here is what was mentioned in the bomb threat email received by 80 schools in Delhi-NCR
Numerous schools in Delhi and Noida received bomb threats via email, resulting in the evacuation of at least 80 schools. Police, bomb squads, and fire brigades rushed to the scenes. Despite extensive searches, authorities found nothing, leading them to believe the threats were hoaxes. The threatening emails, invoking jihad, warned of imminent harm, prompting heightened security measures and investigations.
China, Pakistan ISI behind bomb threat to 200 Delhi schools?
Schools in Delhi-NCR faced a bomb scare as over 200 institutions received threatening emails, prompting a large-scale response from authorities and causing widespread panic among parents and students. Despite a thorough search, no explosives were found, leading the police to treat the emails as a hoax. The incident has raised concerns about security and the origins of the threats, with investigations suggesting links to China and Pakistan’s ISI.
Bomb threat in Delhi-NCR schools: L-G Saxena seeks report from police; urges parents not to panic
elhi's Lieutenant Governor, Vinai Kumar Saxena, has requested a detailed report from the police regarding bomb threats at several schools in the National Capital Region (NCR). He has directed the police to conduct a thorough search and identify the culprits. Saxena has also asked parents to cooperate with authorities and not panic. Over 50 schools in the NCR and Delhi have received bomb threats, with some schools evacuated and others being searched by Delhi Police.
Delhi-NCR schools get bomb threat: Here is what we know so far
Delhi Schools Bomb Threat: Multiple schools in Delhi and Noida were targeted by bomb threats via email, leading to panic among authorities. Prominent institutions such as Mother Mary School and Delhi Public School branches were affected. Police suspect the involvement of a single individual, with reports suggesting nearly 100 schools across Delhi-NCR received threats. Investigations are ongoing, with heightened security measures in place.
Nearly 100 Delhi-NCR schools receive bomb threats possibly through Russian domain, MHA calls mails 'hoax'
Delhi-NCR schools faced bomb threats, causing panic. Threats labeled hoax by Home Ministry. Security agencies alerted. Investigations ongoing. Terrorizers 111 group linked to nationwide security alert at airports and terminals.
Will Delhi-NCR see rain today? Here's what IMD's latest weather report says
Delhi experienced a refreshing change in weather with light rain over the weekend, offering relief from the scorching heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts cloudy skies and gusty winds for the next five days, with temperatures expected to hover around 33 degrees Celsius during the day and 20 degrees Celsius at night. Despite rain, temperatures may rise again towards the end of the week, reaching 38 degrees Celsius by Friday.
Rains lash Delhi and surrounding areas in pleasant surprise. Check IMD's weather forecast
Delhi experienced scattered rainfall and thunderstorms, offering relief from the heat. The India Meteorological Department forecasts similar weather patterns, including the impact of an intense Western Disturbance and moisture influx from the Arabian Sea.
Farmers' Delhi march today: All about traffic restrictions at Delhi borders and NCR regions
In view of farmers' march, Delhi Police has increased security at borders and have further fortified roadblocks to preven farmers getting into the national capital. Tikri and Singhu borders have been sealed and cops have warned traffic congestion also.
Bharat Bandh today: Noida police warns of intensive checking on Delhi routes, imposes Section 144
Bharatiya Kisan Union called Bharat Bandh today to press demands. Gautam Buddh Nagar Police imposed Section 144, banned unauthorized assemblies, and warned of traffic diversions in Noida. Commuters cautioned of intensive checking, traffic diversions, and restricted goods vehicles. Metro rail service advised. Schools and banks open in Delhi NCR.
Bharat Bandh today: Routes to avoid as traffic jams expected on major roads in Delhi-NCR
Bharat Bandh called tomorrow: Farmers' groups have called for a Bharat Bandh on February 16, 2024, leading to expected massive traffic jams, including in Delhi NCR borders. The protest seeks to highlight unmet promises from the central government since the 2020 protests and various issues impacting farmers. The Gramin Bharat Bandh will be from 6 AM to 4 PM, with chakka jams planned from 12 PM to 4 PM. Transportation, agriculture, MNREGA rural works, and other sectors are likely to be affected. The farmers urge PM Modi to hold talks for a resolution, emphasizing peaceful protests.
Tremors felt in Delhi-NCR after 7.1 magnitude earthquake jolts China's Xinjiang region
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck Southern Xinjiang, China, on Tuesday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The earthquake, occurring at a depth of 80 kilometers, triggered strong tremors felt across the Delhi-NCR region. The seismic event was recorded at 11:39 pm IST.
Earthquake hits Afghanistan, tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 hit the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan on Thursday, as reported by the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre.
Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
Earthquake tremors were felt close to 4:20 pm on Monday in Delhi and neighbouring areas.
Magnitude 6.4 earthquake strikes Nepal; tremors felt in Delhi, NCR
Magnitude 6.4 earthquake jolted Nepal on Friday night and tremors were felt in many parts of India.
A 3.1 magnitude earthquake jolts Delhi NCR
An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.1 occurred in Faridabad, near Delhi, causing tremors in the National Capital Region. The earthquake had a depth of 10 kilometers. Earlier in the day, a 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit western Afghanistan, resulting in two deaths and over 100 injuries.
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