LANDSLIDE MANAGEMENT

Modi’s election setback only a blip for some global stock funds

“The first thing I did was message my portfolio managers who invest in India to say if Nifty banks are down because of a lower-than-expected mandate for Modi, it’s a buying opportunity,” Sai said in an interview on Tuesday.

Earthquakes in north-central Japan collapse 5 homes that were damaged in deadly January quake

Earthquakes struck Japan's north-central region of Ishikawa on Monday, causing no major damage. The quakes were believed to be aftershocks of the magnitude 7.6 earthquake on January 1, and there was no tsunami. Five houses that had been damaged in the January 1 quake collapsed in Wajiima city, but no major damage or life-threatening injuries were reported. The JMA seismology and tsunami official Satoshi Harada said Monday's rattlings rekindled fear among residents struggling to recover from damages from the New Year's quake.

Heat wave kills at least 56 in India, nearly 25,000 heat stroke cases, from March-May

A confluence of factors has led to a very hot summer in South Asia, a trend scientists say has been worsened by human-driven climate change. At least 33 people, including election officials on duty in India's just-concluded general election, died of suspected heatstroke in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in the north, and Odisha in the east on Friday.

Sikkim CM says people's trust, hard work of SKM cadres behind landslide victory in assembly polls

SKM supremo Prem Singh Tamang credits party's victory to hard work of cadre and people's trust. SKM wins 26 seats in 32-member assembly, leading in 5. Tamang thanks supporters and voters at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok.

Indian stocks, bonds and rupee set to gain as polls show landslide BJP win

While the final results might differ from the exit polls, the strength of the projected victory is expected to benefit risk assets. Should the June 4 results align with the exit polls, analysts expect the NSE Nifty 50 Index to reach a new record

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.

Death toll rises to 29 in Mizoram's Aizawl district after stone quarry collapse and landslides

Mizoram's Aizawl district has seen a stone quarry collapse and landslides, resulting in 29 deaths and seven missing people. Search operations are ongoing to locate the seven missing people, who may have been trapped under debris. Heavy rain and landslides damaged 81 houses and partially damaged 46 others in various districts.

Cyclone Remal claims 27 lives in Mizoram

Mizoram and Assam have experienced landslides due to cyclone 'Remal', resulting in 27 deaths and 3 in Assam. A massive landslide in Aizawl district killed 13 people, including two minors, and left eight missing. The landslide caused house collapses and worker camps to collapse, burying 21 people. Infrastructure damage is expected to impact electricity and water supply.

Cyclone Remal claims 27 lives in Mizoram; CM allocates Rs 15 crore relief fund

Cyclone Remal has claimed 27 lives in Aizawl district following landslides. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has announced comprehensive relief measures to aid those affected by Cyclone Remal within the state.

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.

Mizoram: 17 dead, several missing as stone quarry collapses amid rains; schools, banks and govt offices remain closed

Twelve people died in a stone quarry collapse in Aizawl district, Mizoram, due to incessant rain. A red alert is issued for Arunachal Pradesh. Efforts are ongoing to rescue the trapped individuals under the debris.

Assam prepares for Cyclone Remal's impact

Government of Assam has taken extensive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens in light of the impending increase in rainfall and wind speeds due to Cyclone Remal, which will make landfall on May 26 at West Bengal and Bangladesh and move northwards towards the Northeast.

Cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal; moderate rainfall expected across Kerala

The Kerala Disaster Management Authority has forecasted moderate rainfall in several districts. Thiruvananthapuram is experiencing heavy rainfall, prompting alerts for various districts, and residents are advised to be cautious due to potential hazards like flash floods and landslides. A well-marked low pressure system intensifying into a depression in the central Bay of Bengal is likely to develop into a cyclone and cross the Bangladesh and West Bengal coasts.

Heavy rains lash Kerala, IMD issues red alert in two districts

Kerala faces heavy pre-monsoon rains, prompting the India Meteorological Department to issue red alerts for Ernakulam and Thrissur districts, indicating over 20 cm of rain in 24 hours. Major cities like Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, and Thrissur suffer from waterlogging. The state reports four deaths and significant property damage due to flooding and landslides. Relief camps are opened, and authorities warn residents of rising water levels in rivers.

Kerala govt activates emergency operation centres amidst heavy rains

Kerala government opens emergency operation centres in all districts to tackle heavy rains, mudslides, and issues warnings to tourists about possible landslides in hilly areas. Safety boards will be installed to warn travellers, and night travel bans may be imposed in hilly areas. District collectors address intense water logging, uprooting of trees, and Health Minister Veena George warns about epidemics.

IMD shares monsoon updates, warns of heavy rains in 5 states due to cyclonic circulation over Tamil Nadu

Isolated heavy rainfall is expected in some regions of Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. IMD warns of thunderstorms in coastal areas. Red alert issued for some Kerala districts. Southwest monsoon progresses in the region.

Efkon-Strabag join hands with leading IITs

Efkon-Strabag, a prominent provider of smart infrastructure solutions in India, has formed partnerships with renowned institutions including IIT Bombay, IIT Mandi, and IIT Roorkee to spearhead advancements in transportation systems, landslide management, and road safety awareness. Collaborating with IIT Bombay, the focus is on enhancing knowledge management, joint projects, and engagement activities, with an emphasis on innovation in transportation systems through research on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and skill-building programs for students.

Odisha signs MoU with Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham for developing landslide early warning system

The OSDMA also signed another memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Bangkok-based Regional Integrated Multi-hazard Early Warning System (RIMES) to provide support as a knowledge partner and system integrator for implementing the World Bank-supported Odisha State Capability and Resilient Growth Programme (OSCRGP), they said.

Heavy winter rains in Pakistan kill at least 37 people, collapse buildings and trigger landslides

At least 27 people, mostly children, reportedly died in rain-related incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province bordering Afghanistan since Thursday night, the provincial disaster management authority said.

Road, air traffic hit by snowfall in Kashmir, landslide in Jammu; avalanche warning issued for hills

Snowfall in Kashmir Valley affects normal life as flights are cancelled, traffic is stopped, and heavy snowfall occurs. Snow clearing operations are slow due to slippery roads. Inbound and outbound flights from Srinagar airport are cancelled for the day. IndiGo cancels six flights due to bad weather. Avalanche warnings issued for hilly areas. Landslide halts traffic on Jammu-Srinagar highway.

Sikkim: Icy flood that killed 31 in India's northeast had been feared for years

Rescuers are searching for survivors after a glacial lake overflowed and burst through a dam in India's Himalayan north. The flood has killed at least 31 people, with 100 still missing. The cause of the flood is unclear, but experts suggest intense rain and a nearby earthquake may have contributed.

Over 40 families displaced by landslides in Uttarakhand to get Rs 4.25 lakh each for rehabilitation

Of the total amount, Rs 4 lakh will be for construction of houses, Rs 10,000 as displacement allowance and Rs 15,000 for building cowsheds, District Disaster Management Officer NK Joshi said.

Himachal: IAF airlifts two pregnant women from landslide-hit Kullu-Mandi, watch!