RAIN SITUATION
Uttarakhand: IMD predicts heavy rainfall in several parts of state
"Heavy to very heavy rainfall at many places, with extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places, is likely to occur in districts of the Kumaon region. Heavy rains have also been forecast in Chamoli, Rudraprayag, and Pauri districts of Uttarakhand," said the weather department.
Amarnath Yatra: J-K Police issue special traffic advisory for yatra convoy, non-convoy movement
To ensure safe and efficient movement of pilgrims and other commuters during the holy Amarnath Yatra, the Jammu and Kashmir Traffic Police have issued an advisory on National Highway-44 with cut-off timings and instructions for various convoy and non-convoy movements.
Rain triggers landslides in Uttarakhand, two drown in separate incidents
In Haridwar, a teenaged boy who had gone to bathe in a rain-fed rivulet in the Navoday Nagar area was swept away by strong currents. His body is yet to be found, the police said. His two friends who had also gone into the stream were rescued by locals.
Meghalaya gets 44% excess rains in a month
Meghalaya has experienced a significant increase in rainfall over the past month, receiving 44% more rainfall than usual, totaling 117.32 cm between June 1 and July 3. This surplus has led to extensive damage to public infrastructure and disrupted the lives of residents, particularly affecting the southern districts of the state. The monsoon downpours have caused landslides, flash floods, fallen trees, and other destruction.
Flood situation remains grim in Arunachal Pradesh, over 60,000 people affected
The flood situation in Arunachal Pradesh remains severe with major rivers above danger levels in four districts: Namsai, Lohit, Changlang, and East Siang. Landslides have also been reported across the state due to heavy rainfall. In Papum Pare district, a cloudburst triggered water release from the Pare Hydropower Project, prompting warnings to residents downstream. Bordumsa in Changlang district saw the Burha Dehing river overflow, damaging infrastructure and agriculture.
Parts of Manipur flooded after heavy rain, schools to remain closed till Thursday
Heavy rainfall in Manipur's Imphal West and Imphal East districts has led to severe flooding, exacerbated by breaches in embankments along the Imphal, Kongba, and Iril rivers. The state government has declared a holiday for all government offices and closed schools until Thursday due to the flood situation. Residential areas have been inundated, affecting over 1,000 people, with significant flooding also reported along the India-Myanmar road. Relief and rescue efforts are ongoing, while the Indian Red Cross Society recovered the body of a man from the Senapati river amid the challenging conditions caused by incessant rains.
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Video: Heavy rains submerge roads in 30 Gujarat villages
The IMD had issued a 'red alert' for several districts in the state predicting extremely heavy rain in Surat, Navsari, and Valsad in south Gujarat, as well as Jamnagar, Porbandar, Junagadh, Dwarka, and Kutch in the Saurashtra-Kutch region.
Severe Assam floods: Critical situation with over 6.71 lakh people affected
Assam's flood situation remained critical with over 6.71 lakh people affected in 20 districts in the second wave of flooding this year. The Indian Air Force (IAF) rescued 13 stranded fishermen from the severely-hit Dibrugarh district.
Heavy rain continues to lash Gujarat, causing road closures, flooding in cities
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted that on July 2, parts of south Gujarat and Saurashtra may receive very heavy rains in isolated places, while heavy rain will lash several parts of north Gujarat, central Gujarat, and the Saurashtra region.
Heavy rainfall in Arunchal making flood sitution in Assam critical, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has declared a critical flood situation in the state due to heavy rainfall in Arunachal Pradesh. The river Brahmaputra and its tributaries are flowing above the danger level, with Dibrugarh in Upper Assam being the worst affected area. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy rainfall for the next two to three days.
Weather update: Delhi likely to witness heavy rains, IMD issues orange alert till July 2
Weather update: Delhi is under an 'orange' alert until July 2 due to heavy rain forecasted by the Indian Meteorological Department, with a minimum temperature of 27 degrees Celsius and 78% humidity. The city received 9 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours, and the maximum temperature is expected to reach 34 degrees Celsius. The Air Quality Index was in the satisfactory category at 97.
Haridwar flood: Cars swept away in flooded Sukhi river after heavy rain
Heavy rains caused the River Ganga in Haridwar to swell, washing away many cars. Viral videos show vehicles floating in the river. The India Meteorological Department forecasts further heavy rainfall in Northwest India, warning of potential flooding, waterlogging, and traffic disruptions. Travelers are advised to check for congestion and avoid flood-prone areas.
Radhika Gupta trades car for 'fabulous metro' amid Delhi's heavy rain: Photos from Edelweiss CEO's day out
Radhika Gupta, CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, shared her experience navigating Delhi's heavy rainfall on social media. She opted for the metro when her car got stuck in waterlogged streets, enjoying local cuisine and maintaining a positive outlook despite the challenges. Her post garnered praise for resilience amidst adversity, reflecting widespread disruptions including flight cancellations and infrastructure damage.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall in northwest and northeast India for next 5 days
Expect heavy rainfall in northwest and northeast India with isolated heavy rainfall in various states and the southwest monsoon advancing into west Rajasthan and Jammu, leading to heavy rainfall in Konkan, Goa, and central Maharashtra.
Delhi govt to set up control room to monitor city's waterlogging situation after heavy rain
Bharadwaj said a round-the-clock control room is being set up at the PWD headquarters where senior officials will be present to monitor the waterlogging situation. Delhi government has started WhatsApp chatbot number 8130188222 and helpline number 1800110093 to register waterlogging complaints, he added.
Delhi rains: LG holds emergency meeting, officials' leave cancelled
Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena conducted an emergency meeting on Friday to address the severe waterlogging in Delhi following prolonged rainfall. He directed officials to establish an emergency control room and deploy static pumps to manage the waterlogging. Saxena instructed that all senior officers on leave return to duty and that no leave be sanctioned for the next two months. He noted the city's lack of preparedness, citing incomplete drain de-silting and a pending Flood Control Order, and urged immediate action.
Delhi Rains: LG directs officials to set up emergency control room to address waterlogging issue
Following heavy rainfall in Delhi, Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has instructed officials to establish an emergency control room to address waterlogging issues. This directive came after an emergency meeting held to review the city's preparedness and response to the rain-induced disruptions.
Chaos at Delhi Airport: Flights & metro shuttle suspended. Here is all you should know
Delhi Airport Roof Collapse: A roof collapse at Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport on Friday resulted in one death and five injuries. The incident, caused by heavy rains in the Delhi-NCR region, also damaged several cars. Flights to and from Terminal 1 have been cancelled, and alternate arrangements are being made. The Aerocity Metro shuttle service to Terminal 1 has been suspended. Heavy rains caused waterlogging and traffic jams across the city, with major roads like Outer Ring Road, ITO, and Dhaula Kuan affected.
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.
Entire Ayodhya is waterlogged just after a single rainfall: AAP MP Sanjay Singh
Sanjay Singh, an Aam Aadmi Party MP, criticized the Centre for infrastructure failures across India after recent rainfall. He cited issues like water entering Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, collapse of the Atal Setu Bridge and Jabalpur terminal, and problems with the Bundelkhand Expressway. Singh also condemned the Delhi Airport Terminal 1 roof collapse, blaming corruption and BJP leadership. Meanwhile, Delhi's mayor acknowledged waterlogging issues but assured improvement efforts.
Delhi T1 Airport roof collapse: Union Civil Aviation Minister announces Rs 20 L compensation for deceased's kin
Union Minister of Civil Aviation K Ram Mohan Naidu announced a compensation of Rs 20 lakh for the deceased and Rs 3 lakh for the injured in the Delhi Airport canopy collapse. He assured thorough inspections to prevent further casualties, clarifying the building's age and closure of Terminal 1 operations.
BJP hits out at AAP after waterlogging reported in several parts of Delhi
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized the Aam Aadmi Party-run Delhi government after several areas reported waterlogging following heavy rains early Friday. Poonawalla specifically pointed out waterlogging at Minto Bridge, a location the AAP had claimed to have fixed. "The BJP leader claimed that waterlogging was also reported from Minto Bridge which AAP had claimed to have fixed."
Delhi likely to see rain in next 3-4 days: IMD
The IMD said that heatwave conditions are likely over many parts of the country on June 18. "Heatwave to severe heat wave conditions are likely over many parts of Uttar Pradesh and some parts of Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi on 18th June 2024 and heat wave conditions are likely over isolated places over Jammu division, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Bihar and Jharkhand," IMD said in a post on X.
Over 1,200 tourists stranded due to landslides, rain in Sikkim, CM takes stock of situation
Over 1,200 tourists, including 15 foreigners, have been stranded in northern Sikkim's Mangan district due to massive landslides caused by heavy rainfall. The Sikkim Tourism & Civil Aviation Department's Principal Secretary, C S Rao, confirmed that the stranded tourists are safe and sound, and local authorities have requested them to stay put and avoid taking risks.
Mumbai Rain: IMD issues warning; Check weather, traffic and train alerts
This year's monsoon onset was two days earlier than usual, with widespread pre-monsoon rains experienced in Kerala. Many parts of Mumbai witnessed heavy rainfall on Sunday night leading to severe waterlogging in different areas.
Hyderabad to get pre-monsoon rains this week. Check IMD's weather forecast for next 7 days
Hyderabad rains trended on social media with pre-monsoon showers providing relief from the heat. Monsoon is expected to reach Telangana in the second week of June. The India Meteorological Department forecasts favorable conditions for the Southwest Monsoon's progression into additional regions.
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.
US Weather: Tornadoes likely to hit areas from Oklahoma to Great Lakes, temperatures to soar, situation to worsen
The US has been rocked by extreme weather conditions including Tornadoes. The country is experiencing contrasting weather in different parts.
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.
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