RESCUE TEAMS
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.
Safety of people, property top priority during floods: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised that ensuring the safety of people and property is the primary focus during floods, highlighting the importance of effective coordination and swift actions for relief and rescue operations in 24 highly flood-prone districts. He instructed ministers to inspect arrangements, provide quality relief materials, and ensure compensation for affected farmers.
Lonavala Viral Video: Five family members swept away at Lonavala waterfall, body of 1 missing children found
Lonavala Viral Video: A heart-wrenching video of the incident showed a group of 9-10 persons, including those who lost their lives, stranded in the middle of a stream with flood waters gushing down and crying for help while their relatives and other bystanders asking them to hold on to each other.
Five Indian soldiers killed in flash flood near LAC, bodies recovered
Five Indian Army personnel, including a JCO and four jawans, lost their lives during a river crossing exercise in Ladakh. Their T-72 tank was swept away by flash floods near Mandir Morh. All bodies have been recovered. This incident highlights the severe risks soldiers face during training near the Line of Actual Control.
Delhi Airport roof collapse: No loud noise, chaos when iron rods fell on cars, says eyewitnesses at Delhi airport
Delhi airport roof collapse: The roof collapse incident at Delhi airport's Terminal-1 led to injuries and one fatality, prompting swift rescue operations and the evacuation of affected individuals. Civil Aviation Minister Naidu supervised the response, ensuring passenger safety, while DCP Rangnani coordinated the investigative efforts at the site.
Wall collapses in southwest Delhi's Vasant Vihar, labourers feared trapped
In the race against time to save trapped labourers, the Delhi Fire Service (DFS) deploys expert fire tenders at the collapsed wall site in Vasant Vihar. The collaborative efforts intensify as multiple agencies work together to overcome challenges and ensure a successful rescue operation.
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Jammu & Kashmir: 38 specially-trained rescue teams to be deployed for Amarnath Yatra
38 Mountain Rescue Teams from various forces will be deployed for the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage, ensuring pilgrims' safety during the 52-day journey to the holy cave shrine at 3,880 meters.
Tamil Nadu: Family trapped on first floor after landlord demolishes staircase
Tamil Nadu fire and rescue services were called to rescue a family trapped on the first floor of their home after their landlord demolished the staircase due to a dispute over rent payment. The landlord, Srinivasan, had already cut off the electricity, drinking water, and sewage lines to the property the previous week.
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.
A year apart, Kanchanjunga train mishap brings back memory of Coromandel tragedy
Train Accident Today (Google Trends): The recent collision of a goods train with the Kanchanjungha Express in Darjeeling district, West Bengal, has raised concerns about railway safety. Similar to the Coromandel Express disaster in June 2023, signalling errors were reportedly a factor. The Coromandel Express collision, which resulted in India's worst railway disaster in three decades, highlighted the need for improved safety measures. The incidents underscore the importance of addressing issues in signalling and communication systems to prevent such tragedies in the future.
58 child labourers rescued from distillery in MP's Raisen
A total of 39 boys and 19 girls were rescued from a distillery in Madhya Pradesh's Raisen district. The operation was led by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) and the Bachpan Bachao Andolan (BBA). The children, who were rescued from Som Distillery, were found with burn wounds on their hands from exposure to harsh chemicals and alcohol. They were made to work long hours daily, transported in a school bus by their employer. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has ordered strict action against those responsible.
Toddler who fell into 50 feet borewell in Gujarat's Amreli pulled out, declared dead
"The child was pulled out from the borewell at 5:10 am and taken to the Amreli Civil Hospital where she was declared brought dead," Fire Officer HC Gadhvi said today.
Army, Navy join efforts to rescue excavator operator at soil cave-in site in Palghar
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde disclosed that the Army, Navy, and Coast Guard are aiding rescue efforts for an excavator operator trapped for 17 days after a cave-in at a water project in Palghar. The incident occurred during work on a tunnel shaft at the Surya water supply project site on May 29. Despite extensive operations by local teams and the NDRF, neither the operator nor the machine has been located.
Who are the four Israeli hostages freed from Gaza?
The Israeli military successfully rescued four hostages from Gaza, who had been captured by Hamas Palestinian militants during an attack on the Supernova music festival in southern Israel on October 7. The captives were identified as Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv, each with their own harrowing experiences during their captivity.
Pune: One killed, 42 students rescued after fire breaks out at private institute
According to officials, the watchman of the building who was sleeping on the ground floor was charred to death in the fire incident that took place on the intervening night of Thursday and Friday. Upon receiving the information, the officials of the fire department rushed to the spot and started the operation to douse the fire.
Cyclone Remal floods Manipur, state govt declares two-day holiday till May 31
Continuous rainfall due to cyclone Remal caused flooding in Manipur. The state government has launched rescue operations and declared a two-day public holiday. Departments handling essential services will remain operational. Fishermen assisted in evacuating flood-affected people. NDRF personnel and additional resources have been deployed for rescue efforts. Landslides and road disruptions have also been reported in different districts.
Troops rescue 1,000 people from floods in Manipur, relief ops on, says Assam Rifles
In a statement, the Assam Rifles said its troops successfully carried out rescue operation in the flood-affected areas in Imphal city and provided succour to the distraught and stranded people on Tuesday.
At least 14 dead from storms in Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kentucky
Search teams in the U.S. Southern Plains and Ozarks are assessing damage after tornado-spawning thunderstorms killed at least 14 people and destroyed hundreds of buildings. North Texas, near the Oklahoma border, was hit hardest, with seven fatalities and nearly 100 injuries. Severe weather delayed the Indianapolis 500. Tornadoes, with winds up to 135 mph, wreaked havoc, especially in Valley View, Texas, and other regions. As cleanup continues, forecasters warn of more storms, extreme heat, and a potentially severe Atlantic hurricane season starting June 1.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Amirabdollahian dead in helicopter crash
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, 63, and his foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were confirmed dead in a helicopter crash. Rescue teams faced harsh conditions to reach the wreckage in East Azerbaijan province. Initial reports suggest the helicopter hit a mountain peak. Raisi's presidency was marked by strict moral laws, crackdowns on protests, and intense nuclear negotiations.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's moments before helicopter crash captured on video
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian tragically died in a helicopter crash near Azarbaijan border, sparking national mourning. Raisi was seen as a potential successor to Supreme Leader Khamenei. He was travelling in a US-made Bell helicopter.
Iran President's helicopter crash: Authorities dispatch forces to site after rescue teams detect 'fuel smell'
Iran's search operation for the crashed helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi intensified, with the Iran Red Crescent and IRGC chief Major General Hossein Salami on-site in East Azerbaijan. The helicopter, which made a "hard landing," carried Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other officials. Several countries, including Russia and Turkey, have sent rescue teams and equipment to assist. The EU activated its rapid response mapping service, while Iran expressed gratitude for international support in the search and rescue efforts.
Iran President Helicopter Crash: Iranian President Raisi and Foreign Minister Amirabdollahian have died, say news reports
An Iranian official has informed Reuters that President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian have died in a helicopter crash in Iran's East Azerbaijan province, near the border with Azerbaijan. The helicopter was returning from a trip to inaugurate a dam with Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev. The crash occurred in the Dizmar forest between the cities of Varzaqan and Jolfa, with reports suggesting it was forced to make a hard landing due to bad weather and fog. Mohammad Mokhber would assume the presidency under the Iranian constitution in the event of Raisi's death.
Gujarat: 7 feared drowned in Narmada River; search ops underway
Seven family members, including minors, feared drowned in Narmada River at Poicha, Gujarat. NDRF, Vadodara fire team search for victims swept away by river current, with no traces found yet. Officials rush to spot after victims swept away. 6BN NDRF unit from Jarod joins search operation. Poicha is a popular summer picnic spot for swimming.
Anant Ambani's Vantara aids timely rescue of an ailing elephant and her calf - Team travels 3,500kms from Jamnagar to Tripura
Anant Ambani's Vantara aided an ailing elephant, Pratima, and her calf, Maniklal, in Tripura's Unakoti district. The initiative is supported by Reliance Industries and Reliance Foundation, located in the Jamnagar Refinery Complex.
Death toll rises to 14 in Mumbai hoarding tragedy; search and rescue ops still on
The death toll in the Mumbai hoarding collapse incident is 14 dead, 75 injured. NDRF teams, BMC, and Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar are leading rescue efforts in Ghatkopar area. NDRF assistant commandant Nikhil Mudholkar provided insights during the search operations. Rajawadi Hospital, Bhavesh Bhinde, and BJP leader Kirit Somaiya are also involved.
12 dead after Indonesia flash floods, cold lava flow
The disaster hit Agam and Tanah Datar districts in West Sumatra province at around 10:30 pm (1530 GMT) on Saturday after hours of heavy rain, triggering a flash flood and a cold lava flow from Mount Marapi, according to Basarnas search and rescue agency.
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