THE SITUATION
India’s close ally in Central Asia foils coup attempt by terrorists a day after SCO summit
Kyrgyzstan's State Committee for National Security announced it had foiled a coup attempt by a group aiming to violently seize power and destabilize the socio-political situation through mass riots. The group, suspected of being a terrorist organization influenced by religious indoctrination, was discovered with explosives, firearms, and extremist literature. Five suspects are in custody as investigations continue. The announcement follows the Kyrgyz PM's call for stronger action against terrorism at the SCO summit, which emphasized cross-border terror threats. Recent arrests of ISIS supporters highlight growing security concerns in Central Asia.
Assam floods: CM Himanta Sarma visits affected areas; death toll rises to 52
Morigaon (Assam): The flood situation in Assam's Morigaon district remains grim as thousands of people have been affected. According to the District Administration, 194 villages in the district remain inundated. The death toll in Assam floods has risen to 52. About 21.13 la...
Assam flood crisis: BJP govt is giving Jal embankment projects to same contractor alleges Cong's MP Gaurav Gogoi
Assam: On the flood situation in the state, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi says, "I had said that it is a matter of great concern, I am very concerned and I think the central government should also be concerned. I am aware that Prime Minister M...
Assam Floods: Situation remains grim in Nagaon, thousands leaving homes for safety; death toll rises to 46
Nagaon (Assam): Flood-like situation remained grim in Nagaon, affecting the lives of several people. Floods in Assam have so far claimed 46 lives. According to the flood report of Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), 8 people died...
Army chief reviews security situation along LoC in J-K; meets DGP, other police officers
Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi visited Jammu to review Line of Control security, emphasizing readiness for challenges. His trip included assessments during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra and anti-terror operations, highlighting collaboration between military and civil forces for regional security and development.
J&K: Indian Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi visits Poonch, reviews security situation along LoC
Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi arrived in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch after taking over as the country’s COAS. He held a security meeting with army officers and met with troops of brigade headquarters This was the first visit after assuming cha...
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Manipur situation similar to turmoil following India's partition, says MP
Akoijam stirs Lok Sabha with Manipur crisis parallels to 1947 Partition. Urges BJP to address nationalism, PM to acknowledge state. Research insights shared, pain emphasized in joint session debate.
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.
Manipur University postpones semester exams amid severe flooding
The ongoing flooding has caused significant disruption across the region, and this decision by Manipur University reflects the challenging conditions faced by the residents of the state. The university's administration is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as soon as it is possible to reschedule the exams.
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.
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.
Governor CV Ananda Bose asks TMC govt to issue white paper on West Bengal's financial situation
"The fiscal situation of West Bengal is confronting multiple fiscal risks and public finance management issues exposing serious lapses on the part of the (state) government. It is very disturbing, shocking, and shattering to see that West Bengal is facing a financial breakdown. Its public finance is in the doldrums," Governor CV Ananda Bose claimed in a statement issued by the Raj Bhavan on Saturday.
JDU national executive to discuss current political situation
JDU is holding its national executive meeting in New Delhi following the Lok Sabha election results. The meeting comes amid a demand from a section of the BJP in Bihar for the party to field its chief ministerial candidate in the next assembly elections. JDU and BJP leaders have dismissed claims of mistrust between the two parties.
BSF chief reviews operational readiness of troops along International Border in Jammu frontier
During the visit to the Jammu Frontier, the BSF Chief emphasized security assessments and strategies along the International Border, addressing recent tragic incidents in the region.
Manipur BJP president meets Amit Shah, discusses current situation
BJP's Manipur president A Sharda Devi met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi to discuss the ethnic strife in the state, urging for immediate attention for a permanent solution and tranquillity. Devi highlighted the need for resettling IDPs and providing support for rehabilitation, while Shah assured her of the Centre's commitment to fulfilling the people's aspirations in the conflict that has left over 200 dead and thousands displaced.
J-K: Army commander reviews operational preparedness of military formations in Udhampur
Lieutenant General M V Suchindra Kumar, Northern Army Commander, visited various military formations in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district to review operational preparedness, officials said on Thursday. His visit on Wednesday evening aimed to assess readiness for the forthcoming Amarnath yatra and the region's security situation. The Northern Command posted on X that Lt Gen Kumar was briefed on the formations' efforts to integrate technology for improved operational efficiency. He is currently visiting different corps, divisions, and formations across the union territory to review security and operational preparedness.
What is Azm-e-Istehkam, Pakistan's new military operation tasked to take on TTP and other militant groups
Pakistan’s leadership approved a new military operation, Azm-e-Istehkam (Resolve for Stability), to combat rising violence and terrorism. Following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s review of counterterrorism efforts, the operation targets domestic security threats and cross-border fighters from Afghanistan. The initiative includes socioeconomic measures to reduce extremism and aims to strengthen legal support for prosecuting terrorists. The plan addresses increased violence, potential cross-border tensions, and Chinese concerns about infrastructure security.
Assam flood situation improves, over 2 lakh hit
Assam has seen a decrease in flood cases in eight districts, with over 2,07,500 people affected. The worst hit is Karimganj, with over 1.1 lakh people suffering. The total number of people killed in this year's flood, landslide, and storm is 39. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has suggested the creation of at least 50 large ponds in the northeast region to divert Brahmaputra river water, aiming to tackle floods and develop agriculture, irrigation, and tourism.
"If Centre does not intervene, situation will not improve": Atishi on water crisis in Delhi
Atishi, Delhi's Minister, has called on the Centre to address the water crisis in Delhi, urging the BJP to work with Haryana for more water. She expressed concern over a recent pipeline leak and requested police protection for key water lines. Atishi emphasized the need to avoid politics and focus on solutions, warning that without intervention, the situation will worsen. She highlighted a 25% increase in water shortage in South Delhi due to a 6-hour stoppage in water pumping. Atishi's plea comes as the Delhi Jal Board deploys patrol teams to monitor the water distribution network.
No peace in Manipur even after one year, address situation with priority: RSS chief Bhagwat
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat expressed concern over the ongoing unrest in Manipur, urging the situation to be prioritized. Speaking at an RSS event in Nagpur, he highlighted that Manipur, once peaceful a decade ago, has been in turmoil for the past year, with violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities resulting in significant casualties and displacement. Bhagwat emphasized moving past election rhetoric to address national issues and called for consensus between political sides to ensure public welfare, condemning divisive tactics and lies in politics.
Should you buy a house now or rent it? Key factors that will help you to decide
While property market dynamics play a big role in effecting this decision, equally important is your personal financial situation and lifestage. There are other factors to consider. If you are thinking of buying a house, here the key things you need to check.
Delhi Minister Atishi seeks emergency meeting with LG over water situation
Delhi Water Minister Atishi seeks emergency meeting with Lt Governor V K Saxena over inadequate water released by Haryana via Munak Canal for Delhi's water supply. Delhi is supposed to receive 1050 cusecs of water from Munak Canal through CLC and DSB sub-canals, reduced to 840 cusecs, affecting 7 Water Treatment Plants. Atishi requests intervention from the Central Govt.
BJP hits out at Congress govt in Karnataka, terms capital city 'Udta Bengaluru'
BJP criticizes Karnataka's Congress government for 'deteriorating law and order' in Bengaluru, dubbing it 'Udta Bengaluru' due to alleged rise in narcotics and rave parties.
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