Eight dead as speeding car hits parked lorry on NH 66 in Thrissur
Eight people died when their car rammed a parked lorry on NH 66 in Thrissur early Friday. Victims were likely Tamil Nadu students.
Disaster Management
Washington Pulp Mill Had Long Record of Safety Lapses Before Fatal Blast
Records show a Washington pulp mill had years of safety complaints, maintenance failures and toxic chemical releases before a fatal tank collapse killed 11 workers.
All Indian pilgrims leave Tibet after Nepal floods; 275 still missing
MEA confirms all Indian pilgrims have left Tibet after Nepal flash floods. 275 remain missing; 169 rescued so far.
India Calls Climate Change a Shared Challenge, Urges Developed Nations to Lead
India says climate change is a common challenge, with developed nations responsible for emissions, amid Nepal's compensation demand.
Nepal's Deadliest Floods in Years: Rescue and Recovery Continue
Nepal faces its worst flood disaster in years, with rescue teams still searching for the missing as authorities assess the damage and coordinate relief.
India urges developed nations to lead climate action amid Nepal's compensation push
India responds to Nepal's call for climate compensation, stressing developed countries must lead emission cuts and support developing nations.
Telangana Minister Blames Previous Government for Polavaram Backwater Risk to Bhadrachalam
Telangana Minister alleges BRS negligence caused Polavaram backwater threat to Bhadrachalam; CM to raise issue with Centre.
Landslide in Assam Halts Train Services to Mizoram
A landslide in Assam's Hailakandi district has suspended train services to Mizoram's Bairabi. Repairs are ongoing.
Nepal Floods: Food Aid Push Intensifies as Remote Villages Remain Cut Off
WFP expands emergency food aid in Nepal as flash floods isolate communities, affecting over 84,000 people.
Farakka track subsidence disrupts train services to north Bengal
Land subsidence near Farakka has disrupted rail connectivity to north Bengal, prompting train cancellations and additional bus services.
Spain Calls for EU Climate Adaptation Fund and Binding Risk Targets
Spain urges EU to create a climate adaptation fund, set binding targets, and conduct five-yearly risk assessments.
Chittoor's rain deficit deepens, kharif crops wilt
Chittoor district's rainfall deficit since June has hit 64.5%, threatening kharif crops and groundwater, with western mandals worst affected.
Soil erosion damages track, suspends train services to Mizoram
Heavy rain caused soil erosion on a railway track in Assam/Mizoram, disrupting train services. Restoration is underway; several trains cancelled.
Heavy Rain Waterlogs Delhi Airport, Passengers Wade Through Terminal Approach
Heavy rain caused waterlogging at Delhi's IGI Airport, forcing passengers to wade through water and diverting five flights.
Indian Volunteers Push Aid to Cut-Off Nepal Villages After Floods
Indian volunteers are delivering relief to isolated Nepali communities a week after floods, facing long treks and helicopter-only zones.
Chalakudy School Building Collapses; Holiday Averts Tragedy
A portion of a Kerala government school building collapsed in Chalakudy on a holiday, with no casualties reported. Excavation for the Hill Highway is suspected.
Delhi Drenched: Red Alert Issued as Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Lash Capital
Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit Delhi on Friday, prompting a red alert from the IMD. The downpour disrupted Janmashtami celebrations, with more intense weather expected.
Three-day forest fire in Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve finally contained
Forest personnel and villagers doused a three-day fire in Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve's Kambathrayan Hill, damaging hundreds of acres of vegetation.
China Tightens Grip on Flood Information as Nepal Offers Open Updates
Flash floods along China-Nepal border kill over 1,000; China limits information, Nepal provides open updates.
Nepal's Post-Flood Rebuild Hits Funding Wall as Climate Fund Falls Short
Nepal's request for emergency climate disaster funding exposes the gap between pledged aid and available resources.