Weather Highlights: 16 NDRF teams deployed as more rains forecasted for Delhi; Punjab CM reviews situation in flood-hit areas

Jul 13, 2023 09:10 PM

Red fort to remain closed for visitors till July 14

Jul 13, 2023 09:08 PM

Punjab CM reviews relief measures in flood-hit areas of Ghaggar

Punjab Chief Minister on Thursday inspected the flood-ravaged areas of the state. He was accompanied by senior officials of the state government and the district administration.

CM Bhagwant Mann entered the waterlogged fields to oversee relief measures during his visit to flood-hit areas of the Ghaggar river. He monitored the operations through the movement of a JCB. The CM asked officials to remain in the field and ensure that people don’t face any problem.

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Jul 13, 2023 08:39 PM

Himachal Pradesh: 91 lives lost from June 24 to July 13

34 deaths due to landslides, cloudbust and flash floods

Jul 13, 2023 08:36 PM

Punjab: High alert for tonight as Tangri levels rise

Mohalgarh, Ratakhera, Khansiab, Aujha, Khatauli, Maghar Sahib Iserheri, Mehmoodpur Rurki, Bibipur, Kharabgarh, Budhmore, Roshanpur Jhungia, Adaltiwala, Dudhan Gujran, Lehla Jagir, Rohar Jagir are among the villages where caution is advised

Jul 13, 2023 08:17 PM

16 NDRF teams deployed

A total of 16 NDRF teams have been deployed in Delhi to tackle the floods caused by the overflowing Yamuna 

Jul 13, 2023 08:17 PM

Situation in Delhi is likely to improve by Friday morning

Situation in national capital is expected to improve by Friday morning, a senior NDRF officer said on Thursday

Jul 13, 2023 08:03 PM

Water level at Yamuna river is 208.66 metres

Jul 13, 2023 07:40 PM

IMD predicts thundershowers in Delhi till July 14

Jul 13, 2023 07:16 PM

Heavy traffic congestion in Sarai Kale Khan, due to traffic diversions following waterlogging in different parts of Delhi

Jul 13, 2023 07:16 PM

Chandigarh: Food packets being prepared to be supplied to flood-affected areas of Punjab

Jul 13, 2023 07:15 PM

Delhi: Drone visuals of Garhi Mendu village. The area has been heavily flooded due to the rising water level of Yamuna River

Jul 13, 2023 06:44 PM

Yamuna's water level continues to rise

According to the CWC portal, the Yamuna river's water level rose to 208.66 metres from 208.65 metres at 6 pm

Jul 13, 2023 06:05 PM

Trucks, bus submerge as several areas of Delhi reel under flood or flood-like situations

Jul 13, 2023 05:46 PM

All MCD schools to remain closed till July 16

All Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) schools will remain closed till July 16 in view of the rise in the water level of Yamuna River

Jul 13, 2023 05:42 PM

Vehicular movement to be restrcited on Shimla-Chandigarh NH 5

Shimla-Chandigarh National Highway 5 to be closed for all vehicular traffic from 09:00 PM onwards at Chakki Mod for restoration work. Emergency vehicles will be diverted via alternate route- Dharampur-Kasauli-Parwanoo: HP Traffic, Tourist & Railways Police

Jul 13, 2023 05:34 PM

Punjabi artist Ravneet Singh joins Khalsa aid to help amid floods in Punjab

Jul 13, 2023 05:20 PM

Indian Air Force has deployed two Medium Lift Helicopters for flood relief operations at Ambala.

The helicopters have so far dropped around 2000 kg of relief material comprising water bottles, ration and tarpaulin sheets in the villages of Niharsa and Allaudin Majra. IAF is undertaking the HADR Ops in coordination with civil administration to drop essential supplies in areas inundated with water. Further sorties are underway.

Jul 13, 2023 05:19 PM

Delhi receives more rainfall, adding to water logging woes

Jul 13, 2023 05:16 PM

Delhi likely to face drinking water shortage

Delhi government has decided to cut down supply by 25% following the closure of three water treatment plants due to the rising level of Yamuna

Jul 13, 2023 05:13 PM

Shimla | Power outages, flooding, connectivity issues brought Himachal to a complete standstill: Former CM Jairam Thakur

"Heavy rains caused huge damage in several districts of Himachal. Power outages, flooding, connectivity issues and more brought the state to a complete standstill. It will take some time but the situation will return to normal. I thank the Central government for sending timely help to the state, said Jairam Thakur, Former CM & Leader of the opposition of Himachal Pradesh

Jul 13, 2023 05:00 PM

10,000 tourists stranded in Kasol and Tirthan Valley, says Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu

Over 60,000 tourists have been rescued so far. 

“Until 9 am today, a total of 60,000 stranded tourists have been successfully evacuated from Himachal Pradesh. I am currently stationed in Kullu for the past three days, overseeing the ongoing rescue operations”, CM Sukhu tweeted.

Jul 13, 2023 04:55 PM

Flood like situation in several parts of Delhi

Jul 13, 2023 04:54 PM

Boat carrying relief materials and essential medicines collides with a damaged bridge near Dudhan Gujran village in Patiala. Relief team sustains minor injuries

Jul 13, 2023 04:23 PM

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu conducts aerial survey of flood-affected areas in Kinnaur districts

Jul 13, 2023 04:21 PM

No changes recorded in the water level of river Yamuna river in the past two hours

According to recent reports, no changes have been recorded in the water level of river Yamuna river in the past two hours. The water level at 1 pm & 2 pm was recorded as 208.62 metres, it was found to be the same even at 3 pm.

Jul 13, 2023 03:52 PM

Light to moderate rain likely in south-west Delhi, adjoining areas today

Regional Weather Forecast Centre (RWFC) in the national capital on Thursday predicted light to moderate intensity rain in south-west Delhi and adjoining areas.

“Thunderstorms with light to moderate intensity rain would occur over and adjoining areas of isolated places of South-West Delhi, South Delhi (Chhattarpur, IGNOU, Ayanagar, Deramandi) and NCR ( Gurugram, Manesar), Sikandrabad, Bulandshahar, Khurja, Pahasu (U.P.) during next 2 hours”, RWFC, Delhi shared in a tweet. 

Jul 13, 2023 03:45 PM

No changes recorded in the water level of river Yamuna in the past two hours

Jul 13, 2023 02:51 PM

Punjab schools to remain closed till July 16 in view of floods

Due to floods in the state, the Punjab government has extended holidays in schools till July 16.

In a tweet, Education Minister Harjot Bains said it had been decided that all government, aided and private schools would remain closed till July 16.

Jul 13, 2023 02:44 PM

Delhi flood situation: 12 NDRF teams deployed for rescue operations

• To address the rising water levels in the Yamuna river, twelve teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed in Delhi, according to officials on Thursday.

• Three teams have been stationed in central, east, and north-east Delhi, while two teams are positioned in the south-eastern part of the city and one in the Shahdara area, as stated by a spokesperson from the NDRF.

• The teams are actively assisting the local administration in evacuating affected residents and providing rescue operations for individuals facing hazardous situations, including the risk of drowning.

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In response to the current situation, several measures have been implemented:

All govt offices, except those providing essential services, will have work from home. Advisory is being issued for private offices too to work from home. Water rationing will have to be done as 3 water treatment plants are shut and people will face water crisis for a day or two. Heavy vehicles, except those providing essential services, that enter Delhi will not be allowed. There were issues of toilets and bathrooms at relief camps. So, the camps are being shifted to schools.

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal

Jul 13, 2023 01:46 PM

Indian Railways cancelled goods and passenger trains

- The Indian Railways reported significant disruptions to train services due to waterlogging on tracks.

- Between July 7 and July 15, over 600 mail/express trains and 500 passenger trains were affected.

- The waterlogging on tracks caused delays and cancellations, impacting the smooth operation of train services.

- The Railways authorities worked diligently to address the situation and restore normalcy as quickly as possible.

- The disruptions in train services were a result of the heavy rainfall and waterlogging across various regions.

- Passengers were advised to stay updated with train schedules and any announcements regarding delays or cancellations.

- The Railways assured their continuous efforts to mitigate the impact of waterlogging on train operations.

- This incident highlights the challenges faced by the Railways during the monsoon season and the need for proactive measures to ensure uninterrupted services.

Jul 13, 2023 01:39 PM

Jul 13, 2023 01:16 PM

Govt, private schools closed in waterlogged areas

1. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced the closure of government and private schools in waterlogged areas.

2. The decision was made due to extensive flooding and waterlogging in these areas.

3. CM Kejriwal shared the information through a tweet, stating that all schools in affected areas would be closed.

4. The Directorate of Education in Delhi also issued an order for immediate closure of government and private schools in areas at risk of flooding.

5. The closure was implemented without waiting for further instructions.

6. CM Kejriwal had earlier urged the people of Delhi to support each other and provide necessary assistance during the flood situation caused by the rising water levels of the Yamuna River.

Jul 13, 2023 01:12 PM

Entry of heavy goods vehicles from Singhu Border, Badarpur Border, Loni Border, and Chilla Border is banned by Delhi government. Interstate buses from Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, J&K, and Uttarakhand terminating at ISBT Kashmere Gate will now terminate at Singhu border.

Jul 13, 2023 12:44 PM

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Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal speaks on the flood situation

Jul 13, 2023 12:04 PM

Jul 13, 2023 12:01 PM

Tourists stranded in Kasol and Kheerganga insist on keeping vehicles

Thousands of tourists stranded in Kasol and Kheerganga areas refuse to leave without their vehicles. Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu assures them that they will receive a slip from the police and can retrieve their vehicles once the roads are accessible.

Jul 13, 2023 11:51 AM

Jul 13, 2023 11:36 AM

Delhi Traffic Police diverts traffic from Shahdara on GT Road to ISBT Kashmere Gate due to rising Yamuna river levels

Jul 13, 2023 11:35 AM

Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi CM, visits Wazirabad water treatment plant temporarily closed amid rising Yamuna river level

Jul 13, 2023 11:02 AM

Yamuna overflows, floods low-lying areas near Purana Qila in Delhi

Jul 13, 2023 11:01 AM

Chaos ensues as two additional breaches in Punjab's Sangrur district disrupt Ghaggar river flow

The Ghaggar river near Banarasi village in Sangrur district has experienced two more breaches, adding to the existing chaos. Out of the five breaches reported so far, the district administration has managed to plug one, while authorities, along with locals, NDRF, and Army personnel, are making efforts to seal the remaining four breaches.

Jul 13, 2023 10:42 AM

Heavy traffic congestion witnessed this morning, in the area around Delhi's Shastri Park

Jul 13, 2023 10:41 AM

Low-lying areas of Wazirabad face flooding as river Yamuna overflows and enters a few residential areas of Delhi.

Jul 13, 2023 10:41 AM

Humans cannot control the flow of the water. We are constantly in touch with Haryana to ensure that they release the least amount of water so that the situation doesn't get worse. We are evacuating people in waterlogged areas and transferring them to relief camps. Water has also entered several roads in Delhi as well. The PWD has closed such roads

Delhi minister Atishi

Jul 13, 2023 10:40 AM

Joint teams conduct rescue operation for stranded tourists in Chandra Taal, Lahaul-Spiti, Himachal Pradesh

Jul 13, 2023 10:28 AM

Improving road connectivity: Restoration efforts clear routes and reduce bus stranded in landslide-affected Areas

Out of our 3,700 total routes, approximately 1,200 routes are currently suspended, primarily in Kullu district. Additional affected areas include Mandi, upper Shimla, and tribal regions. Encouragingly, in the last 24 hours, we have cleared approximately 250 routes, and we anticipate around 200-250 routes to be operational today. Yesterday, 615 buses were stranded in landslide-prone regions, but today the number has decreased to 316. Overall, the situation has improved in the past 24 hours.

Rohan Chand Thakur, managing director, Himachal Pradesh Road & Transport Corporation

Jul 13, 2023 10:15 AM

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal advises people to avoid roads around the Yamuna river

1. The water level of the Yamuna river has reached a staggering 208.46 meters.

2. Due to the rising water level, roads near the river have been inundated.

3. CM Kejriwal urges people not to use these routes for their safety.

4. Evacuation measures are being implemented in affected areas.

5. Cooperation from residents is requested to facilitate the administration's rescue efforts.

6. Saving lives is the top priority in this emergency situation.

7. The CM appeals to all Delhi residents to support each other during this challenging time.

Jul 13, 2023 10:07 AM

Bridge-adjacent village in Punjab's Ferozepur faces road washout

Jul 13, 2023 09:42 AM

HRTC bus services disrupted as floods and rains impact over 1100 routes in Himachal Pradesh

The Himachal Pradesh Road and Transport Corporation (HRTC) has been severely affected by floods and heavy rainfall, causing disruption to more than 1100 bus routes across the state. As a result, over 300 buses have become stranded in various locations, exacerbating the challenges faced by transportation services in the region.

Jul 13, 2023 09:40 AM

The water level of Yamuna is increasing continuously: Delhi CM

"The water level of Yamuna is increasing continuously. Now the water has reached 208.46m. People are being evacuated from the populated areas that are flooded. The people living there are requested to cooperate with the administration. Saving lives of people is most important. There is an appeal to all the people of Delhi to cooperate with each other in every possible way in this emergency," tweets Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

Jul 13, 2023 09:32 AM

Rain causes severe damage to panchayat and nagar panchayat, central government offers support

The recent rainfall has had a significant impact on the Panchayat and Nagar Panchayat, necessitating immediate monitoring of the situation. The observed loss is extensive, making the recovery process extremely challenging. Numerous large houses have been destroyed, leaving many people homeless. The convergence of the Beas and Parvati rivers in this area has disrupted the natural river course, resulting in a substantial diversion. This diversion is primarily responsible for the majority of the damage witnessed. In light of these circumstances, the central government is providing full support to the affected state to aid in relief and recovery efforts.

LoP and former Himachal Pradesh CM Jairam Thakur

Jul 13, 2023 09:30 AM

Decreased Satluj river water level exposes higher proportion of polluted water flowing into fields and villages

In Jalandhar, the water level of the Satluj River has decreased, resulting in a greater influx of polluted blackish water into nearby fields and villages. This change can be observed distinctly as the water from the Satluj River and the Chitti Bein reveals visible disparities. These two water sources converge at the location near Mandhala village, highlighting the impact of the reduced water level on the composition of the flowing water.

Jul 13, 2023 09:20 AM

Yamuna river surpasses danger mark, flooding low-lying areas as water level reaches 208.46 meters

The water level in the Yamuna River within the national capital has continued to rise, surpassing the danger mark and reaching 208.46 meters on Thursday morning. Authorities reported that at 7 am on Thursday, the water level on the Old Railway Bridge registered the same height. As a result of this surge, low-lying areas in the vicinity, including the Nigam Bodh Ghat, have been flooded.

The escalating water levels of the Yamuna have significantly disrupted traffic on the GT Karnal Road, with the river breaching the warning mark. Additionally, the inundation of low-lying areas has impaired traffic movement on Mahatma Gandhi Marg between IP Flyover and Chandgi Ram Akhara, Mahatma Gandhi Marg between Kalighat Mandir and Delhi Secretariat, and Outer Ring Road between Wazirabad Bridge and Chandgi Ram Akhara. The situation poses challenges for commuters and necessitates caution in affected areas.

Jul 13, 2023 09:15 AM

Record high Yamuna river forces evacuation of 16,000 people from vulnerable zones

As the Yamuna River continues to surge, surpassing the danger mark over the past two days, it has now reached an all-time high level. The water level measured at 207.95 meters at 9 pm, surpassing the previous record of 207.49 meters set in 1978. This unprecedented rise in the river has resulted in the submergence of low-lying areas within the city, triggering concerns and necessitating the evacuation of approximately 16,000 individuals from risky areas.

The situation has raised alarm bells in the city as authorities work diligently to manage the consequences of the record-breaking water level.

Jul 13, 2023 09:13 AM

Successful joint rescue operation saves 28 stranded shepherds/trekkers in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) conducted a successful joint rescue operation, saving 28 shepherds/trekkers who were stranded in Kinnaur's Kara area in Himachal Pradesh. With rising water levels, 11 individuals found themselves trapped 15km away from Kafnu village.

On July 10, a team comprising NDRF, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), and Home Guard personnel commenced the rescue mission. Despite road blockages, the team persevered, eventually reaching the stranded group. They spent the night at a local school, ensuring the safe evacuation of all those in distress.

Jul 13, 2023 09:01 AM

Water level in Yamuna reaches 208.46 metres, low-lying nearby areas flooded

Jul 13, 2023 08:49 AM

Devastating floods claim 25 lives in a single day in northern India

A tragic toll of at least 25 casualties was recorded on Wednesday across rain-ravaged northern states including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. These fatalities further escalate the total death count to 116, caused by the incessant rain, landslides, and flash floods this monsoon season.

Uttar Pradesh witnessed the highest number of deaths, with 13 reported in the past 24 hours. An official confirmed that nine individuals drowned, while one fatality each resulted from lightning strikes, snakebites, and house collapses. In response to the ongoing crisis, the weather office issued a "yellow" alert for 58 districts, predicting heavy rainfall for Thursday.

Jul 13, 2023 08:46 AM

Massive flooding hits Jalandhar and Sultanpur Lodhi: 50 villages inundated as Sutlej river breaches banks

As a result of a breach in the Sutlej River, approximately 50 villages, comprising 36 in Jalandhar and 14 in Sultanpur Lodhi, are grappling with severe flooding. The incident occurred with a 100-foot breach in Phillaur on Monday night, followed by two additional breaches at Mandala Channa and Gatta Mundi Kasu villages. Consequently, vast areas of Gidderpindi, Shahkot, and Lohian in Jalandhar have been submerged under water.

Jul 13, 2023 08:45 AM

Uttarakhand: Badrinath national highway blocked due to landslide in Chamoli