A devastating cloudburst in Jammu & Kashmir’s Kishtwar district has killed at least 45 people, including two CISF jawans, most of them pilgrims heading to the Machail Mata shrine. The disaster struck Chasoti, the last motorable point on the 9,500-ft-high yatra route, just as hundreds had gathered. Over 160 people were rescued, but rescue teams face torrential rains, debris, and no mobile connectivity. PM Modi expressed deep sorrow in his Independence Day speech, as officials brace for more rain and possible delays in rescue operations.
15 August,2025 07:07 PM IST
Flash floods triggered by torrential rains wreaked havoc in Uttarkashi’s Dharali, washing away homes, hotels, and markets in minutes. At least 4 people are confirmed dead, and over 60-70 are missing or trapped. NDRF, SDRF teams are on-site as PM Modi and top leaders assure support to CM Dhami.
06 August,2025 04:48 PM IST
A devastating explosion at the Sigachi Pharma Company in Medak, Telangana, killed 12 people and injured 35. The blast occurred during a drying process involving microcrystalline cellulose, a flammable compound. Rescue teams from NDRF and SDRF battled heavy rain to clear debris and recover bodies. Telangana officials have promised a full investigation.
01 July,2025 11:43 AM IST
A sudden flash flood near the Manuni stream in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district has left five dead and three missing, with rescue efforts underway. The incident occurred near a hydropower project site, where 15–20 workers were reported missing. Over 50 SDRF and NDRF personnel are engaged in intense search operations amid continued rainfall and rising water levels.
27 June,2025 03:42 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
