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NDTV
2 days ago
- Climate
- NDTV
Himachal Monsoon Death Count Rises To 132, 432 Roads Remain Blocked
Shimla: The death toll amid the relentless monsoon in Himachal Pradesh has risen to 132, with 74 deaths directly attributed to rain-related incidents and 58 caused by road accidents, according to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC), State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA). According to the report by SEOC, the rainfall has caused widespread disruption across the state, blocking 432 roads, disabling 534 power distribution transformers (DTRs), and affecting 197 water supply schemes. The SEOC report paints a grim picture of mounting infrastructural distress. District Mandi remained the worst-hit with 260 roads blocked, while Kullu reported the highest number of disrupted DTRs at 123. Water supply disruptions were spread across several regions, with Kullu (44) and Chamba (57) being among the most affected. National Highways have also taken a hit, with NH-02, NH-21, and NH-154 affected by landslides and road collapses. Authorities continue to be on high alert, and emergency services are deployed for rapid clearance and restoration operations in the worst-affected areas. Among the worst-hit districts are Mandi, which reported the highest number of rain-related deaths (16), followed by Kullu (8), and Kangra (16). Road conditions have deteriorated statewide, with major National Highways like NH-02, NH-21 (Mandi-Kullu road), and NH-154 (Mandi-Pathankot road) affected. Damage assessment reports also reveal massive economic losses, with total damages across public infrastructure and private property estimated at over ₹1,24,690 lakh (₹1,246.9 crore), including agriculture, horticulture, health, education, and housing sectors. Authorities are maintaining round-the-clock emergency response through the SEOC and are urging residents to avoid travel in vulnerable areas. Restoration work is ongoing amid difficult terrain and adverse weather conditions. Meanwhile, on Monday, two people lost their lives in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, after a boulder hit a house amid heavy rain. Ashwani, who is a Patwari, told ANI, "Due to the rain, a landslide occurred last night. As a result, a boulder fell on a house, and two people tragically died in the incident. Their bodies were recovered from the debris with the help of the police and taken to Chamba Hospital. The government also provided immediate relief to the victims. Currently, we are further assessing the danger in the area and preparing a report on the losses." The bodies of the victims were taken to the hospital. The danger is being assessed the and the report of loss is being prepared by the officials.
India.com
2 days ago
- Climate
- India.com
Weather Update: Himachal Pradesh On Alert, Heavy Rainfall Prediction For Telangana
Weather Update: The monsoon season is currently active across several parts of India, bringing widespread rainfall to both rural and urban areas. This seasonal downpour is vital for the country's agriculture sector, which relies heavily on monsoon rains for crop sowing and irrigation. However, incessant rainfall also disrupts daily life, often bringing even major metropolitan cities to a standstill. Cities such as Gurugram, Delhi, and Bengaluru have experienced severe waterlogging and traffic disruptions due to the persistent rain. Experts are closely monitoring monsoon patterns, especially as several districts across various states remain on high alert. The water level of the Ganga River in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi rose following heavy rainfall in the region. Other the other hand, a flood-like situation persisted in Rajouri after Dharhali and Saktoh rivers experienced rising water levels following incessant rainfall in the area, and Rajouri District Administration declared closure of all government and private schools in the district for July 22. Himachal On Alert According to the website of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), an 'orange alert' was issued for Sirmaur, Mandi, and Solan districts as very heavy rainfall is predicted. Meanwhile, a 'yellow alert' has been issued for heavy rain in Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, and Kullu. ANI reported on Monday that two people died in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, after a boulder hit a house amid heavy rain. Speaking to ANI, Ashwani, who is a Patwari, said, "Due to the rain, a landslide occurred last night. As a result, a boulder fell on a house, and two people tragically died in the incident. Their bodies were recovered from the debris with the help of the police and taken to Chamba Hospital. The government also provided immediate relief to the victims. Currently, we are further assessing the danger in the area and preparing a report on the losses." The bodies of the deceased were taken to the hospital. The danger is being assessed the and the report of loss is being prepared by the officials. Image: Himachal Pradesh IMD Prediction And Alert Telangana Rain Prediction The weather department has issued a heavy rainfall warning for some districts of Telangana, while others are likely to see "thunderstorm, lightning, squall, and more" for Tuesday. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has kept the entire state administration on alert in view of the heavy rains lashing the state. He directed all the district Collectors on Monday to be alert and take necessary precautions to ensure that people do not face problems due to floods and other rain-related incidents. He also asked all the other district authorities to be available around the clock during July and August. According to IANS, as rains are causing huge traffic jams in Greater Hyderabad, CM Reddy alerted all departments to work efficiently to solve traffic problems and take up rescue operations in the rain-hit habitations at a fast pace. At the same time, according to ANI, isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall was predicted over Kerala and Mahe, Coastal and South Interior Karnataka during July 19 to 25; Tamil Nadu during July 19 to 22. Image: Telangana IMD Prediction And Alert Gujarat Weather Update IANS on Monday reported that in 24 hours, five talukas in Gujarat have received up to 3.5 inches of rainfall, with significant showers recorded in parts of Junagadh and Vapi. The state has so far received 53.39 percent of its average seasonal rainfall this monsoon. Among the regions, Kutch has seen the highest rainfall at 63.35 per cent, followed by South Gujarat at 56.32 per cent, North Gujarat and Saurashtra at over 52 per cent, and Central-Eastern Gujarat at 50.06 per cent. To tackle any possible monsoon-related emergencies, the state government has deployed 12 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams and 20 State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams across several districts. An additional three NDRF teams and 13 SDRF teams have been kept in reserve.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Time of India
Man in jail plots RTI activist's murder in Ghaziabad, 4 he hired held
1 2 Ghaziabad: Three persons were arrested on Saturday and Sunday in connection with allegedly trying to kill RTI activist, Amit Kishore Jain. The fourth accused was already held earlier this week. According to police, the four accused are Ashwani alias Dilawar, Amit Yadav, Priyanshu Gautam alias Yash, and Priyanshu Teotia. On July 2, police nabbed Teotia and sent him to judicial custody. Based on the interrogation, it was revealed that Anurag Garg, an accused named in the FIR and already in police custody, allegedly hired them to murder Jain. The case stems from a June 17 complaint by Jain, a resident of Ramprastha Colony, who complained that unknown assailants fired at him with the intent to kill, leaving him injured on Link Road. A case was registered under BNS sections 61 (conspiracy), 109 (attempt to murder), and 232 (threatening false evidence). You Can Also Check: Noida AQI | Weather in Noida | Bank Holidays in Noida | Public Holidays in Noida Nimish Patil, DCP (trans-Hindon), said as part of their plan, the accused fired at Jain with the intent to kill on June 17 but he escaped narrowly. During the recovery of the crime's motorcycle and mobile, two suspects, Ashwani and Yadav, were injured and arrested in an encounter late Saturday night. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gold Is Surging in 2025 — Smart Traders Are Already In IC Markets Learn More Undo by Taboola by Taboola Police seized a pistol, empty and live cartridges, and a mobile linked to the crime from them. On Sunday, acting on a tip, police arrested another accused, Gautam, from Lal Kuan. It was revealed that Garg (currently jailed) had property dealings along GT Road (Lal Kuan to Dadri) between 2013-2016, where he met Yadav, who worked in plot filling. In 2017, Garg was imprisoned in Noida for running a fake company. After release, he kept in touch with Yadav, claiming Jain had seized his property and allegedly offered Rs 5 lakh to kill him. Yadav agreed, roping in Gautam, who then brought in Teotia and his cousin Ashwani to plot the murder. On April 15, 2025, the four accused met with Garg in jail, where he gave them a black Lava mobile phone containing multiple photographs of Jain, including images of his residence, his vehicles (a scooter and motorcycle), and his contact details. He also paid them an advance amount of Rs 50,000 with the promise of the remaining Rs 4.5 lakh upon completion of the job. Following this transaction, the accused conducted a thorough study of Jain's residence, carefully studying the layout and surroundings of the property in preparation for the planned attack. After confirming the location's viability, the accused decided to execute the murder on June 16, 2025. Ashwani and Teotia were equipped with firearms and ammunition, with Ashwani retaining the Lava mobile. Following the plan, Yadav and Gautam dropped Ashwani and Teotia on an Apache motorcycle at Ramprastha Colony. After shooting Jain outside his home, the duo disposed of the weapon during their escape and subsequently hid the gun, motorcycle, and mobile phone at different locations before reporting the completed task.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Time of India
Police arrest vehicle thief after gunfire exchange
Kanpur: Police arrested a vehicle thief following an exchange of gunfire late on Saturday night. The offender sustained gunshot wounds during the confrontation and was subsequently hospitalised by the police while his two accomplices escaped in the darkness. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Police teams were conducting regular checks late on Saturday night due to rising incidents of four-wheeler thefts across Govind Nagar, Barra, and Gujaini areas in the South Zone. During inspection, the police officers attempted to halt a suspicious numberless Mahindra pickup truck, but its occupants tried to escape. Upon police pursuit, the suspects opened fire, resulting in one criminal receiving a leg injury in the counter-firing, while two others fled in the darkness. The wounded criminal, identified as Shivam, son of Ashwani from Phaphund Auraiya, disclosed during questioning that he and his aides Bobby and Suhail were involved in vehicle theft operations. Their gang, based in Faridabad, specifically targeted older model vehicles. They recently stole two vehicles from Kanpur and sold them to a scrap dealer. DCP Deependra Nath Chaudhary said, "Their latest attempted theft was thwarted by vigilant policing. The authorities will implement stringent legal measures, including the Gangster Act, against the gang." The operation was conducted by police teams under ADCP South and ACP's supervision.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
PGI Chandigarh faces severe shortage of hospital attendants, nursing staff
1 2 Chandigarh: The PGI is facing a severe shortage of hospital attendants, with a staggering 62% of sanctioned posts lying vacant. This critical shortfall is forcing patients' relatives to step in and provide essential care, leading to increased overcrowding and significantly compromising patient services, an RTI (Right to Information) query filed by a local resident, Ashwani Munjal, revealed. Out of a total sanctioned strength of 519 hospital attendants across all grades, a massive 62% of these crucial positions remain unfilled. The impact is palpable, leaving admitted patients largely dependent on their family members, who are compelled to stay back at the hospital to tend to their loved ones. "This unfortunate situation not only adds to the already strained hospital crowd but also places an undue burden on the relatives themselves," said a patient's relative. The crisis extends beyond attendants. The RTI further highlights a significant deficit in nursing staff, with 186 posts of senior nursing positions currently vacant. The situation is particularly dire for deputy nursing superintendents: out of 15 sanctioned posts, 6 were vacant until 2023, and an additional 9 became vacant this year, exacerbating the staffing crunch. "The information from deputy director administration and superintending hospital engineer on the subject under RTI application dated April 6, 2024, is still pending or rejected on frivolous grounds," said Ashwani. He said, "The shortage of non-faculty posts in the PGI is badly affecting patient care services and further causing a burden on the existing staff," said Ashwani Munjal, the activist who unearthed these figures. The grant of leaves, including Maternity, Child Care, and Earned Leave, becomes an issue, even causing litigations in the absence of Leave Vacancy Quota." This understaffing means that patients, already vulnerable, are left to bear the brunt of the administrative inefficiency, often having to "do the running around" for their admitted relatives. "I hardly see an attendant who can come and help us with the wheelchair or even for a bedpan. We have been doing this solely by ourselves as we cannot afford to keep a private attendant," said another patient's relative. MSID:: 121889450 413 |
