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The Independent
4 days ago
- Climate
- The Independent
Two dead and seven missing after cloudburst triggers landslide in Indian Himalayas
At least two labourers were confirmed killed and seven remained missing after a cloudburst triggered a landslide in northern India early on Sunday. The disaster struck near an under-construction hotel in the Silai area of Uttarkashi along the Yamunotri National Highway, a key route leading to one of Hinduism 's holiest pilgrimage sites in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand. A labour campsite housing 19 workers was swept away by a torrent of rainwater and debris, with 10 rescued thus far. Most of the victims, engaged in road construction, were believed to be from the neighbouring country of Nepal, PTI news agency reported. The two bodies were recovered around 18km downstream, from the banks of the Yamuna, local police officer Vikram Singh said. Uttarkashi magistrate Prashant Arya said a new landslide zone had formed near where the incident took place. 'There is an under-construction hotel near Silai. Adjacent to it, a new landslide zone has developed where no such incident had occurred before – it was considered a safe area,' he said. 'The rubble cascaded down near the hotel and hit the labourers' campsite.' Mr Arya said rescue operations were underway with teams from the National Disaster Response Force, the State Disaster Response Force, and the police working in difficult terrain. 'Yamunotri Marg has also been affected,' he noted, referring to the critical highway leading to the Yamunotri temple. The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Uttarakhand, forecasting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on Sunday and Monday. The state has experienced unrelenting rain since Saturday, causing rivers to swell and prompting fears of further landslides and flash floods. Connectivity to several areas of the state has been severely disrupted. A 10m stretch of the Yamunotri Highway has been washed away while key roads near Nandprayag and Bhaneropani have been blocked by landslides. In Rudraprayag, the Sonprayag–Munkatiya road, vital for access to the holy Kedarnath shrine, has been temporarily closed after fresh landslides. The Yamuna's water level has risen significantly, placing nearby settlements at risk. Amid the unfolding crisis, chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said he was in constant contact with district officials and had directed rescue and relief efforts. In response to the weather alert and hazardous conditions, Uttarakhand suspended the Char Dham Yatra for 24 hours. The pilgrimage, one of the holiest in the Hindu religion, involves visiting the four shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, and draws hundreds of thousands of devotees from across India and abroad each year. Vinay Shankar Pandey, commissioner of the Garhwal division, said that pilgrims were being stopped in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, Sonprayag, and Vikasnagar for their safety. "As a precautionary measure, I have given instructions to police and administration officials to stop the pilgrims,' he said, reported the New Indian Express. Authorities were also urging residents and pilgrims to avoid riverbanks and unstable slopes.
Hans India
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Maanvi Gagroo gives a very special gift to her father this Father's Day
Mumbai: Actress Maanvi Gagroo decided to think out of the box for this year's Father's Day gift. The 'Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan' actress dedicated 100 trees to her father. Sharing her unique idea with her InstaFam, Maanvi wrote on her Instagram handle, "This Father's Day, I dedicated 100 trees to my father, S. K. Gagroo, for raising us with the strength and grounding to weather any and all storms, while simultaneously instilling in us the power of giving back to the people, the country, and the community." "I've dedicated these trees through @growtrees_global for their project *Trees for EcoTourism(TM) Uttarkashi in Uttrakhand* as a tribute to everything he stands for," she added. Maanvi also posted a happy picture with her dad on her official Instagram handle. On the professional front, Maanvi last graced the screen as Dr Riya in the second season of the much-appreciated series 'Half Love Half Arranged.' Sharing her views on the show, she added, 'Coming back as Riya felt like picking up right where we left off, but this season challenges her (Riya) in a new way. I feel this season will resonate more with the audience as she faces decisions that might be difficult & painful but ultimately help us grow. I'm excited for the audience to see this slight coming of age side of her.' Co-starring Karan Wahi, and Rithvikk Dhanjani, the series revolves around a complex love triangle. Maanvi is known for her work in some acclaimed web series such as "TVF Pitchers", "TVF Tripling", "Made in Heaven", and "Four More Shots Please!". She has also tried her hands in the movies. Back in 2019, Maanvi was seen essaying the role of Apsara, a plus-size woman in the comedy movie "Ujda Chaman". She shared screen space with Sunny Singh in the movie. Maanvi was also a part of Ayushmann Khurrana's "Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan".
Al Bawaba
08-05-2025
- Al Bawaba
Chopper crash leaves several dead India's Uttarakhand
Published May 8th, 2025 - 12:22 GMT NEW DELHI Also Read Pakistan attacks India with missiles and drones At least six passengers were killed after a chopper crashed in the Uttarakhand state of India, state media reported. State-run Doordarshan News reported one more person was 'seriously' injured after the helicopter crashed near the Ganganani hot springs area in the state's Uttarkashi district. 'Administration and relief teams are present at the helicopter crash site,' it said. The state's chief minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, instructed the administration to provide all possible help to the injured and investigate the accident. 'I am constantly in touch with the officials in this regard and every situation is being monitored,' he wrote on X. Via � Copyright Andolu Ajansi
Times of Oman
08-05-2025
- General
- Times of Oman
India: 6 dead, says Garhwal Divisional Commissioner on Uttarakhand helicopter crash
Dehradun: Following the helicopter crash incident in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi, which claimed the lives of six people, Garhwal Divisional Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey on Thursday said that the mishap took place in Ganganani and the chopper was carrying seven people including one pilot on board. The official said relief work and rescue operations started immediately after the crash with local police and officials reaching spot immediately. The sole survivor in the crash has been airlifted for further treatment. "A helicopter crashed at Ganganani place. There were six passengers and a pilot onboard... Relief and rescue operations were started immediately... Local police, local magistrate and SDRF team reached the spot. One person has been rescued and airlifted... 6 people have died", the official told ANI. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed grief over the Uttarkashi helicopter crash. CM Dhami shared a post on his official 'X' handle and paid his condolences to the victims of the accident. Dhami stated that the SDRF and district administration teams had reached the accident spot. He asserted that the officials have been instructed to investigate the accident and provide all possible help. "Very sad news has been received about some casualties in a helicopter crash near Gangani in Uttarkashi. SDRF and district administration teams have immediately reached the spot for relief and rescue work. May God grant peace to the souls of those who died in the accident and give strength to the bereaved families to bear this immense sorrow. I have instructed the administration to provide all possible help to the injured and investigate the accident. I am constantly in touch with the officials in this regard and every situation is being monitored", Pushkar Singh Dhami's official 'X' post said.
