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01 Mar

Flash Floods and Landslides Wreak Havoc in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaHeavy Rainfall, Himachal Pradesh, Kullu Flash Floods, Landslides

Kullu, March 1, 2025: Flash floods triggered by relentless torrential rain have caused chaos in the lower areas of Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. Several vehicles were either washed away or trapped in thick sludge, while landslides disrupted multiple locations across the region. Severe Weather and Road Closures The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has attributed the extreme weather to a Western Disturbance, predicting light snowfall in isolated areas of Lahaul-Spiti, Kinnaur, and the higher reaches of Kullu district. The situation has led to the closure of 583 roads, including five National Highways, according to the Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority…

01 Mar

Uttarakhand Avalanche: 14 More Rescued, 8 Still Trapped as Search Continues

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaChamoli, Uttarakhand Avalanche

Chamoli, Uttarakhand (National Times)– Search and rescue teams in Uttarakhand’s Mana village have successfully pulled 14 more Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers from the avalanche-hit site, but eight remain trapped, officials reported on Saturday. The avalanche struck early Friday morning, burying 55 workers under heavy snow near a BRO camp between Mana and Badrinath. By Friday night, 33 workers were rescued, and an additional 14 were saved on Saturday morning. Confusion Over Number of Trapped Workers Initially, officials believed 57 workers were buried, but Uttarakhand Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman later clarified that two were on leave, reducing the…

28 Feb

32 BRO Workers Rescued After Avalanche in Uttarakhand’s Mana, 25 Still Trapped

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAvalanche in Uttarakhand, BRO, Mana Avalanche, Workers Trapped

Chamoli, Uttarakhand, February 28, 2025: Thirty-two of the 57 Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers trapped under an avalanche in Mana village, Uttarakhand, have been rescued. However, as night falls and the weather worsens, concerns for the remaining 25 workers grow.The avalanche struck early on Friday morning, burying a BRO camp between Mana and Badrinath under heavy snow. Rescue teams battled through harsh terrain, freezing temperatures, and continuous snowfall to reach the stranded workers. Initially, 10 workers were pulled out, followed by 22 more. Rescue Efforts and Challenges Four of those rescued are in critical condition and have been taken to…

28 Feb

Heavy Rains Cause Destruction in Himachal’s Kullu, Vehicles Swept Away in Bhootnath Drain

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaHimachal Pradesh, Kullu

Kullu, Himachal Pradesh (National Times): Continuous heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district has led to widespread destruction, with several vehicles washed away in the Bhootnath drain and others buried under debris in Gandhi Nagar. A shocking video of the incident has surfaced, capturing the scale of devastation caused by the relentless downpour. With the situation worsening, schools in Kullu, Shimla, Chamba, Kinnaur, and Lahaul-Spiti have been shut down as a precautionary measure. The Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert, warning of further heavy rain and snowfall in the coming days. Road Closures and Disruptions Across the State The…

28 Feb

Heavy Snowfall in Manali: 200 Roads Blocked, Schools Shut, Power Disrupted Across Himachal Pradesh

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Manali: (National Times) Himachal Pradesh continues to reel under heavy snowfall and rainfall, leading to widespread disruptions in daily life. Over 200 roads have been closed, power and water supply has been affected, and several regions remain cut off due to extreme weather conditions. Major Disruptions Across Key Districts The worst-affected areas include Kullu, Lahaul and Spiti, Kinnaur, and Chamba, where continuous snowfall has disrupted connectivity. In Dodra-Kwar (Shimla district), roads leading to the valley remain inaccessible. Several schools in Lahaul and Spiti and Chamba have been closed today as a precautionary measure. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted…

27 Feb

PM Modi to Attend Jahan-e-Khusrau 2025 Sufi Music Festival in Delhi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAmir Khusrau, Jahan-e-Khusrau, PM Modi, Sufi music festival

New Delhi, February 27, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take part in the grand Sufi music festival, Jahan-e-Khusrau 2025, at Sunder Nursery in New Delhi. This marks the first time the Prime Minister will attend the prestigious event, highlighting his commitment to promoting India’s diverse artistic and cultural heritage, according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).The festival, organized by the Rumi Foundation, is a tribute to the legendary Amir Khusrau, a revered Sufi poet and musician. Launched in 2001 by filmmaker and artist Muzaffar Ali, Jahan-e-Khusrau has grown into a global celebration of Sufi music…

27 Feb

NHAI Terminates Ceigall India Limited’s Amritsar Connectivity Project Contract

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabAmritsar, Punjab News

Amritsar (National Times) – Ceigall India Limited has announced the termination of its contract with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for the construction of a four-lane Greenfield Amritsar connectivity project. The project, executed in partnership with Ms Krishna Constructions, was intended to link Amritsar with the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway. The termination was officially communicated by NHAI through letter No. NHAI/PIU/ASK/DAK/PKg-1/File-207962, dated February 25, 2025. The contract was ended under Clause 3.4 of the agreement, primarily due to insufficient land acquisition along the designated project stretch. Despite Ceigall India Limited’s request to revoke the termination, NHAI upheld its decision. However,…

26 Feb

Polluted Rivers Threaten Lives and Crops: Kumari Selja Blames Govt Negligence for Rising Diseases and Environmental Damage

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBJP, Haryana, INC, Kumari Selja, Polluted Rivers, Yamuna

Chandigarh, February 26, 2025: The General Secretary of the All India Congress Committee, former Union Minister, and Member of Parliament from Sirsa Kumari Selja said that due to the indifference of the BJP government in the state, the water of Yamunanagar is becoming polluted. About 113 factories in the state are dumping untreated chemical-laden dirty water into the Yamuna River. Waterborne diseases are spreading, crops are being destroyed, and livestock are dying. On the other hand, the polluted water of the Ghaggar River is becoming the leading cause of cancer, and thousands of people are affected. The government should take…

26 Feb

Centre Opposes Life Ban on Convicted Politicians, Says Decision Lies with Parliament

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaConvicted Politicians, Lifetime Ban, Supreme Court

February 26, 2025 – The Centre has firmly opposed a plea in the Supreme Court seeking a lifetime ban on convicted politicians, arguing that such a disqualification falls solely within the domain of Parliament. Judicial Review Cannot Override Legislative Policy In an affidavit filed before the apex court, the Centre asserted that directing Parliament to frame a law in a particular manner would amount to rewriting the statute, which is beyond the scope of judicial review. The affidavit stated, “The question of whether a lifetime ban is appropriate or not is solely within the domain of Parliament.” The government emphasized…

26 Feb

Terrorists Open Fire on Army Vehicle in J&K’s Rajouri, No Casualties Reported

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaArmy vehicle, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajouri attack

February 26, 2025 – Terrorists targeted an Army patrol vehicle in the Sunderbani area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a massive search operation. Attack on Army Patrol The attack occurred around 1 pm near Phall village along Sunderbani-Malla Road, a known infiltration route for militants. Officials stated that one or two rounds were fired at a vehicle belonging to the 9 JAK Rifles while it was on patrol.“At 1300 hours (1 pm), an army vehicle was fired upon at Village Phall near a water tank in the forest area,” sources confirmed. No injuries have been…