INDIA
Heavy rains lashed the Chamoli district in Uttarakhand washing way 50 metres of the Badrinath National Highway (NH-7).
A glacier has slipped from the hill near the army helipad at Mana in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand on Thursday. Heavy rains also lashed the Chamoli district washing way 50 metres of the Badrinath National Highway (NH-7). A cargo truck in Lambagad has been hit by landslides. The administration has sent SDRF disaster management and police to the spot.
Meanwhile, at least one person died and four went missing after the cloud burst in Birnad area of Chakrata town in Dehradun district. The State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) has retrieved one body, while the search for missing persons is still underway.
"Body of one person retrieved, search for the missing persons underway in Birnad, following a cloudburst in the area", SDRF said.
The meteorological department has also issued a red alert for heavy rains in Uttarakhand for the next 24 hours. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday said "heavy to very heavy" rainfall is expected at isolated places of Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Dehradun, Tehri, Nainital, Rudraprayag and Pithoragarh districts of the state.
Gusty winds with speed of 30-40 kmph are also expected in isolated places in the plains of the state, the Met bulletin from Dehradun said.
The 24-hour long red alert advisory began from Wednesday night. Since yesterday, many parts of the state has seen continuing rainfall. The capital city Dehradun, along with Mussoorie, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Roorkee, and Kumaon division has experienced continuous rains.
Snowfall has also been reported in the higher regions of the state.
An increase in the water level of river Alaknanda was also reported on Wednesday before the rains started. Active remnants of the cyclone Tauktae have been attributed as the cause of the rains.
(With ANI inputs)
Setback for Anil Ambani's company, NCLT dismisses plea to block use of...
India, China reach agreement on patrolling arrangements along LAC ahead of BRICS Summit
Will MS Dhoni play in IPL 2025? CSK CEO gives major update, says...
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal sets up new company with an eye to expand in...
'Want to put culprits on no-fly list': Aviation Minister on amending safety rules amid hoax calls
When is Ahoi Ashtami in 2024? Check date, subh muhurat, significance of this sacred fast
Bullet train update: India's fastest train to launch soon, top speed to be...
Good news for Anil Ambani as shareholders approve Rs 6000 crore fundraising plan for…
Uber cab driver in Mysuru harasses customer’s grandparents, demands extra fee, company responds
Noel Tata takes BIG decision after Ratan Tata's death, Tata Group board members will now...
BIG UPDATE on Ratan Tata's will: These people entrusted with managing Rs 7900 crore assets
AP Dhillion spotted bowling in IND vs NZ 1st Test, but there's the twist...
Punjab farmers urge government for permanent solution to stubble burning amid strict penalties
Pro-Khalistan group linked to Delhi CRPF school blast? Here's what we know so far
This company CEO denies 2-day marriage leave to an employee, says 'with our policy, don’t…'
Delhi-NCR air quality worsens to 'very poor', likely to rise more
Delhi Metro vs Meerut Metro: Which is more popular and better? Check speed, features and more
Mukesh Ambani's superhit new Jio plan with unlimited 5G data, 30-day validity at just Rs...
Afghanistan denies permission to Vistara's Frankfurt-bound plane to use airspace after bomb threat
Meet Indian genius, IIT graduate, new CTO of Rs 16734000 crore company, he is Sundar Pichai's...
Mukesh Ambani donated THIS amount following his spiritual visit to...
Not Shah Rukh Khan, but this Khan was first choice for Raees; he rejected it because…
SSC CGL Result 2024: SSC to announce Tier 1 results soon at ssc.gov.in, latest updates here
Meet woman, BTech graduate who was college topper, cracked UPSC CSE in 1st attempt with AIR...
Watch: Mohammed Shami bowls at full tilt in nets after India's 8-wicket defeat in Bengaluru Test
iPhone 15 effectively available for under Rs 50,000 during Flipkart Big Diwali Sale, here’s how…
'I can’t believe': Video of snake swallowing large egg in one go leaves internet stunned, watch
Watch: AbRam wins internet with cutesy reaction to paps’ ‘Shah Rukh Khan sir ko salaam bolna’
J-K terror: Doctor, 5 labourers killed as terrorists open fire at construction site in Ganderbal
Bigg Boss 18: Viral Bhabhi Hema Sharma becomes first evicted contestant of Salman Khan-hosted show
New ITR e-filing portal 3.0 to be launched soon: Check features and other important details
Indian Railway Rules: You won't be able to carry these items during train journey due to...
New Zealand's Suzie Bates surpasses Mithali Raj for massive feat in women’s international cricket
Diwali 2024: Is Deepawali on October 31 or November 1? Know date, rituals, significance and more
Baba Siddique's son Zeeshan dares killers, says, 'they silenced my father, but they forget...'
Flipkart Big Diwali Sale: Massive discount on Moto G85, iPhone 15 Plus and more
CNG prices likely to surge by Rs 4-6, here's everything you need to know
This is world's most expensive condom that is 200 years old, it is made of...
PM Narendra Modi to virtually inaugurate Bagdogra airport terminal worth Rs 1550 crore
Meta AI on WhatsApp to soon serve as your personal assistant, know how it will work
Shocking: People in THIS country love eating crocodile meat, price of reptile's meat per kg is Rs...
Russia shoots down over 100 Ukrainian drones as missile strike on Ukraine injures 17
Delhi pollution hits ‘severe’ levels, AAP govt lists THIS reason as major factor
Elon Musk promises to award $1 million each day to anyone who signs his...
Loud blast in Delhi: Explosion reported outside CRPF school in Rohini, probe underway
‘No clean shave, no love’: Indore women's dating demands sparks discussion, watch viral video
Isha Ambani turns heads in stunning black and white outfit at Mumbai event, it costs...
Big move by Mukesh Ambani as Reliance Industries to revive Campa Cola, plans to disrupt...
'Mom, thank you...': Isha Ambani credits Nita Ambani for her success in touching speech
8th Pay Commission: Minimum salary to be doubled? Big announcement expected on...
Kichcha Sudeep’s mother Saroja Sanjeev passes away at 86 due to…
'The answer lies in the...': Gautam Adani gets candid on why he didn't complete his education