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Thursday, January 8, 2026
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Topic: NDMA

Death toll rises to 216 as torrential rains batter Pakistan

At least 13 more people, including 4 children and 3 women, died in the past 24 hours. NDMA says 800 homes destroyed since the rains began, with nearly 200 animals reportedly killed.

India’s armed forces and civilian agencies join hands for disaster management

MoU signed between CENJOWS and NDMA to strengthen research and collaboration.

Indian Navy activates disaster response as Cyclone Fengal threatens Tamil Nadu coast

Cyclone Fengal is forecast to intensify within the next 48 hours and is expected to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and possible flooding to coastal regions.

Kerala bars scientists from assessing landslide-hit Wayanad, sharing findings with media

Hours after order was issued, CMO directed it be withdrawn. Govt had said earlier that order was in line with NDMA protocols, and meant to prevent panic or spread of misinformation.

Modi govt’s new disaster management bill — disaster database, urban authority, convergence of roles

Bill aims to strengthen working of national & state disaster management authorities. Oppn says its legislative powers should be clearly defined & that they encroach upon powers of states.

Using ISRO satellites to map risks, draining glacial lakes – how Indian scientists plan to mitigate quake impact

Scientists also need to work on developing new models & identifying earthquake precursors, says a senior official at workshop held in New Delhi Wednesday.

On Camera

How artificial intelligence is reshaping terrorism and state security risks

Terrorist groups are increasingly using AI for propaganda, recruitment and attacks, forcing states to rethink security strategies.

2025 marked key point in India’s power sector: Clean energy surge pushed coal power into rare decline

Coal-based power generation fell 3% in 2025 while renewable capacity surged to 40% of India’s installed power mix, according to India Power Sector Review 2025 by CREA.

Bangladesh-Pakistan look to expand ties to defence procurement as Dhaka shows ‘interest’ in JF-17s

Pakistan military said it has assured Bangladesh of fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high level defence meet held Tuesday.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.