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.
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.
Hours after order was issued, CMO directed it be withdrawn.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.
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.
Scientists also need to work on developing new models & identifying earthquake precursors, says a senior official at workshop held in New Delhi Wednesday.
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.
Pakistan military said it has assured Bangladesh of fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high level defence meet held Tuesday.
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.
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