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Heavy Rainfall Causes Severe Waterlogging in Guwahati, Assam

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Heavy Rainfall Causes Severe Waterlogging in Guwahati, Assam

1. Heavy rainfall since June 16 inundates Guwahati, halting city activities.
2. Traffic jams intensify on Maniram Dewan Road due to waterlogging.
3. Commuters face prolonged delays as vehicles remain stranded in flooded areas.

Guwahati, June 20: Continuous rainfall since Sunday, June 16, has led to severe waterlogging across Guwahati, bringing the city to a standstill.

Major traffic jams have occurred, particularly on Maniram Dewan Road, a crucial link between Bamunimaidan and Chandmari, leaving vehicles stranded for extended periods and causing significant inconvenience for commuters.

The situation on Maniram Dewan Road is worsened by the ongoing construction of a 6km flyover connecting Dighalipukhuri with Bamunimaidan, which began in December last year.

The construction has already narrowed the road, causing frequent congestion even under normal circumstances.

Also Read: Heavy Rainfall Causes Landslides in Sikkim’s Dentam, Damaging Property and Killing Cattle

The recent waterlogging has exacerbated the issue, making the stretch almost impassable.

Beyond Maniram Dewan Road, the relentless rain has submerged several other areas, including Hatigaon, Rukmini Gaon on GS Road, Maligaon, Beltola, Rajgarh, Nabin Nagar, and Anil Nagar.

These low-lying regions have faced severe waterlogging for over a decade, and the current deluge has worsened the situation, disrupting daily life and vehicular movement.

Overflowing sewage water has entered many homes in the affected areas, damaging valuable possessions.

While floodwaters have receded in some localities, others remain submerged, continuing to impact the daily lives of residents.

Heavy Rainfall Causes Landslides in Sikkim’s Dentam, Damaging Property and Killing Cattle

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Heavy Rainfall Causes Landslides in Sikkim’s Dentam, Damaging Property and Killing Cattle

1. Heavy rainfall triggers landslides in Sikkim, heavily affecting Dentam in West Sikkim.
2. Significant property damage and loss of livestock were reported.
3. No human casualties have been reported so far.

Gangtok, June 20: Incessant heavy rainfall has triggered landslides across various parts of Sikkim, with Dentam in West Sikkim being particularly affected.

The landslides have caused significant property damage and the loss of livestock, though no human casualties have been reported.

The relentless rain has destabilized the terrain, leading to the destruction of several houses and the death of numerous cattle.

Local authorities are currently assessing the full extent of the damage and working to provide relief to affected residents.

Emergency response teams have been deployed to clear debris and restore access to blocked roads.

Also Read: Manipur Police Arrests 4 Insurgents, Seizes Cash and Two-Wheeler

Residents in vulnerable areas have been advised to remain vigilant and follow safety advisories issued by local authorities.

Efforts are underway to assist those impacted by the landslides, with the government and local agencies coordinating relief operations.

This includes providing temporary shelter, food, and medical aid to those displaced by the disaster.

Manipur Police Arrests 4 Insurgents, Seizes Cash and Two-Wheeler

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Manipur Police Arrests 4 Insurgents, Seizes Cash and Two-Wheeler

1. Singh was involved in extorting money from government offices and schools.
2. Police seized Rs. 1,15,000, a scooter, two mobile phones, a sling bag, and a wallet.
3. His arrest is expected to disrupt the extortion network within governmental institutions.

Imphal, June 20: Manipur Police and security forces have apprehended four active members of the illegal militant outfit Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) (Noyon) in two separate operations.

On June 19, Manipur Police arrested Kharibam Surchandra Singh, also known as Telheiba (53), in Imphal East District. Singh, an active KCP (Noyon) member, extorted money from various government offices and schools.

Also Read: Sikkim Landslides: 9 Dead, 1,200 Tourists Rescued; Schools Closed

The police seized Rs. 1,15,000, a two-wheeler scooter, two mobile phones, a sling bag, and a wallet from his possession. This arrest is expected to disrupt the extortion network operating within governmental institutions.

In a related operation on June 18, security forces arrested three more active KCP (Noyon) members in Kakching District.

The arrested individuals are Laikhuram Sanatomba Singh, also known as Mani (24), Heikrujam Dinesh Singh (21), and Tongbram Nganthoiba Singh (21).

These individuals were primarily involved in extortion activities targeting the general public. During the operation, the forces recovered three mobile phones, a four-wheeler vehicle, and two demand letters.

These arrests are part of ongoing efforts by Manipur’s law enforcement agencies to clamp down on the KCP (Noyon) faction, which has been involved in various criminal activities, including extortion, to finance its operations.

Further investigations are underway to trace more criminal outfit members and completely eradicate their operations.

Sikkim Landslides: 9 Dead, 1,200 Tourists Rescued; Schools Closed

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Sikkim Landslides: 9 Dead, 1,200 Tourists Rescued; Schools Closed

1. Sikkim’s ongoing rescue operations on Tuesday saw 1,225 tourists evacuated from Lachung and nearby areas.
2. Landslides and heavy rain last week caused fatalities and prompted urgent evacuation efforts.
3. Government efforts are focused on safely relocating remaining tourists pending favorable weather conditions.

Gangtok, June 19: Rescue operations in Sikkim continued into the second day on Tuesday, with the state government successfully evacuating 1,225 tourists from Lachung and nearby areas in Mangan district.

These regions were severely affected by landslides and heavy rainfall last week, leading to multiple fatalities, according to officials.

“We have evacuated 1,225 tourists from Lachung and surrounding areas, transporting them to Mangan town by road today,” stated Additional District Magistrate Vishnu Lama.

Earlier on Monday, 64 tourists were rescued and safely brought to Mangan, the district’s headquarters.

Here are the latest updates:

  • Remaining tourists, estimated to be several hundred, will be evacuated on Wednesday, contingent on favorable weather conditions.
  • Six helicopters are on standby at Bagdogra airport in West Bengal for the evacuation operation, as confirmed by Additional District Magistrate Vishnu Lama.

Indian Army soldiers from the Trishakti Corps, in collaboration with local authorities, conducted rescue operations for stranded tourists in North Sikkim on Wednesday.

Due to landslide-induced disruptions, tourists are being relocated using available roads or on foot where roads remain accessible. “Despite challenging weather and terrain, Indian Army signalers assisted BSNL and Airtel in restoring mobile connectivity on June 18, 2024,” according to an Army.

Since June 12, the Indian Army has installed over half a dozen telephone booths to facilitate communication for locals and tourists.

Also Read: IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall in Northeastern States; Heatwave Continues in UP and Delhi

District Magistrate Hem Kumar Chettri is overseeing the evacuation efforts personally. Superintendent of Police Sonam Detchu Bhutia, along with other senior civil and police officials, Border Roads Organisation (BRO), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), local panchayats, and volunteers, are actively involved in the rescue operations.

Concerns over student safety prompted the closure of all government schools in Mangan district on Tuesday, owing to property damage and blocked roads across various clusters. Chettri has ordered the closure of government schools in Manul, Singhik, Mangan, Mangshilla, Lingdong, Hee Gyathang, Passingdong, Lingzya, Tingvong, and Gor clusters until further notice.

Many roads have been washed out, forcing stranded tourists to navigate through three to four locations on foot before boarding vehicles to reach Mangan.

Since June 13, landslides in North and South Sikkim have claimed at least nine lives. The landslides caused extensive damage to homes, disrupted power and communication networks, and swept away roads and bridges along with the rising River Teesta.

Rescued individuals traveled from Mangan, a popular tourist destination, to Gangtok using vehicles provided by the Motor Vehicle Division of the Transport Department. They subsequently continued their onward journeys, according to the ADM.

IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall in Northeastern States; Heatwave Continues in UP and Delhi

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IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall in Northeastern States; Heatwave Continues in UP and Delhi

1. IMD’s latest bulletin confirms the monsoon advance into Navsari, Jalgaon, Amravati, Chandrapur, Bijapur, and other areas.
2. Rainfall prospects improve significantly as monsoon extends into these regions.
3. Hopeful outlook as Northern Limit of Monsoon reaches Sukma, Malkangiri, Vizianagaram, and Islampur.

Weather Update, June 19: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has updated its daily forecast bulletin, indicating the further advancement of the Northern Limit of Monsoon into Navsari, Jalgaon, Amravati, Chandrapur, Bijapur, Sukma, Malkangiri, Vizianagaram, and Islampur. This progression brings hope for much-needed rainfall across these regions.

IMD anticipates the Southwest Monsoon to extend deeper into Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and the Northwest Bay of Bengal in the coming days. This expansion is expected to provide relief from the prevailing summer heat in Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, and Jharkhand.

Across northeastern states like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, IMD forecasts widespread light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in isolated areas, particularly in Assam, Meghalaya, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal on June 19.

Also Read: PM to Visit Nalanda Ruins in Bihar, Unveil New University Campus Today

In the western regions, a cyclonic circulation over the Northeast Arabian Sea near Saurashtra and another over the westcentral Bay of Bengal near Coastal Andhra Pradesh will bring scattered to fairly widespread rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning to Gujarat, Konkan, Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, and Marathwada.

Southern states like Karnataka, Kerala, Mahe, and Lakshadweep are also expected to experience fairly widespread to widespread light to moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.

Isolated to scattered light to moderate showers are predicted for Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal.

A western disturbance along the mid-tropospheric westerlies north of latitude 30°N will trigger isolated to scattered light rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds over Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand from June 19 to 23.

Similar weather conditions are expected in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan on June 19 and 20, accompanied by strong surface winds across the plains of Northwest India over the next two days.

However, parts of Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh continue to endure heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring between 44-46°C.

Severe heatwave conditions are anticipated in many areas of Uttar Pradesh on June 19, gradually easing thereafter. Hot and humid weather is also expected in Odisha on June 19 and 20, and in Bihar on June 20.

PM to Visit Nalanda Ruins in Bihar, Unveil New University Campus Today

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PM to Visit Nalanda Ruins in Bihar, Unveil New University Campus Today

1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Nalanda University’s new campus in Rajgir, Bihar today.
2. PM Modi highlighted the university’s crucial role in addressing the educational needs of the youth.
3. This event signifies a significant step in rekindling India’s historical ties with its past.

Rajgir, June 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new campus of Nalanda University at Rajgir, Bihar today, marking a significant step in rekindling India’s historical ties with its past.

On Wednesday, before the inauguration, PM Modi emphasized that the university would play a crucial role in meeting the educational needs of the youth.

In a message shared on X, PM Modi stated, “It’s a very special day for our education sector. At around 10:30 AM today, the new campus of Nalanda University will be inaugurated at Rajgir. Nalanda has a strong connection with our glorious past.”

Also Read: Assam Floods: Over 1.60 Lakh Affected, Death Toll Reaches 26

Before the inauguration, he will visit the Ruins of Nalanda at around 9:45 AM, a site declared a United Nations Heritage site in 2016.

According to an official statement, PM Modi will inaugurate the new campus at approximately 10:30 AM and address the gathering afterwards. This visit marks Narendra Modi’s first official trip to the state since being sworn in for his third term as Prime Minister.

The inauguration ceremony will be attended by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Bihar Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and Nalanda University Chancellor Arvind Panagariya.

Additionally, foreign envoys from 17 countries will be present, including Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Laos, Mauritius, Myanmar, New Zealand, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam.

The new campus boasts two academic blocks, each with 40 classrooms and a total seating capacity of around 1,900. It includes two auditoriums with a seating capacity of 300 each and a student hostel accommodating around 550 people.

The campus also features several additional amenities such as an international center, a large auditorium that can seat up to 2,000 people, a faculty club, and a sports complex.

Assam Floods: Over 1.60 Lakh Affected, Death Toll Reaches 26

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Assam Floods: Over 1.60 Lakh Affected, Death Toll Reaches 26

1. Floods in Assam have affected 161,209 people and 470 villages in 15 districts.
2. Continuous rainfall in the past 24 hours worsened the situation.
3. A new fatality in Hailakandi raised the death toll to 26..

Guwahati, June 19: The flood situation in Assam has significantly worsened, affecting 161,209 individuals.

A recent fatality in Hailakandi district has increased the death toll to 26. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) reports that continuous rainfall over the past 24 hours has flooded 470 villages across 28 revenue circles in 15 districts.

The affected districts are Biswanath, Lakhimpur, Hojai, Bongaigaon, Nalbari, Tamulpur, Udalguri, Darrang, Dhemaji, Hailakandi, Karimganj, Goalpara, Nagaon, Chirang, and Kokrajhar. Karimganj is the most severely impacted, with 152,133 residents affected, followed by Nagaon with 5,247, Kokrajhar with 900, Biswanath with 818, and Nalbari with 676 affected individuals.

Also Read: Bus Carrying CRPF Personnel Torched by Mob in Manipur’s Kangpokpi

The Kopili River in Kamrup, Nagaon district, is flowing above the danger level, worsening the flood situation.

Around 5,114 people have taken shelter in 27 relief camps in Karimganj, and 17,935 non-camp residents are receiving aid at relief distribution centers in Hailakandi and Karimganj districts. Additionally, 93,895 animals are affected by the floods.

Infrastructure damage is extensive, with eight incidents of road damage in the Biswanath, Darrang, Lakhimpur, Tamulpur, and Udalguri districts. There have also been two embankment breaches in Lakhimpur and five instances of embankment damage in Biswanath.

Urban flooding is reported in Kamrup, Kamrup (Metro), and Kokrajhar districts, affecting 532 people in Kokrajhar.

In Kamrup, waterlogging occurred in parts of North Guwahati (Wards 4, 5, and 6) on June 18, 2024.

In Kamrup (Metro), areas such as Bamunimaidam, Chandmari, Anuradha, and Gandhi Basti in Guwahati experienced waterlogging due to heavy rain on June 18, 2024.

Dispur faced waterlogging in Sijubari, Hatigaon, Wireless, Greenland Path, Saneki Path, Rukminigaon Manasha Mandir Path, Kahilipara near SBI, Sagaon Patharquary Main Road, Anil Nagar, Nabin Nagar, Tarun Nagar, Byelane No-09 Rupkonwar Path, and Byelane No-03 Sahid Dilip Huzuri Path.

Azara saw waterlogging at Natun Basti and Daharapur Chowk due to the heavy downpour.

As the state grapples with rising waters, relief operations are intensifying to support those affected by the floods.

Bus Carrying CRPF Personnel Torched by Mob in Manipur’s Kangpokpi

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Bus Carrying CRPF Personnel Torched by Mob in Manipur’s Kangpokpi

1. A bus transporting CRPF personnel was allegedly set ablaze by a mob in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on June 17 at 8:30 pm.
2. The bus, belonging to the Meitei community, was stopped and set on fire at Kangpokpi Bazar while en route from DC Kangpokpi to Kangpokpi Police Station.
3. The incident occurred a day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced plans to initiate discussions with the Meitei and Kuki communities to address ongoing ethnic tensions in Manipur.

Imphal, June 19: A bus transporting CRPF personnel was allegedly set ablaze by a mob in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district around 8:30 pm on June 17.

The incident occurred just a day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced plans to initiate discussions with both the Meitei and Kuki communities to address ongoing ethnic tensions in Manipur.

Sources indicate that the bus, which belonged to the Meitei community and was hired to transport CRPF personnel, was traveling from DC Kangpokpi to Kangpokpi Police Station when it was stopped by the mob at Kangpokpi Bazar and set on fire.

Also Read: Security Forces Capture Three Insurgent Group Members in Manipur’s Tengnoupal

Upon receiving information about the incident, police officials rushed to the scene. However, the mob blocked the road, preventing the police from reaching the location in time to save the vehicle.

Later, police officials successfully dispersed the agitated mob without any reported injuries.

Security Forces Capture Three Insurgent Group Members in Manipur’s Tengnoupal

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Security Forces Capture Three Insurgent Group Members in Manipur’s Tengnoupal

1. Security forces in Manipur’s Tengnoupal District apprehended three valley-based insurgent group members on June 14.
2. The arrested suspects include Thiyam Lukhoi Luwang (21) and Keisham Premchand Singh (24) from the KYKL Group, and Inaobi Khundrakpam (20) from the KCP Noyon Group.
3. The operation near Shantong, close to Lamlong village, aimed to curb insurgent activities in the region.

Imphal, June 18: Security forces successfully apprehended three individuals affiliated with valley-based insurgent groups near Shantong, close to Lamlong village in Tengnoupal District of Manipur on June 14.

The arrested suspects are identified as Thiyam Lukhoi Luwang (21 years) from the KYKL Group, Keisham Premchand Singh (24 years) from the KYKL Group, and Inaobi Khundrakpam (20 years) from the KCP Noyon Group.

Officials from Assam and Manipur Police conducted a joint night meeting at Jiribam along the Assam-Manipur border to discuss the prevailing situation in the region.

Security measures, including intensified patrolling and area domination, have been implemented along the entire riverine stretch of the Barak and Jiri rivers.

Also Read: Curfew Imposed in Balasore, Odisha Following Group Clash

Search operations and area domination activities were carried out by security forces in the vulnerable areas of hill and valley districts.

Strict security protocols have been put in place to ensure the movement of vehicles carrying essential items along NH-37 and NH-2.

Enhanced security measures are also in effect at all vulnerable locations, with security convoys deployed in sensitive stretches to facilitate free and safe vehicle movement.

Curfew Imposed in Balasore, Odisha Following Group Clash

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Curfew Imposed in Balasore, Odisha Following Group Clash

1. Curfew imposed in Balasore after clash over animal sacrifice blood spillage during Bakrid.
2. Internet services were suspended in sensitive areas of the town due to the unrest.
3. Curfew in effect from midnight June 17 to midnight June 18 to restore calm.

Balasore, June 18: Curfew was imposed in Odisha’s Balasore following a clash between two groups over the spillage of animal sacrifice blood on a road during Bakrid on Monday. Internet services were also suspended in sensitive areas of the town.

The curfew will remain enforced from midnight on June 17 to midnight on June 18.

Tensions escalated when a group protested against the sacrificial blood on the road, which was part of the Bakri Eid rituals.

Another group reportedly pelted stones at the protesters, triggering the clash. Several people, including police personnel, sustained injuries, and around 20 vehicles were damaged in the violence.

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Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi spoke with Balasore Collector Ashish Thakare, urging swift measures to restore peace.

Additional Director General of Police (Law & Order) Sanjay Kumar arrived in Balasore, overseeing a police flag march in the town.

“Curfew has been imposed in the Balasore municipality area. All commercial establishments and shops have been directed to remain closed,” stated Balasore SP Sagarika Nath.

Police authorities instructed residents not to venture out of their homes unless for emergency medical reasons.

Police officials assured that adequate measures were in place to stabilize the situation and maintain order.

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