Hyderabad Flood Risk: 37% Area Highly Vulnerable, Says Study
A TISS study reveals rapid urbanization & poor stormwater management have put 37% of Greater Hyderabad at high flood risk. Experts urge urgent infrastructure revival.
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26-Km Walk Inside Bengaluru's Stormwater Drains Revealed
A 26-km trek inside Bengaluru's stormwater drains exposes the city's hidden infrastructure and flooding risks. Discover the findings and what they mean for urban planning.
Kolkata Pushes for Emergency Canal Dredging to Avert Floods
Kolkata Municipal Corporation urges immediate dredging of key outfall canals after drone survey reveals heavy siltation. Action needed to prevent urban flooding during monsoons.
2026 Travel Trend: 5 Asian Destinations for Quietcations
Discover 5 serene Asian destinations perfect for the 2026 slow travel trend. From India's Mechuka to Japan's Noto, plan your quietcation for deeper connection and stillness.
San Francisco Bay Area Flooded, Boats Used on Streets
Severe flooding hits San Francisco Bay Area after relentless rains. Marin County residents resort to kayaks as King Tides and storms cause havoc. Read more.
Chennai's 9 School Playgrounds Get Underground Water Tanks
Greater Chennai Corporation installs 9 underground stormwater tanks in school playgrounds using German tech to tackle flooding and recharge groundwater. Read how this 'sponge city' project works.
Chennai family trapped in car during Perambur floods, rescued
A Chennai family had a miraculous escape after their car doors locked automatically during a breakdown in a flooded Perambur underpass. Read how locals and fire services staged a dramatic rescue.
Guwahati GMC's Rs 132 Cr Plan to Combat Urban Flooding
Guwahati Municipal Corporation announces a major drive to de-silt 549 drains by March, plans Rs 132 crore for infrastructure, and offers tax rebates for eco-friendly practices. Read more.
Mumbai's K-East Ward: High Revenue, Neglected Issues
Mumbai's K-East ward, contributing Rs 526 crore in property tax, grapples with severe civic issues like water cuts, traffic jams, and subway flooding. As BMC polls near, residents hope for change.
Eurostar Suspends All London Services After Flooding
Eurostar cancels all trains from London indefinitely after severe flooding disrupts tunnels. Thousands of passengers stranded. Check for updates and alternative travel.
Delhi's Rs 3.8 Crore Plan to Fix Monsoon Drainage
Delhi PWD launches four major drainage projects worth over Rs 3.8 crore to combat waterlogging in flood-prone areas like Savitri Cinema Road and Okhla. Read the full plan.
US Travel Nightmare: Snow, Ice, Floods Ground 1000+ Flights
A powerful winter storm wreaks havoc on US holiday travel, grounding over 1000 flights from NYC to California. Stay updated on the coast-to-coast travel nightmare.
Udupi Villagers Demand Flood-Preventing Desilting Work
Residents of seven villages in Brahmavar taluk threaten mass protest if the government fails to desilt a natural water stream within 15 days, fearing annual artificial floods.
California Storm Death Toll Rises, Christmas Power Outages
A powerful Pacific storm batters California, leaving at least two dead and thousands without power on Christmas. Read about the flooding, damage, and ongoing emergency response.
California Storm: State of Emergency, 3 Dead, Major Flooding
A powerful winter storm triggers a state of emergency in Southern California, causing 3 deaths, widespread flooding, and power outages. Governor Newsom deploys emergency teams.
Mangaluru MLA meets officials over monsoon flooding concerns
Mangaluru MLA Vedavyas Kamath convened a meeting to address severe flooding from stormwater drains. The discussion focused on causes, urgent works, and a permanent solution for areas like Attavar and Pandeshwar.
California Floods Trigger State of Emergency on Christmas
California faces life-threatening floods on Christmas Day as an atmospheric river brings torrential rain. Governor Newsom declares emergency. Read for latest updates.
Coimbatore streets flooded after major pipeline bursts
A major feeder pipeline burst in Coimbatore's Saravanampatti, flooding streets with drinking water. Officials aim to repair the damaged Pillur scheme II line by Friday evening. Read for details and impact on North zone supply.
California Flood Alert: High Risk of Excessive Rainfall
Southern California under Level 4 flood risk. LA could get 8 inches of rain, Sierra Nevada up to 15 feet of snow. Travel chaos expected. Stay safe.
Seattle warns of rats in toilets after heavy rainfall
Public health officials in Seattle warn that heavy rain and flooding can force rats into sewer systems, leading them to emerge through toilets. Here's what to do if it happens.
Vietnam's Beer Cheaper Than Bottled Water
Discover Vietnam's Bia Hoi culture where a fresh, local beer costs as low as Rs 20-35, making it cheaper than bottled water. Explore the factors behind this affordability and the unique social ritual it represents.
Haryana Minister Reviews Waterlogging Crisis in Ambala
Haryana's agriculture minister Shyam Singh Rana visited Paplotha village in Ambala to assess crop damage from Begna river flooding. He promised immediate action on desilting and relief for farmers.
Washington Levee Breach Forces Urgent Evacuations
A levee breach on the Green River near Seattle triggered an emergency 'Go Now' evacuation order for residents and businesses in Tukwila, Renton, and Kent. Authorities are responding to the flooding.
Road, Mining Debris Choke Kumaon Rivers, Trigger Flood Fears
Rivers in Uttarakhand's Kumaon belt are turning into dumping grounds, damaging farmland and fish stocks. Locals report inaction as debris from roads and old mines triggers floods.
100 Chellanam Homes Flooded After Sluice Bund Opened
Around 100 houses in Chellanam's Maruvakkad padashekaram flooded after fish farmers opened a sluice bund, releasing saltwater. Crops destroyed, residents allege authorities ignored warnings. Read the full report.
Major Winter Storm Hits US Midwest and West
A powerful winter storm system blankets the US, impacting over 18 million with heavy snow and flood risks. Stay updated on the latest forecasts and safety advisories.
Texas Flood 911 Tapes: Panic, 136 Dead in Guadalupe River
Chilling 911 recordings from Texas floods reveal frantic calls for help as water rose. At least 136 killed, including campers. Hear the desperate pleas.
Trichy Flood Map Reveals High Risk for 2 Lakh Residents
Trichy district's flood-vulnerability mapping identifies 373 sq km as high-risk, affecting 2 lakh people. Officials plan mock drills and annual updates for monsoon preparedness.
India Sends Field Hospital to Cyclone-Hit Sri Lanka
India dispatches a mobile field hospital and over 70 medical personnel to aid Sri Lanka's disaster response after severe cyclones caused widespread flooding and landslides. Read more on the crucial relief efforts.
Chennai Suburbs Flooded After 105cm Rain, Civic Neglect Exposed
Heavy rainfall of 105cm inundates Avadi and Tiruvallur suburbs, flooding 5000 homes. Ministers inspect areas as residents blame chronic civic neglect. Read the full report.
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