Kanpur dispatches 32 volunteers for 12-day disaster management training under the Aapda Mitra scheme. They will become first responders, equipped with emergency kits. Read more about this community resilience initiative.
Sri Lanka Navy formally acknowledges the crucial HADR support from Indian and other foreign naval vessels during a recent severe weather disaster, highlighting regional cooperation.
Indonesia mourns 67 victims of Sumatra floods, cancelling national New Year fireworks. Heavy rains triggered landslides, displacing thousands. Read about the disaster response and national mourning.
India unveils detailed guidelines for two major shipbuilding schemes worth over ₹44,700 crore. The SBFAS and SbDS aim to revive domestic shipbuilding, create jobs, and boost global competitiveness. Read more.
The Central Government has sanctioned Rs 601.92 crore for Himachal Pradesh for monsoon damage recovery. Former CM Jai Ram Thakur shares details of the PDNA-based assistance. Read more.
Maharashtra's State Institute of Disaster Management (SIDM) proposal is under final govt review. The ₹184.94 crore Nagpur MIHAN campus aims to be a nodal hub for training and research. Read more.
Kerala govt mandates uniform disaster waste management for all districts. New protocol aims to prevent chaos like in Wayanad's July 2024 Meppadi disaster. Details on roles, timelines, and challenges.
India's flagship DITWAH development assistance program is now active in Sri Lanka's Northern Province, focusing on agriculture, fisheries, and infrastructure. This marks a significant expansion of India's neighborhood-first policy.
India extends humanitarian aid, distributing essential dry ration packets to over 80 families in Sri Lanka's Western Province affected by Cyclone Ditwah. Read about the relief efforts.
Lejit AI launches a mobile app to provide affordable, AI-powered legal assistance to common people in India. Discover how it simplifies legal processes and empowers citizens.
India provides immediate humanitarian assistance and restores a vital bridge in Sri Lanka's Eastern Province, showcasing strong bilateral ties in the wake of Cyclone Ditwah's devastation.
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
Bihar's DMD, UN, and UNICEF held a 2-day DiDRR workshop in Patna to integrate disability inclusion into all disaster management stages. Experts stress inclusive design for effective response.
The US hosts a Quad tabletop exercise in Honolulu, focusing on humanitarian aid and disaster response to strengthen Indo-Pacific capabilities. Read the full analysis.
Indian Army's 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' provides critical medical aid in Sri Lanka, treating over 1250 patients. A testament to India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and strong bilateral ties.
Sri Lanka issues fresh landslide warnings as Cyclone Ditwah's rains worsen the disaster. Over 618 dead, 2 million affected. Read about the regional crisis and relief efforts.
MP CM Mohan Yadav announces recruitment of 5000 Home Guard personnel, Rs 360 compassionate aid increase, and 488 security posts for Mahakal Lok ahead of Simhastha 2028. Read about the state's enhanced disaster response plan.
Four months after the Dharali flash flood, experts warn the 250,000-tonne 'cement-like' debris is a monumental cleanup challenge. Read about the risks and the community's struggle.
India launches Operation Sagar Bandhu, deploying NDRF teams and heavy machinery to restore critical road connectivity in cyclone-ravaged Sri Lanka. Read about this swift humanitarian mission.
On the 41st anniversary of the Bhopal gas disaster, the Sambhavna Trust Clinic launched a comprehensive digital archive. This free repository offers vital information for researchers and survivors worldwide. Explore the history and ongoing impact.
A journalist in Hong Kong during the deadly Tai Po fire reflects on the misplaced anxiety of distant friends and the city's neglected public housing crisis. Read why instant concern can be a distraction.
EAM S. Jaishankar confirms Sikh woman Harjit Kaur faced maltreatment in US detention but was not handcuffed. India raised the issue strongly with American authorities. Read the full details.
India dispatches a 100-bed mobile field hospital and over 70 medical personnel to Sri Lanka for cyclone relief. This swift humanitarian aid underscores strong bilateral ties.
Central govt allocates ₹582 crore from NDRF & ₹397 crore from SDRF to Himachal Pradesh for disaster preparedness & recovery. Details on past allocations & NDRF deployments inside.
Delhi CM launches NDMA's Disaster Ready Schools Campaign across 2,082 schools. Earthquake drills, hazard mapping & digital threat training to safeguard 16.5 lakh students in seismic zone IV. Read more.
India deploys integrated task force & para field hospital to Colombo via air & sea. Read how New Delhi is providing critical aid to its neighbour.
The death toll from devastating floods and landslides in West Sumatra, Indonesia, has climbed to 75. Rescue efforts continue as dozens remain missing. Read the latest updates.
The Indian Air Force executed a swift rescue, airlifting 57 stranded individuals, including 15 children, from cyclone-hit Sri Lanka. Read about the heroic mission.
Indian Air Force aircraft delivers emergency relief materials to Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah destruction. India continues neighbor support in crisis times with essential supplies.
India dispatches emergency medical team and 3 tons of aid to Sri Lanka following devastating cyclone. Strengthening regional cooperation during crisis. #SagarBandhu