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NDRF conducts statewide monsoon, disaster preparedness drills across Maharashtra

New Delhi, April 15: In a significant display of operational readiness and commitment to public safety, the 5th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) carried out a large-scale monsoon and disaster preparedness exercise across multiple locations in Maharashtra on Tuesday.

Mumbai water tanker operators call off strike after BMC invokes Disaster Management Act

Mumbai, April 14: A day after the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) invoked the Disaster Management Act, 2005, the Mumbai Water Tanker Association (MWTA) on Monday called off their four-day strike after a meeting with the city's civic body chief Bhushan Gagrani.

Municpal Corporation of Greater Mumbai invokes Disaster Management Act to resolve water tankers strike

Mumbai, April 14: Considering the ongoing strike by tanker drivers in Mumbai and in the interest of the general public, the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) administration invoked the Disaster Management Act, 2005, and decided to requisition wells, borewells, and private water supply tankers across the city.

UP CM Yogi directs to implement comprehensive heat wave action plan

Lucknow, April 13: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday directed all relevant departments to implement a comprehensive heat wave action plan before the summer season.

If Kerala Bank can waive off loans for Wayanad landslide victims, why not Centre & NDMA: HC asks

Kochi, April 10: A division bench of the Kerala High Court on Thursday came down heavily on the Union government and the National Disaster Management Authority and asked them why they cannot emulate what the Kerala Bank did to the victims of the Wayanad landslide by writing off their bank loans to the tune of Rs 5 crore.

Maha Cabinet approves establishment of disaster management institute

Mumbai, April 8: The Maharashtra Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Tuesday cleared the establishment of a State Institute of Disaster Management (SIDM) at Nagpur on the lines of the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM).

UP: Etawah DM outlines measures to mitigate impact of heatwave

Etawah, April 5: In an effort to mitigate the impact of the ongoing heatwave in the district, Etawah District Magistrate Avnish Rai outlined a series of measures including coordination with local municipalities, nagar panchayats, and the Disaster Management Department to ensure water supply, spraying of water, and filling reservoirs.

Meghalaya CM launches digital Disaster and Relief Monitoring System

Shillong, April 5: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Friday officially launched the Disaster and Relief Monitoring System (DRMS), a digital platform aimed at streamlining disaster reporting, relief processing, and fund disbursement in the state.

Meghalaya CM launches Disaster and Relief Monitoring digital system

Shillong, April 4: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Friday launched the Disaster and Relief Monitoring System (DRMS), a digital platform aimed at streamlining disaster reporting, relief processing, and fund disbursement in the state.

Himachal Pradesh: 120 years of Kangra Earthquake observed with awareness drills

Shimla, April 4: On Friday, marking 120 years since the catastrophic 1905 Kangra earthquake, the Government of Himachal Pradesh, along with the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), organized a series of disaster preparedness drills and awareness programmes across the state.

120 years since Kangra quake: A stark reminder of Himalayan vulnerability

Dharamsala, April 4: On this day in 1905, the Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh was devastated by a 7.8 magnitude earthquake, one of the deadliest in the 20th century, claiming over 20,000 lives and destroying 100,000 buildings. This was one of the first in the era of instrumental seismology.

Assam to launch its own satellite for better infrastructure, disaster management: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Jorhat, April 2: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced that the state will launch its own satellite, adding that scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have already visited for this purpose.

Myanmar to allocate $240 million for earthquake relief

Yangon, April 2: Myanmar's government will allocate 500 billion kyats (about $238.09 million) for earthquake relief and rehabilitation efforts, State Administration Council (SAC) Chairman Min Aung Hlaing has said.

Making all preparations so that our Yatra is historic: Uttarakhand CM discusses preparations for Char Dham Yatra

Dehradun, March 30: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday reviewed preparations for the upcoming Char Dham Yatra, stating that the dates for the opening of all the Dhams have been finalised.

'First responder' India ready to assist Myanmar in earthquake relief efforts

New Delhi, March 28: Continuing with its role of being a first responder in the region and extending emergency humanitarian assistance in the wake of natural disasters, India on Friday said that it remains in touch with the authorities in Myanmar to provide relief to the country which was rocked by a powerful earthquake, earlier in the day.

Centre releases national guidelines on medical oxygen management

New Delhi, March 27: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Thursday released the national guidelines on medical oxygen management.

Parliament today: Disaster management, immigration bills on agenda

New Delhi, March 27: The Parliament will on Thursday see the tabling of some key bills for consideration and passing.

Bil aim to increase transparency, accountability, efficiency and cooperation: Amit Shah on Disaster Management Bill

New Delhi, March 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday that the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, aim to increase transparency, accountability, efficiency and cooperation.

Modi govt managing disasters by adopting proactive approach instead of reactive one: Amit Shah

New Delhi, March 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is an attempt to take the fight against disasters from a reactive approach to a proactive one and also beyond to an innovative and participatory approach.

It will further increase capacity, intensity and accuracy in disaster response: Shah on Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill

New Delhi, March 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday that the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, will increase the capacity, intensity, efficiency and accuracy of the country in disaster response.

Parliament passes Disaster Management Amendment Bill, Amit Shah says opposition's concerns over centralization are misplaced

New Delhi, March 25: A bill that seeks to shift the approach to disaster management from reactive to proactive with renewed thrust on prevention, mitigation, and preparedness was passed by Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.

Disaster is directly linked to climate change: Amit Shah

New Delhi, March 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced the Disaster Management Amendment Bill in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday. During the discussion, the Home Minister emphasised that disasters are directly linked to climate change and stressed the need for proactive measures to mitigate its impact.

Disaster Management Bill will weaken federalism, alleges Congress; BJP hits back

New Delhi, March 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday introduced the Disaster Management Amendment Bill 2024 in the Rajya Sabha. The Bill sparked a heated debate, with Congress accusing the government of weakening federalism, while the BJP defended the amendments, highlighting the need for stronger disaster management.

CM Dhami calls for 'Game-Changer' policies to accelerate Uttarakhand's growth

Dehradun, March 22: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday directed all state departments to propose three to five transformative policies aimed at driving the state's economic and infrastructural growth.

Housing society residents in Gurugram asked to vacate 'unsafe' towers within 15 days

Gurugram, March 20: The Gurugram administration, on Thursday, directed the residents of three towers of the Chintels Paradiso condominium in Sector-109 to vacate them within 15 days or else the Disaster Management Act would be enforced, officials said.

Telangana tunnel tragedy: Search for missing persons enters 23rd day

Hyderabad, March 16: The operation to trace the remaining seven persons trapped under debris in the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana's Nagakurnool district entered the 23rd day on Sunday.

Delhi LG VK Saxena, CM Rekha Gupta chair DDMA meeting, assess risk assessment of city

New Delhi, March 12: Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena, along with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, on Wednesday chaired the meeting of the Delhi Disaster Management Authority to assess the hazard vulnerability and risk assessment of the national capital, among other things.

Robots deployed to aid SLBC tunnel rescue: Telangana Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy

Nagarkurnool, March 8: Telangana Minister for Irrigation and Civil Supplies Uttam Kumar Reddy announced on Saturday that robotic technology has been deployed to accelerate the ongoing rescue operations at the SLBC tunnel near Domalapenta in the Nagarkurnool district, where eight workers remain trapped.

Indonesia to launch second phase of weather modification to prevent flooding in Jakarta

Jakarta, March 5: Indonesia will conduct the second phase of a weather modification operation next week to mitigate severe flooding in Jakarta and its surrounding areas, the National Disaster Management and Mitigation Agency (BNPB) announced on Wednesday.

Two successive quakes hit Manipur districts, no casualties reported

Imphal, March 5: Two consecutive earthquakes, including one of 5.7 magnitude, jolted several Manipur districts and adjoining northeastern states, officials said.

Massive forest fire expands in Japan, putting more homes at risk

Iwate, March 5: A massive wildfire in northeastern Japan has expanded, with over 2,100 hectares burned since last week, putting more homes at risk, Kyodo News reported.

Rajnath Singh inaugurates DRDO-MHA conference on advanced technologies for internal security, disaster relief operations

New Delhi, March 4: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday inaugurated the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) - Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Collaboration Conference-Cum-Exhibition on 'Advanced Technologies for Internal Security and Disaster Relief Operations' at DRDO Bhawan in New Delhi.

Swift action prevented panic, ensured order after Maha Kumbh stampede: CM Yogi

Lucknow, March 3: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday praised his government's prompt actions following the tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on January 29.

Uttarakhand: 49 road construction workers rescued, search for remaining six intensifies

Chamoli, March 1: As many as six workers remain trapped a day after 49 out of 55 Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers were rescued from an avalanche in Mana in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district.

Leaving for Chamoli for on-site inspection: Uttarakhand CM Dhami reviews rescue operation

Dehradun, March 1: As the efforts continue to rescue 22 Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers trapped under an avalanche, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday gathered information about the ongoing relief and rescue operation and said that he will visit Chamoli for on-site inspection.

Chamoli Avalanche: Uttarakhand CM announces temporary control room in Joshimath

Dehradun, February 28: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday announced a temporary control room in Joshimath to ensure smoother monitoring of the ongoing rescue operations, owing to the aftermath of the avalanche that trapped 52 Border Roads Organisation (BRO) construction workers.

Himachal Pradesh: Kangra Airport conducts full emergency mock drill

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