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Myanmar honours UAE SAR team in appreciation of its humanitarian efforts following earthquake
Naypyidaw, April 7: The Government of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar has honoured the UAE Search and Rescue (SAR) Team in recognition of their significant efforts for carrying out humanitarian and relief missions in the areas affected by the recent earthquake that struck Myanmar, resulting in major loss of life and property.
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.
Felt as if the bridge was collapsing: Delhi residents recall panic after earthquake tremors felt
New Delhi, February 17: Tremors of the earthquake that struck New Delhi in the early hours of Monday created a sense panic among locals.
High-Level Committee under Amit Shah approves Rs 3,027.86 crore for disaster mitigation for various states
New Delhi, January 29: A High-Level Committee (HLC), under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, has approved Rs 3,027.86 crore for disaster mitigation projects for various states.
NDRF has set global standards in disaster response, management: PM Modi
New Delhi, Jan 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the role of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on the occasion of its Raising Day, saying the specialised department has set global standards in responding to disasters and managing them.
NDRF comes to rescue from natural disaster, NDA comes to help from 'man-made disaster': Amit Shah
Vijayawada, January 19: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday, that the NDRF comes to the rescue in case of a natural disaster while the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) comes to the rescue when the disaster in "man-made".
1st Battalion of NDRF celebrates 20th Raising Day
Guwahati, January 19: The 1st Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) celebrated its 20th Raising Day on Sunday and commemorated two decades of dedicated service to the nation, as per a press release.
Set an exemplary standard of bravery Union Minister Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Varma participates in NDRF Raising Day
Vijayawada, January 19: Union Minister Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Varma participated in the 20th National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) Raising Day program and hailed the NDRF team for saving lives during the 2004 Vijayawada floods.
PM Modi, CM Naidu will speed up development...: Amit Shah attends inauguration of NIDM south campus
Vijayawada, January 19: Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the efforts of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in mitigating natural disasters across the country, and comparing it to the ability of the National Democratic Alliance to mitigate 'manmade disasters.'
Assam coal mine rescue: Coal India brings in 500 GPM pump to dewater mine
Dima Hasao, January 10: A joint rescue operation of the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, NDRF, SDRF teams and other agencies continued on Friday to rescue 8 people who have been trapped in a coal mine at 3 Kilo, Umrangso area here since January 6.
2nd battalion of NDRF gears up for Gangasagar Mela 2025, deploys five specialized search & rescue teams
New Delhi, January 9: To ensure the safety and well-being of pilgrims during the iconic Gangasagar Mela 2025, the 2nd battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed five specialized search and rescue teams, said a press statement from NDRF on Thrusday.
Sonar equipment aids ongoing rescue in Assam mine amid rising water
Dima Hasao, January 9: Inspector Roshan Kumar Singh, team Commander of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), confirmed that despite searching the vertical area and using heavy pumps to remove water, the water level has not decreased at the mining accident site. The operation, supported by Sonar equipment, is ongoing as water continues to flow into the mine, hindering progress.