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Khaleej Times
06-08-2025
- Climate
- Khaleej Times
Watch: 413 pilgrims in India rescued via zipline as flash floods continue
A flash flood washed away a large part of the trekking route in the Tangling area along the Kinnaur Kailash Yatra route, leaving hundreds of pilgrims stranded. The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) 17th Battalion rescued 413 pilgrims using a rope-based traverse crossing technique and evacuated them to safer locations, said an official. Responding to a requisition from DC Kinnaur, #ITBP has deployed a rescue team under AC/GD Sameer with mountaineering & RRC equipment after two makeshift bridges on the Kinner Kailash Yatra route were washed away due to incessant rains, leaving several yatris stranded. #Himveers — ITBP (@ITBP_official) August 6, 2025 After receiving a distress call this morning, ITBP and NDRF teams were mobilised to continue rescue operations. ITBP said it remains committed to supporting the district administration and other agencies in the relief efforts. Meanwhile, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a weather warning at 6.30 am today, forecasting light to moderate rainfall at most places in Himachal Pradesh, with a few spells of intense to very intense rainfall likely in the districts of Bilaspur, Solan, Shimla, Sirmaur, and Mandi. Heavy and continuous rainfall has disrupted normal life in Shimla, leading to the closure of most educational institutions in the district. Himachal Pradesh has reported a total of 194 deaths during the monsoon season from June 20 to August 5 this year, according to a report by the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA). The report, "Cumulative Statement Showing Damage During Monsoon Season-2025", details the significant human and property losses across the state. According to the SDMA report, a total of 108 deaths were directly related to rain-triggered incidents. The SDMA report said that there were six deaths due to landslides, nine deaths from flash floods, 17 deaths from cloudbursts, 20 deaths from drowning, one death due to fire, 11 deaths due to snake bites, seven deaths due to electrocution, and 37 deaths due to other causes. The total death toll also includes 86 fatalities from road accidents across the state during the same period. The highest number of road accident deaths was reported in Mandi (19) and Shimla (12). The report from the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) also notes significant damage to houses, with 194 fully damaged and 301 partially damaged.
India Gazette
21-06-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
International Yoga Day: Indo-Tibetan Border Police perform yoga at altitude of over 14000 ft
Leh (Ladakh) [India], June 21 (ANI): On the 11th International Day of Yoga, the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) performed yoga on the banks of Pangong Tso at Border Outposts (BOPs) Dhan Singh Thapa and Chartse, located at 14,100-14,200 feet. The visuals show the 24th Battalion of ITBP officials performing yoga at the banks of the lake, Pangong Tso. Earlier, on Friday, the 54th Battalion of ITBP performed yoga in a lead up to International Yoga Day. Sharing the visuals on X, ITBP wrote, '54 Bn #ITBP organised a yoga session as a prelude to International Yoga Day 2025. Himveers participated with zeal, reinforcing the spirit of wellness and discipline.' 4th Corps of ITBP, Dirang (Arunachal Pradesh) organised yoga sessions at an altitude above 12000 feet. Sharing on X, ITBP wrote, '4th Corps #ITBP, Dirang (Arunachal Pradesh) organised yoga sessions and cleanliness drives at the Corps Headquarters and forward posts at altitudes above 12000 feet.' ITBP held several yoga sessions last week as a prelude to the International Yoga Day. Meanwhile, the Indian Coast Guard officials united at Visakhapatnam to celebrate International Yoga Day, and the CG Ship Rani Abbakka practised yoga on Tamil Nadu's sacred shores. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Visakhapatnam on Friday evening, where he will lead the celebrations for the International Yoga Day. The theme for this year is 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' which echoes India's vision of global wellness and reflects the integrated vision of well-being. It emphasises the interconnectedness of human and planetary health, drawing from the Indian ethos of 'Sarve Santu Niramaya' (May all be free from disease). According to the Ministry of AYUSH, the Prime Minister will perform the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) with over 3 lakh participants at the Visakhapatnam venue, synchronised with over 10 lakh locations across the country under the 'Yoga Sangam' initiative. The mass demonstration will be held from 6:30 to 7:45 AM and is expected to attract unprecedented participation from all over the country. He will be joined by Union Minister of State (IC) Ayush, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav, and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu in a massive demonstration of India's global wellness vision. (ANI)
News18
10-06-2025
- Sport
- News18
How India's Little-known Women Ice Hockey Team Created History In Asia Cup
Last Updated: The Indian ice hockey team has won the bronze medal at the 2025 IIHF Women's Asia Cup. From the jagged mountains of Ladakh to securing their first-ever bronze medal at the 2025 IIHF Women's Asia Cup, the journey of the Indian Women's Ice Hockey Team is no less than an inspiration. The team took part in the tournament, held from May 31 to June 6 in Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates. After competing against five other nations in a total of five matches, the team won three and lost two, thus securing the third position on the podium. With this, as India has won its first-ever medal at the Women's Ice Hockey Asia Cup, congratulatory messages have been pouring in from across the country. The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) also paid a tribute to the players. 'They made us proud! Indian Women's Ice Hockey Team clinched Bronze at the Asia Cup 2025 in UAE! The 20-member squad included 10 #Himveers from #ITBP, 9 players from Leh, and 1 from HP. 6 international teams competed. #PrideOfIndia #IceHockey," the post read. They made us proud! 🇮🇳Indian Women's Ice Hockey Team clinched Bronze at the Asia Cup 2025 in UAE! 🏒🥉The 20-member squad included 10 #Himveers from #ITBP, 9 players from Leh, and 1 from HP. 6 international teams competed. #PrideOfIndia #IceHockey — ITBP (@ITBP_official) June 7, 2025 Samantha Ruth Prabhu reshared the story of the players, describing it as 'Badass." Amid the cheers and messages following the team's milestone, read along to know more about their story of resilience and determination. The journey began in the rugged terrains of Ladakh and Spiti Valley, where temperatures are known for dipping below freezing levels during winter. A group of young women decided to take up ice hockey, breaking societal barriers in a male-dominated sport. With no gear, no funding, no precedent, but just a dream, the women turned the frozen ponds into their battlegrounds. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Better India (@thebetterindia) In the early days, the women players were provided with just the training time on the rink, only after the male players, who even got first preferences for training, matches and even equipment. It was then that they started borrowing men's gear, which was both oversized and mismatched. Despite having met with remarks like 'Go home, be mothers" and 'Try dancing instead," the women laid down their own rink, and they didn't just stay but scored! They even formed the Ladakh Women's Ice Hockey Foundation (LWIFH), and over the next 10 years, the players have outgrown and touched new heights. From their international team competing overseas and representing India to the foundation training kids in remote villages, the women have truly pulled out all the stops to whack the patriarchy and stereotypes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Richen Spituk (@richenhockey_20) top videos View all The foundation has started receiving support from the government, with the team now achieving new milestones. Rinchen Dolma, India's first captain, came back to the rink five months after giving birth amid comments that 'they're old" or 'too bold." Dolma's response? She would bring her daughter to the rink to practice together. With that said, the historic achievement came nearly a decade after India made its international debut at the IIHF Women's Challenge Cup of Asia Division I in 2016. The bronze is just a start, a promise to do more for themselves and the next generation. About the Author Buzz Staff A team of writers at bring you stories on what's creating the buzz on the Internet while exploring science, cricket, tech, gender, Bollywood, and culture. News18's viral page features trending stories, videos, and memes, covering quirky incidents, social media buzz from india and around the world, Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Ice Hockey viral news Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: June 10, 2025, 13:12 IST News viral How India's Little-known Women Ice Hockey Team Created History In Asia Cup
