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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Breaking News Live Updates: Trump again touts global peace efforts during Armenia-Azerbaijan accord signing
09 Aug 2025 | 07:22:44 AM IST Breaking News Live Updates: US President Donald Trump on Friday used the signing of a peace accord between Armenia and Azerbaijan at the White House to highlight once again his role in brokering peace accords, recalling earlier interventions in conflicts around the world. Breaking News Live Updates: US President Donald Trump on Friday used the signing of a peace accord between Armenia and Azerbaijan at the White House to highlight once again his role in brokering peace accords, recalling earlier interventions in conflicts around the at the ceremony alongside the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan, Trump described his "highest aspiration" as bringing "peace and stability to the world.""Today's signing follows our success with India and Pakistan. They were going at it. They were going at it big. And they were great leaders that came together just prior to what would have been a tremendous conflict, as you know, a nuclear conflict probably," Trump said. Show more Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday said that the Congress party had appealed to the Election Commission to investigate the voter list fraud in the a delegation of Congress leaders, the DCM submitted a memorandum to the Election Commission regarding election fraud in various parts of the state, including the Mahadevapura Assembly to reporters after submitting the memorandum, Shivakumar said, "We held a protest under the leadership of Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi to protect voters' rights. In view of the court orders, we decided not to march to the Election Commission, and only a few leaders submitted the memorandum. Rahul Gandhi has provided all the information about the election fraud. We have submitted a memorandum to the Election Commission to review the voter list across the state." Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh | For the first time in the entire Indian Railways, Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Division ran 4.5 km long 'Rudrastra', a 354 wagon freight train made by joining 6 box rakes together, was run by 7 engines. 'Rudrastra' was successfully run from Ganjkhwaja station of DDU Division. This freight train was about 4.5 km long, which is the longest freight train of Indian Railways. It covered a distance of 200 km from Ganjkhwaja station to Garhwa Road station in 5 hours at an average speed of 40 km. Indian Air Force continued its Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operation on Friday in Uttarakhand after the devastating floods hit Dharali and X post by the Indian Air Force read, "Chinook, Mi-17 V5 and ALH helicopters of #IAF rescued 123 civilians, inducted NDRF teams, and delivered over 4 tons of critical supplies. A special telecom unit was airlifted, swiftly restoring vital communication links to the cut-off region. IAF assets remain ready for sustained operations." US President Donald Trump on Friday used the signing of a peace accord between Armenia and Azerbaijan at the White House to highlight once again his role in brokering peace accords, recalling earlier interventions in conflicts around the at the ceremony alongside the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan, Trump described his "highest aspiration" as bringing "peace and stability to the world.""Today's signing follows our success with India and Pakistan. They were going at it. They were going at it big. And they were great leaders that came together just prior to what would have been a tremendous conflict, as you know, a nuclear conflict probably," Trump said.
Malaysia Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- Malaysia Sun
Air Force continues HADR operation in Uttarakhand; 123 civilians rescued
Uttarakhand [India], August 9 (ANI): Indian Air Force continued its Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operation on Friday in Uttarakhand after the devastating floods hit Dharali and Harsili. The X post by the Indian Air Force read, 'Chinook, Mi-17 V5 and ALH helicopters of #IAF rescued 123 civilians, inducted NDRF teams, and delivered over 4 tons of critical supplies. A special telecom unit was airlifted, swiftly restoring vital communication links to the cut-off region. IAF assets remain ready for sustained operations.' Three days after the devastating floods hit Dharali and Harsil, a total of 566 people were evacuated by Friday noon from the affected areas, while personnel still carried out rescue operations for 300 people who were stranded. At least five people have been reported dead, and 50 are still missing. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has been actively involved in the rescue operations, utilising state-of-the-art equipment, including a victim locating camera and thermal imaging camera. Dog squads have been deployed alongside rescue personnel to search for stranded individuals. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has been closely monitoring the situation, coordinating with rescue agencies, and ensuring that the state's development agenda remains on track. He has also chaired a Cabinet meeting in the disaster-affected area, demonstrating his commitment to the region's development despite the crisis. As per a statement, the CM is also ensuring no hindrance in the development of the state. Camp offices have been set up to ensure the development works are sped up. A high-level review meeting was also held with the G ITBP, DG NDRF and DGP Uttarakhand Police. In this, the progress of the rescue operation, ground challenges and strengthening mutual coordination were discussed in detail. The CM sent instructions to ensure quick access to all affected areas, early rescue of stranded people and adequate deployment of relief teams in the inaccessible areas. Special emphasis was also laid on quick restoration of communication, electricity and road connectivity and uninterrupted supply of relief material. The Chief Minister gave clear instructions that there should be no delay in reaching assistance to any affected person, and the administrative machinery should work with full sensitivity. Additionally, the mobile network was also restored in the disaster-hit Harsil valley. The landslides have also disrupted the Char Dham Yatra. Nepal has initiated diplomatic efforts to search for 17 Nepalese workers who went missing in the floods. The Nepalese Prime Minister has condoled the incident and requested assistance from the Indian government. Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, while on his way back from Turkmenistan, took to social media platform Facebook and condoled the incident. 'I am deeply concerned by the tragic news of the huge loss of life and property due to floods in Uttarakhand, a neighbouring and friendly country in India. It has been reported that more than 17 Nepali citizens have also been affected by the floods. Immediate diplomatic discussions were held through the embassy for their rescue. I pay my respects to all those who lost their lives in the floods and landslides and wish the bereaved families the strength to bear the loss,' Oli wrote on Facebook. Amongst those missing 17 are from Jajrkot district, and four others from Bardiya district, local officials have confirmed. According to officials, their whereabouts have been unknown since Tuesday afternoon, following a devastating flood in the Dharali area of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. 'The missing locals have not been contacted since the flood, and their families are deeply worried. We also have requested the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to assist in search and rescue operations,' Hari Chandra Basnet, Chairperson at Kushe Rural Municipality in Jajarkot District told ANI over a phone call. Additionally, President of Uttarakhand Finance Service Officers Association, Jaipal Singh Tomar has informed that all Finance Service officers of the state would voluntarily donate one day's salary to the Chief Minister Relief Fund (CMRF). The decision reflects human sensitivity and social responsibility towards the disaster victims by the association. The situation remains critical, with the authorities working tirelessly to provide assistance to those affected by the disaster. The rescue and relief efforts are ongoing, with a focus on restoring communication, electricity, and road connectivity in the affected areas. (ANI)
News18
2 days ago
- General
- News18
Air Force continues HADR operation in Uttarakhand; 123 civilians rescued
Uttarakhand [India], August 9 (ANI): Indian Air Force continued its Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operation on Friday in Uttarakhand after the devastating floods hit Dharali and Harsili. The X post by the Indian Air Force read, 'Chinook, Mi-17 V5 and ALH helicopters of #IAF rescued 123 civilians, inducted NDRF teams, and delivered over 4 tons of critical supplies. A special telecom unit was airlifted, swiftly restoring vital communication links to the cut-off region. IAF assets remain ready for sustained operations." #Indian Air Force Continues #HADR ops in #Uttarakhand. Chinook, Mi-17 V5 and ALH helicopters of #IAF rescued 123 civilians, inducted NDRF teams, and delivered over 4 tons of critical supplies. A special telecom unit was airlifted, swiftly restoring vital communication links to… — Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) August 8, 2025 view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
2 days ago
- Climate
- News18
IAF Airlifts 123 From Flood-Hit Uttarakhand, Deploys Chinooks, Mi-17s For Relief Ops
Last Updated: Severe flash floods hit Uttarakhand's Harsil-Dharali valley. The Indian Air Force deployed helicopters, rescuing 123 civilians and delivering 4 tonnes of relief supplies. As severe flash floods ravaged Uttarakhand's Harsil‑Dharali valley, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has intensified its ongoing Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations in flood-affected regions of Uttarakhand, deploying multiple assets to aid stranded civilians and restore essential services. The mission involved deploying Chinook, Mi-17 V5 and ALH helicopters, resulting in the successful rescue of 123 civilians and the delivery of 4 tonnes of essential relief supplies. The coordinated airlift not only brought people to safety but also ensured the rapid deployment of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams to critical locations. In a crucial step to re-establish communication in isolated regions, a specialised telecom unit was airlifted and deployed, swiftly restoring vital connectivity to the affected zones. #Indian Air Force Continues #HADR ops in #Uttarakhand. Chinook, Mi-17 V5 and ALH helicopters of #IAF rescued 123 civilians, inducted NDRF teams, and delivered over 4 tons of critical supplies. A special telecom unit was airlifted, swiftly restoring vital communication links to… — Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) August 8, 2025 The IAF's swift and efficient response highlights the vital role of the armed forces in national disaster management, especially in challenging terrains like Uttarakhand, where road access remains severely disrupted. Uttarakhand has been witnessing heavy monsoon-triggered disruptions, especially in its higher-altitude regions, prompting large-scale evacuation and relief operations led by multiple agencies. Two cloudbursts on August 5 — one in Dharali and the other near Sukhi Top close to Dharali — triggered widespread devastation, with Dharali being the worst affected. A video of the tragedy showed massive destruction as the river came gushing down onto houses and hotels nearby. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Uttarakhand CM Dhami monitors flood relief in Uttarkashi
Photo/ANI UTTARKASHI: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday continued to monitor relief and rescue work in the flash flood-affected Dharali-Harsil valley for the second day, after a cloudburst struck Uttarkashi earlier this week. The Chief Minister directed officials to restore roads, communication, electricity, and food supply at the earliest. He said the government was working to safely evacuate all affected people and restore normal life as quickly as possible. Efforts to rescue stranded residents have been stepped up with aerial assistance. Helicopters are airlifting people from remote areas to the Matli helipad, from where arrangements have been made for their onwards journey. Meanwhile, in a coordinated response, the Indian Air Force (IAF) deployed multiple assets, including Chinook and Mi-17V5 helicopters, as well as C-295 and AN-32 transport aircraft. As of now, 226 civilians have been evacuated, 130 personnel from the National and State Disaster Response Forces (NDRF/SDRF) have been inducted, and nearly 20 tonnes of relief material have been airlifted to the affected region. The IAF confirmed that its resources remain on standby for sustained operations in the days ahead. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Coaches Swear by This for Youth Training know Better Plan Better Read Now Undo On Thursday, the Indian Army played a crucial role in restoring communication links. Its teams successfully established satellite and radio relay systems, enabling stranded civilians to reconnect with their families using satellite internet. A footbridge has been constructed on the Bhagirathi River between Dharali and Mukhawa village. CM Dhami announced he would donate one month's salary towards disaster relief. According to his office, the state government is conducting relief and rescue operations in the Dharali and Harsil areas on a "war footing". He appealed to public representatives, officials, voluntary organisations and citizens to "cooperate" in relief work "according to their capacity". Two days after the cloudburst, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) said 21 more civilians stranded at Gangotri were airlifted by helicopter from Nelong to Harsil on Thursday.
