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Time of India
3 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Cloudbursts, flash floods in Himachal; 325 roads closed; very heavy rain warning in 3 districts
Several bridges were washed away in Shimla and Lahaul and Spiti districts, while over 300 roads, including two national highways, have been closed across Himachal Pradesh following fresh incidents of cloudbursts and flash floods in the hill state. A police post was swept away in fresh floods in Ganvi Ravine, while a bus stand and adjoining shops were damaged following heavy rain in Shimla district. Two bridges were washed away, cutting off Koot and Kyav panchayats in the district, officials said. Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 4 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 3 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals By Vaibhav Sisinity View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 2 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass Batch-1 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program However, no casualty has been reported so far. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wildlife Cameras Capture What No One Should See Ohi Blog Undo Two more bridges were washed away due to floods triggered by cloudbursts in Karpat, Changut and Udgos Nala of the Mayad valley of the tribal Lahaul and Spiti district. Danger looms large over Karpat village and people have shifted to safe places. Live Events Nearly ten bighas of agricultural land were completely damaged, and the district administration has been engaged in relief work, said Ranjit Lahauli, a resident. Cloudbursts also occurred in Shrikhand hill in Nirmand subdivision and Bathadh hill of Tirthan valley of Banjar subdivision in Kullu district on Wednesday evening. Another cloudburst occurred in Nanti of Shimla's Rampur area on Wednesday night. Due to the cloudburst in Shrikhand hill, the Kurpan ravine was flooded and the Bagipul market was immediately evacuated by the administration. Damage has been caused on the banks of the ravine. Some cottages on the bank of the Tirthan River have been damaged and some vehicles have also been washed away following a cloudburst. Deputy Commissioner, Kullu, Torul S Ravish said that the team of administration left for the spot and the damage is being assessed. She said that so far, no loss of life has been reported but some cottages have been damaged and vehicles washed away. A total of 325 roads, including two national highways, have been closed in Himachal Pradesh amid rains. The Aut-Sainj road, which is part of NH-305, and the road from Khab to Gramphoo (NH-505) were among the roads closed for vehicular traffic on Wednesday morning. Of these, 179 roads were in Mandi district and 71 in the adjoining Kullu district, according to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC). School students and office goers who travel by bus faced inconvenience and had to walk their way to respective destinations as a tree fell on the Circular (cart road) near Tolland on Wednesday early morning. Buses affiliated with schools and other government institutions, along with private buses, were delayed until the tree was removed from the road. However, small vehicles continued functioning. The local MeT office has issued an orange alert for likely heavy to very heavy rain at isolated places in the three districts of Chamba, Kangra, and Mandi on Thursday, and a yellow alert of heavy rain in isolated areas of four to six districts from Friday to Sunday. Baldwara received 31 mm of rain, followed by Kasauli 23 mm, Naini Devi 18.2 mm, Sarahan 15 mm, Baggi 14.6 mm, Karsog 13.2 mm, Bajaura 10.5 mm and Jot 10 mm. So far, since the onset of the monsoon on June 20, the state has incurred losses to the tune of Rs 2031 crore, officials said on Wednesday. As many as 126 people have died in rain-related incidents in the state this monsoon season, while 36 are missing. The state has witnessed 63 flash flood incidents, 31 cloudbursts and 57 major landslides so far.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
6 people dead after a truck crashed into a van carrying members of an Amish group in Michigan
A pickup truck went through a stop sign in rural Michigan and crashed into a van carrying members of an Amish community, killing at least six people, authorities said. The crash occurred Tuesday afternoon in Tuscola County's Gilford Township, 100 miles (161 kilometers) north of Detroit. Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 4 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 3 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals By Vaibhav Sisinity View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 2 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass Batch-1 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Thirteen people were in the two vehicles, including 10 in the van, the sheriff's office said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wildlife Cameras Capture What No One Should See Ohi Blog Undo "Multiple passengers were ejected from the van and the pickup," the sheriff's office said on Facebook. "At this time there are 6 confirmed fatalities and the condition of the additional patients is unknown." Members of a local Amish community were in the van, Undersheriff Robert Baxter said Wednesday. Live Events "They had a paid driver in the van," he told The Associated Press. "I'm not sure where they were headed or where they were coming from. They're county residents." Baxter said seven people were taken to a hospital. He had no update on their conditions. The Amish generally follow basic Christian beliefs while maintaining a degree of separation from common society. They typically rely on horse-drawn buggies for transportation and do not operate their own cars or trucks but will ride in vehicles driven by people who are not Amish. In a separate tragedy Tuesday in western Michigan, a 4-month-old girl died after a crash involving a pickup truck and an Amish buggy, state police said. There were four other children and two adults in the buggy. A 2-year-old boy was in critical condition, police said. "This tragic crash is a sobering reminder to drive with patience and caution in areas where horse-and-buggy travel is a way of life," police said. About 61% of North America's Amish population lives in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Indiana, according to Elizabethtown College, though Michigan also has a relatively large share.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Janhvi Kapoor's candid take on working in Malayalam films resurfaces ahead of 'Param Sundari'; Check what she said
In a past media interaction, Janhvi Kapoor was asked if she would follow in her mother Sridevi's footsteps and work in Malayalam cinema . She replied with humility, 'I've watched my mom's Malayalam films — she performed with such ease. I'm not sure if I'm ready to make such choices yet. She worked in almost every Indian language. All I'd like to say is, please never compare me to her.' From Memories to Param Sundari Fast forward to 2025 — Janhvi now steps into a role that celebrates her South Indian heritage in 'Param Sundari', her first on-screen collaboration with Sidharth Malhotra. The trailer, released on August 12, introduces Sidharth as Param, a Punjabi boy, and Janhvi as Sundari, a South Indian girl, in a love story that defies borders of geography, language, and culture. The film begins with light-hearted, filmi references in their playful interactions, but soon the tone shifts when Sundari accuses Param of toying with people's emotions. The emotional arc unfolds as Param struggles to prove his sincerity. Janhvi on Playing Sundari Talking about her character, Janhvi told India Today, 'Sundari is deeply personal to me. Her grace, quiet strength, and love for her roots resonate with my own South Indian heritage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wildlife Cameras Capture What No One Should See Ohi Blog Undo Shooting in Kerala, surrounded by such beauty, I felt an emotional connection to her world that I hope the audience will feel too.' Sidharth on Revisiting Old-School Romance Sidharth Malhotra added, 'With Param Sundari, I feel like I'm revisiting the kind of romance I grew up loving, but telling it in a way that feels fresh and relatable. Param has that Delhi boy charm, with a love story that makes you cross worlds. We wanted it to look as beautiful as it feels, and Kerala's magic really made that happen. I hope the audience feels the same warmth and joy we felt while making it.' Directed by Tushar Jalota, 'Param Sundari' also features Rajeev Khandelwal, Aakash Dahiya, and Manjot Singh in key roles. The film is set to release in theatres on August 29, 2025.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Gujarat manufacturing sectors brace for impact as 50% tariff threat looms
1 2 3 4 Ahmedabad: As global trade tensions intensify, the spectre of steep 50% tariff on Indian exports by the US has cast a long shadow over Gujarat's manufacturing sector. Contributing a substantial chunk to India's industrial output, Gujarat's manufacturers could face significant disruptions across multiple industries, from textiles and chemicals to gems, ceramics, and engineering goods. For Gujarat's exporters, the risk is not just about losing price competitiveness abroad but also about navigating uncertain supply chains and shifting buyer preferences. Textiles: Value chain from yarn to garment under strain Gujarat's textile belt, from Surat's man-made fabric hub to Ahmedabad's composite mills, stands among the most exposed to any steep tariff shock. The US is India's single-largest textile export market, taking $11 billion worth of shipments annually, about a quarter of India's total textile exports. Of this, Gujarat accounts for roughly 35%. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad | Gold Rates Today in Ahmedabad | Silver Rates Today in Ahmedabad "A 50% tariff will wipe out exports," warns Rahul Shah, co-chairman, GCCI textile committee. "Everything from yarn to fabric shipments to the US is on hold. Even direct exporters are struggling, and the impact will snowball across the ecosystem, from mills to raw material suppliers and job work units." "With textile companies in India operating on thin margins of 13–15% EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization), there is little room for absorbing such shocks. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wildlife Cameras Capture What No One Should See Ohi Blog Undo Earlier tariff hikes of 10% triggered some renegotiations between buyers and suppliers, but the current 25% and proposed jump to 50% leaves no scope for compromise. If large exporters lose or pause orders, the repercussions will ripple across the entire value chain, including players who never directly ship to the US," Shah adds. Bharat Chhajer, former chairman of Powerloom Development and Export Promotion Council (PDEXCIL), said, "There is no possibility to export to the US if the tariff is as high as 50%. We have seen huge cancellations of orders in the past few days across the country for the US. Now, we will have to find new markets for our textile and garment industry. Third-country manufacturing will be required if there is no change in the 50% tariff policy by the US. " Chemicals: Speciality exporters in the crosshairs Gujarat's chemical clusters supply a vast spectrum of products ranging from dyes and pigments to high-value speciality intermediates to industries worldwide. The US is India's single-largest market for chemical exports, and a steep tariff shock could deal a direct blow to the sector's competitiveness. "Most chemicals cannot absorb such a high tariff," says Ankit Shah, chairman of northern region, Chemexcil. "At 50%, there is no scope for negotiation. Orders are already on hold, and the cascading slowdown in textile exports will spill over to domestic manufacturers too." While commodity chemical players may still pivot to local demand, speciality chemical exporters face a far tougher road. Long product qualification cycles and high switching costs mean they cannot quickly replace lost business, and disrupted contracts could chip away at Gujarat's hard-won share in key markets like the US and Europe. Gems & jewellery: Diamond polishing edge at risk Surat's diamond cutting and polishing industry is a labour-oriented sector, which depends heavily on US demand. A 25% tariff already impacted the industry's orders, which are on hold. A 50% duty could see orders rapidly diverted to rival hubs in Bangkok, Hong Kong, China, Thailand, or Indonesia. "A majority of our exports are diamond-studded jewellery. If these markets become unviable, we will lose business to competitors abroad and need to urgently find new destinations for our exports. This will inevitably lead to job losses at home," says Haresh Acharya, director of India Bullion and Jewellers' Association (IBJA). The sector is already grappling with subdued US demand and volatile natural diamond prices after the introduction of lab-grown diamonds. A new tariff wall could further shrink export pipelines, derail plans for expansion and upgradation. Ceramics: Makers fear exports to US will stop Gujarat is the ceramic hub of India, with Morbi emerging as a global supplier over the years. However, the industry fears if the tariffs reach 50%, other countries will capture the US market. Kamlesh Patel, director of Indian Council of Ceramic Tiles and Sanitaryware (ICCTAS), said, "If tariffs reach 50%, our exports to the US will stop because other ceramic manufacturing countries like Spain and Italy have much lower tariffs compared to India. Currently, tariffs are 25%, and due to that, distributors and dealers in the US have passed on the cost to buyers, but it is not being accepted in the market. The number of orders has decreased. Ceramic and quartz exports to the US are around Rs 2,500-3,000 crore from India." Food: Industry stares at difficult situation Gujarat-based food industry is also worried about the tariff threats. Dhaval Raval, chairman of the Assocham food committee, said, "Some orders were cancelled following the 25% tariff. If it is increased to 50%, the situation will be worse. For Indian frozen food, there is little competition, but the prices for Indians living in the US will increase, affecting demand. There are significant order cancellations for spices players as well. " Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
08-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Amid escalation with US, PM Modi and Putin back India-Russia ties
As India's ties with the US are thrown off kilter because of President Donald Trump's unprecedented targeting of India for its trade with Russia, PM Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Friday, reaffirming their commitment to strengthen India-Russia relations. The conversation took place a day after Modi's show of Global South solidarity with another BRICS State, Brazil, as President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva called him to discuss ways to counter Trump's imposition of unilateral tariffs. Underlining India's 'consistent' and 'unwavering' support for resolution of the Russia-Ukraine conflict through political and diplomatic means, Modi told Putin he was looking forward to hosting him for the annual India-Russia summit later this year. Putin briefed Modi about developments related to the Russia-Ukraine war, including his talks this week with Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff. Ahead of his proposed meeting with Trump, Putin also briefed Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping Friday about Ukraine. While dates for Putin's India visit are still being worked out, the leaders are expected to meet later this month in Tianjin for the SCO summit. An official announcement by India is still awaited but China practically confirmed Modi's participation as its foreign ministry said Friday that 'China welcomes PM Modi to China for the SCO Tianjin summit' and that leaders of all member-states will attend the meetings. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Paul Gascoigne's Actual House Left Us With No Words - Take A Look Ohi Blog Undo Except the last SCO summit in Kazakhstan, Modi has participated in most such meetings of the Eurasian bloc in the past but his likely presence alongside Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, at a time India's ties with the US have gone into a tailspin, is unlikely to be overlooked in Washington. The summit begins August 31, days after Trump's additional 25 percent tariff on India will come into effect in case both sides are unable to reach a trade agreement. 'Had a very good and detailed conversation with my friend President Putin. I thanked him for sharing the latest developments on Ukraine. We also reviewed the progress in our bilateral agenda, and reaffirmed our commitment to further deepen the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. I look forward to hosting President Putin in India later this year,' Modi himself said in a post on X. NSA Ajit Doval, who called on Putin this week, had said in Moscow on Thursday that the date for the India-Russia annual summit had been almost finalised. Doval had said on Thursday that the date for Putin's visit, which has been on the cards since late last year, has been almost finalised. Trump imposed an additional 25 percent tariff on India for its energy imports from Russia, even though China continues to purchase more from Moscow. According to an Indian readout, Putin briefed Modi about the latest developments related to the war with Ukraine. 'While thanking President Putin for his detailed assessment, Prime Minister reiterated India's consistent position for peaceful resolution of the conflict,' said the Indian statement. Putin is likely to meet Trump soon as the latter works to broker a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. It's in India's interest that the war be stopped soon as that would render untenable Trump's secondary sanctions against India. Modi again invited Putin to India later this year for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. As of now, Putin's visit is likely to take place either in November or early December, according to government sources.
