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4 days ago
- Climate
- News18
Himachal Pradesh: Flash flood in Kinnaur sweeps away bridge, one injured
Kinnaur (Himachal Pradesh) [India], August 14 (ANI): A sudden flash flood hit Hojis Lungpa Nala in Kinnaur on Wednesday evening. The site was an active road construction zone under CPWD towards Gangthang flood was triggered by a cloudburst in the higher reaches of the Rishi Dogri Valley. The strong flow of water swept away a bridge across the Sutlej River and left one person injured, as per the Indian Army. The Indian Army stepped in to help, deployed its New Generation Equipment to assist in this operation, which included the Logistics Drone High Altitude (LDHA) system to ferry essential items, including eatables, coconut water across the floodwaters to help sustain the stranded individuals through the night. Army personnel also guided civilians to safer locations on higher ground and evacuated the injured person to the Regional Hospital in Reckong in Shimla, two cars were damaged near IGMC Hospital after a mudslide caused by heavy rainfall. Landslides have also been reported at several other locations in the city, adding to the disruption caused by the bad District Collector Torul S Ravish said two cloudbursts hit Kullu district, leading to a sudden rise in water levels and prompting swift evacuations in affected areas. Speaking to ANI on Wednesday, Torul S Ravish said, 'Today, cloudbursts occurred at two locations in Kullu. The first was near Bagi Bridge above Bhimdwari, where a sudden rise in water level was reported. The administration swiftly evacuated all downstream areas, preventing any loss of life. While the water level remains high, the final assessment of damage will take time." Ravish said timely action by the administration prevented any loss of life, as residents in Bhimdwari, Gushaini, and downstream areas were moved to safety amid a yellow alert for August 14 and 15.'The second incident took place near Pathar, causing a sharp increase in the water level of Tirthan Valley. Gushaini and downstream areas were immediately evacuated, with complete evacuation achieved in Gushaini. It is expected that downstream areas will also remain safe by the time the water reaches them. These incidents come as the district remains under a yellow alert on August 14 and 15. People are advised to take precautions, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay safe indoors," she added. (ANI)
Hans India
19-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
A father's fears, a son's fate and duty: Indian journalist in Iran survives bombing by seconds
Lucknow: Ameer Abbas Zaidi, a resident of Lucknow, is filled with emotions of gratitude as well as anxiety after learning that his son narrowly escaped a bombing in Iran — just seconds before the missile struck the building where he worked. Zaidi's son Ravish has been working with a news channel in Iran for the past 15 years. Based in one of the country's major cities, he has built his life there with his family. Tragically, his wife passed away on September 23 last year, after which Ravish had briefly returned to India before heading back to Iran. 'We tried contacting him, but couldn't get through,' Zaidi told IANS. 'Then a news channel reported that the building where he works was bombed. That's when we realised something terrible had happened.' The building attack coincided with the day of Ravish's mother's death anniversary, adding a deeper layer of emotional turmoil for the family. "As a father, my heart sank," said Zaidi. 'But later, Ravish told me that he had stepped out just seconds before the missile hit. He survived by pure luck. After the attack, he even went back inside to cover the news", he added. Zaidi said Ravish downplayed the dangers when they finally spoke. 'He told me, 'Humari kismat mein shahadat nahi thi, isliye bach gaye. Duty kar rahe hain (Martyrdom wasn't written in my fate, so I survived. I am doing my duty)." "Strangely, this attack happened on the same day when my wife died," said Zaidi. Despite the incident, Ravish has no plans to leave Iran. According to him, life in major Iranian cities continues normally. 'He said it doesn't feel like a war zone. People are calm, the country is beautiful, and Iranians are very hospitable,' Zaidi added. Airports in Iran remain closed amid rising regional tensions, limiting any possibilities of Ravish's immediate return. While the situation is volatile, Zaidi says he trusts his son's judgment but cannot help worrying. 'He's doing his duty. I'm proud of him — but as a father, I just want him safe.' With regional tensions showing no signs of easing, Zaidi's story is a poignant reminder of the human cost and personal bravery behind the headlines.
Hindustan Times
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Stuck in Tehran, Lucknow man misses final goodbye to mother
Ravish Zaidi, a Lucknow native working in Tehran, was unable to return home to bid a final farewell to his mother, who died on June 13. Currently stranded in Iran amid escalating hostilities with Israel, Zaidi narrowly escaped a missile strike at his workplace and remains on emergency duty, according to his family. 'He couldn't see our mother for the last time. That's what's hurting him the most,' Shahkar Zaidi, Ravish's younger brother, told Hindustan Times, speaking from the family's home in Tahseenganj, Lucknow. 'My mother died on June 13, and that very morning, we heard of missile attacks in Iran. We tried contacting Ravish, but all networks were down.' Ravish, who initially went to Iran as a student, later joined Iranian media. His office was inside the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) building, which was struck during an Israeli airstrike. Shahkar said Ravish survived because he had stepped out of the building just 20–25 seconds before the missile hit. Despite the personal tragedy, Ravish could not leave Tehran. 'He has been posted on emergency duty by the Iran government, so he is stuck there. He was very upset when we finally reached him after the networks resumed,' said Shahkar. 'Our mother had been unwell, but Ravish couldn't come even when she passed away. His wife had died last year too, it is been very tough for him.' The Zaidi family had no immediate way to inform Ravish of his mother's death due to an internet blackout following the strikes. Once communication was restored, the message was conveyed, but by then, the funeral rites had been completed. The family's concern deepened after visuals of the IRIB studio explosion surfaced online. Ravish's father, Meer Abbas Zaidi, who retired from the police force in 2008, recalled, 'We saw that video clip of a female anchor caught in the blast on live TV. We feared the worst. But then Ravish messaged, that's when we finally breathed a little.' According to Shahkar, the Indian Embassy is in touch with Ravish and other Indian nationals who are stuck in Iran due to the ongoing conflict.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Paved drain turns perilous road, traps Mahadevapura in monsoon chaos
Urban Development Department Mahadevapura residents are facing severe flooding due to the construction of a paved road over a stormwater drain that used to carry rainwater to a nearby lake. The road, originally built for the convenience of apartment dwellers, has now become a source of their troubles during the monsoon season.A key stormwater drain, stretching around 450 to 600 feet and connecting Balagere Main Road to Marathahalli Main Road, has been filled in and converted into a rough, unpaved road. This drain, located in a low-lying area, once played a crucial role in directing excess rainwater to a nearby lake. Its conversion has led to frequent waterlogging and severe flooding during heavy rains, particularly impacting the daily day, nearly two lakh vehicles use this stretch to travel between Balagere and Whitefield. With the onset of monsoon, the poorly planned transformation of the drain into a road poses serious risks to commuters, both motorists and a state-designated Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) road was proposed over three decades ago to connect Balagere to Toobarahalli and Kundalahalli Junction, the project remains stalled. In the past ten years, the area has seen a rapid boom in residential apartments. To address rising traffic, a temporary road was laid over the drain. However, it was never properly developed or 2019, two residents from Tubarahalli challenged the conversion in the High Court, naming theand BBMP as respondents. The matter was heard in 2020, but residents say the case outcome remains the road is riddled with deep potholes and thick dust, making it a nightmare for daily users. Commuters complain of backaches from constant jolts and worry about accidents due to the uneven a private-sector employee and local resident, voiced her frustration about the neglected condition of the road. Advocate Ravish emphasized that the piecemeal filling of the drain will be questioned in court, adding that the long-pending CDP road must be prioritised to prevent future continue to urge authorities for immediate intervention.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Earthquake mock drills conducted across Himachal Pradesh to check disaster management preparedness
Kullu: Sirens wailed and emergency teams mobilised across Himachal Pradesh on Friday as the state conducted a large-scale earthquake preparedness drill designed to test its disaster response systems and inter-agency coordination. Simulating a massive magnitude 8.0 earthquake with its epicentre in Kangra, the mock operation unfolded simultaneously in all 12 districts, affecting sites from remote mountain towns to busy city centres. In Kullu, the scenario imagined aftershocks causing destruction across seven locations. These included damage to a community health centre in Tegubehar, a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) near Manali's Aleu area, structural collapse at the Bhutnath Bridge and Tibetan Market, and dam damage in Sainj Valley. The district's deputy commissioner, Torul S Ravish, said the simulation helped assess the coordination and response time of government departments, and highlighted areas for improvement. "Mock drills allow us to identify gaps in disaster preparedness and fine-tune our coordination mechanisms. We are committed to addressing the shortcomings identified today," Ravish said. In Mandi, key sites including the Indira Market complex and Regional Hospital staged scenarios ranging from flash floods to landslides and fire incidents. The control room was activated under deputy commissioner Apoorva Devgan, with real-time supervision from police and civil officials. Emergency teams responded to simulated floods near Balichowki and canal damage in Sundernagar, while a mock fire broke out at Karsog Degree College. In Lahaul-Spiti, one of India's most remote districts, responders enacted a full rescue operation after a simulated building collapse and fire near Keylong police ground. Deputy commissioner Kiran Bhardwaj oversaw the exercise, which included ambulance evacuations, search and rescue, and triage of the injured. Parallel drills occurred in Udaipur, Kaza and Kukumseri, where scenarios included landslides and collapsed school and residential buildings. Bhardwaj said: "Our teams responded swiftly. The exercise demonstrated commendable coordination between police, paramilitary forces, medical staff and community volunteers." At Kaza's Govt Senior Secondary School, an earthquake-induced landslide simulation left 20 mock casualties, including eight seriously injured. Rescue teams, including the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), evacuated victims to a relief camp set up for treatment. Similar drills were carried out across other districts, including Shimla, Kangra, Chamba, Solan, Bilaspur, Una, Hamirpur, Sirmaur and Kinnaur, each simulating region-specific disaster scenarios. The statewide exercise, coordinated by the Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority, was aimed at stress-testing the government's readiness for seismic disasters in the quake-prone Himalayan region. Authorities said this kind of drills are crucial to saving lives when real disasters strike — by improving response times, clarifying agency roles, and building public awareness in vulnerable mountain communities. MSID:: 121676469 413 | Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
