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US announces $30 million in support for Pakistan to deal with floods

The US on Tuesday announced USD 30 million to help cash-starved Pakistan and people affected following severe rains and flooding in the country. The devastating floods caused by record monsoon rains have displaced more than 33 million or one-seventh of the country's population. The US embassy in Islamabad said in a statement that Pakistan's government has declared the floods a national emergency, with 66 districts reported to be calamity hit. The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), today announced an additional USD 30 million in life-saving humanitarian assistance to support people and communities affected by severe flooding in Pakistan, the embassy said. It further said that the US is deeply saddened by the devastating loss of life, livelihoods, and homes throughout Pakistan and in response to the Pakistani government's request for assistance, it will prioritise urgently needed food support, safe water, sanitation and hygiene improvements,

'Pak facing monsoon on steroids': UN issues appeal amid devastating floods

The United Nations issued a flash appeal on Tuesday for USD 160 million to help Pakistan deal with devastating floods that have killed over 1,000 people and affected millions of lives

Karnataka govt estimates rain-related losses in state at Rs 7,647 crore

The Karnataka government has estimated rain-related losses since June to the tune of Rs 7,647.13 crore, and will be sending a proposal to the Centre seeking a relief of Rs 1,012.5 crore as per National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) norms. It will also ask the Union government to depute an Inter-Ministerial Central Team to assess damages caused by rains, floods and landslides in the State, Revenue Minister R Ashoka said on Tuesday. "A total of 23,794 houses have been damaged and crop loss is to the tune of 5.8 lakh hectares since June, so far. So we will be requesting for a central relief of Rs 1,012.5 crore as per NDRF norms. This does not include the losses due to rains in the last few days," Ashoka said. Detailing the compensation being provided by the State to those affected by rains, he said, the government is with the affected people and will provide all possible assistance in rebuilding their lives. "We will get central relief, but the Chief Minister has given instructions

Death toll from Pakistan floods climbs to 1,136, over 33 mn people affected

The death toll from floods has crossed 1,100 in Pakistan and over 33 million -- one in every seven Pakistanis -- have been affected

Death toll from Pakistan floods near 1,100 as international aid trickles in

The death toll from the devastating floods in Pakistan neared 1,100 Monday, as international aid began to trickle in following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led cash-strapped government's desperate appeal for aid to deal with the crisis that has displaced 33 million or one-seventh of the country's population. Pakistan's Climate Change Minister Sherry Rehman called it the "monster monsoon of the decade," while Finance Minister Miftah Ismail said the floods have impacted Pakistan's economy by USD 10 billion. At least 1,061 are dead and 1,575 injured, according to the latest data issued on Monday by the National Disaster Management Authority, the chief national organisation tasked to deal with natural calamities. It said that about 992,871 houses were totally or partially damaged, leaving millions without access to food, clean drinking water and shelter. Around 7,19,558 livestock are also dead, as millions of acres of fertile farmlands have been inundated by weeks of constant ...

Pakistan flood damage estimated to be at least $10 bn: Planning minister

Unprecedented flash floods caused by historic monsoon rains have washed away roads, crops, infrastructure and bridges, killing at least 1,000 people in recent weeks and affecting more than 33 mn

Saddened to see devastation caused by floods in Pakistan: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said he was saddened to see the devastation caused by the floods in Pakistan and hoped for an early restoration of normalcy. The death toll from the devastating floods in Pakistan neared 1,100 Monday. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led cash-strapped government has made a desperate appeal for aid to deal with the crisis that has displaced 33 million or one-seventh of the country's population. "Saddened to see the devastation caused by the floods in Pakistan. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the injured and all those affected by this natural calamity and hope for an early restoration of normalcy," Modi said in a tweet. At least 1,061 are dead and 1,575 injured, according to the latest data issued on Monday by the Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority, the chief national organisation tasked to deal with natural calamities.

Floods wreak havoc in Pakistan, Sindh braces for more devastation

Pakistan is going through the worst-ever floods, due to monsoon rains, with over 70% of the country inundated, over 1,000 dead

SDRF, NDRF rescue over 400 from floods, excess rain in Madhya Pradesh

In the last 24 hours, State Disaster Emergency Response Force (SDERF) and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) together have rescued over 400 people from floods/excess rain in the state.The following number of people from floods/excess rain: Vidisha (190), Rajgarh (103), Ashoknagar (94), Raisen (7), Jabalpur (5), Mandla (3), Sidhi (2), Guna (3).Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj S Chouhan reviewed situations in rain-affected districts of the state; stated that assistance will be given by sending helicopters to Vidisha if need be.The Rajgarh collector informed about the precautions being taken on the increased water levels of Ajnar river, added the CMO.Narmadapuram collector informed the chief minister that the situation at the Ghats is under control. Sehore collector apprised CM Chouhan that around 150 civilians have been rescued & that the relief work is underway. Necessary relief work underway in Guna; disaster teams called from Gwalior, stated the CMO.Earlier on Monday, .

Heavy rains trigger flood-like situation in Rajasthan's Kota, nearby areas

Extremely heavy rainfall in the last 24 hours has created flood-like situation in parts of Rajasthan's Kota and nearby areas, officials said on Monday. Low-lying areas have submerged under water owing to rainfall and water released from the barrage in Kota, they said. About 2.76 lakh cusec water has been released from the barrage so far, officials added. According to the Meteorological department, extremely heavy rainfall was recorded in isolated areas in Kota and Jhalawar district during the 24-hour period ending 8.30 am on Monday. Dag in Jhalawar recorded the highest 234 mm rainfall followed by 224 mm in Kota city during this period, officials said. Inflow of water increased in Kota barrage on Chambal river due to rainfall in the catchment area of Rana Pratap Sagar dam (Chittorgarh) and Jawahar Sagar dam (Kota), an official of the Kota district administration said. Thirteen out of the 19 gates were opened last night to release the water and one more gate was opened on Monday,th

Flood wreaks havoc in Balochistan, kills 8 more; death toll mounts to 225

Floods continue to wreak havoc in Balochistan as eight more people lost their lives in the past 24 hours, taking the death toll to 225, ARY News reported

Fresh flood threat looming over north Odisha after heavy rain: Official

Fresh flood threat looms over northern Odisha as many parts in the region were pounded by heavy rain on Friday night, following which many rivers might have swollen, a senior official said. The state is already reeling under flood in the Mahanadi river system with around 4 lakh people marooned in 500 villages. Water levels in Subarnarekha, Budhabalang, Baitarani and Salandi are under the scanner as Balasore, Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj received heavy rain on the previous night, Odisha Water Resources Chief Engineer B K Mishra said on Saturday. "We are collecting details of the rain impact," he said. The deep depression that triggered the heavy rain will remain active for the next 24 hours before weakening gradually, the IMD said. The weatherman said that two stations in Odisha received extremely heavy rainfall while 27 others got very heavy downpour, and 49 stations received heavy rainfall on Friday night. Bhogorai in Balasore district received the highest amount of rainfall of 226 m

Ganga-Yamuna water level rises in Prayagraj, submerges low-lying areas

Water levels of the River Ganga and River Yamuna rose in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj submerging the low-lying areas around the Sangam Ghat and the roads surrounding it

Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh; Bhakra and Pong dams brim with water

Both the dams are brimming with water compared to last year but still short of water to reach the maximum limit

Godavari crosses first danger level in Andhra, flood to 5 districts

For the second month in a row, river Godavari is in spate again and crossed the first danger level at Sir Arthur Cotton Barrage at Dowaleswaram near Rajamahendravaram in Andhra Pradesh

Deficient rains threaten Kharif crop production in Uttar Pradesh

With deficient rains across Uttar Pradesh in this monsoon, farmers are staring at difficult days ahead fearing a sharp decline in their Kharif produce

Monsoon woes: Is India staring at higher food price-led inflation?

However, if monsoon progress in August and is geographically more even, Nomura believes Kharif sowing could still pick up going ahead, which in turn could keep food prices and inflation under check.

Rain check: How to stay healthy and safe in monsoon season

Change your lifestyle and invest in these accessories to shield your skin and digestive system

Monsoon rains continue to lash Rajasthan; more to follow in coming days

In most places of Jaipur, Kota, Udaipur, Bharatpur and Ajmer divisions, rain accompanied with thunderstorms will continue for the next three-four days.

Monsoon rains will progress, too early to comment on paddy sowing: Tomar

Data from Agriculture Ministry showed that as of July 15, the paddy sowing was down by 17.4% to 128.50 lakh hectares this Kharif season as against 155.53 LH in corresponding period of previous year