13 dead in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand cloudbursts, Rescue ops on
Thirteen people were killed in cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh and neighbouring Uttarakhand. Most of the fatalities occurred due to houses collapsing amid heavy rainfall in both states. Key Points
India TodayAssam news: 4-year-old child killed as boat capsises, over 50,000 affected by thunderstorm
A thunderstorm in Assam caused four deaths and affected over 50,000 people, leading to uprooted trees, damaged houses, and a capsized boat with casualties. Search and Rescue operations are ongoing with assistance from SDRF and NDRF teams. Key Points
mintTwo killed in China’s Yunnan landslide, dozens missing; over 500 people evacuated
The landslide hit two villages in southwestern city of Zhaotong. Nearly 1,000 Rescue workers have been dispatched, along with 200 Rescue vehicles, state media reported. Key Points
ThePrintArmy joins operation to Rescue 800 stranded train passengers in flood-hit southern Tamil Nadu
Though rainfall has almost come to a halt, many parts still inundated. On Monday night, troops assisted Rescue of over 100 people including a pregnant woman & 19 kids near Thoothukudi. Key Points
ThePrintWorkers exit collapsed Silkyara tunnel after 17 days, PM Modi lauds 'amazing example of teamwork'
41 workers trapped in Silkyara-Barkot tunnel rescued after 400 hours. They undergo initial health check-up and are whisked away in ambulances. Chief Minister and Union minister interact with rescued workers inside Silkyara tunnel. Key Points
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Easy does it — rescuers don't want to rush complex Uttarakhand tunnel op as 41 lives at stake
After auger machine deployed for horizontal digging through rubble to Rescue workers broke down again, vertical digging through hill above has begun. By Monday, 31m had been completed. Key Points
ThePrintUttarkashi tunnel Rescue day 14: Operations stopped once again, manual drilling being considered
The Rescue work was put on hold for several hours owing to a technical snag late on Thursday night. The work resumed on Friday evening. But again it stopped. Key Points
Business TodayUttarkashi tunnel Rescue op faces 3rd setback in three days, drilling on hold
The Uttarkashi Rescue operation was put on hold yet again on Friday after the American-auger machine hit a metal girder. The drilling had only resumed on Friday evening after several hours of technical snag. Key Points
India TodayUttarkashi tunnel collapse LIVE: Rescuers face technical glitch, 41 workers continue to remain trapped for 2 weeks
On 12 November, 41 labourers got trapped as portions of the Silkyara-Dandalgaon under-construction tunnel on the Brahmkhal-Yamunotri highway collapsed following a landslide at around 5.30 am in Uttarkashi. Key Points
MintUttarkashi tunnel collapse: Drilling halted due to technical glitch
The trouble for the agencies involved in the Rescue operation began in the afternoon on Wednesday after the start of drilling exercise. The machine encountered a metallic object (lattice girder rib) in the front of the pipe, and it created problems in further pushing of the pipe. Then, the cutting of metallic objects using gas cutters was completed. Key Points
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Uttarkashi tunnel Rescue LIVE: Drilling work put on hold due to obstruction, could further delay Rescue op
As many as 41 workers have been trapped in a partially collapsed under-construction tunnel in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi since November 12. The Rescue operation, which entered its final stage on Wednesday, is expected to be over by today. Ambulances and doctors have been deployed at the site to attend the workers as soon as they get out. Key Points
India TodayUttarkashi tunnel collapse: Rescue ops put on hold again due to technical snag, 41 workers 'just metres away'
The Rescue operations to evacuate 41 workers trapped in Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi district has entered day 13 on Friday. Till now, rescuers have drilled up to 46.8 meters in the Silkyara tunnel Key Points
Business TodaySilkyara tunnel: Hurdles in the way delay Rescue operation
Former advisor to the PMO, Bhaskar Khulbe, who was at the site, said an iron mesh which had come in the path of the drilling machine that was creating an escape path for workers, was removed in the morning. Removing the mesh in a claustrophobic environment inside the pipe was difficult and the problem was compounded by lack of oxygen, said Khulbe. Key Points
Economic TimesUttarkashi tunnel collapse: Rescuers draw closer to trapped workers as ambulances remain on standby. Latest updates
Rescue efforts continue as more than 40 people remain trapped in the collapsed Silkyara tunnel in Uttar Pradesh. Engineers are working on inserting a steel pipe to create an escape passage. Key Points
mint'Himalayas have sensitive terrain. We take precautions but mishaps occur,' says Uttarkashi DM
Abhishek Ruhela talks about the challenges of working in the Himalayan region and the Rescue operations to free the 41 trapped men. He adds it's too early to pin down lapses, if any. Key Points
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'All of us are in bad condition': Desperate pleas amidst Uttarakhand tunnel crisis as 41 workers await swi
Trapped within Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel, 41 laborers face dire conditions. Their urgent pleas for Rescue echo desperation and hope. Representatives interact with stranded workers, promising swift action. With audio messages to families and hot meals sent through a lifeline pipe, efforts persist amidst ongoing Rescue operations. Since the tunnel's collapse on November 12, multiple state governments coordinate for their safe evacuation, emphasizing the urgency of their situation. The race against time continues as hope and determination fuel the mission to bring these workers to safety. Key Points
Economic TimesShould govt ask for Elon Musk's Boring Company's help to Rescue 41 workers stuck in the Uttarkashi tunnel?
In Uttarakhand, the Silkyara tunnel collapsed on November 12, trapping around 41 men. A Rescue operation for these trapped workers was put on hold on November 19 as the agencies were involved in preparing for the next stage. Key Points
mintAkhilesh Yadav's dig at Yogi Adityanath over UP workers trapped in Uttarkashi tunnel
The Rescue operations have been underway for over a week now with 41 labourers trapped inside with limited food and communication. Eight of them are from Uttar Pradesh. Key Points
India TodayVertical drilling to be considered as Uttarkashi tunnel Rescue ops enter day 7
The Rescue operation at the Uttarkashi tunnel has been at a standstill since Friday 4 pm. A special team is now looking at the possibility of vertical drilling from the upper part of the tunnel if the horizontal drilling is not successful. Key Points
India TodayUttarkashi tunnel collapse: Oxygen being supplied, Rescue on as 40 still trapped
At least 40 workers were feared trapped after an under-construction tunnel in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district collapsed on Sunday morning. Rescue operations are still underway at the site. Key Points
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36 feared trapped as under-construction tunnel collapses in Uttarakhand, Rescue underway
An under-construction tunnel in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, collapsed on Saturday night. At least 36 workers are feared to be trapped inside. The Rescue operation is expected to take 2-3 days to complete. Key Points
India TodayAs Sikkim Rescue op winds down, the search continues for local hero
Two weeks after flash floods in northern Sikkim, most Rescue teams have called off their searches, except for a team of 31 rescuers who are still looking for one man, Dr Pema Norden Lachungpa. Lachungpa, a local hero, helped save over a hundred people when tragedy struck Chungthang district. He is missing after entering the dam to Rescue trapped workers. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has stayed back to search for him. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesHorse who was about to sink in a bog, rescued
Front Range Fire Rescue shared about the incident on Facebook. After the horse was rescued it was sent to a CSU veterinarian. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesOver 3,000 tourists stranded in Lachen, Lachung in Sikkim
More than 3,000 tourists are stranded in Lachen and Lachung in Sikkim due to flash floods, but officials have stated that they are safe. Rescue operations have been hindered by bad weather and damaged roads. An alternative route is being opened for Rescue teams to reach the affected areas. The India Meteorological Department has forecast more rain in the district over the next five days. Key Points
Economic TimesPakistan cable car ordeal ends with all on board, mostly children, rescued
A military helicopter Rescue operation was called off as night fell after two children had been pulled to safety. Flood lights were installed and a ground-based Rescue continued. Key Points
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At least six dead, dozens rescued as migrant boat from France capsizes
Local mayor Franck Dhersin said a vast Rescue operation was launched around 6 a.m. as dozens of migrant boats tried to make the crossing at the same time. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesJharkhand: 3 dead, 15 injured as passenger bus falls into Barkar river; details here
Bus plunges into river in Jharkhand, 3 dead and over 15 injured. Rescue operation underway. Key Points
mintAnimals from Katraj Rescue are likely to shift in the TTC centre
Forest Department plans to shift wild animals from Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park's Rescue center to newly inaugurated Transit Treatment Centre in Bavdhan. Investigation reports highlighted mistreatment and lack of information about animals at the Rescue center. Decision on NGO to run the new facility expected in August. Key Points
Hindustan TimesWhen wealthy adventurers take huge risks, who should foot the bill for Rescue attempts?
The recent search for a submersible vehicle that was lost during its mission to explore the wreckage of the Titanic has once again raised the question of who should pay for Rescue operations of wealthy adventurers who engage in risky activities. While the U.S. Coast Guard cannot collect reimbursement related to search or Rescue operations, the larger issue of responsibility for exposing oneself to such risk by wealthy travellers and companies remains unresolved. Key Points
Economic Times40 hrs on, Rescue ops continue to pull out minor from borewell in MP, team to take robot's help
The incident happened at Mugavali village when the girl was playing in the field. The girl, who was stuck at a depth of 20 feet, slid down further 50 feet, Sehore District Collector had said. Key Points
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Gas cutters, sniffer dogs and heavy-duty cranes: How rescuers raced against time to save lives
Teams of NDRF, police and fire service used gas-cutting torches, electric cutters and sniffer dogs to Rescue passengers from mangled train coaches. They raced against time to save as many people as possible as the death toll from the three-train accident in Odisha's Balasore kept climbing. The Army and IAF too joined in. Key Points
India Today‘Distressed… all possible assistance being given’: PM Modi, other leaders offer condolences as trains derail in Odisha
At around 7pm, 10-12 coaches of the Shalimar-Chennai Coromandel Express derailed near Baleswar and fell on the opposite track. After some time, another train from Yeswanthpur to Howrah dashed into those derailed coaches resulting in the derailment of its 3-4 coaches. Key Points
The Indian ExpressEvening Brief: BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi after expert panel report on Adani
Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesNational Rescue Dog Day: How to help a Rescue dog adjust into their new home
It is important to create a supportive and nurturing environment for Rescue dogs to adjust to their new homes. Here are tips from an expert. Key Points
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