Two children, a 13-year-old boy and a 7-year-old girl, have died in separate rain-related incidents in Delhi within 24 hours. The boy was electrocuted while playing cricket, while the girl drowned in a waterlogged park.
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Heavy rains lashed Delhi-NCR on Sunday, causing massive waterlogging in several regions. The Delhi Traffic Police issued alerts, advising commuters to avoid certain stretches due to traffic disruptions caused by waterlogging. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning across several parts of Haryana and surrounding states.
A two-storey banquet hall in Delhi’s Model Town area collapsed during heavy rains on Saturday afternoon, killing one person and injuring two others. The building, which was undergoing repairs, collapsed around 2:45 PM. Rescue efforts involved the NDRF, local police, and fire services, with three people pulled from the rubble and taken to a nearby hospital.
The Southwest Monsoon is expected to weaken in South India over the next week, while Delhi enjoys its cleanest air in six years due to recent rainfall. Meanwhile, the monsoon is forecast to bring light to moderate rainfall to Northwest India, including Delhi, over the next seven days.
Heavy showers lashed parts of Delhi on Friday evening, causing waterlogging and traffic congestion. The India Meteorological Department has predicted more rainfall in the coming hours.
Delhi and its surrounding areas received heavy rainfall on Wednesday, bringing a welcome respite from the heat. The minimum temperature dipped below normal, while the weather department forecasts more showers throughout the day.
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released the admit card for the DSSSB Nursing Officer 2024 exam. The exam is scheduled to be held from August 12 to September 26, 2024. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website using their login credentials.
The Delhi Jal Board has announced a 24-hour water supply disruption in several north Delhi areas starting Thursday morning due to interconnection work on the Punjabi Bagh water main. The disruption will affect areas including Kewal Park, Lawrance Road, and Punjabi Bagh, impacting residents from 9 am on August 8 to 9 am on August 9.
Sheikh Hasina, the ousted leader of Bangladesh, has sought refuge in Delhi after fleeing her country on Monday. The UK has denied her asylum, stating that those seeking international protection should claim asylum in the first safe country they reach.
A 26-year-old student preparing for civil services exams in Delhi died by suicide, leaving behind a note detailing her struggles with depression and systemic issues. She urged the government to address exam fraud, create job opportunities, reduce student housing costs, and even legalize euthanasia. The case highlights the immense pressure faced by aspiring civil servants in India, leading to calls for systemic changes.