Heavy rainfall in Nepal triggered devastating floods and landslides, resulting in at least 59 deaths and 44 missing. Rescue teams are diligently searching for the missing individuals as the country grapples with the aftermath of the disaster.
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Poland has pledged 3.2 billion zlotys for a disaster reserve in its 2025 draft budget, responding to devastating floods that have ravaged the country. The government faces mounting financial pressure from the disaster, adding to existing worries about EU budget discipline measures.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) of releasing excess water without informing the state government, exacerbating the flood situation in West Bengal. Banerjee has repeatedly blamed the DVC for the floods and called for the Central government’s intervention. The Union Power Ministry, however, has denied the allegations and stated that all procedures were followed.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Damodar Valley Corporation of releasing water from its dams without coordination, leading to severe floods in the state. She has threatened to sever ties with the corporation and demanded immediate action to address the situation.
Flooding and landslides triggered by Typhoon Yagi and monsoon rains in Myanmar have resulted in at least 226 deaths and 77 missing. The death toll has significantly increased since Friday, with strong prospects for further rises. The counting process has been hampered by communication challenges due to the ongoing civil war in the country.
Europe’s tourism sector is facing unprecedented challenges as devastating wildfires rage across Portugal and floods caused by Storm Boris wreak havoc in Eastern Europe. These natural disasters, occurring after an exceptionally hot summer, have claimed lives, damaged infrastructure, and sparked concerns about the future of the tourism industry in affected regions.
Myanmar’s junta has requested foreign aid to help cope with deadly floods that have displaced hundreds of thousands of people, compounding the suffering caused by three years of ongoing war. The floods, exacerbated by Typhoon Yagi, have killed almost 300 people across Southeast Asia, and the junta’s request for assistance comes amidst a history of blocking humanitarian aid.
A year after devastating floods in eastern Libya, reconstruction efforts are underway, but experts warn that the process is being used by Khalifa Haftar, a powerful military figure, to consolidate his power. Despite the tragedy’s scale and the need for accountability, Haftar’s family controls the reconstruction fund, raising concerns about transparency and corruption. While Haftar’s son Belgacem leads the rebuilding, the true aim may be to secure political dominance in the east.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu narrowly escaped a train while inspecting a flood-damaged railway bridge amidst heavy rainfall and flooding in the state. The incident, captured on video, shows Naidu standing close to the moving train on a narrow platform. The video has gone viral on social media, with many expressing concern for the CM’s safety. Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has issued a warning of heavy rainfall in various parts of the state.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reportedly ordered the execution of at least 30 government officials for their alleged failure to prevent devastating floods that killed thousands in July. The executions highlight the brutal nature of the regime and its strict accountability measures. Meanwhile, North Korea and Russia continue to strengthen their ties, with a Russian company now authorized to import North Korean beer.