August 1st saw a flurry of news, from booming profits at Zomato and Tata Motors to the reported death of Hamas’ military chief and a tragic cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh. Read on for a recap of the day’s biggest events.
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Heavy rains and cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh have resulted in the deaths of at least five people and left around 50 missing. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rain in several districts, warning of potential flash floods, landslides, and disruptions to essential services. The state has already experienced significant rainfall and rain-related incidents, leading to fatalities and substantial financial losses.
Heavy rainfall across India caused widespread devastation, with Himachal Pradesh experiencing deadly cloudbursts, Uttarakhand witnessing stranded pilgrims, and Delhi-NCR grappling with severe waterlogging. The rains have also impacted other states like Karnataka and Assam.
Heavy rainfall and cloudbursts have caused widespread damage in Himachal Pradesh, leaving at least 21 people missing and 2 dead. Health Minister JP Nadda has assured the state of all necessary help from the central government.
A building in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, collapsed and was washed away by the surging Parvati River. This incident occurred amid heavy rains in the region, highlighting the dangers of the current weather conditions.
The Himachal Pradesh government has issued a warning for the public to stay away from riverbanks due to rising water levels in the Beas River, caused by heavy rains. The Pandoh and Larji dams are releasing water to manage the flow, and the weather office has issued an orange alert for heavy rains across most districts. The state has also experienced road closures, power outages, and landslides due to the ongoing monsoon.
An influencer is facing criticism for filming a video while a fight broke out in a popular public space in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The video sparked outrage on social media, with many users calling for stricter laws to protect public spaces and prevent such incidents.
Himachal Pradesh Floods: Cloudburst Triggers Flash Flood in Kullu, Washing Away Footbridge and Shops
A cloudburst in the Tosh area of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh triggered a flash flood, washing away a footbridge and three temporary shops, including a liquor shop. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning, but thankfully no casualties were reported. The Kullu Deputy Commissioner has warned residents to stay away from rivers and rivulets and avoid building temporary structures near nallahs. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted increased monsoon activity in the state, with heavy rainfall and potential landslides and flash floods in several districts.
Bollywood actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut, in her maiden speech in the Lok Sabha, highlighted the plight of Himachal Pradesh’s disappearing tribal music and folk art, urging the government to take steps for their preservation. Meanwhile, a petition challenging her election victory is pending in the Himachal Pradesh High Court.
A flash flood triggered by a cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district has closed a stretch of the National Highway-3, impacting traffic between Dhundi and Palchan Bridge. While no casualties have been reported, the incident has caused damage to infrastructure and disrupted power supply in several areas. The state has experienced heavy rainfall in recent days, leading to a total of 49 rain-related deaths and significant financial losses.