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TN CM, Dy CM distribute relief material in Gaja-hit Pudukkottai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappai K Palaniswami and Deputy Chief Minister O Panneerselvam on Tuesday distributed relief material to the people affected by Cyclone Gaja in Pudukkottai region.Speaking to media, Palaniswami said, "We have sought time from the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, we will explain everything and have also sought financial assistance from the Union Government."Cyclone Gaja crossed Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coast between Nagapattinam and Vedaranniyam last week and unleashed mayhem in several districts of the state including Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, and Thanjavur.This development came to light after the state government yesterday released Rs 1,000 crore for relief and restoration work in the areas affected by the cyclone. Following the announcement, the state administration distributed the financial assistance to farmers, coconut growers and others who were affected by the deadly cyclone.After making the announcement of the relief amount, the Tamil Nadu Chief ...
1 dead, 5 injured in Catalonia train accident
At least one person died and five people have been injured in a train accident here in Catalonia on Tuesday morning.Sputnik reported that the last two carriages of a commuter train travelling from Sant Vicenç de Calders to Barcelona got derailed near Vacarisses, a small village in the province of Barcelona.Other trains travelling between Terrassa and Manresa have been temporarily stopped.Rescue teams, fire brigades, and medics have already started working at the scene.The General Directorate of Civil Protection took to Twitter, saying, "One person has died, six more have been injured".The accident occurred at 6.15 a.m. in the morning owing to a landslide. Heavy rains in Catalonia since several days are the cause of this landslide.
TN CM visits cyclone-hit areas, likely to meet PM on Thursday
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K Palaniswami on Tuesday visited the districts hit by Cyclone Gaja, distributed relief materials among the affected people and indicated he would meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later this week to seek central assistance. "We have sought appointment with him (Modi). We expect that it could be given day after tomorrow (Thursday). The state government will certainly take steps to get central funds and submit details of the damage with proof," Palaniswami told reporters here during his visit to Pudukottai and Thanjavur districts in the morning. The cyclone crossed the coast near Vedaranyam in Nagapattinam district, about 300 km from Chennai, with a speed of up to 120 kmph last Friday, claiming 46 lives and leaving a trail of destruction in over 10 districts in southern Tamil Nadu. Meanwhile, relief work was hampered after various parts of the Cauvery delta region, including the cyclone-hit Nagapattinam and Thiruvarur districts, were lashed by heavy rains since
With door open, Karachi-bound aircraft makes priority landing at Jaipur
A Karachi-bound Cessna aircraft was allowed to make priority landing at Jaipur airport on Tuesday after its pilot got "Indication of Open Door". The private aircraft had only cockpit crew in it and was on a scheduled flight from Lucknow to Karachi.Airport officials said that the pilot of the Karachi-bound SR-20 aircraft that took off from Lucknow for Karachi on Tuesday morning alerted Jaipur Airport Air Traffic Control (ATC) that his aircraft's 'door open' indication was showing and requested for permission for priority landing to check the aircraft doors for safety.Following the ATC clearance, the plane landed safely. Airport officials, as per Standard Operating Procedure, also informed State Intelligence Bureau and aviation securities agency about the incident. After inspection by the airport team and security agencies, the aircraft was given permission to depart for Karachi.
6 killed in Maharashtra army depot blast
Six persons died in a blast at the Wardha ammunition depot of the army here in Maharashtra on Tuesday, officials said.
Explosion near ordnance depot in Maha, six killed
At least six people were killed and 10 others injured when an explosion took place near an ordnance depot in Maharashtra's Wardha district on Tuesday while ammunition was being unloaded, officials said. The blast took place between 7.10 am and 7.15 am at the explosive demolition ground near the Central Ammunition Depot (CAD) at Pulgaon town, a Defence official said. Around 10 to 15 contract labourers were at the site when the explosion occurred, Wardha's Additional Superintendent of Police Nikhil Pingle said. "The blast took place in one of the ammunition boxes while unloading the ammunition. The incident took place in an open land," he said. While four people were killed on the spot, two others succumbed to injuries in hospital, Inspector General of Police (Nagpur Range) K M M Prasanna told PTI. The ground near the CAD was given to the Ordnance Factory, Khamaria (in Madhya Pradesh) for demolition activities, the Defence official said. "The demolition was being carried out by staff of
TN CM visits cyclone-hit areas
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K Palaniswami Tuesday visited districts hit by Cyclone 'Gaja' in the state and distributed relief material among the affected people. Palaniswami, who on Monday announced Rs 1000 crore for immediate relief and rehabilitation works, visited affected areas in Pudukottai and Thanjavur districts this morning. The cyclone crossed the state coast near Vedaranyam in Nagapattinam district, about 300 km from here, on November 16 claiming 46 lives and leaving a trail of destruction in over ten districts in southern Tamil Nadu with six of them hit badly. Accompanied by ministers and officials, Palaniswami inspected some coconut groves devastated by the cyclone in Thanjavur district and also distributed relief materials, including rice and other essential articles, to the affected people. He would later visit Nagapattinam district, which bore the brunt of the cyclone fury. On Monday, Palaniswami took stock of the situation at a high-level meeting here and announced an ...
Maharashtra: Death toll reaches 4 in ammunition factory blast
The death toll in Pulgaon Army depot explosion in Wardha has reached 4, officials said on Tuesday. The deceased include an ammunition factory employee and three labourers.The blast occurred at 7 am today morning at the Army depot while unloading ammunition of 23mm at the demolition ground at the CAD, Pulgaon.The demolition ground was given to Ordnance Factory, Khamaria for their demolition activities. The blast occurred during the disposal process.Speaking to media, BB Pande, Defence PRO said, "While carrying out the demolition of old explosives by the staff of Ordnance Factory Khamaria, Jabalpur at the demolition land in Pulgaon there was an accident. In the incident, three labourers and one staff of ordnance lost lives."Further details in this regard are awaited.
2-yr-old girl killed, 4 labourers injured after mini-truck hits divider in UP
A two-year-old girl was killed and four others were injured when a mini-truck collided with a divider on the Meerut-Karnal highway here, police said Tuesday. The vehicle was taking some labourers, including women, from Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh to Punjab on Monday, they said. The injured persons were admitted to a local hospital, police said.
Thousands evacuated as Guatemala volcano erupts, then stops
Guatemalan authorities declared a red alert and evacuated around 4,000 people Monday after the Fuego volcano erupted for the fifth time this year, sending bursts of ash and lava down the mountain before its activity decreased and then stopped. Memories are still painfully fresh of the volcano's eruption in June, which swept away villages and left nearly 200 people dead and 235 missing. The Institute of Volcanology's director Pablo Oliva said the volcano's activity level had dropped significantly by late Monday. A spokesman for Guatemala's disaster management agency CONRED had earlier said it decided to evacuate the municipality of Escuintla and two other districts. Some 4,000 people were taken to temporary shelters as a precaution. The spokesman, David de Leon, said the eruption became increasingly violent after it began Sunday morning, leading to fears for the safety of the thousands of people who live on the slopes of the 3,763 meter-high (12,246 feet) mountain. A column of ash rose
Wildfire death toll rises to 79
A Northern California sheriff says two more sets of human remains were found Monday, bringing the total number killed in a devastating California wildfire to 79. Butte County Sheriff Kory Honea says the list of names of those unaccounted for after a deadly wildfire has dropped to around 700. He says that's about 300 fewer than what was posted at the start of Monday. Authorities stressed that many of the people on the list may be safe and unaware they have been reported missing. The so-called Camp Fire swept through the rural town of Paradise on November 8. It has destroyed nearly 12,000 homes. Officials say fire crews are still in the area working to clear downed utility poles, burned trees and other hazards. Cal Fire officials say the blaze has destroyed nearly 300 apartment buildings and more than 10,000 homes. The fire has charred 236 square miles (611 square kilometers) since it ignited Nov. 8. It continues to burn in steep, rugged terrain in Plumas National Forest. Fire officials
12 people injured after vehicle falls into pond in UP
Twelve people, including six school girls, were injured after their vehicle fell into a pond in Khatoli village here, police said Tuesday. The accident took place on Monday when they were going to Mujahidpur village from Khatoli. The vehicle fell into a pond beside the Budhana road, they said. The injured people are undergoing treatment at a local hospital, police said.
Odisha govt to build houses for 13,000 families affected by cyclone Titli
The Odisha Government-led by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has decided to provide houses for all the 13,000 families, whose homes were damaged during cyclone Titli and subsequent floods.In an official release, the state government said, "In cyclone Titli, under "Biju Pucca Ghar Yojana" the decision was taken at a high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday."The Chief Minister has also asked all concerned departments to expedite the process and ensure transparency.The state government will spend estimated Rs. 176 crore for the construction of these houses.Incessant rainfall, consequent floods and severe cyclonic storm Titli that occurred on October 11 and October 12 caused an extensive damage to the houses, standing crops and plantations, thereby adversely affecting the farmers in the state of Odisha. The animal husbandry, fisheries, handloom and sericulture sectors were also affected severely.
Centre clears Rs 546 cr more for flood-hit Karnataka
The Central government has approved an additional assistance of Rs 546.21 crore to Karnataka, which was affected by floods and landslides in August, said an official statement on Monday.
Survivor haunted by Delhi workshop fire
Ajit's last memory, before falling unconscious, was seeing his colleagues trapped in an illegal workshop that was gutted in a fire Monday in the narrow lanes of Karol Bagh locality. Quick-thinking by the 23-year-old saved his life but four of his colleagues were not lucky. Police said they died in the blaze that broke out when Ajit was putting a white solvent in a spraying machine and it accidently spilled on the floor. He says he was packing materials when he first sighted the flames. "I was busy packing the material when the fire broke out. The flames were engulfing the rest of the area quickly. Think the fire broke out due to short circuit. There were six other workers present, including three who pressed clothes. "Cloth material caught fire and spread at a rapid pace. As soon as I spotted flames, I rushed to the gate and managed to escape while others rushed towards the wall and got stuck there," said Ajit, who sustained minor injuries and is undergoing treatment at Ram Manohar ...
Thousands evacuated as Guatemala volcano erupts again
Authorities in Guatemala declared a red alert and evacuated around 4,000 people early Monday after the Central American country's fiery Fuego volcano erupted for the fifth time this year, sending bursts of ash and lava down the mountain. Memories are still fresh of the volcano's eruption in June which swept away villages and left nearly 200 people dead and 235 missing. The volcano last erupted in early November without causing damage but experts have become increasingly concerned about renewed activity inside the volcano since Sunday. A spokesman for Guatemala's disaster management agency CONRED said it decided to evacuate the municipality of Escuintla and two other districts. Some 4,000 people were taken to temporary shelters as a precaution. Dozens of residents are being sheltered in tents at a sports stadium in Escuintla. The spokesman, David de Leon, said the eruption became increasingly violent after it began Sunday morning, leading to fears for the safety of the thousands of ...
J-K: Police evacuate 82 stranded vehicles after heavy snowfall
Jammu and Kashmir police on Monday evacuated 82 stranded vehicles after a fresh spell of heavy snowfall at Zoji La pass in the valley.An official release confirmed that rescue teams from Jammu and Kashmir Police assisted by Beacon personnel started the operations on Srinagar- Leh National Highway as several vehicles and passengers got stranded due to heavy snowfall.The rescue teams managed to safely evacuate all the stranded passengers and vehicles which included 70 Trucks, four buses and eight light motor vehicles.The passengers along with the vehicles were immediately moved to Sonamarg by the rescue teams.
TN announces Rs 1,000 cr assistance for cyclone relief
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K. Palaniswami on Monday announced a sum of Rs 1,000 crore for carrying out relief works in the cyclone Gaja affected districts.
4 killed in Delhi factory fire, owner held
Four people were killed on Monday as a massive fire enveloped an illegal factory here, an official said, adding that its owner had been arrested.
CG notice to ship master to clean up Chennai oil spill
The Coast Guard Monday said it has issued notice to the master of a cargo ship to clean up the oil spill off the coast here caused by a rupture in a hose of the vessel, failing which action will be taken as per law. Spillage of Fuel Furnace Oil occured early Sunday when 'MT Coral Stars,' an oil tanker vessel was offloading it through a 'flexible hose' in Kamarajar port, at Ennore near here. The notice, issued Sunday, tasked the ship master and the vessel's charterer -Atlantic Shipping Pvt Ltd- to clean up the spilled oil, undertake containment measures and recover the leaked oil that threatened the coastal area. "Take all other necessary action to keep the environment clean as it was prevailing before the incident....take action to prevent further spillage of oil into the sea," the notice said. Also, the Coast Guard asked the charterer and the ship master to take action to remove oil from the damaged tanks by transfer. Non-compliance of the instructions will entail Coast