Assam continues to battle one of its worst flood disasters as the death toll rises to 78. More than 3 lakh people have been affected, with hundreds of villages still submerged under floodwaters. Authorities have set up relief camps and dispatched emergency aid, but thousands remain displaced while farmland and livelihoods have suffered extensive damage.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of more heavy rainfall in the coming days, raising fears of fresh flooding in vulnerable districts. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured the Assam government of full support for relief and restoration efforts.

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India's monsoon emergency continues to intensify as devastating floods wreak havoc across multiple states, with Assam remaining the worst affected. The flood death toll in Assam has climbed to 78, while more than 3 lakh people across seven districts continue to battle rising waters, damaged homes, and widespread destruction. Over 550 villages remain submerged, and more than 21,500 hectares of farmland have been destroyed, severely impacting livelihoods. Relief and rescue operations are underway as authorities distribute food, clothing, and essential supplies to affected communities. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has reviewed the flood situation with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and assured all possible assistance from the central government. An inter-ministerial team has also completed its assessment of flood damage in Upper Assam.

Assam Flood Death Toll Rises to 78 as Heavy Rain Triggers Fresh Alerts Across India

Assam continues to reel from the impact of devastating floods. While the death toll has now climbed to 75, 3.3 lakh people across seven districts remain affected by floods.

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India continues to battle relentless monsoon rains as severe flooding disrupts normal life across several states. In Assam, the flood death toll has risen to 66, with more than 6.5 lakh people affected across 10 districts. Hundreds of villages remain submerged, thousands of hectares of farmland have been damaged, and rescue operations are continuing with the Indian Air Force airlifting and airdropping relief supplies.

Gujarat has also witnessed widespread flooding after receiving significantly higher rainfall than last year. More than 42,000 people have been shifted to safer locations as authorities remain on high alert. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has directed officials to begin sanitation drives and damage assessments as floodwaters recede.

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India continues to face the devastating impact of an intense monsoon season, with severe flooding, waterlogging, and flash floods affecting multiple states. Assam remains the worst-hit, where the flood death toll has risen to 66 after four more fatalities were reported in the last 24 hours. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), more than 6.5 lakh people across 10 districts remain affected. Sivasagar, Charaideo, and Jorhat are among the worst-hit districts, with over 810 villages submerged and nearly 35,000 hectares of farmland damaged. Urban flooding has also been reported in Kamrup district. Relief and rescue operations are underway, with the Indian Air Force deploying helicopters to airlift and airdrop relief materials to stranded residents. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said relief operations will continue with larger-scale air drops in the coming days.


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Torrential monsoon rains have triggered devastating flash floods and landslides in Nagaland, leaving at least eight people dead and several others injured. Homes have been washed away, roads blocked, and rescue teams continue searching for those feared trapped under debris. Authorities have deployed disaster response teams, police, and Assam Rifles personnel as heavy rainfall continues to batter the region.

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North India is witnessing its second-wettest monsoon in 50 years, triggering widespread floods and deadly landslides across several states.



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North India is witnessing its second-wettest monsoon in 50 years, triggering widespread floods and deadly landslides across several states.

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North India is witnessing its second-wettest monsoon in 50 years, triggering widespread floods and deadly landslides across several states.


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Mumbai continues to battle heavy rain that's wreaking havoc across the city. Schools and colleges are shut across the state on Tuesday (July 8), and train services are partially suspended due to flooding on tracks and stations in Mumbai and nearby areas.

Some parts of Mumbai received&nbsp;over 300 millimetres of rain in just six hours by Monday (July 8) morning.

This relentless rainfall has led to widespread water-logging, submerged roads and low-lying neighbourhoods.

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'red' alert for Mumbai for Tuesday (July 9), predicting heavy rainfall. The city is expecting heavy to very heavy rain, which could cause delays and cancellations on local train services.

Meanwhile, around 50 flights were cancelled in Mumbai on Monday (July 8) due to heavy rains, according to reports.

Floods in Northeast

Northeast India has been hit by devastating floods that have tragically claimed the lives of many people. Kaziranga National Park, a wildlife sanctuary, was submerged by the floods resulting in death of six endangered rhinos while other wildlife also drowned in the park.

More than 1.8 million people have been affected across 3,000 villages, and 72 were killed since mid-May, according to state disaster officials.

The intensity of rain and floods has increased in the recent years&nbsp;and climate change is making it worse, claim&nbsp;experts. 
 
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As the waters retreat, the impact on wildlife from the flood is also being seen, including in Kaziranga National Park.

"Floods have affected humans and animals alike," Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said in a statement, adding officers had been "working round the clock to aid everyone".

On Monday, Sarma posted a video on social media showing a stranded rhino calf submerged up to its chin in water, stating that he had "ordered its immediate rescue."

Notably, Kaziranga is home to two-thirds of the world's remaining one-horned rhinos, classified as vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List.&nbsp;

The park has 2,413 rhinos, according to a 2018 count.&nbsp;

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Wildlife officers said six rhinos as well as deer had been killed in recent days.

(With inputs from agencies)

Mumbai continues to battle heavy rain that's wreaking havoc across the city. Schools and colleges are shut across the state on Tuesday (July 8), and train services are partially suspended due to flooding on tracks and stations in Mumbai and nearby areas.

Mumbai continues to battle heavy rain that's wreaking havoc across the city. Schools and colleges are shut across the state on Tuesday (July 8), and train services are partially suspended due to flooding on tracks and stations in Mumbai and nearby areas. Some parts of Mumbai received over 300 millimetres of rain in just six hours by Monday (July 8) morning. This relentless rainfall has led to widespread water-logging, submerged roads and low-lying neighbourhoods. Also read: Heavy rain in Mumbai: City waterlogged after overnight downpour; IMD predicts more showers The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'red' alert for Mumbai for Tuesday (July 9), predicting heavy rainfall. The city is expecting heavy to very heavy rain, which could cause delays and cancellations on local train services. Meanwhile, around 50 flights were cancelled in Mumbai on Monday (July 8) due to heavy rains, according to reports. Floods in Northeast Northeast India has been hit by devastating floods that have tragically claimed the lives of many people. Kaziranga National Park, a wildlife sanctuary, was submerged by the floods resulting in death of six endangered rhinos while other wildlife also drowned in the park. More than 1.8 million people have been affected across 3,000 villages, and 72 were killed since mid-May, according to state disaster officials. The intensity of rain and floods has increased in the recent years and climate change is making it worse, claim experts. Also Read | Surat building collapse: Death toll rises to seven; many remain trapped in rubble As the waters retreat, the impact on wildlife from the flood is also being seen, including in Kaziranga National Park. "Floods have affected humans and animals alike," Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said in a statement, adding officers had been "working round the clock to aid everyone". On Monday, Sarma posted a video on social media showing a stranded rhino calf submerged up to its chin in water, stating that he had "ordered its immediate rescue." Notably, Kaziranga is home to two-thirds of the world's remaining one-horned rhinos, classified as vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List. The park has 2,413 rhinos, according to a 2018 count. Also Read | Builder's water storage pitch for new Bengaluru villas has internet in splits amid city's water woes Wildlife officers said six rhinos as well as deer had been killed in recent days. (With inputs from agencies)

Monsoon mayhem: Incessant rains continue to lash Mumbai, over 248 flights delayed

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An unusually strong monsoon season is lashing parts of India, with some regions getting inundated with water and some left to deal with ensuing threats like landslides and power and communication blackout.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a fresh alert of heavy rains across the country’s West Coast Friday (July 28), including Maharashtra and Goa. The IMD also predicted heavy showers for several northeastern states like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya.

<h2>Floods in Telangana</h2>

Telangana has been experiencing heavy rainfall, leading to floods in low-lying areas and disruptions in road connectivity.

Following heavy rains, eight people were swept away in the floodwaters of a rivulet in the Mulugu district of Telangana.

Their bodies were discovered and reported by the police on Friday.

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Due to the rain's intensity, hundreds of tourists on their way to Mutyala Dhara waterfall in Mulgu were stranded.

Overflowing streams blocked the road, but fortunately, all 80 tourists were safely rescued by the Mulugu Superintendent of Police Gaush Alam and his men.

<h2>Floods in Maharashtra</h2>

In the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, thunderstorms with lightning and heavy rainfall are expected over the next four days. There's a warning for residents of several villages about the possibility of flooding due to water discharge from nearby dams.

The Regional Meteorological Centre, Nagpur, issued a 'yellow' alert for various districts in the region for the next few days, and an 'orange' alert for specific areas on Friday.

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Chandrapur district in Maharashtra has experienced incessant rain, leading to the opening of three gates of the Irai Dam. 
The ongoing heavy rainfall has resulted in four more rain-related deaths across Maharashtra in the last 24 hours, bringing the total to 101 since June 1.

<h2>Flood-like situation in Delhi</h2>

Parts of Delhi and the national capital region also experienced heavy rainfall, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting light to moderate rainfall for the day in Delhi and its adjoining areas.&nbsp;

The Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC) in Delhi issued a list of specific places likely to receive rain on Saturday. &nbsp;

In a statement, the RWFC said, “Light to moderate intensity rain would occur over and adjoining areas of few places of Delhi, NCR (Noida, Dadri, Greater Noida, Faridabad) Rewari, Bawal, Nuh (Haryana) Hapur, Gulaoti, Siyana, Sikandrabad, Bulandshahar.”

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An unusually strong monsoon season is lashing parts of India, with some regions getting inundated with water and some left to deal with ensuing threats like landslides and power and communication blackout. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a fresh alert of heavy rains across the country’s West Coast Friday (July 28), including Maharashtra and Goa. The IMD also predicted heavy showers for several northeastern states like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya. Floods in Telangana Telangana has been experiencing heavy rainfall, leading to floods in low-lying areas and disruptions in road connectivity. Following heavy rains, eight people were swept away in the floodwaters of a rivulet in the Mulugu district of Telangana. Their bodies were discovered and reported by the police on Friday. Watch: India: Monsoon batters country's financial capital Mumbai × Due to the rain's intensity, hundreds of tourists on their way to Mutyala Dhara waterfall in Mulgu were stranded. Overflowing streams blocked the road, but fortunately, all 80 tourists were safely rescued by the Mulugu Superintendent of Police Gaush Alam and his men. Floods in Maharashtra In the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, thunderstorms with lightning and heavy rainfall are expected over the next four days. There's a warning for residents of several villages about the possibility of flooding due to water discharge from nearby dams. The Regional Meteorological Centre, Nagpur, issued a 'yellow' alert for various districts in the region for the next few days, and an 'orange' alert for specific areas on Friday. Also read: India Rain Alert: IMD Weather Forecast Till August 2 Chandrapur district in Maharashtra has experienced incessant rain, leading to the opening of three gates of the Irai Dam. The ongoing heavy rainfall has resulted in four more rain-related deaths across Maharashtra in the last 24 hours, bringing the total to 101 since June 1. Flood-like situation in Delhi Parts of Delhi and the national capital region also experienced heavy rainfall, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting light to moderate rainfall for the day in Delhi and its adjoining areas. The Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC) in Delhi issued a list of specific places likely to receive rain on Saturday. In a statement, the RWFC said, “Light to moderate intensity rain would occur over and adjoining areas of few places of Delhi, NCR (Noida, Dadri, Greater Noida, Faridabad) Rewari, Bawal, Nuh (Haryana) Hapur, Gulaoti, Siyana, Sikandrabad, Bulandshahar.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India floods: Maharashtra and Telangana to receive more heavy rainfall, situation grim in Delhi 

Heavy rain showers have relentlessly battered many Indian states during the last month, leading to severe flooding and prompting authorities to take precautionary measures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has now issued a fresh weather warning for the next five days, indicating that no immediate relief is expected for states such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, and several others.

The ongoing heavy monsoon rains have been fueled by a cyclonic circulation over northwest Madhya Pradesh and the surrounding areas, as well as the formation of a low-pressure area (LOPAR) over the Bay of Bengal off Odisha's coast. These weather systems continue to bring continuous rainfall in the affected states, further exacerbating the situation.

<h2>Here are the latest updates and warnings issued by the IMD for several Indian states.</h2>

Odisha:&nbsp;The IMD has predicted that the LOPAR is likely to trigger light to moderate widespread precipitation with isolated instances of heavy to very heavy rainfall across the state until Monday (July 24). Additionally, there is a forecast for the formation of another low-pressure area on July 24. As a result, districts such as Malkangiri, Koraput, Nabarangpur, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Ganjam, and Gajapati have been warned to take precautionary measures due to possible landslide threats.

Gujarat and Maharashtra:&nbsp;Coastal states like Gujarat and Maharashtra are expected to witness widespread rainfall, with isolated areas experiencing heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next five days. Mumbai, in particular, will continue to face extremely heavy rainfall in isolated areas until Saturday. In anticipation of heavy rainfall, Gujarat has been placed on an 'Orange' alert for today. To ensure safety, schools in Maharashtra's Palghar and Thane will remain closed until Saturday (July 22), along with certain talukas in Pune.

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Goa:&nbsp;The IMD's prediction for Goa includes "light to moderate fairly widespread to widespread rainfall," with isolated cases of heavy to very heavy rainfall likely to continue over Konkan and Goa. An isolated possibility of "extremely heavy" rainfall is anticipated over Konkan and Goa on Friday (July 21).

Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand:&nbsp;The hilly states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are expected to receive light to moderate, fairly widespread to widespread rainfall, with isolated instances of heavy rainfall until Monday (July 24). The weather office also highlighted the risk of low to moderate flash floods in specific districts during this period, prompting authorities in Himachal's Kinnaur District to announce school holidays until July 22.

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Rajasthan:&nbsp;The eastern parts of Rajasthan are likely to experience very heavy rainfall today and will continue to receive widespread precipitation until July 24, with some areas facing heavy showers during the same period.

Telangana: The state government of Telangana declared a two-day holiday for all government offices and educational institutions in Hyderabad until Saturday after the IMD issued an Orange warning. The state is likely to continue receiving widespread rainfall, with heavy showers expected in certain places over the next five days.

Uttar Pradesh:&nbsp;The IMD issued a heavy rainfall alert for the western parts of Uttar Pradesh on July 24.

North East:&nbsp;The weather office has predicted isolated heavy rainfall over various northeastern states, with Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram &amp; Tripura likely to experience it until Saturday, while Assam and Meghalaya can expect it until July 24. Arunachal Pradesh, on the other hand, is forecasted to experience isolated heavy rainfall on July 23-24.

South:&nbsp;In the southern region, Kerala, Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Yanam face a possibility of widespread rainfall with isolated instances of heavy rainfall over the next five days.

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Heavy rain showers have relentlessly battered many Indian states during the last month, leading to severe flooding and prompting authorities to take precautionary measures.

Heavy rain showers have relentlessly battered many Indian states during the last month, leading to severe flooding and prompting authorities to take precautionary measures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has now issued a fresh weather warning for the next five days, indicating that no immediate relief is expected for states such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, and several others. The ongoing heavy monsoon rains have been fueled by a cyclonic circulation over northwest Madhya Pradesh and the surrounding areas, as well as the formation of a low-pressure area (LOPAR) over the Bay of Bengal off Odisha's coast. These weather systems continue to bring continuous rainfall in the affected states, further exacerbating the situation. Here are the latest updates and warnings issued by the IMD for several Indian states. Odisha: The IMD has predicted that the LOPAR is likely to trigger light to moderate widespread precipitation with isolated instances of heavy to very heavy rainfall across the state until Monday (July 24). Additionally, there is a forecast for the formation of another low-pressure area on July 24. As a result, districts such as Malkangiri, Koraput, Nabarangpur, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Ganjam, and Gajapati have been warned to take precautionary measures due to possible landslide threats. Gujarat and Maharashtra: Coastal states like Gujarat and Maharashtra are expected to witness widespread rainfall, with isolated areas experiencing heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next five days. Mumbai, in particular, will continue to face extremely heavy rainfall in isolated areas until Saturday. In anticipation of heavy rainfall, Gujarat has been placed on an 'Orange' alert for today. To ensure safety, schools in Maharashtra's Palghar and Thane will remain closed until Saturday (July 22), along with certain talukas in Pune. Watch: India: Parliament's Monsoon session begins × Goa: The IMD's prediction for Goa includes "light to moderate fairly widespread to widespread rainfall," with isolated cases of heavy to very heavy rainfall likely to continue over Konkan and Goa. An isolated possibility of "extremely heavy" rainfall is anticipated over Konkan and Goa on Friday (July 21). Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand: The hilly states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are expected to receive light to moderate, fairly widespread to widespread rainfall, with isolated instances of heavy rainfall until Monday (July 24). The weather office also highlighted the risk of low to moderate flash floods in specific districts during this period, prompting authorities in Himachal's Kinnaur District to announce school holidays until July 22. Also read: India: Five dead, some trapped, in landslide in Maharashtra after heavy rain Rajasthan: The eastern parts of Rajasthan are likely to experience very heavy rainfall today and will continue to receive widespread precipitation until July 24, with some areas facing heavy showers during the same period. Telangana: The state government of Telangana declared a two-day holiday for all government offices and educational institutions in Hyderabad until Saturday after the IMD issued an Orange warning. The state is likely to continue receiving widespread rainfall, with heavy showers expected in certain places over the next five days. Uttar Pradesh: The IMD issued a heavy rainfall alert for the western parts of Uttar Pradesh on July 24. North East: The weather office has predicted isolated heavy rainfall over various northeastern states, with Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram & Tripura likely to experience it until Saturday, while Assam and Meghalaya can expect it until July 24. Arunachal Pradesh, on the other hand, is forecasted to experience isolated heavy rainfall on July 23-24. South: In the southern region, Kerala, Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Yanam face a possibility of widespread rainfall with isolated instances of heavy rainfall over the next five days. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India weather update: No relief in sight for Himachal Pradesh, heavy rains predicted in over ten states

Indian Monsoon rains continue to wreak havoc in Northern India, breaking rainfall records. Delhi experienced unprecedented rainfall, surpassing a 41-year-old record. Evacuation orders were issued for residential colonies, including the Diplomatic Enclave in Chanakyapuri.

Delhi Flood: Water level in Yamuna rises above danger mark, people in low-lying areas evacuated

Three children drowned while swimming through the flood waters in India’s capital New Delhi on Friday.

The kids, aged between 10 and 13, had jumped into a ditch filled with water in Northeast Delhi's Mukundpur area for a bath around 3 pm. They were identified as Piyush (13), Nikhil (10), and Ashish (13)— all residents of H-block, Jahangirpuri, police said.

A police constable spotted them and immediately jumped into the water to save them. However, despite his efforts, the children died.

According to fire officials, a fire tender was rushed to the spot after information about the incident was received at 2:25 pm.

Notably, these are the first deaths to be reported in the Delhi floods.

<h2>More rains expected</h2>

Meanwhile, the Met officials have issued a 'yellow' alert for July 15, saying that the city would likely witness another heavy spell of rain which may aggravate the flood situation.

On Friday morning, the regional met tweeted, "Light intensity rain/drizzle would occur over and adjoining areas of Delhi (Jafarpur, Nazafgarh, Dwarka, Palam, IGI Airport, Ayanagar, Deramandi), NCR (Gurugram) Gohana, Sonipat (Haryana) Moradabad, Bahajoi, Sahaswan, Etah, Tundla, Firozabad, Shikohabad (UP) during next two hours."

Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena inspected ITO, one of the busiest traffic areas in Delhi that have been shut as floodwaters from Yamuna river flowed into central Delhi after a drain regulator broke down.

Five of the 32 gates of the ITO barrage through which water flows into the Yamuna are shut, causing slow drainage from flooded areas.

Army and disaster response force personnel, along with the Delhi administration, have been trying to unclog the five gates without success so far.

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<h2>Water receding in Yamuna</h2>

In the latest update, the Central Water Commission said that the water level in Yamuna has receded and now it down to 208.17 metres at 6 pm (local time) on Friday. At 12 pm, the water level was at around 208.32 metres.

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Anticipating rains that could increase the water level of Yamuna river, the Delhi officials evacuated as many as 23,692 people from the adjacent areas, ANI news agency reported quoting a Delhi government official.

The Delhi government said that 21,092 people are currently residing in tents and shelters.

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Three children drowned while swimming through the flood waters in India’s capital New Delhi on Friday. The kids, aged between 10 and 13, had jumped into a ditch filled with water in Northeast Delhi's Mukundpur area for a bath around 3 pm.

Three children drowned while swimming through the flood waters in India’s capital New Delhi on Friday. The kids, aged between 10 and 13, had jumped into a ditch filled with water in Northeast Delhi's Mukundpur area for a bath around 3 pm. They were identified as Piyush (13), Nikhil (10), and Ashish (13)— all residents of H-block, Jahangirpuri, police said. A police constable spotted them and immediately jumped into the water to save them. However, despite his efforts, the children died. According to fire officials, a fire tender was rushed to the spot after information about the incident was received at 2:25 pm. Notably, these are the first deaths to be reported in the Delhi floods. More rains expected Meanwhile, the Met officials have issued a 'yellow' alert for July 15, saying that the city would likely witness another heavy spell of rain which may aggravate the flood situation. On Friday morning, the regional met tweeted, "Light intensity rain/drizzle would occur over and adjoining areas of Delhi (Jafarpur, Nazafgarh, Dwarka, Palam, IGI Airport, Ayanagar, Deramandi), NCR (Gurugram) Gohana, Sonipat (Haryana) Moradabad, Bahajoi, Sahaswan, Etah, Tundla, Firozabad, Shikohabad (UP) during next two hours." Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena inspected ITO, one of the busiest traffic areas in Delhi that have been shut as floodwaters from Yamuna river flowed into central Delhi after a drain regulator broke down. Five of the 32 gates of the ITO barrage through which water flows into the Yamuna are shut, causing slow drainage from flooded areas. Army and disaster response force personnel, along with the Delhi administration, have been trying to unclog the five gates without success so far. Also read | Yamuna flood water reaches India's Supreme Court; water receding slowly Water receding in Yamuna In the latest update, the Central Water Commission said that the water level in Yamuna has receded and now it down to 208.17 metres at 6 pm (local time) on Friday. At 12 pm, the water level was at around 208.32 metres. Also read | Water level stable in Delhi's Yamuna river for past 3 hours after constant rise; schools, colleges shut Anticipating rains that could increase the water level of Yamuna river, the Delhi officials evacuated as many as 23,692 people from the adjacent areas, ANI news agency reported quoting a Delhi government official. The Delhi government said that 21,092 people are currently residing in tents and shelters. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India: Three kids drown while swimming in New Delhi flood waters

As monsoon rainfall continues to create havoc across parts of north India, the national capital, New Delhi, is evacuating hundreds of residents from areas adjoining the Yamuna river. As per reports, water levels in the Yamuna have crossed the 208 meters danger mark and swelled to 208.66 meters breaking a 45-year-old record.

India's National Capital hit by the worst floods in 45 years

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At least 91 people have died in India's northern Himachal Pradesh state since the rains began. Flash floods over the weekend brought down a bridge and swept away several hutments in the state. Authorities used helicopters to rescue people stranded on roads and bridges because of the rain.

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Monsoon-triggered torrential rains have caused massive flooding and landslide in northeastern states in&nbsp;India and Bangladesh, leaving more than 6 million people marooned and killing at least 18 people in both the countries, according to reports. The authorities say that the situation could get worse&nbsp;in the upcoming days.

More than 3 million people were affected in India’s Assam state, where at least 63 people have lost their lives so far, including eight reported dead on Saturday.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called up Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to take stock of the situation. The CM also visited a few relief camps sheltering affected people in Kamrup and Darrang districts.

The toll in the current second wave of floods and landslides in the state has increased to 63 as two deaths each were reported from Barpeta and Karimganj while one each died in Darrang, Hailakandi, Nalbari and Sonitpur districts.

Speaking to media persons, Sarma said that the district administration is ready to face any exigency and to help the flood-affected people.

''The administration has been directed to ensure relief supplies and evacuate people from vulnerable areas to relief camps. The Army is ready to provide assistance and the deputy commissioners have been asked to take their help when required. NDRF and SDRF personnel are evacuating affected people to safer places,'' he said.

The Central Water Commission (CWC) bulletin on Saturday stated that the river Kopili is flowing above 'High Flood Level' in Nagaon district, while other rivers such as the Brahmaputra, Jia-Bharali, Puthimari, Pagladia, Manas, Beki, Barak and Kushiara are flowing above the danger level at different places.

A population of over 3.1 million have been affected in 32 districts, according to a report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) on Saturday.

In Tripura state, over 10,000 people have been left homeless due to inundation since Friday but there is no report of any human casualty, according to reports.

Meghalaya's Mawsynram and Cherrapunji also received its highest rainfall since 1940.

In neighbouring Arunachal Pradesh, water from river Subansiri has submerged a dam that was under construction for a hydroelectric power project, news agency PTI reported.

Watch |&nbsp;India's Northeast hit by Monsoon floods: 1.8 mn stranded in Assam

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In Bangladesh, at least 15 people have been killed in eight districts due to lightning strikes since Friday, and four people were killed in landslides, police officials said.

The flooding in Bangladesh, described by a government expert as potentially the country`s worst since 2004, was exacerbated by the runoff from heavy rain across Indian mountains. Rain continued on Saturday, with more forecast over the next two days.

"Much of the country`s northeast is underwater and the situation is getting worse as heavy downpour continues," Reuters news agency quoted Mohammad Mosharraf Hossain, chief administrator of Bangladesh’s Sylhet region.

Bangladesh and India have experienced increasing extreme weather in recent years, causing large-scale damage. Environmentalists warn climate change could lead to more disasters, especially in low-lying and densely populated Bangladesh.

The worst-hit Sunamganj district in Bangladesh is almost disconnected from the rest of the country, Hossain told Reuters, adding that authorities helped by the army were focused on rescuing those trapped and distributing relief.

"There is a shortage of boats, which makes it harder to move people to safer places," he said. "Today the navy is joining us in rescue efforts."

(With inputs from agencies)

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Monsoon-triggered torrential rains have caused massive flooding and landslide in northeastern states in India and Bangladesh, leaving more than 6 million people marooned and killing at least 18 people in both the countries, according to reports.

Monsoon-triggered torrential rains have caused massive flooding and landslide in northeastern states in India and Bangladesh, leaving more than 6 million people marooned and killing at least 18 people in both the countries, according to reports. The authorities say that the situation could get worse in the upcoming days. More than 3 million people were affected in India’s Assam state, where at least 63 people have lost their lives so far, including eight reported dead on Saturday. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called up Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to take stock of the situation. The CM also visited a few relief camps sheltering affected people in Kamrup and Darrang districts. The toll in the current second wave of floods and landslides in the state has increased to 63 as two deaths each were reported from Barpeta and Karimganj while one each died in Darrang, Hailakandi, Nalbari and Sonitpur districts. Speaking to media persons, Sarma said that the district administration is ready to face any exigency and to help the flood-affected people. ''The administration has been directed to ensure relief supplies and evacuate people from vulnerable areas to relief camps. The Army is ready to provide assistance and the deputy commissioners have been asked to take their help when required. NDRF and SDRF personnel are evacuating affected people to safer places,'' he said. The Central Water Commission (CWC) bulletin on Saturday stated that the river Kopili is flowing above 'High Flood Level' in Nagaon district, while other rivers such as the Brahmaputra, Jia-Bharali, Puthimari, Pagladia, Manas, Beki, Barak and Kushiara are flowing above the danger level at different places. A population of over 3.1 million have been affected in 32 districts, according to a report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) on Saturday. In Tripura state, over 10,000 people have been left homeless due to inundation since Friday but there is no report of any human casualty, according to reports. Meghalaya's Mawsynram and Cherrapunji also received its highest rainfall since 1940. In neighbouring Arunachal Pradesh, water from river Subansiri has submerged a dam that was under construction for a hydroelectric power project, news agency PTI reported. Watch | India's Northeast hit by Monsoon floods: 1.8 mn stranded in Assam In Bangladesh, at least 15 people have been killed in eight districts due to lightning strikes since Friday, and four people were killed in landslides, police officials said. The flooding in Bangladesh, described by a government expert as potentially the country`s worst since 2004, was exacerbated by the runoff from heavy rain across Indian mountains. Rain continued on Saturday, with more forecast over the next two days. "Much of the country`s northeast is underwater and the situation is getting worse as heavy downpour continues," Reuters news agency quoted Mohammad Mosharraf Hossain, chief administrator of Bangladesh’s Sylhet region. Bangladesh and India have experienced increasing extreme weather in recent years, causing large-scale damage. Environmentalists warn climate change could lead to more disasters, especially in low-lying and densely populated Bangladesh. The worst-hit Sunamganj district in Bangladesh is almost disconnected from the rest of the country, Hossain told Reuters, adding that authorities helped by the army were focused on rescuing those trapped and distributing relief. "There is a shortage of boats, which makes it harder to move people to safer places," he said. "Today the navy is joining us in rescue efforts." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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