Massive landslides in Wayanad, Kerala kill 8 amid heavy rain
Wayanad: At least eight people, including three children, have been confirmed dead following massive landslides in Wayanad district early Tuesday morning. The first landslide occurred around 2 a.m., followed by another at approximately 4:10 a.m. The affected areas are near Meppadi.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), local fireforce units, and additional teams are currently engaged in rescue operations, which have been severely impeded by ongoing heavy rains. Two Air Force helicopters, an Mi-17 and an ALH, are also being deployed to assist with the efforts.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has assured that all possible measures are being taken to coordinate rescue operations, with ministers set to visit the region. A control room has been established, and helpline numbers 9656938689 and 8086010833 have been issued for emergency assistance.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 2 lakhs for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured. He has also expressed his condolences and assured support from the central government.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, who is also a former MP of Wayanad expressed his condolences and is coordinating with authorities to ensure effective relief efforts. He has urged UDF workers to assist in the rescue operations.
I am deeply anguished by the massive landslides near Meppadi in Wayanad. My heartfelt condolences go out to the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones. I hope those still trapped are brought to safety soon.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 30, 2024
I have spoken to the Kerala Chief Minister and the Wayanad…
The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for northern Kerala, including Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, Kozhikode, and Malappuram, warning of heavy rains and advising caution for locals and tourists.
Rescue operations continue as the region grapples with severe weather conditions and the aftermath of the landslides.
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Man arrested in connection with piracy of Zubeen Garg's last film
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Guwahati, (PTI): The person, identified as Rafiqul Islam, was arrested from Lakhipur in Goalpara district for allegedly uploading video clips on his YouTube channel, Rafiqul R Vlogs.
He was produced before the Chief Judicial Magistrate's Court and remanded to three days police custody.
A case was registered at the Cyber Police Station, Panbazar under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, read with relevant sections of the Information Technology Act, 2000; the Copyright Act, 1957 and Cinematograph Act, 1952.
The complaint was filed by the film's producer Shyamantak Gautam with the Cyber Police Station, Panbazar, alleging that the film was being uploaded by unauthorised persons within a few days of the film's release on October 31.
Zubeen Garg's last film has become the highest-grossing film in the history of the Assamese film industry, earning Rs 16 crore within the first 12 days of its release.
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