Google Maps image showing crack at Rani Jhari tourist spot triggers concern in Chikkamagaluru
Chikkamagaluru: A Google Maps image depicting a crack at the popular Rani Jhari tourist spot near Kalasa in Chikkamagaluru district has caused widespread concern among locals and tourists. The image, which recently went viral on social media, has led many to fear for the safety of the area, especially in light of recent landslides and natural disasters triggered by heavy rains in the region.
Rani Jhari, also known as Rani Jhari Edge Point, is a well-known trekking destination. The image has sparked panic among social media users, who are worried that the hillock might be at risk due to the ongoing heavy rainfall in the Malnad region. Many users expressed concerns that the crack shown in the image could lead to further instability in the area, endangering the lives of locals and visitors alike.
In response to these fears, officials from the Revenue Department conducted an inspection of Rani Jhari and confirmed that there is no crack in the hillock as depicted in the Google Maps image. They assured the public that the area remains safe, and there is no immediate threat to residents or tourists.
Despite the heavy rains in recent days, which have further fueled concerns, authorities have reassured the public that the image on Google Maps does not accurately represent the current state of the hillock.
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345 Indian fishermen stranded in Iran return home via Armenia
New Delhi (PTI): A group of 345 Indian fishermen, who were stranded in Iran amid escalating regional tensions, returned to India via Armenia on Saturday, officials said.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar thanked his Armenian counterpart Ararat Mirzoyan for assistance in return of the Indian nationals.
The Indian nationals arrived in Chennai this evening, the officials cited above said.
The circumstances that led to them being stranded in Iran were not immediately known.
"Thank FM @AraratMirzoyan and the Government of Armenia for facilitating the evacuation of Indian fishermen today from Iran, through Armenia to India," Jaishankar said on social media.
Over 1,500 Indian nationals have left Iran through land border crossings in Armenia and Azerbaijan since the start of the West Asia conflict over a month ago.
"A group of Indian fishermen, stranded in Iran, are returning home via Armenia today; their flight is expected to reach India this evening," a government statement said.
It said the Ministry of External Affairs continues to closely monitor the evolving situation in the West Asian region, with the safety, security and welfare of the Indian community being accorded the highest priority.
It also made a mention of five Indians being injured in Abu Dhabi on Friday.
According to Abu Dhabi authorities, the Indian nationals were among the 12 people injured by debris from an intercepted missile.
"In an attack in Abu Dhabi, five Indian nationals were injured; four have been discharged, one remains under treatment," the Indian government's statement said.
It said the Indian mission in Abu Dhabi is extending "full" assistance and coordinating with local authorities, adding that their flight is expected to reach India this evening.
