IndiGo has cancelled flights to and from Leh due to high temperatures exceeding 32°C, the maximum operating limit for Boeing 737 planes at Leh's airport. The airport, located at 10,682 feet above sea level, has imposed runway restrictions. The airline cites circumstances beyond their control. The cancellation comes as the region experiences an unusual temperature surge, linked to climate change. Flight operations will resume once temperatures drop. The incident highlights the impact of climate change on aviation operations in sensitive regions like Leh.

A moment of silence was observed in the Central Hall of Parliament House, New Delhi, to pay tribute to the victims of the Wayanad landslide and Delhi floods. The tribute was part of the Congress Parliamentary Party's general body meeting. The Wayanad landslide claimed over 150 lives, while three UPSC aspirants lost their lives in Delhi's floods. MPs and leaders honored the memory of the deceased and expressed condolences to their families. The gesture acknowledged the lives lost and expressed condolences to the affected families, recognizing the devastating impact of the recent disasters.  [Video Courtesy: ANI]

At least 156 people have died and over 180 are injured after massive landslides hit Wayanad, Kerala. The landslides, which occurred within a span of four hours on Tuesday, affected Mundakkai, Chooralmala, Attamala, and Noolpuzha villages. Over 100 people are feared trapped under debris. Rescue efforts are underway, with the Army and multiple agencies involved. Authorities are collecting data to determine the number of missing persons. The landslides were triggered by heavy rain, with several people swept away in the Chaliyar river. The situation remains dire, with many feared still trapped. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue efforts continue.

A series of landslides in Wayanad, Kerala, has resulted in 143 fatalities and 130 injuries. Approximately 100 people remain missing. Rescue operations are ongoing, with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Army personnel deployed. The landslides occurred within a four-hour span on Tuesday, prompting a large-scale response. Local authorities are gathering data to account for missing individuals. The search for trapped persons continues, with rescue teams working to reach affected areas. The Kerala government has mobilized resources to support affected communities and provide aid to those affected by the disaster.

The Indian Army has joined rescue operations in Kerala's Wayanad, where devastating landslides have claimed 116 lives. Heavy rains triggered the landslides in hilly areas near Meppadi early Tuesday. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Wayanad and northern Kerala, warning of extremely heavy rainfall in the next 24 hours. Rescue teams, including the National Disaster Response Force, are working to reach trapped individuals. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan declared two days of state mourning and urged residents to avoid travel to Wayanad. PM Modi assured central government support for managing the crisis.

Massive landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district have claimed at least 106 lives, injured 128, and left hundreds trapped. The disaster struck multiple hilly areas near Meppadi amid heavy rainfall. Rescue operations involve 225 Army personnel and two Air Force helicopters. The Kerala government has declared two days of mourning. Prime Minister Modi has announced compensation for victims’ families, and rescue efforts are being hampered by ongoing rain and debris. A red alert has been issued for affected districts, and local authorities are working to assist displaced families and coordinate relief efforts.

At least 93 people are dead and hundreds more are feared trapped following massive landslides in Wayanad, Kerala. Heavy rains triggered three landslides within four hours near Meppadi, devastating Mundakkai, Chooralmala, Attamala, and Noolpuzha villages. Rescue operations, involving the Army, Air Force, and NDRF, are ongoing despite difficult conditions. Prime Minister Modi has announced compensation for victims' families, while state authorities have declared two days of mourning. The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for heavy rain in several Kerala districts.

Ajita Pandey, a snake rescuer from Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, has garnered widespread admiration after a video of her fearlessly rescuing a snake from an office went viral. The footage shows Pandey calmly capturing the non-venomous snake from behind a computer system and placing it in a sack, while surprised office staff looked on. The video, shared on social media, quickly amassed over a million views and drew praise from various dignitaries, including Inspector General of Forests Ramesh Pandey. Viewers commended Pandey’s bravery and composure, highlighting the importance of awareness about snake behavior during monsoon season.

At least 84 people have been confirmed dead and hundreds are feared trapped following a series of massive landslides in Wayanad, Kerala. The landslides, which struck Meppadi and neighboring villages in rapid succession, have caused extensive damage, with many swept away in the Chaliyar river. Rescue operations involve 225 Army personnel, two Air Force helicopters, and a Navy team, but are hampered by ongoing heavy rain and debris blocking access. Prime Minister Modi has announced Rs 2 lakh compensation for victims' families and Rs 50,000 for those injured. Efforts are ongoing to reach isolated areas.

Satellite images show China has completed a 400-meter bridge over Pangong Lake in Ladakh, near the Line of Actual Control with India. The bridge, visible in images from July 22, has been black-topped and is being used by light motor vehicles. Experts say the bridge cuts travel time by several hours and reduces distance by 50-100 kilometers, allowing Chinese forces to quickly move troops between the lake's north and south banks. The construction, first revealed in January 2022, gives China a strategic advantage in the region. Satellite imagery confirms the bridge's completion.