08:17 (IST)
Delhi Flood LIVE Updates
Delhi CM Kejriwal announces financial aid of Rs 10,000 each for flood-affected families
With the Yamuna's water level returning to dangerous levels after reaching a record high, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal promised a cash relief of Rs 10,000 per family for flood victims on Sunday, even as the blame game over the crisis persisted.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) administration in Delhi issued a flood control order, sparking a controversy, with LG office sources stating that the apex committee for flood control and preparedness, led by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, had not met in the previous two years.
The municipal government, on the other hand, disputed the accusation, claiming that the meeting to discuss flood preparedness, convened by ministers Atishi and Saurabh Bharadwaj, took place on May 9. It further said that the flood control order was issued in compliance with the law.
The reprieve from flooded roads and slowed traffic was short-lived, as storms pummelling portions of the national capital on Sunday evening, reintroducing waterlogging difficulties.
08:04 (IST)
Delhi Flood LIVE Updates
Bhairon Marg, ISBT Kashmere Gate-Timarpur stretch among roads opened for traffic in Delhi
The Delhi Traffic Police claimed that as the flood situation in the national capital eased on Sunday, various roads, including Bhairon Marg, were reopened for traffic flow.
The Ring Road section between ISBT Kashmere Gate to Timarpur and Civil Lines (Mall Road side) has also been opened, according to a traffic warning.
In addition, the Ring Road section from Sarai Kale Khan to IP Flyover to Rajghat has been made accessible to light vehicles. However, the Ring Road section between Shanti Van and Monkey Bridge, as well as the Yamuna Bazar-ISBT, remains closed.
"Ring Road from Majnu Ka Tila to Hanuman Setu is closed. Carriageway from IP College to Chandgiram Akhara is also closed. Carriageway from Chandgiram Akhara to Shanti Van has been closed due to mud as its opening may affect the safety of commuters," the advisory said.
07:54 (IST)
Uttarakhand LIVE Updates
Landslides triggered by rains; Ganga breaches danger mark, alert issued in Haridwar
Rains battered various parts of Uttarakhand on Sunday, causing landslides and closing many highways, even as the Ganga reached the danger level in Devprayag and the alert level in Haridwar due to a large discharge of water from the Alaknanda dam.
According to authorities, the Ganga was flowing at 463.20 metres, causing water to flood Sangam Ghat, Ramkund, Dhaneshwar Ghat, and Fuladi Ghat. The Ganga's water level also rose dramatically when 2,000-3,000 cusecs of water were released from the dam of the GVK hydropower plant built on the Alaknanda River.
07:52 (IST)
Opposition Party Joint Meeting LIVE Updates
Second joint meeting of Opposition parties in Bengaluru from today
In preparation for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the Congress has gathered support from a total of 25 parties for the second Opposition Unity meeting, which begins on Monday in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Leaders from at least 26 opposition parties will gather in Bengaluru on July 17-18 to exhibit a united front against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) administration at the Centre.
07:27 (IST)
Delhi Flood LIVE Updates
River Yamuna water level at 205.50 metres, expected to come below 'danger mark' soon
The Yamuna water level in Delhi is currently at 205.50 metres and is likely to fall below the 'danger mark' shortly.
Yamuna River's water level began to fall on Sunday and was reported at 205.50 metres at 11 p.m. at the Old Railway Bridge. Though the water level is currently over the danger barrier of 205.33 metres, authorities expect it to drop shortly.
Previously, the Yamuna River in Delhi had a water level of 205.56 metres at 8 p.m. on Sunday.
The Yamuna water level in Delhi is currently at 205.50 metres and is likely to fall below the ‘danger mark’ shortly.
The Yamuna River’s water level began to fall on Sunday and was reported at 205.50 metres at 11 p.m. at the Old Railway Bridge. Though the water level is currently over the danger barrier of 205.33 metres, authorities expect it to drop shortly.
Previously, the Yamuna River in Delhi had a water level of 205.56 metres at 8 p.m. on Sunday.
“Yamuna’s water level is rapidly decreasing,” said Delhi Revenue Minister Atishi on Sunday, “and we are hopeful that by tonight Yamuna’s water level will be below the danger level.”
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