disaster relief efforts
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens: Indonesia Flood Victims Resort to Looting as Death Toll Reaches 442
Nov 30, 2025 09:31 pm CST
In the aftermath of devastating floods in Indonesia, desperate residents of Sumatra have begun looting stores for survival as aid struggles to reach isolated areas. The disaster has claimed 442 lives with 402 still missing, while displacing over 290,700 people across three provinces. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka faces its own crisis with 193 flood-related deaths as Cyclone Ditwah approaches India's southern coast.
Heroic Doctor Ziplines Across Gorge to Treat Landslide Victims in West Bengal
Oct 08, 2025 02:36 pm CST
A dedicated medical professional in West Bengal risked his life by traversing a deep gorge via zipline to provide critical care to patients isolated by devastating landslides. Dr. Irfan Molla, Nagrakata's Block Medical Officer, used specialized safety equipment to reach Bamandanga village after roads were destroyed. This act of extraordinary commitment occurred amidst severe flooding that has claimed 28 lives in northern West Bengal, with rescue operations ongoing across the affected regions.
Darjeeling Landslide Survivors Recount Horror as Death Toll Rises Above 30
Oct 07, 2025 05:35 pm CST
Survivors from Darjeeling's Soureni village share their harrowing experiences after devastating landslides destroyed their homes and claimed over 30 lives in northern West Bengal. As rescue operations continue for missing persons and stranded tourists, displaced families in relief camps appeal for permanent resettlement and housing assistance from the government.
Darjeeling Landslides Death Toll Reaches 24: Rescue Operations Continue as Thousands of Tourists Remain Stranded
Oct 06, 2025 02:51 pm CST
The devastating landslides in Darjeeling have claimed 24 lives as NDRF teams continue rescue operations in challenging conditions. Thousands of tourists remain stranded in hill areas, while officials warn of potential additional landslides due to ongoing heavy rainfall. Relief camps have been established as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee prepares to visit the affected regions.