monsoon flooding
Devastating Floods and Landslides Claim Over 1,100 Lives Across Southeast Asia
Dec 01, 2025 08:33 pm CST
Catastrophic flooding and landslides have claimed more than 1,100 lives across Southeast Asia, with Sri Lanka and Indonesia suffering the heaviest casualties. Military forces are conducting rescue operations as entire villages remain cut off from aid. Climate change is intensifying monsoon rains, creating what Sri Lanka's president called "the largest and most challenging natural disaster in our history." The devastation spans four countries, with hundreds still missing and governments struggling to provide relief.
Centre Approves Rs 1,950 Crore Disaster Relief Fund to Karnataka and Maharashtra for Monsoon Flood Recovery
Oct 20, 2025 02:41 am CST
The Indian government has allocated Rs 1,950.80 crore as the second installment of disaster relief funds to Karnataka and Maharashtra to assist recovery efforts following severe monsoon flooding. This is part of a larger national disaster response initiative that has already distributed over Rs 13,600 crore to affected states, with comprehensive support including 199 NDRF teams deployed across India.
After 'Gen Z' Stir In Nepal, Fury Over 'Nepo Babies' In Philippines
Sep 19, 2025 04:28 pm CST
Weeks of heavy monsoon rains have flooded much of the Philippines, showing how vulnerable low-lying towns are, and triggering deep public anger over corruption and the flashy lifestyles of the wealthy.