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Environment11 Oct, 14:22

Tamil Nadu Experiences Varied Rainfall, Forecasts Continued Rain Through Mid-October

Tamil Nadu has experienced varied rainfall patterns since September 2026, with some districts receiving excess rain while others faced deficits. Isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall occurred in early October across several districts. The Chennai Meteorological Centre has forecast continued rain, including heavy downpours in hilly regions and moderate rain elsewhere, through October 13th. Conditions are favorable for the Northeast Monsoon to begin around October 17th.

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Kalahandi Cows

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Crime & Justice29 Sept, 14:00

Elephant Attacks Kill Four Farmers in Odisha Districts

Between September 24 and September 29, 2026, at least four farmers died in elephant attacks in Odisha, India. Incidents were reported in Kalahandi and Dhenkanal districts. Victims included Akur Herna, Drimba Majhi, Bishnu Nayak, and Bulu Maharana, who were attacked while working in or near their fields.

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Business & Economy7 Aug, 08:47

Union Cabinet approves Rs 23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme for biogas production

The Union Cabinet has approved the GOBARdhan scheme, a national initiative with an outlay of Rs 23,731 crore aimed at increasing domestic compressed biogas production ten-fold. The scheme, which will be implemented from the 2026-27 to 2035-36 financial years, seeks to convert agricultural residue, cattle dung, and municipal organic waste into clean fuel and organic manure to enhance energy security and rural income.

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A cup of Assam Tea with lemon

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Environment7 Aug, 12:12

Assam flood death toll reaches 97 as over 1.68 lakh people remain affected

The flood situation in Assam remains critical, with the death toll from this year's monsoon season rising to 97. As of Friday, over 1.68 lakh people across 15 districts continue to be affected by the deluge, which has submerged hundreds of villages and damaged agricultural land. While some areas have seen water levels recede, authorities are maintaining relief camps and distribution centers to assist displaced residents. Railway connectivity in the Sivasagar district has been restored following repairs to tracks damaged by floodwaters.

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Canon at Karnataka Government Museum 2

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Health13 Aug, 12:01

Karnataka government bans sale and distribution of tobacco and nicotine products for one year

The Karnataka government has imposed a one-year ban on the manufacture, storage, distribution, transportation, and sale of gutkha and pan masala containing tobacco or nicotine. The order, issued by the Department of Food Safety and Drugs Administration on August 10, aims to protect public health. The prohibition applies to both packaged and unpackaged products, including those sold separately that are intended to be mixed by consumers.

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Pudong Shanghai November 2017 panorama

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World11 Aug, 11:09

Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall on China's eastern coast

Typhoon Dolphin struck China's eastern coast on Sunday, prompting authorities to issue a red alert and evacuate over one million people. The storm, which previously impacted Japan, brought heavy rainfall and strong winds to regions including Zhejiang, Fujian, and Shanghai. The severe weather caused widespread disruption to transportation, resulting in the cancellation of over 1,000 flights and the suspension of some rail services across the affected areas.

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World11 Aug, 14:21

7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Western Colombia

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, causing widespread structural damage and casualties. The tremor, which originated at a depth of approximately 107 kilometers near San Jose del Palmar, was felt across the country and in neighboring nations. Emergency response teams are conducting search and rescue operations in affected cities, including Cali and Quibdo, as the government works to assess the impact of the disaster.

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