Jammu and Kashmir bans construction near riverbanks after devastating flashfloods, prioritizing safety and disaster resilience.
Kumamoto, Japan, has significantly improved its earthquake preparedness with resilient buildings and community search and rescue training.
Cloudbursts in Kishtwar and Shopian caused flashfloods, damaging property. Schools closed in Chenab Valley due to heavy rains.
Flash floods triggered by a cloudburst in Kishtwar's Chatroo area have caused widespread damage, leading to school closures across Kishtwar, Doda, and Ramban districts.
J&K Minister Javed Ahmed Rana calls for a comprehensive long-term disaster mitigation plan in Poonch after rain-related incidents claimed 18 lives.
Rajouri Deputy CM reviews flashflood response, directing swift restoration and long-term mitigation plans.
Jammu-Srinagar National Highway closed due to landslides and heavy rains, with rescue operations ongoing for missing persons.
Heavy rains have caused at least 24 deaths and 7 disappearances in Jammu, halting all major pilgrimages.
Authorities restore 356 of 435 damaged roads in Rajouri and Poonch amid ongoing rescue and relief operations.
Seasonal streams in Jammu, often overlooked, are proving deadlier than major rivers during heavy rains due to encroachments and unplanned construction.