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Delhi flood news highlights: Over 25.4k people evacuated so far, says government
Delhi flood news highlights: Three minor children drowned in a waterlogged area of Mukundpur in Northwest Delhi, said police.
Flood in Delhi live updates: Several developments took place in the submerged capital on Friday as authorities stepped up relief work. Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal paid a visit to Okhla water treatment plant and informed that the operations there have now resumed. Read | PM Modi dials up Shah, Delhi L-G from France, takes stock of flood-like situation in capital...Read More
Water level in Yamuna has been reducing since morning even as parts of capital including Kashmere Gate, Mahatma Gandhi Marg and adjoining Noida remained waterlogged.
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Three minor children drowned in a waterlogged area of Mukundpur in Northwest Delhi, said police adding that their bodies have been fished out and sent to a hospital for postmortem.
Delhi Lt governor and other ministers inspect the spot at Vikas Bhawan, ITO where a drain regulator is damaged
Arvind Kejriwal seeks NDRF, Army's help as damaged regulator threatens to flood Supreme Court
In a move to combat potential flooding in Delhi, revenue minister Atishi, has directed the chief secretary to call in the national disaster response force (NDRF) and the Indian Army for assistance.
Kejriwal to inspect damaged regulator that could flood Supreme Court at 11
The drain regulator at Vikas Bhawan, ITO in Delhi has suffered severe damage, leading to potential risks of flooding in the area. The chief minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, has announced his visit to the site today at 11am to inspect the situation and assess the extent of the damage.
Delhi: Water level in Yamuna river rises after incessant rainfall & release of water from Hathnikund barrage
Massive traffic snarl at NH-24 near Sarai Kale Khan T-Junction
The situation turned critical near the Sarai Kale Khan T-Junction on NH-24, where a massive traffic snarl brought the movement of vehicles to a grinding halt.
Yamuna floodwater engulfs Supreme Court entrance as drain backflow triggers crisis
Delhi traffic: Traffic disrupted on Vikas Marg towards ITO due to flooding
The flow of traffic along Vikas Marg has been severely disrupted today due to the overflow of floodwater. Commuters are advised to avoid this stretch and seek alternative routes to their destinations.
Delhi flood live: Heavy traffic jam at ITO; commuters face nearly 30-minute waiting time
Amid Yamuna floodwaters reaching parts of the national capital, a massive traffic jam was witnessed at the ITO area on Friday, with commuters facing a waiting time of nearly 30 minutes.
Delhi traffic: Traffic movement closed on Bhairon road
Traffic movement is closed on Bhairon Road due to overflow of drain water near Railway Under Bridge.
Commuters are advised to avoid the stretch.
Delhi flood news: Yamuna water level recedes
At 6 am, Yamuna water levels stood at 208.46 metres, slightly lower than yesterday night's 208.66. The Central Water Commission has predicted that the water levels will fall today and could reach 208.30 metres by 1 pm.
Delhi flood live: Waterlogging woes continue to plague Shanti Van area
Delhi's Shanti Van area remains in the grip of a relentless water-logging crisis, causing inconvenience and hardship for residents and commuters alike.
Delhi traffic updates: Mahatma Gandhi Marg disrupted, Pragati Maidan tunnel open
Delhiites continued to face traffic woes on Thursday as several parts of the national capital near Yamuna were flooded due to the overflowing river. A regulator of the Delhi Irrigation and Flood Control Department has also suffered damage near the Indraprastha bus stand and the WHO Building on Drain No 12, exacerbating the already dire situation. The damaged regulator allowed the Yamuna water to flow back towards the city. Read more
Heavy rainfall, rising Yamuna River cause severe flooding in parts of Delhi | Watch
The national capital is grappling with a flood situation as heavy rainfall and a increase in the water level of the Yamuna River have resulted in widespread waterlogging in several areas. The city's infrastructure has been severely affected, with visuals emerging from near the Supreme Court showcasing the extent of the devastation.
Delhi to see light to moderate rain today
Regional weather forecast centre (RWFC) in the national capital have predicted a thunderstorm with light to moderate intensity rain Delhi on Friday.
Irrigation department regulator suffers damage, Yamuna water flows back towards Delhi
As the overflowing Yamuna disrupted daily life in parts of the national capital on Thursday, a regulator of the Delhi Irrigation and Flood Control Department suffered damage near the Indraprastha bus stand and the WHO Building on Drain No 12, exacerbating the already dire situation.
Waterlogging woes plague ITO road as Yamuna River overflows
Residents and commuters in the vicinity of ITO Road have been severely affected by the persistent water-logging situation caused by the rise in the water level of the Yamuna River.
Metro trains crossing Yamuna bridges with restricted speed due to rising river water level: DMRC
Delhi Metro trains are crossing the four Yamuna bridges with a restricted speed of 30 kmph as a precautionary measure due to rising water level of the Yamuna, the DMRC said on Thursday.
23,692 people evacuated, Yamuna River continues to flow at 208.63 metres
A total of 23,692 people were evacuated on Thursday from the adjacent areas of the Yamuna River in Delhi, as the water level continues to rise, continuously surpassing the danger mark, an official statement said.
Delhi flood: Rajghat wakes up ankle-deep misery
Waterlogging continued near Rajghat due to rise in water level in Yamuna river following heavy rains.
