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National Disaster Management Authority News

Only 4 of 22 NDMA flood-control works completed in two years

Nearly two years after flood-control works were sanctioned under NDMA in Wadgaonsheri, only four of 22 projects have been completed, raising concern over delays ahead of the monsoon. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Published 15 days ago

Assam to roll out emergency mobile alert system to warn citizens about impending disasters

Assam to roll out emergency mobile alert system to warn citizens about impending disasters

Published 37 days ago

Delhi to complete digital mapping of all govt schools by June-end

The government is targeting completion of data collection from around 1,090 government schools before students return after the summer vacation. (HT Photo)

Published 58 days ago

Haryana strengthens disaster preparedness with statewide emergency response framework

Haryana strengthens disaster preparedness with statewide emergency response framework

Published 61 days ago

Centre tests nationwide emergency alert system

Centre tests nationwide emergency alert system

Published 70 days ago

Haryana to hold ‘flood mock drill’ in 13 districts on May 14

According to the official communication issued by the department of revenue and disaster management, Haryana, the mock exercise will be conducted in four stages to ensure comprehensive preparedness.

Published 72 days ago

NDMA ramping up Heat Action Plans, eyes parametric insurance to shield vulnerable workers

NDMA ramping up Heat Action Plans, eyes parametric insurance to shield vulnerable workers

Published 80 days ago

Ecological lessons for urban planners

In Mumbai, efforts are on to meet the city’s need for decent urban infrastructure. Its wetlands and mangrove forests, and its developmental aspirations, are not to be posed as binaries. (Satish Bate/HT Photo)

Published 129 days ago

Chamoli avalanche, Wayanad landslide, other disasters were avoidable: NDMA

According to preliminary assessments, Wayanad’s green cover loss is estimated at up to 62% (1950–2018); tea plantation growth rates are under review.

Updated 134 days ago

Received an emergency alert on your phone today? Here's what it means

The message was received by both Android and iPhone users

Updated 141 days ago

Chandigarh: Army, NDMA conclude disaster management conclave at Chandimandir

The conclave was organised by the Army’s Western Command in strategic partnership with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). (HT Photo)

Published 163 days ago

Haryana to have its own disaster response force

A quick response team will also be stationed in each of the four divisions. (Picture only for representational purpose)

Published 172 days ago

Sheltering the homeless as the temperature drops

Many northern states, especially major cities like Delhi, set up temporary shelters each winter to protect the homeless during cold waves. However, both their availability and upkeep leave much to be desired. (PTI)

Published 177 days ago

Utilise IITs-developed models for disaster mitigation in UP: NDMA secretary

NCC, Bharat Scouts and Guides, students and public should be trained in disaster management, said Manish Bhardwaj (For Representation)

Published 190 days ago

Disaster mgmt must include digital threats: Delhi edu minister

Disaster mgmt must include digital threats: Delhi edu minister

Published 221 days ago

Powerful Afghanistan quake caught on camera, mud-brick homes shake | Watch

Footage on social media from Mazar-e-Sharif, the capital of northern Balkh province, showed several bricks had fallen from the walls of the Blue Mosque

Updated 250 days ago

HPU’s Mahesh Sharma in NDMA expert committee for Uttarakhand

Mahesh Sharma, the deputy director of Himachal Pradesh University’s (HPU) Himalayan Centre for Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience, has been nominated by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), as an expert for the proposed post-disaster needs assessment (PDNA) in Uttarakhand. (File photo)

Published 296 days ago

Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan flooded after heavy rain | Video

Gurdwara Sri Kartarpur Sahib, Punjab, Pakistan inundated in rainwater after intense downpour

Updated 318 days ago

ACC appoints 15 IAS officers in ministries

ACC appoints 15 IAS officers in ministries

Published 320 days ago

7 dead as heavy rain hits Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Peshawar, Charsadda, Mardan, and North and South Waziristan, residents also faced heavy rainfall.

Published 320 days ago

Pakistan monsoon rain havoc: Death toll climbs to 225 in 48 hours

Residents walk next to damaged cars stuck to an electric pole following flash flooding due to heavy rains in a neighborhood of Mingora, the main town of Swat Valley, northwestern Pakistan, Friday, Aug. 15, 2025.

Published 329 days ago

Pakistan monsoon death toll reaches 299; NDMA warns of more rain

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned of more rain and storms in the north and central regions from August 4 to 7

Published 342 days ago

From schools to factories: Mock disaster drill unfolds across Greater Noida

Noida Police during a mock drill earlier this year. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)

Published 344 days ago

NDMA and Army to conduct earthquake preparedness drills in Delhi-NCR from today

The mock drill will see participation from 11 districts in Delhi, 2 districts in Uttar Pradesh, and 6 districts in Haryana.
(File)

Updated 347 days ago

Monsoon mayhem: Over 200 dead, 560 injured as relentless rains lash Pakistan

Monsoon rains in Pakistan have been linked to several deaths, including dozens of children, since they arrived in late June,

Published 356 days ago

54 people killed in 24 hours of heavy monsoon rain in Pakistan

Commuters make their way through a flooded street during heavy monsoon rains in Rawalpindi on July 17, 2025.

Published 359 days ago

Funds approved under NDMA to mitigate urban flooding in Pune lying with state govt

The funds are with the state government and I will ensure that they are released to the PMC very soon, said Pune member of Parliament (MP) and minister of state for civil aviation, Murlidhar Mohol. (HT FILE)

Published 386 days ago

Mahayuti reverses pre-election hike in crop loss compensation to farmers

Mahayuti reverses pre-election hike in crop loss compensation to farmers

Published 405 days ago

State relies on centre’s War Book to manage war-like situations

CM Devendra Fadnavis. (ANI Photo) (CMO Maharashtra X)

Published 426 days ago

Delhi to install 100 air raid sirens, despite ceasefire

An air raid siren installed on the PWD building at ITO in New Delhi on Friday. (ANI)

Published 427 days ago

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