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The state government put 10 coastal districts on alert as Hirakud dam water reached Mundali barrage on Sunday morning. Officials said Sunday night is crucial as huge water volumes pass through the Mahanadi river. Engineer-in-chief Dillip Kumar Rout said, “Maximum flow through the Mundali could be around 7 lakh cusec.”
The Supreme Court ruled that families cannot claim Motor Vehicles Act compensation just because a murder happened inside a car. Justices Sanjay Karol and Augustine George Masih said, “Some link whatsoever between the car, and the death has to be established.” The court overturned previous decisions lacking this clear evidence.
The UP government plans to outsource cleanliness work in district court complexes across the state. Principal secretary Uday Pratap Singh said, “We are framing a model aimed at ensuring regular cleanliness and construction of proper toilets.” This move follows a January 15, 2025 Supreme Court order to improve court hygiene.
South Coast Railway General Manager Sandeep Mathur inspected infrastructure projects across four divisions. He covered nearly 3,500 kilometres to check railway operations, safety measures, and passenger amenities. Mathur reviewed 35 major stations and 23 Amrit Bharat projects. He also assessed monsoon readiness and crowd management plans for the upcoming Godavari Pushkaram.
Fresh showers added to the flood misery of Kendrapara villagers as rain hit temporary shelters over the past two days. Thousands in Aul, Rajkanika, and Pattamundai blocks face hardship after homes collapsed. Anath Behera said, “On Saturday night, rainwater entered our makeshift tent, leaving us in deep distress.” Relief efforts continue.
Punjab governor Gulab Chand Kataria urged youth to lead a drug-free India during Sunday’s Chandigarh launch of the "Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Abhiyaan". Prime Minister Narendra Modi started this 100-week campaign to fight substance abuse. Kataria said, "India's youth are not only the nation's future but also its greatest strength."
The 11th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force deployed an extra flood rescue team at Varanasi ghats for Shravan pilgrims. The team uses motorboats and water ambulances to ensure safety during the Sawan Mela. Commanding officer Anoop Singh Bisht said, "The 11th Battalion is committed to ensuring the safe conduct."
Heavy rain lashed several parts of Kerala on Monday, with three weather stations recording over 100 mm of rainfall. District collectors declared a holiday for all educational institutions as the flood risk intensified. Authorities directed residents in low-lying areas to move to safer locations while officials monitor the worsening situation.
The Delhi government approved a 100% pay hike for disaster management officers on Sunday, the first increase since 2009. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said, "the approved remuneration structure provides for an increase of up to 100% for these personnel." These officials manage emergency centres and coordinate critical safety drills across Delhi.
The Bihar government will sign an MoU with the Brahmakumaris to strengthen its de-addiction campaign. Samrat Choudhary said, "A strong resolve against addiction and wide public participation are essential for a developed Bihar." The state started a 100-week nationwide Jan Bhagidari campaign to keep youth away from substance abuse.
The Delhi government told the NGT that a new Yamuna flood safety wall will be ready by 31.03.2027. The report said the 2023 floods reached 208.66m, causing major overtopping. Officials said design work is in progress, though the ITO barrage will stay under Haryana control for now to manage water.
Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Sunday that he would engage experts from IIT-Guwahati to fix riverbank erosion. He promised compensation for families hit by floods. Sarma said, "I will soon meet experts from IIT-G to find a lasting solution." The state lost much land since 1950.