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Asia Rice: Higher reserve price makes Indian rice exports costlier; Bangladesh rates firm

India's rice export prices have increased due to higher reserve prices and planting delays. Bangladesh rice prices remain firm as flood fears outweigh ample government stockpiles. Thailand's rice prices saw a slight decrease while demand remained limited. Vietnam's rice prices are unchanged with strong demand from the Philippines.

The Economic Times · Jul 11

Flash flooding traps hundreds of people in rural US' Missouri

Torrential downpours caused flash flooding in Missouri's Ozark Mountains on Friday. Hundreds were trapped by high waters along the rain-swollen Black River. National Guard helicopters rescued about 200 people from Camp Taum Sauk. Rescue teams also saved over ninety individuals from inundated homes and vehicles. No fatalities were reported as…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

Missouri declares state of emergency over severe storms and flooding

Governor Mike Kehoe urges people to follow guidelines with more heavy rain expected through the weekend

The Guardian - US · Jul 10

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Campers stuck in trees as flash flooding tears through Missouri

State mutual aid was requested after dispatchers reported stranded campers climbing into trees to escape rising waters

The Independent UK · Jul 10

Weather tracker: Typhoon leaves people stranded on rooftops in China

Eleven reported dead as flooding also brings danger of snakes, while buildings collapse in Mumbai amid heavy rain

The Guardian - UK · Jul 10

Mumbai's ₹13,000-crore flood plan: How it will become a 'Sponge City'

Maharashtra's Chief Minister announced a Rs 13,000-crore flood mitigation plan for Mumbai. This comprehensive proposal integrates traditional and nature-based drainage improvement methods. The plan aims to address chronic flooding issues, particularly in low-lying city regions. Funding will be shared by the National Disaster Response Fund, state government, and BMC. Detailed…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Gujarat to provide Rs 6,800 assistance to all flood-affected families in Surat: Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi

Gujarat's Deputy Chief Minister announced expedited flood relief measures for Surat city. Financial assistance for household items has reached over twenty percent of affected families. Authorities are distributing new clothes to migrant workers who lost belongings in the floods. Cleanliness, safe drinking water, and public health remain key government priorities.…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

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New Jersey Floodwaters Have Receded, but Sewage, Chemical Runoff, and Mold Create New Health Dangers

New Jersey flooding after the July heat wave left floodwater contaminated with E. coli, sewage, and fuel. Mold can begin growing in 24–48 hours. Here's how to stay safe.

Medical Daily · Jul 9

Mud and debris left behind after deadly floods in southern China

Residents in Guangxi, southern China, clear mud and debris after deadly floods damaged homes and streets following heavy rainfall.

Euronews · Jul 9

Why Mumbai still floods despite upgraded infrastructure; and why even light rain disrupts the city

Mumbai recorded exceptionally high rainfall, exceeding normal monsoon levels significantly. This extreme weather event surpassed annual averages of many major Indian cities. Climate change is increasingly reshaping rainfall patterns across the country. Urban development has reduced natural water absorption, worsening flooding issues. Blocked drains and infrastructure limits further contribute to…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Bow flooding: Hundreds of homes left without water in heatwave as main bursts

People rescued from pub as flooding up to a metre deep engulfs area in east London

Evening Standard · Jul 9

Gurgaon Waterlogging: Why does the Millennium City of Fortune 500 firms flood every time it rains? The answer has nothing to do with weather

Gurugram's corporate corridor became a swamp after recent heavy rainfall. The city floods due to dismantled natural drainage systems over decades. Ponds and bunds, which once managed runoff, have largely disappeared. Extensive concrete development redirects rainwater onto unprepared roads. Restoring water bodies and green cover is essential to prevent future…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Venomous snakes escape breeding farms in southern China during flooding

Local media in Hengzhou report king ratsnakes and cobras among hundreds in flood waters caused by typhoon Maysak

The Guardian - UK · Jul 9

Typhoon Bavi mapped: Taiwan and China brace for the ‘most powerful storm in years’ after floods kill 39

Bavi will be region’s most powerful typhoon since 2024 if it maintains its forecast intensity

The Independent UK · Jul 9

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The Economic Times · Jul 9

Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, Ghaziabad Waterlogging Alert: Check list of flooded areas in Delhi-NCR where you may encounter problem

Heavy monsoon rains have caused significant waterlogging across Delhi-NCR today. Authorities are managing the situation while issuing advisories for commuters. Several key roads and railway stations are experiencing severe traffic disruptions. Gurugram has renewed its work-from-home advisory for corporate employees. Rain activity is expected to continue for the next two…

Bangkok Post · Jul 8

Songkhla flood plan gets nod from govt

The government has approved a flood preparedness plan for Songkhla province, including fast-tracked funding to repair damaged infrastructure and restore the southern commercial hub of Hat Yai within 100 days after devastating floods late last year.

The Times of India · Jul 8

Asia’s Water Tower is turning more dangerous as glaciers retreat, and scientists say warming is raising flood, landslide and debris-flow risks downstream

Asia's Water Towers face new dangers from climate warming. Mountains are becoming unstable, increasing flood and landslide risks for people. Glacial lakes are expanding, posing threats of sudden, destructive outburst floods. Improved monitoring and international cooperation are now urgently needed. Adaptation measures are essential to minimize future losses and ensure…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Life Advice quote of the day by Chinese philosopher Mozi: 'Whoever criticizes others must have something to replace them. Criticism without suggestion is like trying to stop flood with flood and put out fire with fire. It will surely be without worth' offers words of wisdom on principle of life, responsibility as citizens

Quote of the day by Chinese philosopher Mozi offers a timeless lesson about responsibility and constructive communication. Identifying problems is only the beginning; meaningful progress requires practical solutions, empathy, and cooperation. Whether in education, leadership, personal relationships, or public life, criticism becomes valuable only when it encourages learning and positive…

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Guitar World · Jul 8

“There were just ideas pouring out of him… then he got on that helicopter and took off”: The legacy of Stevie Ray Vaughan, and what could have been

How SRV followed Texas Flood, wrestled blues guitar from the club to MTV and became the guitar hero everyone wanted to copy – all before passing too soon

The Times of India · Jul 8

Florida spent nearly 40 years undoing a major flood-control project, filling canals and restoring 43 miles of Kissimmee River bends after wetlands were damaged; by 2021, over 26,000 acres returned

Central Florida's Kissimmee River was straightened into a canal for flood control. This engineering project caused significant environmental damage to the surrounding wetlands. A long-term restoration effort then worked to re-establish the river's natural winding path. Water returned to the floodplain, allowing native plants and wildlife to recover. The project…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis defends Mumbai-Pune Expressway 'Missing Link' project, warns critics spreading 'lies'

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis defended the Mumbai-Pune Expressway Missing Link project. He stated initial challenges are inevitable in major infrastructure works. Fadnavis accused critics of spreading falsehoods and warned against defaming Maharashtra. The project includes India's widest cable-stayed bridge and massive viaducts. He also discussed Mumbai's comprehensive Rs 13,000-crore…

The Independent UK · Jul 8

Hundreds of snakes escape after floodwaters inundate breeding farm in China

Authorities deploy emergency teams to capture escaped reptiles and warn residents to avoid flooded areas until recovery operations are complete

The Economic Times · Jul 8

IMD issues flash flood risk warning for Maharashtra, Goa and Gujarat amid heavy rain: Check affected districts

India Meteorological Department issued flash flood warnings for several districts. Heavy rainfall triggered another flash flood in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. Moderate flash flood risk is likely in parts of Konkan, Goa, and Gujarat. Surface runoff and inundation are possible in saturated soils and low-lying areas. The weather office…

Times Life · Jul 8

Kaziranga in Assam Is the Wildlife Reserve India Has No Answer To, And the Rhino Is Why

The animal that stops you coldYou are sitting in an open jeep on a dirt track through tall elephant grass when the rhino appears. Not far away. Not behind a fence. Close enough that you can see the texture of its armoured skin, the way its small eyes register you…

Medical Daily · Jul 7

Flooding Rain Triggered a New Jersey Store Roof Collapse and Left Drivers Stranded in Rising Water

Heat wave broke Monday with flooding across NYC, Philadelphia, and NJ. A BJ's roof collapsed in Ocean Township. Two people briefly trapped. Flash flood warnings active now.

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