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Afghanistan Flash Floods Kill Hundreds, Destroy Homes

Flash floods triggered by heavy rains have killed over 300 people in Afghanistan, with thousands of homes destroyed. The northern provinces are the worst-hit. Read for details on the devastation and rescue efforts.

12 Dead, 11 Injured in Afghanistan Flash Floods

Flash floods triggered by heavy rains ravage Afghanistan's northern provinces, killing 12 and injuring 11. The disaster highlights the country's vulnerability to extreme weather events.

Aishwarya Rai's Graceful 2005 Reply to Letterman

In 2005, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan calmly addressed a Western stereotype about Indian families on David Letterman's show. Her powerful explanation on living with parents remains a landmark cultural moment. Read the full story.

PAU Velodrome in Ludhiana Crumbles, Cyclists Worried

The once-prestigious PAU cycling velodrome in Ludhiana, built in 1989, is now in severe disrepair. Cracked tracks, poor lighting, and lack of funding threaten its legacy and rider safety. Read more.

MPs Contribute Rs 9.25 Crore for Punjab Flood Relief

Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh confirms Punjab floods declared a national calamity on eSakshi portal. MPs from across parties donated Rs 9.25 crore from MPLAD funds. Read the full list of contributors and details.

Asia Floods, Cyclones Kill 1000, 800 Missing

Catastrophic floods and cyclones have claimed over 1000 lives across Asia, with 800 still missing. Read the full report on the disaster's impact and rescue efforts.

Sri Lanka Cyclone Ditwah: 355 Dead, 366 Missing

Cyclone Ditwah's devastating floods and landslides have claimed 355 lives in Sri Lanka, with 366 still missing. Read the latest updates on the rescue efforts and the nation's worst disaster in a decade.

Southeast Asia Floods: Death Toll Crosses 500

Catastrophic floods and landslides across Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia claim over 500 lives. Relief teams struggle to reach affected areas as millions face devastation.

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