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Hindu Kush Himalaya region to face drier monsoon, but threats of climate-induced hazards remain: New analysis | India News

Hindu Kush Himalaya region to face drier monsoon, but threats of climate-induced hazards remain: New analysis | India News

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THE HINDU Kush Himalaya (HKH) region, the source of at least 10 large river basins in Asia, including Ganga, Indus and Brahmaputra in India, is likely to witness below-normal rainfall and above-normal temperatures in the upcoming monsoon, according to a new analysis. The combination of below par rainfall, owing to the El Niño weather phenomenon, and rising temperatures is also expected to increase drought as well as hazard risks from floods, glacial lake outbursts, and landslides, said the findings of the HKH monsoon outlook published by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) and the Institute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences. The HKH region is a mountain arc stretching 3,500 km across Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nepal, India, China, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Bhutan. Home to thousands of glaciers and large river basins such as Ganga, Indus, Brahmaputra, Yangtze, Irrawady, Mekong and Amu Darya, they support the food and livelihood security of about two billion people in this region of Asia. The HKH Monsoon Outlook 2026, warned that lower rainfall and warmer conditions will also …

HYDRAA receives complaints on fire hazards and encroachments during Prajavani

HYDRAA receives complaints on fire hazards and encroachments during Prajavani

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Complaints on encroachment of public spaces, potential flooding, fire safety hazards and other issues were raised during Hyderabad Disaster Response & Asset Protection Agency’s (HYDRAA) weekly grievance programme Prajavani | Photo Credit: BY ARRANGEMENT Hyderabad Disaster Response & Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) received 59 grievances during its weekly Prajavani programme on Monday (February 16, 2026), with complaints relating not only to encroachments on lakes, nalas, roads, parks, government lands and public-use sites, but also to potential fire hazards in residential areas. Oxygen cylinders in basements Several residents raised concerns over plastic and scrap shops operating close to houses, storage of inflammable materials in cellars, and commercial establishments functioning in residential buildings. Complainants urged HYDRAA to conduct immediate inspections and prevent fire accidents. HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath reviewed all 59 petitions and assigned them to the respective officials for redressal. Residents of Jubilee Hills Road No. 44 alleged that commercial activities in residential zones, including textile and furniture shops, posed fire risks. They complained that oxygen cylinders were stored in basements and sought urgent inspections. Food …

When Amitabh Bachchan Was Exposed To Contaminated Water On The Sets Of Kaala Patthar, Continued Shooting Despite Health Hazards!

When Amitabh Bachchan Was Exposed To Contaminated Water On The Sets Of Kaala Patthar, Continued Shooting Despite Health Hazards!

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When Amitabh Bachchan Was Exposed To Contaminated Water On The Sets Of Kaala Patthar (Photo Credit – Facebook) Die-hard fans of Amitabh Bachchan often get a glimpse of some interesting stories surrounding his personal and professional life in his popular quiz show, Kaun Banega Crorepati 16. In a recent episode of the show, one of the contestants revealed a story of the superstar’s astounding commitment and conviction towards his work. Contestant Kaushalendra Pratap Singh recalled reading about Big B shooting for the 1979 film Kaala Patthar despite being exposed to contaminated water on the sets. Amitabh Bachchan Shot For Kaala Patthar Despite Being Exposed To Contaminated Water Kaushalendra Pratap Singh, who hails from Jharkand’s Dhanbad, works as a mediator between coal buyers and the government. He revealed to Amitabh Bachchan how he had once read about the megastar shooting for the film Kaala Patthar despite the contaminated water on the sets adversely affecting his health. Singh said, “Speaking of coal, I remember that you shot for Kaala Patthar after the Jharia Chasnala disaster, an incident …

Hygiene hazards in Hyderabad’s dining dens

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It is called charcoal shawarma. By 4 p.m., the food kiosk on Road No. 8 in Hyderabad’s Habsiguda, a middle-class residential area surrounded by government offices, is up and ready. Unlike the traditional vertical rotisserie where the heat hits the meat from the sides, here it is grilled over charcoal. The minced meat, topped with diced vegetables, is spread over a flatbread and drizzled with a creamy dressing, along with other sauces. By 6 p.m., a queue of people eagerly waits to pick up the juicy rolled-roti snack. “Can you make one with fresh meat instead of minced meat,” a customer asks. “No, it will take time. First, I have to get done with this,” says the youth manning the kiosk, his hands moving like clockwork. Is there a difference between the freshly grilled meat and the minced meat? That is the pressing question for diners as food safety becomes a growing concern in the 40-degree-Celsius heat of Hyderabad. “The basic ingredients for mayonnaise are egg and oil. The chances of salmonella developing in the …