Editorji is a popular short video news and information platform based in India. It was founded in 2018 by Vikram Chandra, one of India’s leading journalists, and has risen to prominence in the digital news space in a relatively short span of time. The platform is primarily designed for mobile devices, with applications available for Android and iOS.

ABOUT US:

about us editorji

Latest Video News: Editorji provides the latest news video headlines, latest videos clip from India and the World. Get all breaking news videos on Entertainment, Business, Coronavirus, Elections, Politics and more.

Latest Video News, Breaking News, Bollywood, Political, Sports, Business News | Editorji

+91 11 4035 6666 / info@editorji.com
3rd floor, Plot B, Khasara no 360, Sultanpur, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
<a title="mail to us" href="mailto:info@editorji.com">Send Feedback</a>
<a title="Contact Us" href="mailto:info@editorji.com">Contact Us</a>

REACH US

Contact for any questions, suggestions, comments, feedback or advertisement on Editorji.com, we are always looking forward to hearing from you.

Contact Us for Feedback, Suggestions and Advertising 

Editorji content is better experienced in our app.

Kerala faces widespread waterlogging and rising river levels after overnight downpour; IMD issues red alert in Ernakulam, Idukki, and Thrissur amid dam safety warnings.

Kerala Faces Severe Waterlogging, Red Alert in Key Districts

Kerala Faces Red Alert Amid Heavy Rainfall

Kerala faces widespread waterlogging and rising river levels after overnight downpour; IMD issues red alert in Ernakulam, Idukki, and Thrissur amid dam safety warnings.

Overnight heavy rains caused waterlogging in roads and low-lying areas in many parts of Kerala and water levels of several rivers and dams in the state rose on Tuesday.
As the heavy rains continued in the state, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert in Ernakulam, Idukki and Thrissur districts for the day.
It also issued an orange alert in five other districts and a yellow alert in the remaining six districts for the day.
A red alert indicates an extremely heavy rain of over 20 cm in 24 hours, while an orange alert means very heavy rain of 11 cm to 20 cm, and a yellow alert means heavy rainfall between 6 cm and 11 cm.
Many dams operated for power generation and irrigation services in Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad and Wayanad districts were at the 'third stage of alert' in view of the rise in their water levels.
In Kochi, a private taxi fell into an open canal alongside a road as the area was completely waterlogged due to the heavy rains. The driver was using a navigation tool and could not see the canal alongside the road, which was submerged in rainwater, police said.&nbsp;

At least three people were killed in landslides in Dima Hasao district of Assam, an official bulletin said.
According to a bulletin issued by Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) on Saturday night, three persons, including a woman, lost their lives in Haflong revenue circle of Dima Hasao.
The hill district has been ravaged by flash floods and massive landslides at several places, snapping rail and road links from other parts of the state.
ASDMA said that landslides have been reported from New Kunjung, Fiangpui, Moulhoi, Namzeurang, South Bagetar, Mahadev Tilla, Kalibari, North Bagetar, Zion and Lodi Pangmoul villages, where around 80 houses were severely affected.
"Railway line at Jatinga-Harangajao and Mahur-Phaiding was blocked due to landslides. Before reaching Maibang tunnel at Geremlambra village, road is likely to be blocked due to landslides," it added.
The ASDMA further said that nearly 25,000 people are affected by floods across five districts in Assam.
The worst-hit is Cachar with over 21,000 people affected, followed by Karbi Anglong West with nearly 2,000 victims and Dhemaji with more than 600 persons hit by the deluge.
At least 227 people are taking shelter in 10 relief camps and distribution centres set up across two districts.
Nearly 2,200 people were rescued by the Army, paramilitary forces, Fire and Emergency Services, SDRF, civil administration and trained volunteers from Cachar and Hojai districts.
Incidents of massive waterlogging have been reported from various parts of Guwahati.
The ASDMA has issued flood alert for Cachar, Karimganj, Dhemaji, Morigaon and Nagaon districts for the next 12-72 hours.

3 dead in Assam flash floods, alert issued for Kerala

Heavy rains in Assam caused landslide, leaving 3 dead; rain warning in Kerala&nbsp;and Assam issued

At least three people were killed in landslides in Dima Hasao district of Assam, an official bulletin said.
According to a bulletin issued by Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) on Saturday night, three persons, including a woman, lost their lives in Haflong revenue circle of Dima Hasao.
The hill district has been ravaged by flash floods and massive landslides at several places, snapping rail and road links from other parts of the state.
ASDMA said that landslides have been reported from New Kunjung, Fiangpui, Moulhoi, Namzeurang, South Bagetar, Mahadev Tilla, Kalibari, North Bagetar, Zion and Lodi Pangmoul villages, where around 80 houses were severely affected.
ALSO WATCH:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/cyclone-asani-changes-path-heavy-to-very-heavy-rainfall-warning-for-andhra-1652234518092" target="_blank">Cyclone Asani changes path, heavy to very heavy rainfall warning for Andhra</a>
"Railway line at Jatinga-Harangajao and Mahur-Phaiding was blocked due to landslides. Before reaching Maibang tunnel at Geremlambra village, road is likely to be blocked due to landslides," it added.
The ASDMA further said that nearly 25,000 people are affected by floods across five districts in Assam.
The worst-hit is Cachar with over 21,000 people affected, followed by Karbi Anglong West with nearly 2,000 victims and Dhemaji with more than 600 persons hit by the deluge.
At least 227 people are taking shelter in 10 relief camps and distribution centres set up across two districts.
Nearly 2,200 people were rescued by the Army, paramilitary forces, Fire and Emergency Services, SDRF, civil administration and trained volunteers from Cachar and Hojai districts.
Incidents of massive waterlogging have been reported from various parts of Guwahati.
The ASDMA has issued flood alert for Cachar, Karimganj, Dhemaji, Morigaon and Nagaon districts for the next 12-72 hours.

At least six people died and over a dozen were missing on Saturday as heavy rains pounded south and central Kerala causing flash floods and landslides in many parts, prompting the state government to seek the assistance of the defence forces for rescue operations.
In one of the heavy rains in recent years, the high ranges of central and south Kerala are experiencing almost similar to that of the situation the state faced during the time of devastating floods of 2018 and 2019 but authorities said everything was under control and there was no need for any panic.
Several people have been injured and displaced in rain-related incidents in the southern state where dams in many districts are nearing its full capacity and small towns and villages in the hilly areas are totally cut off from the outside world.
However, the rescue teams of the state police and fire force could not reach the affected areas due to floods and adverse weather conditions prevailing there.
Weather officials said Peermade in the hill district of Idukki received 24 cm rains till 5.30 pm on Saturday.
Automatic weather stations in North Paravur reported 38mm rains, Muvattupuzha (89.5mm), Palluruthy (34 mm) and Neeleswaram in Northern Kerala district received 125.5mm rains till 8.30 pm, they said.
"The situation is serious", Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said. He, however, said the latest weather forecast indicates that the situation is not going to get worse.
Officials said personnel of the Army, Airforce and the Navy were on the way to Koottickal and Peruvanthanam--the two hilly villages falling under Kottayam and Idukki districts respectively--where an overflowing river swept through houses, displacing and isolating many.
State Cooperation Minister V N Vasavan, who reached the neighbourhood of these landslide-hit villages, said bodies of two women and a child who died, were recovered while search was on to recover the body of a man who also lost his life in the incident.
He said at least 12 people are missing from these villages.
In a separate rain related incident, a man and a woman--both 30-years-old-- died as their car was swept away in the flood waters in Kanjar in Idukki district, police said. Their bodies have been recovered, they said.
Talking to PTI tonight, Idukki district collector Sheeba George said eight persons are reported missing in the landslip accompanied by heavy rains at Kokkayar in the district.
George said rescue efforts were affected due to the subsequent landslips which happened in the area late in the evening. Four houses have been swept away due to the landslides.
The extent of damage could be assessed only in the morning, the collector said.
According to a defence spokesperson, Mi-17 and Sarang Helicopters are already in standby mode to meet the requirements but they could not start operations as the weather at Kottayam is still bad. Air Force assets are still at Sulur in a standby mode, she said.
"All the bases under Southern Air Command have been put on high alert in view of the prevalent weather situation at Kerala," the spokesperson said in a statement.
"The Indian Army has already deployed army personnel to the flood affected areas. One column consisting of One Officer, 2 JCOs and 30 other ranks of army personnel already moved to Kanjirappally, Kottayam District from Pangode Military Station...," she said.
The Southern Naval Command of the Indian Navy said it is fully ready for assisting local administration in rescue operations.
"Diving&amp;Rescue teams are ready to be deployed at short notice.Helicopters stand-by to be launched once weather is conducive for Air Ops,", it said in a tweet.
Earlier, Minister for Cooperation and Registration V N Vasavan said at least three houses have been washed away in Kottayam district and some people feared missing.
"At least four landslips have been reported from various parts of Kottayam district. We have sought the assistance of the Airforce to rescue people who are stranded in the Koottickal area. We have received information about some people missing and over 60 waiting to be rescued as water entered their homes," the Minister told PTI.
According to the latest update of the India Meteorological Department, 'Red Alert' was sounded for six districts--Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur and Palakkad districts.
Kottayam and Pathanamthitta are the most affected districts as of now due to heavy rains since Friday night.
Visuals have emerged on social media from various parts of Kottayam district, including a KSRTC bus stuck in floodwater and locals rescuing passengers from it.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan chaired a high-level meeting in the evening to review the rain situation and decided to strengthen rescue operations in all affected areas.
In a statement, the Chief Minister said all government agencies have been directed to take necessary steps to rescue people from the affected regions and evacuate those living in areas prone to landslides and floods. Vijayan also directed the district collectors to open relief camps to relocate the affected people.
He said the camps should function strictly adhering to COVID-19 protocol.
In the wake of warning that the rains would continue till October 19, the meeting also decided not to allow pilgrims to trek to the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple, situated in a dense forest in Pathanamthitta district, till October 18. The temple was opened at 5pm today for 'Thula masam' poojas.
Higher educational institutions, which were scheduled to open on October 18, will start on October 20, the statement said.
Appealing to the people of the state to keep extra vigil in the next 24 hours, the CM said in a Facebook post that the rains have already hit the south and central districts and it would intensify in the northern districts also by the evening as per the weather forecast.
The water level in some rivers is expected to rise and shutters of certain dams are likely to be opened, he said, adding that those living in its catchment areas should be ready to follow the instructions of authorities.
The CM also said a Red alert has been sounded for the dams under KSEB, including Kakki dam in Pathanamthitta, Sholayar in Thrissur, Kundala and Kallarkutti in Idukki.
Meanwhile, two children had a miraculous escape after a portion of the wall of their house collapsed in incessant rains on Friday night at Chempakamangalam in the capital district where rains have been battering the city and rural areas alike since last night.
The wall collapsed on the bed, where the children were asleep, but they escaped with minor injuries, family sources said.
Government authorities have advised people against visiting tourist places and going near rivers and other water bodies in view of heavy rains in Thiruvananthapuram.
Destruction of roads was reported in many places including in Kollam and Kottayam districts while severe waterlogging made life miserable in Kuttanad region, popularly known as the 'rice bowl' of the state spread in Alappuzha and Kottayam districts.
The Thrissur district administration urged people living in low-lying and other disaster prone areas and on the banks of rivers to move to safer places.
Fishing boats have been prohibited from venturing into the sea, they added.
A red alert has also been issued for Chulliyar dam in Palakkad and Peechi dam in Thrissur, which are under the irrigation department.
Revenue Minister K Rajan said necessary precautions have been taken."We have asked the district collectors to issue warnings to people residing along the river banks," Rajan said.

Kerala rains latest news: 10 big developments 

At least 15 people killed in Kerala rain mayhem: here are the 10 latest developments 

Kerala rain furry kills 15: 10 latest developments 

Header: Kerala rain furry&nbsp; &nbsp; At least 15 dead,&nbsp;over a dozen missing since&nbsp;Saturday&nbsp; Rains pound south, central parts causing flashfloods,&nbsp;landslides&nbsp; Dams nearing full capacity, &amp;&nbsp;hilly towns, villages totally cut off&nbsp; Rescue efforts hampered due to flashfloods and adverse weather&nbsp; &lsquo;The situation is serious&rsquo;, CM&nbsp;Vijayan&nbsp;said but situation in control&nbsp; 12 missing &nbsp;in 2 villages as a river swept through, army called in&nbsp; Bodies of 2 women and a child found, missing man believed dead&nbsp;&nbsp; Couple died as their car swept away in the flood waters in Kanjar&nbsp; Mi-17, Sarang&nbsp;choppers on&nbsp;standby to meet the challenge&nbsp; Sabarimala temple trek barred, college opening deferred

According to the latest update of the India Meteorological Department, 'Red Alert' was sounded for six districts--Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur and Palakkad districts.

At least 15 people died and over a dozen were missing on Saturday as heavy rains pounded south and central Kerala causing flash floods and landslides in many parts, prompting the state government to seek the assistance of the defence forces for rescue operations.
In one of the heavy rains in recent years, the high ranges of central and south Kerala are experiencing almost similar to that of the situation the state faced during the time of devastating floods of 2018 and 2019 but authorities said everything was under control and there was no need for any panic.
Several people have been injured and displaced in rain-related incidents in the southern state where dams in many districts are nearing its full capacity and small towns and villages in the hilly areas are totally cut off from the outside world.
However, the rescue teams of the state police and fire force could not reach the affected areas due to floods and adverse weather conditions prevailing there.
Weather officials said Peermade in the hill district of Idukki received 24 cm rains till 5.30 pm on Saturday.
Automatic weather stations in North Paravur reported 38mm rains, Muvattupuzha (89.5mm), Palluruthy (34 mm) and Neeleswaram in Northern Kerala district received 125.5mm rains till 8.30 pm, they said.
"The situation is serious", Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said. He, however, said the latest weather forecast indicates that the situation is not going to get worse.
Officials said personnel of the Army, Airforce and the Navy were on the way to Koottickal and Peruvanthanam--the two hilly villages falling under Kottayam and Idukki districts respectively--where an overflowing river swept through houses, displacing and isolating many.
State Cooperation Minister V N Vasavan, who reached the neighbourhood of these landslide-hit villages, said bodies of two women and a child who died, were recovered while search was on to recover the body of a man who also lost his life in the incident.
He said at least 12 people are missing from these villages.
In a separate rain related incident, a man and a woman--both 30-years-old-- died as their car was swept away in the flood waters in Kanjar in Idukki district, police said. Their bodies have been recovered, they said.
Talking to PTI tonight, Idukki district collector Sheeba George said eight persons are reported missing in the landslip accompanied by heavy rains at Kokkayar in the district.
George said rescue efforts were affected due to the subsequent landslips which happened in the area late in the evening. Four houses have been swept away due to the landslides.
The extent of damage could be assessed only in the morning, the collector said.
According to a defence spokesperson, Mi-17 and Sarang Helicopters are already in standby mode to meet the requirements but they could not start operations as the weather at Kottayam is still bad. Air Force assets are still at Sulur in a standby mode, she said.
"All the bases under Southern Air Command have been put on high alert in view of the prevalent weather situation at Kerala," the spokesperson said in a statement.
"The Indian Army has already deployed army personnel to the flood affected areas. One column consisting of One Officer, 2 JCOs and 30 other ranks of army personnel already moved to Kanjirappally, Kottayam District from Pangode Military Station...," she said.
The Southern Naval Command of the Indian Navy said it is fully ready for assisting local administration in rescue operations.
"Diving&amp;Rescue teams are ready to be deployed at short notice.Helicopters stand-by to be launched once weather is conducive for Air Ops,", it said in a tweet.
Earlier, Minister for Cooperation and Registration V N Vasavan said at least three houses have been washed away in Kottayam district and some people feared missing.
"At least four landslips have been reported from various parts of Kottayam district. We have sought the assistance of the Airforce to rescue people who are stranded in the Koottickal area. We have received information about some people missing and over 60 waiting to be rescued as water entered their homes," the Minister told PTI.
According to the latest update of the India Meteorological Department, 'Red Alert' was sounded for six districts--Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur and Palakkad districts.
Kottayam and Pathanamthitta are the most affected districts as of now due to heavy rains since Friday night.
Visuals have emerged on social media from various parts of Kottayam district, including a KSRTC bus stuck in floodwater and locals rescuing passengers from it.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan chaired a high-level meeting in the evening to review the rain situation and decided to strengthen rescue operations in all affected areas.
In a statement, the Chief Minister said all government agencies have been directed to take necessary steps to rescue people from the affected regions and evacuate those living in areas prone to landslides and floods. Vijayan also directed the district collectors to open relief camps to relocate the affected people.
He said the camps should function strictly adhering to COVID-19 protocol.
In the wake of warning that the rains would continue till October 19, the meeting also decided not to allow pilgrims to trek to the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple, situated in a dense forest in Pathanamthitta district, till October 18. The temple was opened at 5pm today for 'Thula masam' poojas.
Higher educational institutions, which were scheduled to open on October 18, will start on October 20, the statement said.
Appealing to the people of the state to keep extra vigil in the next 24 hours, the CM said in a Facebook post that the rains have already hit the south and central districts and it would intensify in the northern districts also by the evening as per the weather forecast.
The water level in some rivers is expected to rise and shutters of certain dams are likely to be opened, he said, adding that those living in its catchment areas should be ready to follow the instructions of authorities.
The CM also said a Red alert has been sounded for the dams under KSEB, including Kakki dam in Pathanamthitta, Sholayar in Thrissur, Kundala and Kallarkutti in Idukki.
Meanwhile, two children had a miraculous escape after a portion of the wall of their house collapsed in incessant rains on Friday night at Chempakamangalam in the capital district where rains have been battering the city and rural areas alike since last night.
The wall collapsed on the bed, where the children were asleep, but they escaped with minor injuries, family sources said.
Government authorities have advised people against visiting tourist places and going near rivers and other water bodies in view of heavy rains in Thiruvananthapuram.
Destruction of roads was reported in many places including in Kollam and Kottayam districts while severe waterlogging made life miserable in Kuttanad region, popularly known as the 'rice bowl' of the state spread in Alappuzha and Kottayam districts.
The Thrissur district administration urged people living in low-lying and other disaster prone areas and on the banks of rivers to move to safer places.
Fishing boats have been prohibited from venturing into the sea, they added.
A red alert has also been issued for Chulliyar dam in Palakkad and Peechi dam in Thrissur, which are under the irrigation department.
Revenue Minister K Rajan said necessary precautions have been taken."We have asked the district collectors to issue warnings to people residing along the river banks," Rajan said.

At least 18 people were killed and dozens of others have gone missing as heavy rain lashed south and central Kerala causing flash floods and landslides in many parts of the southern state
Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan&nbsp;after chairing an emergency meeting in the state capital on Saturday said&nbsp;that 'the situation is really serious in some parts of the state' and his government has sought help from the army, navy and air force.&nbsp;Kottayam, Pathanamthitta and Idukki districts were worst affected and local media reported that many people were injured in rain-related accidents.&nbsp;Vijayan also directed the district collectors to open relief camps to relocate the affected people and said the camps should function strictly adhering to Covid-19 protocol.
However, the IMD said in a tweet late on Saturday that intense rainfall activity over Kerala will reduce significantly from late afternoon on Sunday. &nbsp;

Kerala rain fury kills 6: armed forces on standby but MeT says showers to subside

6 dead in rain-related incidents: Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan after chairing an emergency meeting said that 'the situation is really serious 

Kerala floods

Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan&nbsp;after chairing an emergency meeting in the state capital on Saturday said&nbsp;that 'the situation is really serious

At least 6 people were killed and dozens of others have gone missing as heavy rain lashed south and central Kerala causing flash floods and landslides in many parts of the southern state
Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan&nbsp;after chairing an emergency meeting in the state capital on Saturday said&nbsp;that 'the situation is really serious in some parts of the state' and his government has sought help from the army, navy, and air force.&nbsp; Kottayam, Pathanamthitta, and Idukki districts were worst affected and local media reported that many people were injured in rain-related accidents.&nbsp;
Also watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/meet-the-kerala-couple-who-run-a-coffee-shop-and-travel-the-world-together-1633179995126" target="_blank">Meet the Kerala couple who run a coffee shop and travel the world together</a>&nbsp; Vijayan also directed the district collectors to open relief camps to relocate the affected people and said the camps should function strictly adhering to Covid-19 protocol.
The chief minister announced that colleges that were to reopen from October 18 should now only open from October 20. It was also decided that the Sabarimala pilgrimage will be avoided till October 19. However, the IMD said in a tweet late on Saturday that intense rainfall activity over Kerala will reduce significantly from late afternoon on Sunday. &nbsp;

kerala floods

Categories