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DisasterJul 14Kharif sowing slows as rain deficit hits over half of India’s districtsIndian Express
DisasterJul 1412 bikers, one SUV-owner fined for illegal off-roading in protected wildlife areas in LadakhAs many as 12 bikers have been fined ₹10,000 each for illegally venturing into protected ecologically-sensitive zones near Lake Moriri, says official spokesmanThe Hindu
DisasterJul 14Pre-monsoon dry sowing method to be promoted in Kurnool in view of low rainfallA pre-monsoon dry sowing method will be promoted in Kurnool due to low rainfall. This initiative aims to address agricultural challenges caused by insufficient precipitation.The Hindu
DisasterJul 14Tragedy at sea: Vietnam boat capsize survivors from Tamil Nadu recount harrowing moments“Although there were only 36 people on board, it felt overloaded,” said a survivorThe Hindu
DisasterJul 14When debris came crushing: How rains and undisposed mud led to a disaster in WayanadThe Hindu
DisasterJul 14Water levels in Dutch rivers exceptionally low for the time of yearnltimes.nl · Netherlands
DisasterJul 14Gas pipeline leak during roadwork in Kerala capital sparks panicThe leak, which occurred on KIMS Road at Kumarapuram, was soon brought under control by Fire and Rescue Services personnel. Officials have confirmed that there is presently no danger to the publicThe Hindu
DisasterBreakingJul 14Crews battle forest fire near Paris as two arrestedCrews are actively battling a forest fire near Paris, and two individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident.maitlandmercury.com.au · Australia
DisasterJul 14川遊び中の高校生が溺れる 川底で発見、意識不明の重体 和歌山Asahi Shimbun
DisasterJul 14Mortal remains of six Tamil Nadu tourists killed in Vietnam boat tragedy reach CoimbatoreThe Hindu
DisasterBreakingJul 14Fontainebleau fire still burning as 850 firefighters tackle blazeEuroNews [en]
DisasterJul 14Survivor recounts horror of Vietnam boat mishap as bodies arrive in Chennai ; tributes paid to deceasedA survivor has shared their experience of a boat accident in Vietnam, with victims' bodies arriving in Chennai and tributes being paid. This reports on the aftermath of a tragic maritime incident.southeastasiapost.com · Pakistan
DisasterJul 14Community complains of toxic flammable gas leaks in Nigeria's Niger DeltaIn Nigeria, residents in the Niger Delta town of Billé have taken to the streets to demand government action over catastrophic pollution. For several months, the community has complained of toxic, flammable gas leaking from the ground, contaminating water and destroying aquatic life – which the people rely upon for their livelihood. It's the latest in a long series of environmental disasters in the Niger Delta, which have largely been blamed on Western oil companies. Report by FRANCE 24 correspondent Sam Olukoya.France 24 [en]
DisasterJul 14France arrests arson suspects amid Fontainebleau forest fireFirefighters are attempting to tackle a major fire burning since Sunday in the much-visited Fontainebleau forest, near France's capital Paris. Two people have been arrested for suspected arson.DW News [en]
DisasterJul 14Wildfires continue to ravage Fontainebleau forest as France marks Bastille DayLe Monde [en]
DisasterJul 14Photos: Wildfires ravage historic forest near ParisAl Jazeera [en]
DisasterJul 14French police suspect arson in Fontainebleau forest near ParisFirefighters continue to grapple with wildfires in the forest of Fontainebleau, 70km south of Paris, which have already burned through more than 1900 hectares. Police are now considering the possibility that the fires were started deliberately. Their suspicions were raised by the fact several fires broke out in close proximity to one another. Two arrests have already been made in connection to the fires. The latest with FRANCE 24 journalist Elitsa Gadeva.France 24 [en]
DisasterJul 14Birthday Celebration Turns Fatal : Why Did a Delhi Police Constable Allegedly Shoot His Wife on a Delhi Road ? A birthday celebration reportedly became fatal after a Delhi Police Constable allegedly shot his wife on a Delhi road. This highlights a tragic incident involving a fatality and an investigation into its circumstances.newsx.com · India
DisasterJul 14Ryanair engine failure that tore open cabin window over North Macedonia now under US and European investigationAn engine failure on a Ryanair flight over North Macedonia, which caused a cabin window to tear open, is now under investigation by US and European authorities. This incident involves a serious aviation malfunction prompting international scrutiny.sofokleous10.gr · Greece
DisasterJul 14Bangkok bar fire death toll rises to 30 as police probe possible negligenceAl Jazeera [en]
DisasterJul 14Man arrested on suspicion of preparing to carry out random killing in TokyoJapan Today
DisasterJul 14Consumers Energy provides tips for dealing with this week Michigan heat wave | News , Sports , JobsConsumers Energy is offering advice to help residents cope with an anticipated heat wave in Michigan this week. This public service announcement aims to mitigate the effects of the weather event.thealpenanews.com · United States
DisasterJul 14Migrant worker from Bihar dies in furnace explosion at Gummidipoondi copper recycling unitFive other migrant workers — all from Bihar — sustained minor burn injuries and are undergoing treatmentThe Hindu
DisasterJul 14Five years after deadly floods, a German valley prepares for the next oneNew walls, redesigned bridges and restored floodplains: towns in a small German valley are testing how they can survive the next extreme flood.DW News [en]