Heavy rains continued in Bihar for the third consecutive day on Sunday, throwing normal life out of gear in many parts of of the state, officials said, adding that over 24 people have been killed so far.
The Met Office has predicted more rain in the next 24 hours and the state government has issued a ‘red alert’.
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02:45 PM | At least 110 dead in 4 days due to heavy downpour in UP, Bihar
In Uttar Pradesh, at least 79 people have died since Thursday. According to a state government report, 25 people died on Saturday, 18 lost their lives on Friday and 36 the day before.
01:15 PM | Rain alert in Bihar
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in Bihar, sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim and Gujarat region on Monday. It said that aqually weather likely to prevail in southwest Bay of Bengal.
01:00 PM | Flood water enters residence of state minister Prem Kumar in Patna
Bihar: Flood water enters residence of state minister Prem Kumar in Patna. pic.twitter.com/jjwsCUF45n
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12:30 PM | Rain in Patna: Three more NDRF teams deployed
Three more teams of NDRF have been deployed in Patna. Total count of teams now is six 6 with at least 250 personnel, including doctors.
