Flooding

The author and businessman's remark comes amid heavy rains that have left parts of the region waterlogged, reviving concerns about poor drainage and urban planning.

Bengaluru rains: Hosur Road closed due to flooding, traffic police issue advisory

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bengaluru city received 37 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours

‘Brand Bengaluru’ battered after rain: DK Shivakumar says 'issues we face today are not new'

Boats and tractors were seen on the roads of Bengaluru as office-goers were stuck in jams after heavy overnight rain flooded several parts of Bengaluru, once again exposing BBMP's claims of rain preparedness

That sinking feeling again: Bengaluru crumbles in rain, city without elected council for over 4 years

The recent rains battered the country's IT capital. Many stranded residents were rescued in boats, with vehicles submerged and complaints about broken roads and waterlogging pouring in. Yet, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike elections have not been held for over four years.

Nearly half of India's population will reside in areas prone to flooding: Moody's

622 million people or 44 percent of the population in India will be prone to inland flooding, another 48 million were prone to coastal flooding.

Bengaluru rains: Citizens complain of flooding, traffic jams. 'Will tell my kids I crossed a river to go to work'

Bengaluru rains: People have also been stuck on the road for hours owing to the waterlogged streets and the traffic jams. Accounts shared on social media reveal that it took some parents two hours to take their kids to school while others have been stuck in buses for about three hours.

Heavy Rains Batter Southeast Texas, 4-year-old swept up in North Texas floodwaters

The Houston area and the rest of Southeast Texas experienced several days of heavy rainfall and flooding. While there were no deaths or major injuries reported in the Houston area, there was a reported death of a four-year-old boy swept up in fast floodwaters in North Texas early on May 5. National Weather Service meteorologist Jimmy Fowler cautioned motorists to exercise caution when approaching flooded streets, advising them to turn around instead of driving through floodwater. Watch the video to know more

Singer Rahul Vaidya shares video of him in Dubai wading through flooded streets with sneakers in his hands outside a mall

Singer Rahul Vaidya, who has been in the United Arab Emirates city for the past few days, has been sharing videos on his Instagram account to show how bad the situation is.

Heavy rain lashes Bengaluru; Electronics City flyover towards city closed

According to Bengaluru Traffic Police, waterlogging was reported in at least ten locations across the city

In Pics: Impact of flooding and climate change on the world

Climate change is a rising problem all over the world, causing disruption in the season cycles

Yamuna flood waters touch Taj Mahal walls for first time in 45 years

'The last time the Yamuna touched the back wall of the Taj Mahal was during high floods in 1978,' Prince Vajpayee, conservation assistant at ASI, said.

In Pics: Death toll from Brazil downpours climbs to 48, dozens still missing

Massive downpours have caused landslides and flooding since last weekend in coastal towns of Sao Paulo, Brazil's richest state

Civic body continues demolition of illegal structures in Bengaluru

The massive flooding in parts of Bengaluru, particularly the information technology corridor and arterial roads, was blamed on such encroachment. Portions of some bungalows in the posh locality were partially damaged in the drive.

Rain lash Delhi causing waterlogging, hampering traffic movement

People shared pictures and videos of rainwater gushing into residential areas and vehicles wading through waterlogged roads. The traffic police issued an advisory, asking people to check the weather before heading out.

In flood-hit Andhra Pradesh, bride takes boat to groom’s house

In flood-hit Andhra Pradesh, a bride took a boat to her groom’s house to complete the wedding rituals

Heavy rains inundate parts of Mumbai, rail & road traffic affected; IMD forecasts more showers in next 24 hrs

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rain in Mumbai and its suburbs over the next 24 hours, with a possibility of very heavy showers at isolated places, civic officials said.

Watch: Japanese company builds 'flood-proof' house than can float

According to the company, these house have a unique structure. They are connected to a number of thick iron rods sticking out of the ground with thick cables that ensure the structure stays in place during floods.

Flood condition worsens in Assam, over 2.58 lakh hit

According to the daily flood report of the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), more than 2,58,100 persons were affected by floods. At present, 732 villages are under water and 24,704.86 hectares of farmland have been damaged across Assam.

Climate Change | Our society is embracing the collapse scenario

As nature’s most destructive forces continue to take its toll on society and as communities grieve, the question that should nag us is: Is the collapse of human civilisation imminent?

Before 'smart' new cities, India needs to fix old ones

Locals are in no doubt as to why a mix of flood waters and sewage is swilling neck-deep around parts of the southern city of 6 million people after weeks of monsoon rains culminated in a 345 mm (14-inch) cloudburst in 24 hours.

Mumbai back to work, train services restored

A day after heavy downpour and flooding, life in Mumbai was back on track this morning with train services being restored on all the three suburban lines though more rains have been forecast for today.

Hurricane Sandy approaches, US East Coast grinds to a halt

Hurricane Sandy bore down on the Eastern Seaboard's largest cities on Monday, forcing the shutdown of mass transit, schools and financial markets, sending coastal residents fleeing for higher ground, and threatening a dangerous mix of high winds, soaking rain and a surging wall of water up to 11 feet tall.

England flood risk to rise fourfold by 2035 - report

The risk of flooding for many English homes and businesses could increase fourfold by 2035 if more action to deal with the impact of climate change is not taken, government advisers said on Wednesday.