Author: Alisha Rahaman Sarkar
The Mystery Surrounding Chinese Citizen Journalist Zhang Zhan The whereabouts of Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan remain unknown after she was supposed to be released from prison. Zhang Zhan spent four years in prison for reporting on the Covid outbreak in Wuhan in February 2020. Despite her scheduled release from the Shanghai Women’s Prison, there has been no confirmation of her freedom. Activists and lawyers have been unable to contact her or her family. Zhang Zhan’s case has raised concerns about press freedom in China, with activists and lawyers facing threats from Chinese authorities for discussing her situation internationally. Another…
Tragedy Strikes Mumbai as Billboard Collapse Kills 14 14 people were killed and over 60 injured when a 70m by 50m advertising billboard collapsed in Mumbai during a rainstorm. The metal structure fell onto a petrol station and houses, trapping many. Rescue efforts are underway as authorities work to find survivors amidst the wreckage. Maharashtra state chief minister Eknath Shinde has vowed to remove illegal and dangerous billboards in the city. The chief minister announced financial aid for the victims’ families, while a high-level inquiry has been launched into the incident. The company responsible for the collapsed billboard is facing…
Tragedy Strikes West Sumatra: 43 Dead in Flash Floods At least 43 people lost their lives in flash floods triggered by heavy rains and cold lava in Indonesia’s West Sumatra. An additional 17 individuals are still missing as rescue efforts continue in the affected areas. The devastating floods, landslides, and cold lava flows from Mount Marapi wreaked havoc on three districts, submerging nearly 200 structures and causing extensive damage to the region. The search and rescue teams are facing challenges due to bad weather and blocked roads. Local reports and survivor testimonies paint a grim picture of the sudden and…
Tragedy Strikes Indonesia: Devastating Effects of Cold Lava and Flash Floods Receive Real-Time Breaking News Alerts! Sign up now for free email updates Tragedy struck the Indonesian island of Sumatra as flash floods, landslides, and cold lava from Mount Marapi left 43 dead and 19 missing. Indonesia’s disaster response agency shared images of the devastation caused by the cold lava flow, known as “lahar,” which can travel at incredible speeds and cover vast distances. Cold lava is highly destructive, posing threats to bridges, roads, and human lives. As Indonesia faces frequent natural disasters due to its geographical location, the nation…
Stay Informed with Breaking News Alerts! Sign up for our free breaking news emails. Tragedy struck in Indonesia’s West Sumatra as flash floods and cold lava flow from Mount Marapi claimed at least 41 lives, with 17 people still missing. Torrential rains on Saturday led to landslides and floods, devastating villages and displacing many residents. The disaster response teams are working tirelessly to rescue and provide relief efforts amid challenging weather conditions and obstructed access roads. The heartbreaking scenes of destruction and loss serve as a stark reminder of the region’s vulnerability to natural disasters. Indonesia, with its numerous active…