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Torrential rains trigger deadly flash floods, landslides in India

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Relentless rains are devastating areas across India. At least 15 people have died in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand in flash floods and landslides. Thousands of tourists stranded in one town have been rescued.

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  • Sudden floods and landslides have caused rivers to overflow in Uttarakhand.
  • At least 15 people have died, with others injured or missing due to heavy rains. 17s
  • Disaster management teams are conducting rescue and relief operations. 20s
  • About 1,000 tourists are stranded in Missouri, and hospital evacuations occurred in Manipur. 38s
  • Experts link the increasing frequency of such floods to climate change. 1m 38s
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