September 5, 2026: Flood conditions remained critical across 14 districts of Bihar as water levels in the Ganga, Gandak and Kosi rivers continued to rise, while the India Meteorological Department issued an orange warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall in East Rajasthan and West Madhya Pradesh.
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- Bihar Flood Situation Remains Critical in 14 Districts
Flooding has affected 16 districts of Bihar, with the situation remaining serious in 14 districts, including Patna. Water levels in the Ganga, Gandak and Kosi rivers continue to rise, prompting ongoing relief and rescue operations. - IMD Issues Orange Rainfall Alert for Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
The India Meteorological Department issued an orange warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall in East Rajasthan and West Madhya Pradesh on September 5. Heavy rainfall is also expected in parts of northeastern states, Bihar, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand and Sikkim. - Madhya Pradesh CM Reviews Flood and Heavy Rain Situation in Bhopal
Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav reviewed the flood and heavy rain situation in Bhopal and visited the SDRF State Command Centre. He sought updates on conditions across districts and relief and rescue measures. - DVAC Searches Premises Linked to Former Tamil Nadu Minister K.N. Nehru
Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption officials conducted searches at residences and premises linked to former Tamil Nadu minister K.N. Nehru in Tiruchirappalli. DMK cadres gathered outside his residence during the searches, while a case has also been registered. - Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls Begins in Tripura
The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls began in Tripura on September 5. The initial phase involves training and planning, with Booth Level Officers briefing Booth Level Agents of political parties on their responsibilities during the exercise. - Teachers’ Day Celebrated Across Tripura
Teachers’ Day was observed across Tripura on September 5 to mark the birth anniversary of former President and educationist Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. The state-level programme was organised by the Directorate of School Education in Agartala. - Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Attends Teachers’ Day Celebration
Manipur observed Teachers’ Day with a state-level programme at the City Convention Centre in Imphal. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand and Chief Secretary Rajeev Singh Thakur attended the event. - BJP Calls Removal of Telangana Woman Minister an Act of Injustice
BJP national spokesperson Dr Sudhanshu Trivedi termed the removal of a woman minister in Telangana an act of injustice and questioned Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge over their silence on the issue. - Barrier-Free Tolling System Pilot Begins on Bhopal-Dewas Road
Pilot testing of a barrier-free tolling system began at the Phanda toll plaza on the Bhopal-Dewas road. The system uses FASTag and automatic vehicle identification, allowing vehicles to pass without stopping at the toll plaza. - Sonowal Pays Tribute to Educationist Indira Miri Baideo
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal paid tribute to Padma Shri awardee Indira Miri Baideo on her death anniversary. He highlighted her pioneering contribution to the spread of education in various parts of the region.
