3 Things Floods in Jammu, the Smart Intelligent Village Project, and India-US ties
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Aug 29, 2025 Join The Indian Express's Arun Sharma as he delves into the heartbreaking impacts of the recent floods in Jammu, discussing rescue efforts and the situation on the ground. Then, hear from Ankita Deshkar about India’s first Smart Intelligent Village being created in Satnavari, Maharashtra, which aims to innovate rural living through technology. The conversation also touches on evolving India-US trade relations, especially regarding tariffs, shedding light on agricultural priorities amidst changing global dynamics.
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Cloudburst Trapped Pilgrims Near Vaishno Devi
- Jammu experienced flash floods after the heaviest rainfall in a century that struck Reasi and Doda and hit Vaishno Devi pilgrims hard.
- Arun Sharma says many victims were trapped amid tents, shops and vehicles, preventing escape when the cloudburst struck.
Warnings Ignored Amplified The Toll
- Warnings were issued days earlier but the yatra continued and far more pilgrims arrived than slots allowed.
- Arun Sharma suggests management focused on maximizing numbers rather than heeding weather alerts, worsening casualties.
Rescue Underway But Infrastructure Damaged
- Rescue response involved Army, police, SDRF and NDRF and restoration of power and drinking water is underway.
- Arun Sharma warns full normalcy will take time because roads and major infrastructure remain damaged.