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Uttar Pradesh Thunderstorm Kills 117, Injures 79, and Causes Widespread Destruction

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A severe thunderstorm swept through Uttar Pradesh, India, killing 117 people, injuring 79, and causing extensive damage to property and livestock, with wind gusts reaching up to 130 kmph in several districts.

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Wayanad, Kerala, is experiencing severe ecological crises and deadly landslides due to unscientific development and policy conflicts. Heavy rains saturate porous soil, causing hillside liquefaction, while infrastructure projects like the Anakkampoyil tunnel destabilize the region, leading to loss of life and environmental damage.

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