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  NES President Prof. Tana Showren hands over the₹20 lakh cheque to the Deputy Commissioner of Keyi Panyor district. YAZALI, July 12:  Demonstrating solidarity with the victims of the devastating flash floods that struck Keyi Panyor district last month, the Nyishi Elite Society (NES), along with the All Nyishi Students' Union (ANSU) and the All Nyishi Youth Association (ANYA), on Sunday handed over ₹20 lakh as humanitarian financial assistance to the Deputy Commissioner of Keyi Panyor. The financial assistance has been provided as interim relief for families affected by the flash floods in Possa and Potin, where widespread destruction left hundreds of residents grappling with the loss of homes, livelihoods and essential infrastructure. The unprecedented flash flood that hit the district on June 24 triggered massive devastation, washing away houses, damaging roads and bridges, disrupting connectivity and causing extensive losses to public and private property.  The disaste...

  YAZALI, Jul 9:  In a remarkable display of community solidarity, the Ziro Royal Enfielders (ZRE) on Thursday handed over ₹4,51,014 raised for the flash flood-affected people of Keyi Panyor district. The donation was contributed to the MLA Relief Fund and was formally handed over to local MLA Toko Tatung during a brief handover programme. The amount was mobilised through a fundraising campaign launched by ZRE in response to the devastating flash floods that affected several families in Keyi Panyor. The campaign received overwhelming support from individuals, motorcycle clubs, organisations and well-wishers, reflecting the community's commitment to helping those in need. ZRE said the initiative was made possible by the immense love and trust shown towards the organisation by the public, which encouraged members to carry out the relief campaign successfully. The group expressed heartfelt gratitude to every donor, volunteer and supporter who contributed to the humanitarian effor...

  YAZALI, July 8:  The body of 13-year-old Likha Tajap, who was swept away by the strong current at the confluence of the Kal and Panyor rivers in Yazali while rescuing his younger brother, was recovered on Wednesday morning after an intensive four-day search operation. According to Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Yazali Police, Tabong Pasar, the incident occurred on Sunday, July 5, when Likha's younger brother accidentally began drowning in the river.  Without hesitation, Likha jumped into the fast-flowing water and managed to push his brother to safety. However, he was overpowered by the strong current and disappeared beneath the water. Immediately after the incident, a large-scale search and rescue operation was launched under the supervision of OC Tabong Pasar.  Personnel from the Yazali Police, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and local volunteers carried out an extensive search despite difficult river conditions. ...