CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Karnataka launches “Meghasandesha” App for real time information & ‘Varunamitra’ portal for real-time information on weather.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Karnataka government on Saturday launched “Meghasandesha” App that would provide real-time information as well as forecast on rains, flooding and thunderstorm alerts in Bengaluru.

Detailed explanation-3: -Bengaluru Rains LIVE: Shantinagar, Jayanagar, Vijayanagar, Mysuru Road, Majestic, City Market, Rajajinagar, Kengeri, Uttarahalli, Yelahanka, Hebbal regions were heavily affected by the rain. Mahadevapura and Bengaluru East, the regions which experienced flood fury recently recorded 60 to 80 mm of rainfall.

Detailed explanation-4: -The locations include: the highest point in the city, i.e. High Grounds near Raj Bhavan, near Cubbon Park, near Koramangala, south of Tin Factory, and east of Harlur. If anything comes in the way of the flow of the water, there is a good chance of flooding. Blr Floods - 2 minute Explainer!