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In Photos: 24 dead as fire crews try to corral Los Angeles wildfires

In Photos: 24 dead as fire crews try to corral Los Angeles wildfires

Firefighters scrambled Sunday to make further progress against wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and killed 24 people in the Los Angeles area as forecasters again warned of dangerous weather with the return of strong winds this week. At least 16 people were missing, and authorities said that number was expected to rise. (Pics/AFP)

13 January,2025 02:28 PM IST | ronak mastakar
In Photos: California wildfires claim 16 lives

In Photos: California wildfires claim 16 lives

US President-elect Donald Trump expressed anger as the southern Californian fires continued to rage on. Calling it "one of the worst catastrophes" in the history of the US, he lashed out over the inability of authorities to put out the fires. (Pics/AFP)

12 January,2025 02:38 PM IST | ronak mastakar
IN PHOTOS: Death toll rises to 11 in California wildfires as evacuations expand

IN PHOTOS: Death toll rises to 11 in California wildfires as evacuations expand

The death toll in the California wildfires has risen to 11, according to NBC News reports. Firefighters faced a temporary respite as the strong Santa Ana winds eased but are bracing for their return. (PIC/AFP) 

11 January,2025 12:55 PM IST | Anisha Shrivastava
IN PHOTOS: Federal govt to cover six months of wildfire costs, announces Biden

IN PHOTOS: Federal govt to cover six months of wildfire costs, announces Biden

US President Joe Biden has announced that the federal government will cover six months of wildfire costs in Southern California, following devastating wildfires in the region. Biden's announcement includes 100% funding for measures to protect lives and property during the crisis. (PICS/ PTI) 

10 January,2025 11:10 AM IST | Anisha Shrivastava
IN PHOTOS: Extreme weather conditions fuel LA wildfires

IN PHOTOS: Extreme weather conditions fuel LA wildfires

Devastating wildfires swept through the Los Angeles Area on Wednesday, causing massive destruction. According to experts, a prolonged dry spell combined with strong winds created conditions for the wildfires to rage out of control, even though it’s too soon to pinpoint exactly how much climate change contributed. (Report and Pics: AFP)

09 January,2025 10:38 PM IST | Los Angeles | Raaina Jain
In Photos: At least five people killed in California wildfires

In Photos: At least five people killed in California wildfires

The death toll has risen to five following devastating wildfires that swept through Southern California, fuelled by dry and windy conditions, according to a report by The New York Times. (Pics/AFP)

09 January,2025 02:41 PM IST | ronak mastakar
IN PHOTOS: LGBTQIA+ community walks the 54th Annual San Francisco Pride Parade

IN PHOTOS: LGBTQIA+ community walks the 54th Annual San Francisco Pride Parade

While the name of the parade has changed over the years, the first San Francisco Pride Parade was conducted in 1970. It was organised by the San Francisco Gay Liberation Front with about 20- 30 people in attendance

01 July,2024 01:10 PM IST | Editor
Pics: Margot Robbie to Emily Blunt, who wore what to Critics Choice Awards 2024

Pics: Margot Robbie to Emily Blunt, who wore what to Critics Choice Awards 2024

The Critics Choice Awards 2024 celebrates the achievements in both film and TV, as voted on by print, broadcast, and digital journalists who cover entertainment. Chelsea Handler returned to host the ceremony for the second year in a row which took place in California. Members of the fraternity put their best fashion foot forward on the special night (All Photos/AFP)

15 January,2024 08:52 AM IST | Athulya Nambiar
IN PHOTOS: Firefighters make progress battling Southern California wildfire

IN PHOTOS: Firefighters make progress battling Southern California wildfire

Firefighters on Wednesday made inroads in containing a Southern California wildfire, but officials said many homes and other buildings remain threatened by the blaze that at one point saw thousands of people under orders to evacuate. Pics/AFP (Text-AP)

02 November,2023 12:55 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
In Photos: Muslims in India are feeling attacked, says Rahul Gandhi in US

In Photos: Muslims in India are feeling attacked, says Rahul Gandhi in US

Congress Party leader Rahul Gandhi interacts with the Indian diaspora in San Francisco, California on Wednesday. Photos: ANI/PTI

31 May,2023 03:22 PM IST | Editor

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