Venezuela races to rescue hundreds trapped in rubble after major twin earthquakes

June 26, 2026 11:26 AM

Venezuela races to rescue hundreds trapped in rubble after major twin earthquakes

Hundreds of people in Venezuela were trapped under rubble and many more remained unaccounted for on Thursday after two powerful earthquakes devastated areas in and around the capital Caracas, killing hundreds, damaging buildings and leaving thousands homeless. A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck about 160 km (100 miles) west of Caracas on Wednesday evening, followed less than a minute later by a magnitude 7.5 tremor, the strongest since 1900, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The disaster...

PM Modi expresses grief over devastation caused by Venezuela earthquakes, offers assistance

June 25, 2026 2:21 PM

PM Modi expresses grief over devastation caused by Venezuela earthquakes, offers assistance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed grief over the devastation caused by a series of powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela, offering condolences to the victims and assuring India's support during the crisis. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Deeply saddened by the devastation caused by the severe earthquakes in Venezuela. On behalf of the people of India, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Venezuela, especially to the families who have lost thei...