Dozens killed in India floods

At least 34 people have died in India’s northeastern region after heavy floods caused landslides over the last four days, Reuters writes, referring to local  authorities.

More than a thousand tourists trapped in the Himalayan state of Sikkim were being evacuated on Monday, a government statement said, and army rescue teams were pressed into service to rescue more than 500 people stranded in flooded areas.

Authorities have warned of further landslides and flash floods, urging residents in vulnerable areas to remain alert.