New Delhi:Heavy rains have triggered severe flooding and landslides across parts of the North East, with Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland bearing the brunt of the devastation. Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland continue to battle floodsHeavy rainfall and landslides have caused widespread damage in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland, resulting in loss of lives and property. Assam seeks special Central relief packageThe Assam government has requested that the Upper Assam floods be recognised as an "atypical, high-intensity, rapid-onset event". Fresh IMD rain warning keeps North East on alertThe India Meteorological Department has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms across Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland until 1 August. (With inputs from PTI)ALSO READ:Man braves floodwaters to rescue stranded calf during Assam floods