J&K flash floods: 6 killed as landslide hits Vaishno Devi shrine route; yatra suspended

Heavy monsoon rains triggered a landslide on the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine route in Jammu and Kashmir, injuring at least six. The yatra has been suspended, and trains to Katra cancelled. Widespread disruption continues across the region with landslides blocking the Jammu-Srinagar highway and cloudbursts causing flash floods in Doda.

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Raging Beas waters wash away portion of Manali-Leh highway- videos

Himachal Pradesh is grappling with severe flooding and landslides triggered by heavy rainfall, leading to road closures, school shutdowns, and disrupted utilities. The Manali-Leh highway is blocked, and a truck was swept away by floodwaters. Tragically, numerous fatalities and significant financial losses have already occurred due to the relentless downpour, with more heavy rain forecasted.

Watch: Kiren Rijiju halts convoy to help accident victims in Ladakh

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju halted his convoy on the Srinagar-Leh highway upon witnessing a vehicle plunge into the Drass river in Ladakh. Rijiju shared a video showing him speaking to the injured victims.

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J&K flash floods: 5 killed as landslide hits Vaishno Devi shrine route; yatra suspended

Heavy monsoon rains triggered a landslide on the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine route in Jammu and Kashmir, injuring at least six. The yatra has been suspended, and trains to Katra cancelled. Widespread disruption continues across the region with landslides blocking the Jammu-Srinagar highway and cloudbursts causing flash floods in Doda.

Google abandons virtual hiring model: CEO says AI cheating unstoppable

Google is reintroducing in-person job interviews as CEO Sundar Pichai addresses concerns about AI-driven cheating during virtual hiring. This decision marks a shift from the remote practices adopted during the pandemic. Employees raised the issue, prompting Google to balance efficiency with the need to ensure the authenticity of the hiring process, acknowledging that competitors face similar challenges.

Rain fury in J&K: Roads washed away, flood alerts issued; 10 videos show havoc

Heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir has triggered flash floods, cloudbursts, and landslides, resulting in three deaths and widespread damage. Rising river levels prompted alerts and evacuations, while landslides disrupted road connectivity. The meteorological department forecasts continued rainfall, warning of further potential disasters across the region.

J&K rains: Landslide hits Mata Vaishno Devi shrine route; yatra suspended

Heavy monsoon rains triggered a landslide on the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine route in Jammu and Kashmir, injuring at least six. The yatra has been suspended, and trains to Katra cancelled. Widespread disruption continues across the region with landslides blocking the Jammu-Srinagar highway and cloudbursts causing flash floods in Doda.

Record! 102-year-old, with heart condition, becomes oldest to climb Mount Fuji

Kokichi Akuzawa, a 102-year-old Japanese man with a heart condition, has set a Guinness World Record as the oldest person to climb Mount Fuji. Despite facing health challenges and an earlier fall, he trained rigorously with weekly mountain hikes. Akuzawa completed the ascent over three days, supported by his family, but has no plans to climb again.

Happy Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Best messages, quotes, wishes, greetings and images

Ganesh Chaturthi, a major Indian festival, will be celebrated on August 26, 2025. This ten-day festival honors the birth of Lord Ganesha. Devotees will worship idols at home and in public. Lord Ganesha is the god of wisdom, prosperity, and fortune. The festival includes messages, wishes and quotes. People will celebrate with devotion and joy with friends and family. Read below!

Who is Jasmin Jaffar: YouTuber under fire; Guruvayur temple video sparks outrage

YouTuber Jasmin Jaffar faces backlash for allegedly violating temple rules at Guruvayur Shri Krishna Temple by washing her feet in a sacred pond, a prohibited area for non-Hindus. Temple authorities filed a complaint, citing violations of protocols, including photography restrictions and non-Hindu entry. Jaffar issued a public apology and deleted the controversial reel.

Boney Kapoor moves Madras HC; alleges 3 individuals illegally claiming Sridevi’s property

Boney Kapoor has approached the Madras High Court, contesting claims to a Chennai property once owned by his late wife, Sridevi. Kapoor alleges that three individuals are unlawfully asserting ownership, potentially through fraudulent means. He disputes the validity of their claims, particularly questioning a legal heirship certificate issued to them.

Fake NRI admissions racket in medical education: The new red lines

A massive fake NRI-quota admissions scam exposed by the Enforcement Directorate has revealed how fabricated guardians, forged certificates, and counterfeit notary stamps were used to secure nearly 18,000 medical seats in West Bengal and Odisha. In response, authorities have enforced stricter rules—tightening guardianship definitions, disallowing extended family sponsorship, mandating embassy-issued certificates, and limiting validity to one year to prevent misuse.

India needs atmanirbhata not just in weapons but also war strategies

India’s armed forces are ceaselessly engaged in conflicts uniquely shaped by our geography and our adversaries. But none of our military concepts, doctrines, vocabulary are homegrown