In Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, a massive landslide triggered by continuous heavy rainfall forced the evacuation of 15 houses as a precautionary measure. Local authorities, along with the district administration, moved residents to safer locations to avoid casualties. The incident highlights the state’s growing vulnerability to natural disasters during the monsoon season. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for several districts, warning of possible landslides, flash floods, and road blockages. Rescue teams remain on high alert, with disaster management authorities monitoring the situation and carrying out safety measures in vulnerable areas. (PC: ANI)

Uttarakhand is grappling with devastating flash floods after recording 273 % excess rainfall in 24 hours, leaving over 300 roads blocked and disrupting lives and rescue operations . A viral video shared on X by Dr PM Dhakate, Special Secretary to the Chief Minister, shows a leopard’s lifeless body floating in a swollen river—highlighting the tragic impact on wildlife . The IMD issued an orange alert for seven districts, and relief efforts are underway: the NDRF, Army, and SDRF rescued people and animals; several families have been moved to relief camps . Meanwhile, another viral clip showed two elephants being swept away in strong currents—but both managed to regain footing and reach safety.   

A massive landslide has killed at least 370 people in Sudan’s remote Marra Mountains, the UN said. Officials warned the death toll could rise as the area is hard to reach. Local armed group Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM/A) claimed up to 1,000 may have died after heavy rains triggered the disaster on Sunday, destroying the village of Tarseen. Only one survivor has been found. Aid delivery faces delays due to poor roads and flooding. The SLM/A, which controls the area, has appealed for urgent international help. Leaders across Africa called the tragedy a humanitarian crisis and urged swift assistance. (PC: AFP)

Delhi traffic police have closed the Old Iron Bridge (Loha Pul) from Tuesday 4 pm due to rising Yamuna water levels, which crossed the danger mark of 205.33 metres. Commuters have been advised to avoid the bridge and nearby routes. Traffic has been diverted through Hanuman Setu, Raja Ram Kohli Marg, and Geeta Colony Road. Police urged people to use public transport and keep extra time for travel. Drone visuals showed the Yamuna flowing above danger levels after heavy rain. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited flood-hit areas and assured relief and support to affected families. Vigil is being maintained. (PC: ANI Grab)

A frustrated Reddit user's viral post about falling into an unmarked drain during Gurugram's heavy rainfall has sparked widespread criticism of the city's infrastructure. The resident, stuck in the "Millennium City" for five months due to work commitments, described living there as "literal hell" after tumbling into knee-deep floodwater concealing an open drain with no safety barriers. Monday's downpour brought over 100mm of rainfall in four hours, causing severe waterlogging across streets. Despite being Haryana's highest tax-paying city, residents complained about poor civic facilities worse than tier-2 cities. Social media users shared similar experiences, with one walking three kilometers through gutter water. The incident highlights ongoing infrastructure failures in India's corporate hub during monsoon season. (PC: Business Today & India Today)

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif sparked controversy by calling devastating Punjab province floods a "blessing" and advising citizens to store floodwater in buckets and tubs at home. Speaking to local media, Asif suggested protesters should "take flood waters home" instead of blocking roads. The monsoon fury has killed 33 people, affected 2,200 villages, and forced evacuation of over 700,000 residents across Punjab province. Provincial Disaster Management Authority reports one of history's most severe floods with three rivers running dangerously high. In Sindh province, 1.6 million people across 1,657 villages face potential flood impact. Relief operations continue in worst-hit districts while livestock are relocated to safer areas. (PC: The Hindu)

Heavy rain has paralysed north India, killing at least 98 people across Punjab, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttarakhand. The Yamuna crossed the danger mark in Delhi, flooding homes and roads. Punjab reported 29 deaths in what officials called the “worst flood in 25 years.” In Jammu and Kashmir, over 50 people have died, highways remain shut, and 500 houses are damaged. Uttarakhand reported 10 deaths, with 69 still missing after cloudbursts. Thousands are displaced across the region. Schools and offices in many states have closed. The IMD warned heavy rain will continue until September 7. (PC: India Today)

More than 1,000 people are feared dead after a landslide in western Sudan, according to the Sudan Liberation Movement (SLM). The disaster struck a village in the Marrah Mountains, Darfur, on 31 August after heavy rain. The SLM said only one survivor has been found and appealed to the United Nations and aid groups for urgent help. The area, already sheltering people fleeing Sudan’s civil war, lacks food and medicine. Fighting between the army and the Rapid Support Forces has left millions displaced, deepening what the UN calls one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. (PC: Sudan Liberation Movement/Army)

Delhi faced rising flood danger on Tuesday as the Yamuna crossed the danger mark of 205.33 metres and reached 205.68 metres by morning. Water entered homes in low-lying areas, forcing people into relief camps. Officials warned levels could rise to 206.50 metres by evening as water continued to flow from Haryana’s Hathnikund barrage. Authorities closed Loha Pul for traffic from 5 pm. Meanwhile, Gurugram received over 100 mm rain in four hours on Monday, flooding Hero Honda Chowk and the Dwarka Expressway. An orange alert was issued, schools moved online, and offices were asked to allow work-from-home. (PC: India Today)

Heavy rain in Delhi-NCR on Monday brought Gurugram to a standstill. Waterlogging caused massive traffic jams on the Delhi-Gurugram Expressway, with queues stretching for nearly 20 kilometres. The traffic police received about 200 distress calls as vehicles broke down and commuters sought help. Videos on social media showed endless rows of stranded cars. Congestion was also reported at Rajiv Chowk, Golf Course Road, and other key routes. The IMD issued an orange alert, warning of more rain. Schools were ordered shut, and offices advised work-from-home. Opposition leaders slammed the government, calling it a “failure of planning."