At least 34 people died and several were injured after a landslide struck the Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra track near Katra, Jammu and Kashmir. Heavy rain caused flash floods and landslides across the region, damaging bridges, power lines, and mobile networks. Over 3,500 residents were evacuated. The Jhelum River crossed the danger mark, raising flood fears. Jammu recorded 296 mm of rain in 24 hours, breaking a 1973 record, while Udhampur received 629 mm. Schools were closed, and exams were suspended. Rescue teams, including the Army, NDRF, and SDRF, are working with helicopters and relief flights to aid survivors. (PC: X)

At least 32 people were killed after a massive landslide struck the Vaishno Devi shrine route in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district on Tuesday. The yatra was suspended as rocks and boulders crashed down around 3 pm. Heavy rains across north India triggered flash floods in Jammu, Kashmir, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh, forcing the evacuation of thousands. Over 3,500 residents in Jammu were moved to safety. Officials reported damage to bridges, houses, and shops. Authorities issued fresh alerts to Pakistan about possible flooding in the Tawi river after dams released excess water. Rescue operations are underway. (PC: X)

On August 26, 2025, torrential monsoon rains in Jammu & Kashmir unleashed a deadly landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine, killing at least 30 pilgrims, injuring others, and suspending the pilgrimage amid active rescue operations. Simultaneously, a cloudburst in Doda’s Charu Nallah caused flash floods that claimed three lives, damaged homes, and collapsed infrastructure in Kishtwar. The calamity has led to widespread disruption—roads blocked, train services cancelled, and flood alerts issued. These events add to an ongoing regional monsoon crisis, marked by recurring cloudbursts and floods, with mounting casualties and humanitarian concerns across the area and neighboring Pakistan. (PC: The Hindu)

Heavy rain and landslides killed 11 people in Jammu and Kashmir, including 7 pilgrims on the Vaishno Devi route. Over 20 were injured and the yatra was suspended. In Doda, 4 people died in separate incidents. Floods damaged homes, highways, and railways, leaving thousands stranded. The Jammu-Srinagar and Kishtwar-Doda highways were closed, while 18 trains were cancelled. In Himachal’s Kullu, the Beas river washed away part of the Chandigarh-Manali highway. Punjab declared high alert after overflowing rivers flooded several districts. Schools across Jammu and Kullu were shut. Authorities warned of more heavy rain, flash floods, and landslides till August 27. (PC: X)

Heavy rain continues to batter Jammu, causing floods, landslides, and disruption across the region. At least 11 people have died, including seven on the Vaishno Devi yatra route and four in Doda. Rivers Tawi, Chenab, and Basantar are flowing above alert levels. Authorities imposed night curfew from 8 pm to 8 am and closed schools and offices. Highways and several roads remain blocked due to landslides. Indian Army teams are carrying out rescue operations and evacuating people from low-lying areas. Pilgrims to Vaishno Devi are advised to replan their journey. Helpline numbers have been issued for assistance. (PC: X)

Six people were killed and 13 others injured after a landslide struck the Mata Vaishno Devi yatra route in Reasi district, Jammu and Kashmir. The incident happened near Adhkwari around 3 pm during heavy rain. The yatra was suspended, and rescue teams, including the Army, rushed to the spot. Officials said efforts are underway to move pilgrims to safety. Heavy rainfall has battered the region for three days, causing flash floods and cloudbursts. Four more people were killed in Doda earlier today. Train services and traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar highway have also been disrupted due to landslides. (PC: X)

Heavy rain and landslides have killed at least nine people in Jammu, including five on the Vaishno Devi yatra route. The pilgrimage has been suspended, and rescue operations are underway. Several rivers, including Tawi and Chenab, are flowing above danger levels. Four bridges have collapsed, and many roads and highways remain blocked. The Indian Army has deployed multiple teams for relief and rescue work in Katra, Samba, and nearby regions. Train services to Jammu, Katra, and Udhampur have been cancelled. Schools in the division will remain closed. Authorities have urged people to stay alert and avoid riverbanks. (PC: X)

Heavy rain and landslides in Jammu and Kashmir have killed nine people, including five on the Vaishno Devi shrine route. The yatra has been stopped after a landslide near Adhkwari injured several devotees. Officials said two people died when their house collapsed, while two others were killed in flash floods. A cloudburst was also reported in Doda district. Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar and Doda-Kishtwar highways has been blocked by landslides and flooding. Rivers Tawi and Ravi are flowing above danger level. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called the situation “serious” and directed officials to carry out rescue and relief work. (PC: X)

Heavy rain in Manali caused the Beas River to overflow, leading to floods and landslides. A multi-storey hotel, houses, shops, and restaurants were swept away by the strong currents. The Manali–Leh highway has been cut off at several points, leaving hundreds stranded without power or connectivity. Visuals showed a truck being washed away in the raging waters. Several residential areas remain submerged, though no casualties have been reported so far. Officials said stretches of the highway between Kullu and Manali have also collapsed. Himachal Pradesh continues to face heavy rain damage this monsoon season.

Late on the night of August 25–26, 2025, the swollen Beas River in Himachal Pradesh washed away major segments of the Chandigarh–Manali highway between Kullu and Manali, causing severe damage to hotels and restaurants nearby . The Manali–Leh road was also blocked, aggravating travel disruption . A red alert has been issued, and educational institutions across multiple districts remain shut as authorities manage the crisis and assess the damage. (PC: The Times of India)