Rescue operations continue for two workers trapped inside a flooded tunnel in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, where slush, debris and darkness are hampering the search. Eight workers have already died following a sudden surge of water and debris after a landslide-like event.

In Assam, the government has stepped up flood relief efforts, allocating ₹150 crore in interim assistance. Damage assessments and repairs to schools, roads and other critical infrastructure are underway as authorities work to clear floodwater from affected areas.

Meanwhile, two security screeners were injured at Varanasi airport after a licensed firearm was accidentally discharged during a mandatory security check.

In Maharashtra, aspiring candidates protested after technical problems disrupted the Bombay High Court clerk recruitment typing test at several examination centres.

In another tragic development, a 30-year-old Indian Navy sailor, his wife and their two children were found dead at their naval accommodation in South Mumbai. Police are investigating the deaths as a suspected murder-suicide, while the Indian Navy has confirmed the incident and extended support to the family.

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The Assam Police Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched an investigation into the alleged fundraising racket against nearly 50 social media accounts suspected of collecting money in the name of Assam flood relief. Citing sources, police confirmed that these accounts are being traced by the cyber cell for reportedly sharing UPI IDs and QR codes to solicit donations by claiming they were meant for flood relief. Officials also claimed that all financial transactions connected to the identified accounts will be accessed, warning that those found misusing public donations in the name of flood-affected people would face legal action. Police have cautioned the public to verify the authenticity of individuals or organisations before donating, refraining from sending money to unverified online accounts, and flagging any suspicious fundraising campaigns.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-s-busiest-highway-delhi-meerut-expressway-to-get-india-s-first-dynamic-speed-limits-here-s-how-they-ll-work-challan-1786086062455">New speed limits, automatic challans: Big traffic change coming to Delhi-Meerut Expressway. All you need to know</a><h3>Police issue advisory&nbsp;</h3>Assam Police also issued an advisory directed at digital media platforms and content creators, instructing them not to reveal the identities of children affected by the floods or post unblurred images and videos that could leave them vulnerable to cybercrime and exploitation. The advisory further called for responsible reporting practices that safeguard children's rights and privacy. The CID said the ongoing initiative aimed to curb fraudulent fundraising and encourage ethical reporting throughout the state's flood relief efforts.<h2>Floods inundate Golaghat, Numaligarh&nbsp;</h2>On Friday, large parts of Golaghat district of Assam remained inundated after an upsurge in the water levels of the Dhansiri and Doyang rivers, forcing several families to leave their homes and take shelter in relief camps. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) confirmed that the Dhansiri River is flowing above the danger mark, raising concern about worsening of the flood situation in low-lying areas. Officials stated that the opening of four gates of the Doyang Hydroelectric Project has further increased the water level, inundating multiple villages across the Bokakhat, Golaghat and Khumtai Assembly constituencies.

Police have cautioned the public to verify the authenticity of individuals or organisations before donating, refraining from sending money to unverified online accounts, and flagging any suspicious fundraising campaigns.

The Assam Police Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched an investigation into the alleged fundraising racket against nearly 50 social media accounts suspected of collecting money in the name of Assam flood relief. Citing sources, police confirmed that these accounts are being traced by the cyber cell for reportedly sharing UPI IDs and QR codes to solicit donations by claiming they were meant for flood relief. Officials also claimed that all financial transactions connected to the identified accounts will be accessed, warning that those found misusing public donations in the name of flood-affected people would face legal action. Police have cautioned the public to verify the authenticity of individuals or organisations before donating, refraining from sending money to unverified online accounts, and flagging any suspicious fundraising campaigns. Also read: New speed limits, automatic challans: Big traffic change coming to Delhi-Meerut Expressway. All you need to know Police issue advisory Assam Police also issued an advisory directed at digital media platforms and content creators, instructing them not to reveal the identities of children affected by the floods or post unblurred images and videos that could leave them vulnerable to cybercrime and exploitation. The advisory further called for responsible reporting practices that safeguard children's rights and privacy. The CID said the ongoing initiative aimed to curb fraudulent fundraising and encourage ethical reporting throughout the state's flood relief efforts. Floods inundate Golaghat, Numaligarh On Friday, large parts of Golaghat district of Assam remained inundated after an upsurge in the water levels of the Dhansiri and Doyang rivers, forcing several families to leave their homes and take shelter in relief camps. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) confirmed that the Dhansiri River is flowing above the danger mark, raising concern about worsening of the flood situation in low-lying areas. Officials stated that the opening of four gates of the Doyang Hydroelectric Project has further increased the water level, inundating multiple villages across the Bokakhat, Golaghat and Khumtai Assembly constituencies.

Police have cautioned the public to verify the authenticity of individuals or organisations before donating, refraining from sending money to unverified online accounts, and flagging any suspicious fundraising campaigns.

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Assam CID probes 50 social media accounts over flood relief fundraising 'scam'