Heavy monsoon rain is battering India's Himalayan states. Himachal Pradesh is under an IMD warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall until July 20, with landslide risks high in Chamba, Kangra, Shimla and Mandi. Meanwhile, Arunachal Pradesh's crisis is deepening — fresh floods and landslides hit East Siang and Kamle districts, affecting 25 villages in just 24 hours.


Himalayan states battle monsoon fury: Red alert in Himachal, floods ravage Arunachal

Severe forest fires are raging across Northern India, exacerbated by prolonged dry weather, extreme heatwaves, and human negligence. Extensive blazes have swept through fragile belts in Jammu & Kashmir (Udhampur, Rajouri), Himachal Pradesh (Shimla, Solan, Kasauli), and Uttarakhand, triggering emergency containment operations across the Himalayan region. 

Wildfires Rip Through Himachal, Uttarakhand and J&K Forest Belts 

The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) rescued a pet pit bull dog in Himachal Pradesh’s Bharmour after it guarded its owner’s body for four days in harsh, sub-zero conditions, highlighting a story of loyalty amid tragedy.

SDRF Rescues Pet Pit Bull Dog That Guarded Owner's Body for 4 Days in Bharmour

The death of a 19-year-old student of Government Degree College, Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh, has triggered widespread outrage after the police registered a case against a college professor and three students on charges of ragging, sexual misconduct, intimidation and acts allegedly linked to her deteriorating health and eventual death.


Police Probe 19-Year-Old Student's Death Amid Alleged Allegations of Ragging & Harassment |

The Himalayan Ghepan Lake in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul-Spiti region has dramatically swollen by 176% over the past three decades, raising serious concerns among authorities and environmentalists. This rapid expansion is largely attributed to accelerated glacier retreat driven by climate change, which increases meltwater flow into the lake. 

Rapid Expansion of Ghepan Lake Sparks Flood Concerns in Himachal 

Himachal: The Ghepan Lake in the Lahaul-Spiti region of Himachal Pradesh has expanded by 176% over the past 33 years, primarily due to accelerated glacier melting attributed to climate change. This significant increase in water volume has raised alarms among authorities and environmentalists due to the potential risk of glacial lake outburst floods that could affect downstream regions.


Himachal: Alarm Raised as Himalayan Ghepan Lake Swells Dramatically

A tragic landslide in Himachal Pradesh claims 15 lives as large boulders struck a private bus. Rescue operations are underway amid challenging conditions. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this devastating incident.

Landslide in Himachal Claims 15 Lives as Boulders Hit a Private Bus

India at this Hour-

- NIA Arrests Bihar Man with Naxal Links in Chennai
- PM Modi to Visit Flood-Hit Punjab, Himachal today


NIA Arrests Bihar Man with Naxal Links in Chennai |PM Modi to Visit Flood-Hit Punjab, Himachal

North India is witnessing its second-wettest monsoon in 50 years, triggering widespread floods and deadly landslides across several states.

India's deadly floods: Himachal, Punjab worst-hit regions | Heavy rains continue

Monsoon mayhem has unleashed utter devastation across Punjab! Over 1200 villages have been flooded, homes destroyed, and thousands displaced as relentless rains trigger catastrophic flooding. At least 43 people have died and more than 354,000 have been affected by heavy rains and floods in the northern Indian state of Punjab. The Floods have hit all 23 districts and have submerged swathes of agricultural land, threatening to devastate India's rich harvest belt.


Himachal Pradesh records 366 deaths, roads & highways blocked 

Punjab floods: PM Modi to visit flood-hit Punjab on 9 September

India's Supreme Court Has Raised Alarm Over Rampant Tree Felling In The Fragile Himalayan Region — After A Plea Blamed The Abuse For The Recent Landslide Havoc. Four Governments — Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Jammu And Kashmir, And Uttarakhand — Have Been Asked To Respond.

Concern over threat to Himalayan ecology

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red, orange, and yellow alerts across multiple states as heavy rainfall lashes parts of India. Flash floods, waterlogging, and severe disruptions are expected in several regions.

IMD warns of heavy rains across India | Red, orange, yellow alerts issued

J&K Floods: Jammu and Kashmir is facing severe flooding, with heavy rains causing flash floods and widespread damage in Jammu. Terrifying footage from the region shows streets and homes submerged, highlighting the scale of the disaster.


India: IMD issues orange alert in J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand, and Himachal 

Relentless monsoon rains have battered northern India, causing major disruptions in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. Heavy downpours have triggered landslides, floods, and widespread damage, severely impacting daily life and transport.


India: IMD issues orange alert for heavy rain in six J&K districts

Jammu & Kashmir is experiencing heavy and incessant rains. The Tawi River has swelled up to dangerous levels. Heavy rains have battered Jammu, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. From cloudbursts to landslides, normal life have been disrupted


Himachal: Deadly floods hit India | 100 killed in J&K | cloudbursts & landslides

Severe monsoon rains continue to wreak havoc across northern and northeastern India. Himachal Pradesh is facing widespread flooding, with roads washed away, homes submerged, and emergency services overwhelmed. In Jammu & Kashmir and Arunachal Pradesh, multiple landslides have blocked key highways and cut off remote areas.

 India Battles From The Hills Of Himachal To The Plains Of Telangana, Imd Issue Alert

A powerful cloudburst in Jammu & Kashmir’s Doda district triggered sudden flash floods, damaging over 10 houses and forcing urgent evacuations in low-lying areas. The region is reeling as rising waters sweep through villages, while landslides have forced the closure of the Jammu–Srinagar national highway. Authorities have issued high-alert advisories for the swelling Tawi river, with weather warnings in place for further extreme rainfall in the region. Relief teams have been mobilized as locals assess the scale of destruction.


Heavy rains wreak havoc across J&K, Himachal & Uttarakhand

Himachal Pradesh is reeling under the monsoon's devastating impact, with the death toll rising to 276 since June 20, as flood alerts and landslides wreak havoc across the state. Hundreds of roads remain blocked, power and water infrastructure faces widespread disruption, and recovery efforts struggle amid relentless rains. Simultaneously, a chilling development in Delhi has captured headlines: the accused attacker of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has been placed under five-day police remand and formally charged with attempted murder, raising urgent questions about security and political stability in the capital.

Himachal monsoon death toll touches 276 | Delhi CM attacker in police remand 

On Friday, the Shimal Centre of the India Meteorological Department in Himachal Pradesh issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in several areas of Lahaul-Spiti, Kullu, Kinnaur, Mandi, Chamba, Kangra, and Shimla. According to ANI, 583 roads in the state, including five National Highways, have been choked due to heavy snowfall and rain.  Watch to know more!

Fresh Snowfall, Rain Disrupt Life In Himachal Pradesh Districts

Fresh snowfall has covered Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, leading to road closures and travel disruptions. The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway and NH-5 near Shimla have been blocked, stranding vehicles. Authorities have issued an orange warning for Lahaul, Spiti, Chamba, and Kinnaur. Watch the latest updates on North India’s winter weather.

Heavy snowfall hits J&K, Himachal; highways blocked, travel disrupted

A cold wave has gripped much of north India with dense fog and snowfall in the hills, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted rainfall in southern states on Tuesday (Dec 24).

India weather update: Cold wave grips north, rainfall expected in south

High-altitude regions of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh are experiencing snowfall, attracting tourists



The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier issued a cold wave warning in Telangana. The weather department has predicted partly cloudy skies with misty or hazy mornings till December 19. IMD Hyderabad has also issued a yellow alert for the first time due to cold weather conditions



Cold wave grips Telangana, mercury dips to single digit in several regions

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