Heavy rain in Himachal caused flash floods, landslides, and damage in Manali, Kangra, and Chamba. Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu blamed climate change and suspended the Manimahesh Yatra.

The rains and thunderstorm that have been ravaging Jammu for two days — causing floods, landslides and massive damage — appear to be gradually weakening.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Japan from 29th to 30th August 2025, his eighth visit to the country. Along with his Japanese counterpart, Shigeru Ishiba, PM Modi will hold the 15th India-Japan annual summit on Friday.