A cloudburst in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district triggered flash floods, causing significant damage in high-altitude villages. The India Meteorological Department defines a cloudburst as rainfall exceeding 100 millimetres per hour. Research indicates Uttarakhand is highly prone to such events due to its altitude and climate change, necessitating stronger policy responses and better planning.

Four people were killed and at least 130, who were initially feared trapped, have been rescued in Dharali, a key stopover to Gangotri housing many hotels, restaurants and homestays

US should not burn its relationship with a “strong ally like India” and give a pass to China, Nikki Haley said on Tuesday, amid President Donald Trump’s attacks against New Delhi over tariffs and purchases of Russian oil.