Flash floods and landslides, triggered by heavy rain, have caused devastation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district, resulting in at least three fatalities and widespread damage to homes. Rescue operations are underway amidst challenging weather conditions, with over 100 people rescued from flood-hit areas.

Pope Francis, who has been recovering after his release from hospital, appeared in St Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday. 

​Pope Francis, who has been recovering after his release from hospital, appeared in St Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday.  

Bangladesh’s embankment construction near the Muhuri River in South Tripura, allegedly violating the Indira-Mujib pact, has raised security and flood concerns. Over 500 families fear monsoon flooding. CPM legislator from Belonia Dipankar Sen sought immediate intervention of the Union home ministry into the issue, as similar incidents in Kailashahar earlier prompted India to build higher embankments to counter flood risks.