Torrential rainfall has unleashed widespread devastation across Jammu & Kashmir, with flash floods and landslides claiming at least 11 lives in the border districts of Poonch and Rajouri. Several people remain missing as rescue teams continue searching through debris and floodwaters. Swollen rivers overflowed, homes were washed away, roads were damaged, and dozens of vehicles were swept away by powerful currents. Rescue operations involving police, disaster response teams and local authorities are continuing around the clock.

India is mourning the loss of 26 tourists killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. In its aftermath, strong calls emerged to ban the release of Abir Gulaal, marking Pakistani actor Fawad Khan’s Bollywood comeback after nine years. Industry bodies like IFTDA and FWICE have opposed the film's release, vowing action against those working with Pakistani artists. Both Fawad and co-star Vaani Kapoor shared emotional tributes online, with Fawad later disabling comments amid heavy backlash.