Evening news wrap: Deadly cloudburst in J&K's Kishtwar kills 15, toll likely to rise; SC orders EC to publish Bihar's 65 lakh deleted voters data & more
Cloudburst in J&K's Kishtwar: 17 bodies recovered in Chasoti; toll may rise
At least 17 bodies have been recovered after a massive cloudburst hit Chosoti, a remote village on the route to the Machail Mata Yatra in Kishtwar district, officials said. Authorities warned that the death toll could rise.
Chosoti, the last motorable point before the Machail Mata shrine, saw the suspension of the annual yatra as rescue and relief operations were launched with all available resources.
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Bihar SIR: SC orders EC to publish details of 65 lakh voters removed
The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to publish details of 65 lakh voters removed from Bihar's electoral rolls following a special intensive revision. 'Transparency is needed about 65 lakh deleted voters to enable people to seek clarification or correction,' observed a bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymala Bagchi.
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Delhi rain: Man killed, daughter critical as tree falls on motorcycle in Kalkaji
A man was killed and his daughter critically injured when a massive old neem tree collapsed onto vehicles during heavy rainfall in South Delhi's Kalkaji area. The incident took place around 9.50 am in B-Block, where both were riding a motorcycle that was crushed under the falling tree. They were rushed to Safdarjung Trauma Centre, where Kumar succumbed to his injuries.
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India's aquanauts dive over 5,000 metres in North Atlantic in deep ocean mission milestone
In a landmark achievement, India has sent its aquanauts to depths of over 5,000 metres in the North Atlantic Ocean, marking a significant step in the country's Deep Ocean Mission, or Samudrayaan.
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Conducted in collaboration with France, the expedition saw two Indian aquanauts complete separate deep dives earlier this month in the French submersible Nautile.
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Pakistan forms new missile command after Operation Sindoor
Following India's Operation Sindoor, Pakistan is moving quickly to boost its military strength by creating a new force to oversee its missile arsenal — the Army Rocket Force Command. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the move during the country's 78th Independence Day ceremony in Islamabad. 'A key milestone in the advancement of the country's military response capability,' he said.
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22 minutes ago
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He Was Complaining Over Flood Rescue Hurdles, Then Omar Abdullah Arrived
Kishtwar: Chashoti village in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district has turned into a site of outpouring grief, as families wait anxiously for the bodies of their loved ones who were killed or buried alive under the slush during Thursday's flash flood. At least 60 people have been confirmed dead in the cloudburst that flooded the village that marks the starting point of an annual Hindu pilgrimage - Machail Mata Yatra. As rescue operations entered the third day, the grief turned into anger. A man from Jammu, who is waiting for the bodies of over a dozen relatives, alleged that the rescue site has become a place for photo ops for the politicians, and that's hampering the relief work. "20 JCBs are here, but only two are functioning. The rest aren't. The ministers and MLAs are visiting multiple times. They are not letting the police and army do their (relief) work. It has been three days and only two rocks have been removed. Is this work? Whenever the ministers visit, they turn off the JCBs. Don't we have families?" he told NDTV. Another man chipped in, "Our little children are missing." "If not alive, give us the dead body," urged the man from Jammu, adding, "The MLAs are bringing 10 others with them; they are stopping the (relief) work to get their photos clicked." Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who happened to visit the cloudburst site this morning, arrived at the spot at that moment and enquired, "What happened? Tell me" He reiterated the same complaint to the Chief Minister and urged, "Please give us the dead bodies." "That's what we are doing since the day this tragedy occurred," replied the Chief Minister. As he tried to reassure him, he cut the politician in between, "Sir, meri suno (listen to me). The police and the army are working. Each MLA is getting a minister 10 times, and (saying) 'stop the JCB and click our photos'. Are photos needed everywhere? We are helpless and worried." He told the Chief Minister that 13 members of his family are missing, including his mother and her sister (mausi). Another man said his wife, two children, and two other relatives have gone missing since the cloudburst on Thursday. "The JCB down there - it started after you arrived. Only two JCBs have been working since yesterday. We don't want anything, just give us the dead bodies," appealed the man from Jammu. When told that everyone was impacted by the tragedy, he replied, "If it had occurred to an MLA or minister, if it had happened to you, then action would have been faster." Mr Abdullah had visited the cloudburst site in Kishtwar earlier this morning and taken stock of rescue and relief operations. Speaking to NDTV, he assured that every effort was being made to retrieve the bodies. At least 80 people are still missing, he said.
The Hindu
22 minutes ago
- The Hindu
Kishtwar cloudburst: J&K CM Omar Abdullah reaches Chasoti village to assess damage
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday (August 16, 2025) reached Chasoti village in the Kishtwar district to assess the damage caused by flash floods triggered by a cloudburst that left 60 people dead and over 100 injured. A coordinated rescue and relief operation is underway in the village where 75 people have been reported missing by their families, even as locals and witnesses claim that hundreds may have been swept away by the flash flood and buried under giant boulders, wooden logs, and rubble. The Chief Minister, who arrived in Kishtwar on Friday evening, left for Chasoti by road early Saturday. He is accompanied by his political advisor, Nasir Aslam Wani. A senior army officer, supervising the relief and rescue operation, briefed Mr. Abdullah at the scene about the ongoing operation. The Chief Minister was also provided with a virtual reality headset to understand the extent of damage caused by the flash floods. Tragedy struck Chasoti — the last motorable village en route to the Machail Mata temple — around 12:25 p.m. on August 14. It flattened a makeshift market, a community kitchen site for the pilgrimage, and a security outpost. At least 16 houses and government buildings, three temples, four water mills, a 30-meter-long bridge, and over a dozen vehicles were also damaged in the flash flood. The annual Machail Mata Yatra, which began on July 25 and was scheduled to conclude on September 5, remained suspended for the third consecutive day on Saturday. The 8.5-kilometre trek to the 9,500-foot-high shrine starts from Chasoti, around 90 kilometres from Kishtwar town.
Time of India
36 minutes ago
- Time of India
Air Canada flight attendants officially launch nationwide strike, grounding hundreds of flights
Over 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants, represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees ( CUPE ), initiated a strike at 1:00 am EDT on Saturday, August 16, 2025. This action follows the expiration of a decade-long contract in March and a subsequent eight-month deadlock in negotiations. The strike has effectively grounded the airline's operations, impacting approximately 130,000 passengers daily. Air Canada has suspended all flights for the duration of the work stoppage, including those operated by Air Canada Rouge. However, regional services operated by Jazz Aviation and PAL Airlines remain unaffected. The heart of the dispute by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo At the core of the dispute is the issue of compensation. CUPE contends that flight attendants are not compensated for significant portions of their work, including critical safety checks, attending to onboard medical and safety emergencies, and assisting passengers with boarding and deplaning. The union also highlights that entry-level flight attendants' wages have increased by only 10 percent ($3 per hour) over the past 25 years, failing to keep pace with inflation. In response, Air Canada proposed a 38 percent total compensation increase over four years, including an 8 percent raise in the first year. However, CUPE rejected this offer, arguing that the real increase for many members is just 17.2 percent, insufficient to address the rising cost of living. Live Events Government Intervention Federal Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu has expressed concern over the lack of progress in negotiations and has urged both parties to return to the bargaining table. The government is advocating for continued dialogue to achieve an agreement and avoid further disruptions. Public opinion appears to favor the flight attendants, with 59 percent of Canadians supporting their push for boarding pay. This widespread support underscores the public's recognition of the essential services provided by flight attendants and the importance of fair compensation. Impact on Travelers The strike has left thousands of travelers stranded or facing significant delays. Air Canada has canceled hundreds of flights, and passengers are advised not to go to the airport without a confirmed new booking. The airline is offering full refunds and limited rebooking options through other airlines, although seats are scarce due to high summer demand. The strike is expected to continue, potentially causing further disruptions in air travel. Travelers are urged to stay updated on the situation and consider alternative arrangements. The outcome of this labor dispute will have lasting implications for labor relations in the airline industry and may set a precedent for future negotiations.
