Jul 10, 2026 01:11 PM

Rain Batters North India | Key Updates

• Heavy monsoon rain continued to lash several parts of India after the southwest monsoon covered the entire country.
• Delhi witnessed widespread waterlogging after continuous rainfall, with Tukhmirpur recording 160 mm of rain in 24 hours.
• Major roads and low-lying areas, including Vikas Marg, Sangam Vihar, Dwarka, Munirka, New Delhi Railway Station and Ghazipur Mandi, were inundated.
• A tree also fell on a parked car in the national capital amid the heavy rain.
• In Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi, nearly 100 metres of the Yamunotri Highway were washed away, leaving around 1,000 pilgrims and travellers stranded.
• The Adi Kailash route in Pithoragarh has also been blocked due to falling rocks.
• In Haridwar, several roads were submerged under 3 to 4 feet of water, disrupting traffic and daily life.
• Uttar Pradesh recorded rainfall in around 30 cities on Friday.
• At least 10 persons died in separate rain-related incidents across the state.
• In Bulandshahr, two members of a family were killed after an old mosque wall collapsed.
• In Hardoi, two sisters were swept away in a swollen river.
• In Bihar's Gopalganj, one person lost their life after being struck by lightning during the storm.
• Authorities have advised people to remain cautious as heavy rainfall is expected to continue in several regions.

Jul 10, 2026 01:09 PM

Monsoon LIVE Updates: Heavy rain batters North India: Delhi waterlogged, Uttarakhand landslides leave over 1,000 stranded; 13 dead in UP-Bihar

Jul 10, 2026 11:46 AM

Himachal Rain: 75 Roads Closed, Power and Water Supply Hit

• According to the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), 75 roads remained closed as of Thursday evening due to rain-related damage.
• The downpour also affected 29 electricity distribution transformers (DTRs), causing power disruptions in several areas.
• Five water supply schemes were also impacted, affecting the supply of drinking water.

Jul 10, 2026 11:46 AM

Uttarakhand Rain: Schools Closed in Rudraprayag as Alaknanda, Mandakini Rivers Swell

• Heavy monsoon rainfall has caused the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers to swell in Uttarakhand.
• As a precaution, authorities have closed all schools in Rudraprayag district on Friday.
• The decision was taken amid continuous rainfall and rising river levels across the region.
• District officials are closely monitoring the water levels and overall flood situation.
• The administration has urged residents to remain alert and avoid venturing near riverbanks or other vulnerable areas.
• The IMD has forecast continued rainfall in parts of Uttarakhand, raising concerns over possible landslides and further rise in river levels.

Jul 10, 2026 11:45 AM

Chandigarh Weather: IMD Issues Red Alert After Overnight Heavy Rain

• Chandigarh remained under active monsoon conditions on Friday, with moderate to heavy rain continuing overnight after Thursday's downpour.
• IMD issued a Red Alert Nowcast on Friday morning for Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula, warning of intense rainfall over the next two to three hours.
• Residents have been advised to stay indoors during thunderstorms, avoid sheltering under trees, keep away from weak structures and postpone outdoor activities.
• Heavy rain on Thursday led to waterlogging in several low-lying areas, disrupting normal movement across the city.
• Chandigarh recorded 34 mm of rainfall between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm on Thursday, making it the city's heaviest rainfall of the season so far.
• The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for Chandigarh until Monday, forecasting isolated heavy rain along with thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph.
• Weather officials said the southwest monsoon remains active over the region due to high moisture levels, with intermittent rain expected to continue through Monday.
• Rainfall activity is likely to ease from Tuesday, although scattered monsoon showers are expected to persist.

Jul 10, 2026 11:40 AM

Sikkim Landslide: NH-10 Blocked, Road Connectivity to Gangtok Disrupted

• A major landslide triggered by continuous heavy rainfall blocked National Highway 10 (NH-10) in Sikkim on Thursday.
• The landslide occurred at the 20th Mile stretch between Singtam and Rangpo.
• Mud, rocks and debris completely blocked the highway, disrupting the main road link to Gangtok.
• The closure has affected the movement of vehicles and commuters travelling to and from the state capital.
• Local authorities have launched road clearance operations to restore connectivity.
• However, persistent heavy rain is slowing debris removal and delaying the reopening of the highway.
• Officials are monitoring the situation closely and have urged travellers to avoid the affected route until it is declared safe.

Jul 10, 2026 11:39 AM

Uttarakhand Landslide: Yamunotri Highway Blocked, Around 150 Pilgrims Stranded

• A fresh landslide struck the Yamunotri National Highway near Syanachatti in Uttarkashi district on Friday morning.
• Falling debris and boulders blocked the highway, bringing traffic to a complete halt.
• Around 100 to 150 travellers and pilgrims have been stranded due to the road closure.
• Authorities have launched an operation to clear the debris and restore traffic movement.
• Officials are closely monitoring the situation as rainfall continues in the region.

Jul 10, 2026 11:37 AM

Himachal Rain Alert: Schools, Colleges and Anganwadi Centres Shut in Solan and Sirmaur

• All government and private schools, colleges, medical educational institutions and anganwadi centres in Solan and Sirmaur districts will remain closed on Friday.
• The closure comes after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in the region.
• The weather department has also warned of the possibility of landslides and cloudbursts.
• The Deputy Commissioners of both districts announced the holiday as a precautionary measure amid continuous rainfall since Thursday.
• Despite the closure of educational institutions, teaching and administrative staff have been directed to report for duty.
• The decision was taken following reports of landslides, road blockages and weather-related disruptions in several parts of Solan and Sirmaur.
• The closure order has been issued under Section 30(v) of the Disaster Management Act to ensure public safety.

Jul 10, 2026 11:18 AM

Wayanad Landslide: Death Toll Rises to 7

• The death toll in the landslide at the tunnel construction site in Kerala's Wayanad district has risen to seven.
• One more body was recovered from the debris on Friday, taking the total fatalities to seven.
• Rescue teams are continuing search operations to trace those who are still missing.
• The landslide occurred on July 7 at the construction site of the Anakkampoyil–Meppadi tunnel project, which aims to connect Wayanad and Kozhikode districts.