News18 Afternoon Digest: Uttarkashi Cloudburst, Mohali Oxygen Plant Explosion & More

Last Updated:August 06, 2025, 13:58 IST

We also covered: Visuals Reveal Full Scale Of Damage After Uttarkashi Cloudburst and PM Modi Inaugurates Common Central Secretariat Building 'Kartavya Bhavan' At Kartavya Path.

Uttarkashi Cloudburst: Two Bodies Recovered In Dharali (PTI)

In today’s afternoon digest, News18 brings you the latest update on full extent of devastation caused by recent cloudbursts and flash floods in Dharali. Due to the major disaster, at least four people have died and several others remain missing; Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated Kartavya Bhavan-3 at Kartavya Path in the national capital; and other news stories.

Uttarkashi Cloudburst: Dramatic Visuals Reveal Full Scale Of Damage As Rescue Ops Continue

Dramatic visuals continue to surface from Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district, revealing the full extent of devastation caused by recent cloudbursts and flash floods in Dharali. At least four people have died and several others remain missing, prompting rescue agencies to launch operations on a war footing. Read more

PM Modi Inaugurates Common Central Secretariat Building ‘Kartavya Bhavan’ At Kartavya Path

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated Kartavya Bhavan-3 at Kartavya Path in the national capital. Kartavya Bhavan-3 is the first among the 10 upcoming Common Central Secretariat buildings, and is a part of the broader transformation of the Central Vista, officials said. Read more

‘Will Call PM Modi, Xi’: Brazilian President Refuses Talks With Donald Trump After Tariff Blow | Watch

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has refused to contact Donald Trump, days after the US President claimed Silva can call him anytime to discuss tariffs and other friction between the countries.

‘Followed Throughout Country’: Top Court Allows Tamil Nadu Govt To Use Former CMs’ Photos In Ads

The Supreme Court on Wednesday set aside the Madras High Court judgment, which had restrained the Tamil Nadu government from using the name ‘Stalin with You’ and pictures of former chief ministers for multiple platforms, and opined that such norms are followed throughout the country. Read more

TMC MP Mahua Moitra, Pinaki Misra Host Wedding Reception At Delhi’s Hotel Lalit | Pics

Trinamool Congress (TMC) Lok Sabha MP Mahua Moitra and former Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Pinaki Misra hosted a grand wedding reception on August 5. The reception was held on Tuesday evening at Hotel Lalit in New Delhi. Several political figures from across parties attended the celebration. Read more

Darbhanga Nursing Student Shot Dead By Wife’s Father Over Inter-Caste Marriage

A 25-year-old nursing student was shot dead at the Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) on Tuesday evening, allegedly by the father of his recently wedded wife. The incident, which took place in full view of patients and staff, sparked outrage among students and raised concerns over honour-based violence. Read more 

Mrunal Thakur Has Met Dhanush’s Sisters, Family Approves Alleged Relationship?

Actors Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush have left fans excited after sparking dating rumours. While neither Mrunal nor Dhanush has addressed these speculations, the rumour keeps churning due to the stars’ activities and frequent sightings. Now, reports claim that things are getting serious between the two, and Dhanush has likely introduced Mrunal to his family. Read More

Watch: Mohammed Siraj Mobbed For Selfies After Landing In Mumbai

Mohammed Siraj, the hero of India’s epic victory at The Oval, has landed in Mumbai and expectedly was mobbed by fans trying to catch a glimpse of the star fast bowler. The Indian team has started arriving home in batches after securing a 2-2 draw in a highly competitive Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Read more

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