Flash floods from a cloudburst in Chositi village, J&K, kill at least 10, halting a major pilgrimage.

A massive cloudburst hit Chositi village in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, on August 14, causing flash floods and leaving at least 10 people feared dead. The incident, which occurred along the pilgrimage route to Machail Mata Yatra, prompted authorities to suspend the annual yatra and mobilize rescue teams. Union Minister Jitendra Singh and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha have directed officials to strengthen rescue and relief efforts. The situation is being closely monitored, with authorities making arrangements for further assistance.