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A cloudburst in Dharali village, Uttarakhand, killed at least four and left many missing as flash floods and landslides devastated the area. While 150 people have been rescued, efforts continue amid inclement weather and blocked roads. Army and NDRF teams deployed.

Amid vedic chants, the doors of the temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu were opened at 6 am

All preparations have been completed to implement the UCC, including getting approval of the rules for the implementation of the Act and training of officials concerned. The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will bring about uniformity in the society and ensure equal rights and responsibilities for all citizens, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said

To ensure that all institutions adhere to the legal framework, Chief Minister Dhami emphasised that strict action will be taken against those found running madrassas without proper authorisation

The 43-seater bus plunged into a 200-metre gorge in Almora's Marchula area just 35 km before its destination Ramnagar

Casualties may go up as there were around 40 passengers in the bus when it fell into a 200-metre deep gorge, say police officials