This Friday, audiences had multiple film options, including 'Saiyaara,' 'Dhadak 2,' and 'Son Of Sardaar 2.' While 'Saiyaara' continues to attract viewers, 'Dhadak 2' is struggling at the box office, earning Rs. 4.61 crore by Saturday, compared to 'Son Of Sardaar 2,' which has collected Rs. 9.01 crore. 'Dhadak 2,' directed by Shazia Iqbal, is a sequel to the 2018 film and explores themes of love across social divides. It has received positive reviews, with a 3.5-star rating from The Times of India, praising the performances of its lead actors.

A video from Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district shows the collapse of a cofferdam at the Malana-I Hydropower Project due to heavy monsoon rains. The breach caused panic as vehicles and machinery were swept away by the raging river. The ongoing monsoon has led to significant destruction, with 383 roads blocked, 747 power transformers down, and 249 water supply systems non-functional. The State Disaster Management Authority reports 173 deaths linked to rain-related incidents, including landslides and road accidents. More intense rainfall is expected in the coming days.

At least eight workers were injured in a landslide at the Helang dam site of the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropower project in Chamoli district. Emergency teams, including the Tehsil Administration, Police, and State Disaster Response Force, responded quickly to the incident. All injured workers were rescued and hospitalized, with no fatalities reported. Four workers are receiving treatment at the THDC Hospital, while two with serious injuries are at Swami Vivekananda Hospital, and one has been referred to a Medical College in Srinagar. Authorities are assessing the situation and ensuring medical care for the injured.

A video of Prayagraj police officer Chandradeep Nishad worshipping floodwater outside his home has gone viral amid severe monsoon rains in northern India. In the video, he is seen in uniform pouring milk and flower petals on the flooded street, referring to it as 'Mother Ganga.' He shared the video on Instagram, expressing his devotion. Despite the rising water entering his home, he was also seen swimming in the floodwater. The videos elicited mixed reactions online, with some praising his faith and others expressing concern over the flooding caused by torrential rains.