Current Affairs 10 August 2026

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  • Assam flood death toll reaches 100 amid continuing displacement
  • Amarnath Yatra suspended due to rain and unlikely to resume this year

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SOCIAL

Assam flood death toll reaches 100 amid continuing displacement

Assam’s flood death toll has reached 100 after additional drowning deaths were reported in the last 24 hours. Nearly 1.4 lakh people remain affected across the state, with floodwaters disrupting normal life in several districts. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority said one person each drowned in Golaghat and Karbi Anglong. Flood conditions have continued even as some reports indicate a receding trend in parts of the state. The situation remains a major disaster-management concern because of the scale of displacement and recurring monsoon damage.

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Which state disaster authority reported the latest flood fatalities in Assam?

SOCIAL

Amarnath Yatra suspended due to rain and unlikely to resume this year

The Amarnath Yatra has been suspended because of inclement weather. Reports indicate that the pilgrimage is unlikely to resume this year. The suspension reflects the impact of continuous rain on pilgrimage routes and safety arrangements. This matters for exam preparation because the yatra is a recurring current affairs topic linked to Jammu and Kashmir. It also connects with disaster management, tourism, and state administration during the monsoon season.

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The Amarnath Yatra is primarily associated with which Union Territory?

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