A cloudburst near the Amarnath cave in Jammu and Kashmir - a popular pilgrimage site - triggered a flash flood on Friday evening.
Here's what we know so far:
15 people have died and 40 are feared missing, rescue officials have said.
The cloudburst was reported at around 5:30 pm.
Witnesses reported a sudden wave of water from above and sides of the cave after heavy rain in the upper reaches.
Several tents and structures like community kitchens have been damaged.
Rescue operations by the national and state disaster response teams and other agencies are underway.
Helicopters are being used to rescue people.
The police said the situation was under control.
The rain has stopped for now.
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