Katra, Aug. 17 -- Due to inclement weather, the registration for the Vaishno Devi Yatra has been temporarily suspended for two hours at all yatra counters, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) announced on Sunday.

In a post shared on the social media X, the Shrine Board advised pilgrims to stay updated for further announcements.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a warning has been issued for Katra, forecasting "thunderstorm accompanied with lightning, and light to moderate rainfall" for the region today.

Meanwhile, flash floods and landslides have been reported in several parts of Kathua district following a cloudburst on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday. Rescue operations have been intensi...