News18 Afternoon Digest: 6 Dead As Kolkata Grapples With Heavy Rain, Zubeen Garg Cremated And More Stories

Last Updated:September 23, 2025, 14:09 IST

We are also covering: Zubeen Garg’s Mortal Remains Consigned To Flames With Full-State Honours and 6 Dead As Kolkata Grapples With Heavy Rain; Streets Waterlogged.

In today’s afternoon digest, News18 brings you the latest update on Singer Zubeen Garg’s funeral as his last rites were performed at Kamarkuchi village in Sonapur, a small town located on the outskirts of Guwahati city; At least six people died as heavy rain lashed Kolkata since late last night, causing heavy waterlogging on streets and outside homes, and more.

Zubeen Garg Funeral Updates: ‘Ya Ali’ Singer’s Mortal Remains Consigned To Flames With Full-State Honours

Singer Zubeen Garg, who died in a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore on Friday, was cremated with state honours in Assam on Tuesday. His last rites were performed at Kamarkuchi village in Sonapur, a small town located on the outskirts of Guwahati city.

6 Dead As Kolkata Grapples With Heavy Rain; Streets Waterlogged, Traffic Disrupted

At least six people died as heavy rain lashed Kolkata since late last night, causing heavy waterlogging on streets and outside homes in various localities on Tuesday. According to the Kolkata Police, one of the deceased was identified as 60-year-old Jitendra Singh, who got electrocuted at Hossain Shah Road at nearly 5.15 am today.

Close Shave For 30 Students As Andhra School Bus Driver Suffers Heart Attack, Hits Two-Wheeler

Nearly 30 students on a school bus escaped a major accident after the driver of the vehicle suffered a heart attack while on the wheels. The incident happened in Andhra Pradesh’s Vijayawada, while the school bus was travelling from Ramavarapadu to Gunadala.

Student Stripped, Hit On Private Parts At Madurai ITI College Hostel In Shocking Ragging Case

A shocking case of ragging has surfaced at an Industrial Training Institute (ITI) College hostel in Thirumangalam, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, where a student was allegedly stripped naked and assaulted by fellow students.

Does Paracetamol During Pregnancy Raise Autism Risk? Trump’s Tylenol Claim Explained

In a press conference and on social media, Trump claimed that taking Tylenol during pregnancy may cause autism in children, urging pregnant women to avoid the drug “unless absolutely necessary”.

Katrina Kaif-Vicky Kaushal Announce Pregnancy, Say ‘Hearts Full Of Joy’

Bollywood’s favourite couple, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, have officially shared the happiest news with their fans. They’re expecting their first child and needless to say, we can’t keep calm! The announcement came with a heartfelt caption and monochrome picture on social media that instantly lit up the internet.

England Fast Bowler Retires From Cricket At 29, Will Pursue Career In Law

Six years after making her international debut, England women fast bowler Freya Davies has retired from all forms of cricket. The 29-year-old will now pursue a different career path, aiming to become a solicitor, thus bringing down curtains on a 15-year playing career.

Read More