The latest episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kahlata Hai begins with Armaan urging Abhira to celebrate her recent victory. Manish steps in to intervene, but Armaan firmly stops him, making it clear that no one should interfere in his matters with Abhira. Abhira questions if he truly believe that she is happy, attempting to express her true emotions. Armaan, however, silences her, unwilling to hear what she has to say.
Manisha grows increasingly uneasy, fearing that Armaan’s anger might harm Abhira in some way. Meanwhile, Kaveri sides with Armaan and supports his decision to end his marriage with Abhira. Her stance deepens Manisha’s concern for both of them. Abhira tries to convince Armaan to trust her, insisting she had no intention of causing Vidya harm or seeking punishment for her. However, Armaan accuses her of deliberately filing the case, believing that a lenient judgment would ruin Vidya’s reputation in court. His frustration boils over as he blames Abhira for never understanding his love and accuses her of always wanting to leave him. In a fit of anger, Armaan declares his intention to divorce her.
Swarna tries to calm him, urging him to take a step back and reconsider. Armaan dismisses her words and resolutely signs the divorce papers. Abhira, heartbroken, confesses her love for him, but Armaan remains unmoved. He tells her that her complaints overshadow any affection she claims to have for him. He regrets not realizing sooner that their relationship was doomed, stating that they could never find happiness together.
As the reality sinks in, both reflect on memories of their time together. Abhira, overwhelmed with emotion, pleads with Manish to call Armaan back, insisting that he is still her family. Manish consoles her as she grieves over the separation.
Elsewhere, Armaan is plagued by thoughts of Abhira. While wandering, he encounters two strangers who attack him. Back at home, Abhira refuses to accept the divorce, but Manish reminds her that she was the first to sign the papers. Stricken with guilt, Abhira laments her actions, feeling devastated about the unraveling of their marriage.
The Poddars grow increasingly worried about Armaan’s absence. When he finally returns, he forbids anyone from mentioning Abhira’s name in his presence. Sharing the news of the divorce with Kaveri, he refuses to discuss the matter further, even ignoring Charu’s attempts to reason with him. Meanwhile, Ruhi picks up on the heartbreak that Abhira is experiencing.
Swarna advises Abhira to fight against the divorce, encouraging her to hold onto hope. However, Abhira, unwilling to add to Armaan’s pain, decides against it. She becomes convinced that he no longer loves her. Swarna comforts her, trying to offer solace as Abhira and Armaan remain consumed by thoughts of one another.
Manisha continues to worry about how the separation will affect both of them. Meanwhile, Armaan resolves to meet Vidya, perhaps in search of answers or closure. The episode closes with both Abhira and Armaan locked in their own struggles, unable to let go of the past while wrestling with the uncertainty of their future.