The Latest Breaking News from Nepal

Nepal flood rebuilding may cost $5 billion, says billionaire Binod Chaudhary: Report

Nepal floods Day 3 latest update: Nepal's infrastructure reconstruction after recent flash floods may cost at least five billion dollars. Difficult Himalayan terrain will likely make this rebuilding effort a years-long endeavor. The devastating floods swept through border regions, destroying villages and vital infrastructure. Hundreds have died and many remain…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

'A second life': Nepal flood survivors recount terrifying escape, loss, devastation

A catastrophic flash flood and landslides struck Nepal's Rasuwa district, causing widespread destruction. Survivors recounted harrowing escapes from raging floodwaters and collapsing homes in Timure. Rescue teams are searching for hundreds still missing after the disaster hit the Nepal-Tibet border. Many foreign nationals are also among the unaccounted for after…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Who are the Londoners missing after the Nepal floods? 33 Brits unaccounted for as rescuers search for survivors

Families from London hope for news of loved-ones after tragedy kills hundreds and leaves many more missing

Evening Standard · Aug 28

Nepal death toll jumps to over 500 amid further flood warnings

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The Independent UK · Aug 28

Trump says US ready to provide 'anything' Nepal needs as floods leave 90 Americans 'missing'

The United States has offered Nepal assistance following devastating flash floods in the Rasuwa district. President Trump stated the US is providing aid and speaking with Nepalese leadership. Dozens of Americans were reported missing in the affected areas, prompting a rescue focus. The US State Department deployed a disaster advisor…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Nepal’s mountain tsunami: The 200-km trail of water, rock and destruction

Nepal's flash flood death toll has reached 469 after a glacier collapse unleashed torrents of water. Nearly 1,000 people remain missing in Nepal and neighboring Tibet following the disaster. A massive glacier section broke free, plunging into a valley and triggering a devastating surge downstream. The flood wiped out settlements…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

'Thinking of them': local woman and uni students missing after Nepal flood

The trio are among 39 Australians confirmed missing in Nepal.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 28

How Nepali diaspora is responding to flood disaster and how Australians can help in relief effort

Nepali and Tibetan communities plan vigils and work to raise funds for recovery in ‘devastating’ time

The Guardian - AU · Aug 28

Nepal’s flood alert came 16 minutes late. It was too late for some, but saved others

Nepal received information about the deadly flood around 16 minutes after it crossed the Tibet border, by which time it had already reached settlements in upper Rasuwa. Officials say earlier cross-border information could have reduced casualties, though subsequent alerts helped evacuate some downstream communities.

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Satellite images show how the Nepal flood disaster unfolded

On August 26 a glacier collapsed in the Langtang region of Nepal near the China border, triggering an ice and rock avalanche. This apparently entered the Lhende Khola, a tributary of the Bhote Koshi river, where it either caused or contributed to a temporary blockage. When this burst, a catastrophic…

The Conversation · Aug 28