The Latest Breaking News from Nepal

Nepal flash floods: 320 Indian nationals still missing, 21 rescued Tamil Nadu tourists land in Delhi, says MEA

320 Indian nationals remain uncontactable following devastating flash floods in Nepal. Fresh rescues and safe evacuations of stranded citizens have been reported by officials. India's relief efforts include sending a third flight with essential supplies to Nepal. The situation remains dynamic as authorities work to reconcile multiple lists of missing…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Before Nepal floods, Himalayan glacier reports had warned of rising risks

Himalayan glaciers are melting at an accelerating pace, doubling ice loss rates since 2000. These glaciers provide water for nearly two billion people downstream. Small glaciers are shrinking faster, posing immediate water shortage risks. Glacier area loss is highest in eastern Hengduan Shan mountains. Expanded monitoring and adaptation investment are…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Families of South Koreans missing in Nepal floods seek urgent helicopter access

Nine South Koreans remain missing after a catastrophic flash flood in Nepal. Families are urging authorities to secure helicopter access for a critical search operation. A South Korean rapid response team awaits flight clearance to reach the affected disaster area. Nepalese authorities stated they do not require foreign assistance for…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Which countries have citizens killed or missing after Nepal-Tibet flash flood?

Hundreds of foreigners were in area to work, take guided treks or make pilgrimages when disaster struck

The Guardian - UK · Aug 28

Nepal-Tibet flood rescue efforts resume after being halted by overflowing lake

Risk of fresh flooding had forced rescue teams to withdraw as residents rushed up hills to escape possible river surge

The Guardian - UK · Aug 28

Fresh flood threat for Nepal as barrier lake breaches near China border

A large barrier lake near the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo rivers in Nepal has reportedly breached, raising fears of another surge of water into the Bhotekoshi River.

The Times of India · Aug 28

Rahul Gandhi INDIA bloc's 2029 PM candidate: Tamil Nadu minister P Viswanathan

Tamil Nadu Minister P Viswanathan declared Rahul Gandhi the INDIA bloc's prime ministerial candidate for 2029. A ministerial committee was dispatched to Nepal to assist flood victims. Dedicated control rooms are monitoring the ongoing relief efforts around the clock. The minister defended Assembly proceedings as a vital forum for debate.…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Nepal: army rescues hundreds as diaspora mourns lives lost

Nepal’s army rescues hundreds from a flooded hydropower tunnel as more than 1,500 remain missing, while the Nepali diaspora holds vigils in New York.

Euronews · Aug 28

Did Elephants Rescue Humans Trapped in a Raging River During The Great Nepal-Tibet Flood? Here's The Truth

A viral video of an elephant rescuing a person from floodwaters is misleadingly linked to the Nepal-Tibet floods. Fact-checking confirms the footage predates the disaster and is unrelated.

International Business Times UK · Aug 28

Nepal floods: How two reports warned of this disaster months ago

Recent floods in Nepal and Tibet followed ICIMOD's warnings about melting glaciers. These reports highlighted doubled ice loss rates and increased flood risks across the region. A catastrophic flash flood triggered by a glacier collapse killed hundreds and left many missing. Smaller glaciers are shrinking faster, intensifying hazards like glacial…

The Times of India · Aug 28