The Latest Breaking News from Nepal

Sadhguru seeks permission to reach flash flood site near Tibet-Nepal border, 80 from Isha Foundation group missing

A devastating flash flood struck the Tibet-Nepal border region, causing widespread destruction. Seventy-seven members of an Isha Foundation pilgrimage group remain unaccounted for following the disaster. Officials report 165 bodies recovered, with many more missing on the Nepalese side. Rescue efforts are underway to locate survivors and restore essential infrastructure.…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

Around 1,300 people missing in Nepal and Tibet after catastrophic floods caused by a glacial collapse

Officials in Nepal earlier said 826 people, including some 341 foreigners, are missing after the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods.

Euronews · Aug 27

Nepal floods: Aerial views reveal trail of destruction after powerful surge of ice, mud and boulders

Nepal came under the sudden force of a massive flood on Wednesday, leaving a trail of devastation as the Himalayan fury claimed at least 165 lives and left more than 1300 people missing.

The Times of India · Aug 27

Asian Games 2026 Cricket Full Schedule: Check match dates, timings, fixtures and India squads led by Shreyas Iyer and Harmanpreet Kaur

The schedules for cricket competitions at the Asian Games 2026, set to take place in Japan, have just been announced. India’s men’s and women’s teams, defending champions for both tournaments, will mark their participation soon. The women kick off their campaign on September 17, facing hosts Japan the following day,…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

What triggered Nepal’s catastrophic flash floods? USGS rules out earthquake

At least 162 people have been killed and hundreds remain missing after massive flash floods swept through communities along the Nepal-China border, with the US Geological Survey ruling out an earthquake and identifying a glacial collapse as the source of the seismic activity.

The Times of India · Aug 27

Nepal-Tibet flash flood: what we know so far

Many hundreds dead or missing as huge torrent of mud and debris engulfs towns, villages and countryside along Nepal-Tibet border region

The Guardian - AU · Aug 27

Tsunami of dirt: what caused Nepal’s deadly glacial flood?

More than 150 people are dead and hundreds more missing after an enormous wave of water, ice, mud and rock cascaded more than 170 kilometres down the Bhote Koshi River valley in Nepal. The valley is the main link between Kathmandu in Nepal and Lhasa in Tibet. At least 34…

The Conversation · Aug 27

Nepal floods: 37 from Tamil Nadu, 32 from West Bengal, 77 Isha Foundation members among those missing

Over 130 Indians are missing and many others are stranded in Nepal. Many pilgrims on the Mansarovar Yatra are among those affected by the floods. Several Indian states have launched helplines to assist affected citizens and their families. Communication links are disrupted, making details about missing individuals scarce. Authorities are…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

More than 550 missing in Tibet after floods that left hundreds also missing in Nepal

China’s Xinhua News Agency says mudslides caused by a glacial collapse in Tibet have left 558 people missing

The Independent UK · Aug 27

'Always with Nepal': India hands over 10 tons of humanitarian aid as country reels from devastating flash floods

India's Embassy in Nepal delivered ten tons of humanitarian aid materials. This assistance supports relief efforts after devastating flash floods struck the Bhotekoshi River region. Prime Minister Modi spoke with Nepal's Prime Minister, conveying condolences and offering support. India's HADR and medical assistance have reached Kathmandu, with more aid mobilized.…

The Economic Times · Aug 27