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'Like a bomb exploded': How a 2,000-foot-wide glacier triggered deadly Nepal floods

The deadly flash floods that tore through Nepal’s Himalayan border region on Wednesday may have been triggered by a massive chunk of glacier breaking away high in the mountains and crashing into a river valley below. An initial analysis by geologists and glaciologists cited by The New York Times suggests…

The Times of India

2015 Kathmandu earthquake, 2026 flash floods: Why Nepal is so susceptible to natural disasters

Nepal is once again confronting the destructive force of nature, with flash floods sweeping through communities along the Bhote Koshi and other rivers, killing dozens and leaving hundreds missing. The disaster has devastated settlements, roads, bridges and hydropower infrastructure in northern Nepal, while a mudslide in Tibet has also caused…

The Times of India

Wall of water wipes out Nepal border crossing in disaster movie-like video

CCTV captured the moment a wall of water wiped out a border crossing in Nepal as flash floods devastated the region.

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NDRF on high alert as Nepal flood threatens Gandak, Commandant Singh says 20 teams deployed across Bihar, UP

The National Disaster Response Force is on high alert after a glacial lake outburst flood occurred. This event near the Tibet-Nepal border has caused water levels to rise in Nepal. The resulting flood wave is expected to travel downstream through the Gandak River. NDRF teams have been deployed in vulnerable…

The Economic Times

Nepal flash floods: Centre closely monitoring situation, Amit Shah speaks to UP, Bihar CMs

Flash floods in Nepal's Bhotekoshi River have caused significant devastation and missing tourists. India's Union Home Minister spoke with state leaders about border area preparedness. The National Disaster Response Force has been placed on high alert in vulnerable regions. Over 100 Indian tourists are among the 384 reported missing in…

The Economic Times

Helicopter Pilot Aman Budathoki Reports 'Extremely Frightening' 6-Metre Waves Sweeping Through Nepal

Helicopter pilot Aman Budathoki reports 'extremely frightening' six metre waves as flash floods rip through northern Nepal, prompting urgent probes into glaciers, earthquakes and climate risks.

International Business Times UK

Hundreds of foreign nationals missing in wake of Nepal-Tibet landslides

Flash ⁠floods and landslides that struck the Himalayan border region of Nepal and China's autonomous region of Tibet on Wednesday have killed at least 359 people and nearly 1,500 people, including several hundred tourists, were reported missing. The casualty toll is expected to increase.

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Dozens of Britons missing in Nepal after flash floods

Nepal police said 157 bodies had been recovered and more than 40 people were receiving treatment in hospital.

Evening Standard

Nepal Flash Flood Update: At Least 95 Dead and Nearly 400 Missing After Devastating Landslide

A devastating flash flood in Nepal's Bhote Koshi River valley has resulted in over 95 deaths and nearly 400 missing, including tourists from multiple countries.

International Business Times UK

Bulletin PM briefing: Deadly flash floods in Nepal and Rocky Horror star dies

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Nepal-Tibet floods: when disaster strikes before communities recover from previous climate extremes, crisis escalates

Major flash floods on the Nepal-Tibet border have destroyed homes, roads, bridges and local hydropower projects. The flooding of the Bhote Koshi river is affecting 50,000 residents. More than 100 people are dead, with hundreds more, including international tourists, missing.

The Conversation

Nepal floods: Everything we know as 33 Brits among hundreds missing after disaster

403 people are still missing and at least 95 people have died, following the flash flood in the Rasuwa area of Nepal

Evening Standard

Nepal Flash Flood Kills at Least 95 and Leaves Hundreds Missing as Wrecked Roads Slow Medical Rescue

Nepal flash flood killed at least 95 people and left hundreds unaccounted for. Kathmandu hospitals activated disaster codes as roads and power failed.

Medical Daily

Dozens of Britons among 1,500 missing after devastating flash floods in Nepal

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Embassy coordinating with Nepal govt for rescue of Indians affected by flash floods: MEA

India's Embassy in Kathmandu is coordinating with Nepal for Indian nationals affected by flash floods. At least forty-six people have died and nearly five hundred others are missing. These missing individuals include one hundred and five Indian tourists and thirty-seven NRIs. Rescue and relief efforts are being strengthened in coordination…

The Times of India

Ice-rock avalanche likely triggered Bhotekoshi flood; quake link under probe

An ice-rock avalanche from a glacier that blocked Lhende Khola river -- a tributary of Bhotekoshi — and later released a sudden surge emerged as the most likely cause of the flash flood, while scientists investigated whether a 4.4 magnitude earthquake minutes earlier destabilised the high-altitude terrain and triggered the…

The Guardian - UK

Girl, 13, among missing British citizens after flash flood in Nepal

More than 400 travellers are said to be missing after flood on Tibet border, including 33 Britons

The Economic Times

Nepal flash floods: At least 3 Americans, 12 Britons among hundreds missing after devastating floods

The recent flash floods in Nepal and surrounding border areas have left hundreds missing. The relentless torrential rains have resulted in devastating landslides, destroying essential infrastructure like roads and bridges. Authorities are investigating whether an earthquake sparked an ice-rock avalanche, leading to this catastrophic flooding. As the situation remains dire,…

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'No information of whereabouts': Kailash group caught in Nepal flood, fate of 77 pilgrims unknown, says Sadhguru

At least 77 people from one of Sadhguru's Kailash pilgrimage groups remains unknown after a devastating flash flood hit Nepal’s Rasuwa district near the Tibet border on Wednesday.

Euronews

Hundreds missing as flash floods tear through Nepal

Flash floods send muddy waters through Nepal's Trishuli River as streets are covered in debris and police warn residents to stay alert.

The Economic Times

Nepal flood: IAF keeps fleet on standby for relief operations, C-130J aircraft expected to take off with relief material soon

India's Air Force has transport aircraft on standby for Nepal's flood relief operations. A C-130J aircraft is expected to depart with essential relief materials soon. Prime Minister Modi conveyed condolences and pledged full humanitarian assistance to Nepal. The Indian Embassy is actively coordinating with Nepalese authorities for rescue efforts. Hundreds…

Evening Standard

Girl, 13, among UK tourists feared missing in Nepal after flash flood

Alpine Eco Trek, which offers guided tours and expeditions, confirmed 12 British nationals were missing.

The Independent UK

British girl, 13, among 33 UK tourists feared missing after Nepal flash floods

Hundreds of people unaccounted for after torrent of mud and rock collapses into river, washing away houses, roads and power projects

The Economic Times

School assembly news headlines, August 27: National, international, business, sports and education headlines for students

School assembly news headlines, August 27: Floods in Nepal have caused fatalities and missing persons, prompting humanitarian aid from India. India's economic transformation is driven by urbanization and digital infrastructure development. International relations saw sanctions and diplomatic discussions between various nations. Sports news highlighted hockey fitness and chess tournament progress.…

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