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Nepal rains: 27 killed in rain-induced disasters, authorities say

Beginning on September 24, Nepal faced catastrophic rainfall that triggered numerous landslides and floods, resulting in the tragic loss of 27 lives. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority reported eight injuries, with four individuals still missing. These natural disasters inflicted serious damage on homes, livestock, and vital infrastructure.

The Times of India · Sep 29

Nepal battered by severe rain: 21 dead, 5 missing as floods, landslides worsen

In Nepal, heavy rainfall has caused devastating floods and landslides, resulting in 21 lives lost and extensive damage. Authorities have evacuated around 3,000 residents from perilous areas to guarantee their safety. This deluge follows the earlier Bhotekoshi floods, which had a death toll of over 1,400. As rescue efforts continue,…

The Times of India · Sep 27

Nepal floods: 1,453 dead, nearly 5,300 still missing a month after disaster

A month after the flash floods struck Nepal, the death toll has reached at least 1,453 people. The floods, originating near the Nepal-Tibet border, swept away homes and infrastructure, leaving many unaccounted for. While rescue operations have helped over 13,000 individuals, the identification of remains remains an ongoing challenge. Authorities…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Nepal tunnel rescuers hit dead ends as search for trapped workers continues

Rescue teams in Nepal were still searching Wednesday for hundreds of workers believed to have been trapped inside sprawling hydropower tunnels since the catastrophic flash flood that swept through the Himalayan region last week. Officials said that many of the tunnels remain totally blocked by mud and debris.

France 24 · Sep 2

Hunt intensifies for 900 missing at hydel units, one tunnel head located

As rescue operations intensify in Nepal, over 900 individuals remain unaccounted for in the aftermath of devastating floods that have led to 810 confirmed deaths in both Nepal and Tibet. Teams are utilizing advanced tools at the Upper Trishuli-3A hydropower project to search for survivors. Notably, several Indian nationals are…

The Times of India · Aug 30

Nepal-Tibet floods: 750 dead, 20,000 deployed as rising rivers hamper rescue ops - top developments

Nepal and Tibet floods have claimed 750 lives and left over 3,000 missing. Rescuers continue operations amid warnings of fresh flooding and difficult conditions. Hundreds are believed trapped in hydropower tunnels, requiring specialized international assistance. India and China are providing crucial support including forensic experts and relief supplies. Infrastructure damage…

The Times of India · Aug 30

"God saved us all": 36-member Malayali group caught in Nepal flash floods returns to Keralam

A 36-member Malayali group narrowly escaped Nepal's flash floods and returned home. They travelled approximately 100 kilometers from the Nepal border to Gorakhpur Airport. Five individuals from Kasaragod reached Bengaluru and then traveled home by train. The remaining 31 members arrived at Nedumbassery Airport early Sunday morning. Survivors recounted the…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

The deadly forces behind Nepal’s Himalayan disasters

In Langtang National Park, a large ice and rock collapse triggered a severe flooding incident, revealing Nepal's ongoing struggle with natural disasters intensified by climate change. Rapid urban growth and human activities exacerbate exposure to these perilous weather events. Although the government has taken steps to bolster disaster management, glaring…

The Times of India · Aug 29

UK deploys rapid response team to Nepal to support Britons affected by floods

The safety and welfare of British nationals is the Government’s “top priority”, Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said.

Evening Standard · Aug 28

Rescue efforts after Nepal flash floods at critical stage, Chinese officials say

More than 30 British nationals are among hundreds of people missing since Wednesday’s disaster.

Evening Standard · Aug 28