At least 93,000 ‘in great need’ after Nepal-Tibet flash floods, says Red Cross Federation says it fears death toll of nearly 600 will continue to rise as rescuers reach cut-off areas The Guardian - UK · Aug 28
Before-and-after satellite photos of Nepal offer scientists more clues into cause of devastating floods The flooding on Wednesday killed hundreds of people in Nepal and Tibet, and hundreds more are missing, including foreigners and pilgrims The Independent UK · Aug 28
Chinese control of information hampers assessment of Tibet flood damage Scale of devastation emerges in Nepal as reporters reach disaster area, but Chinese state media focus more on rescue efforts The Guardian - UK · Aug 28
Rescuers grapple with a mountain of challenges after the Nepal-Tibet floods Emergency services are rushing to find survivors and treat the wounded after a devastating flash flood on the border of Nepal and Tibet on Wednesday killed more than 500 people, with over a thousand still missing. But the remote and rugged terrain, as well as the risk of further flooding… France 24 · Aug 28
21 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu who returned to India were rescued by Nepal Army: S Jaishankar External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has confirmed the successful rescue of 21 Tamil Nadu pilgrims affected by the floods in Nepal. However, approximately 315 Indian nationals are still unreachable amid the catastrophic flash floods. India is providing robust assistance to Nepal with relief efforts, dispatching vital supplies such as Bailey… The Economic Times · Aug 28
China says flash flood disaster caused by high-altitude glacier collapse in Nepal China suggests a high-altitude glacier collapse in Nepal caused the devastating flash flood. This disaster killed hundreds in Nepal and three people in Tibet. Chinese officials confirmed evacuations of tourists and pilgrims from Gyirong County. President Xi Jinping sent condolences to Nepal's president over the tragedy. The Economic Times · Aug 28
Nepal-China border: Why a newly-formed lake is sparking fears of more flooding Rescue operations are in full swing in flood-affected Nepal, where thick mud and debris complicate the situation. A newly formed lake near the Nepal-China border threatens to overflow after a glacial detachment created a natural dam. Scientists express concerns over ongoing glacial melt and debris obstructing river pathways. Meanwhile, India… The Times of India · Aug 28
Fact check: Benefits spending and elephant floods video Round-up of fact checks from the last few days compiled by Full Fact. Evening Standard · Aug 28
Families of 33 missing Britons rush to Nepal as fears grow of more floods Desperate relatives trying to reach loved ones last seen in area where entire villages have been swept away The Guardian - UK · Aug 28
Bihar braces for floods as Nepal rains push rivers above danger mark Bihar faces significant flood threats as river water levels continue to rise. Heavy rainfall and flash floods in Nepal have caused major rivers to swell. Authorities have opened barrage gates and are monitoring river embankments closely. People are being moved from low-lying areas to safer locations. Disaster response teams are… The Economic Times · Aug 28
Dramatic rescue in Nepal as survivors crawl through mud from flood-hit tunnel - video The Nepali army has released dramatic footage showing rescuers pulling survivors from a mud-filled tunnel at the Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project in Rasuwa, as devastating flash floods continue to wreak havoc across Nepal. The Times of India · Aug 28
Trump Says US Offered 'Anything They Want' to Nepal as About 90 Americans Remain Unaccounted For As catastrophic flash floods along the Nepal‑China border leave more than 1,400 people missing, US President Donald Trump has told Nepal it can have 'anything they want' in aid while officials track 90 unaccounted‑for Americans International Business Times UK · 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
'Ran for our lives': Flood survivors recount terrifying escape from Nepal-Tibet disaster Survivors of the catastrophic flash floods in Nepal and Tibet, some still missing friends and family members, shared harrowing accounts of their escape from raging floodwaters that brought devastation to the Himalayan border region, leaving more than 550 people dead and some 1,500 missing. France 24 · Aug 28
The Independent UK · Aug 28 Nepal rescuers race to reach 100 trapped in hydropower tunnel after flash floods Rescue teams say destruction from flash flood has made it difficult to even locate entry points of tunnel
The Independent UK · Aug 28 Glacier collapse that killed hundreds in Nepal was decades in the making, scientists say The mountains around Nepal’s Langtang valley are warming at an exceptional rate, reshaping the region in ways that make ‘horrible incidents’ like this more likely, scientists tell Stuti Mishra
The Conversation · Aug 28 Nepal-Tibet disaster linked to climate change – a glaciologist explains The cause of the huge floods and debris flow on the border between Nepal and Tibet, which has caused hundreds of deaths, appears to have been an ice avalanche – the result of a huge piece of a glacier collapsing and cascading down the mountain more than 1,000 metres to…
The Independent UK · Aug 28 New satellite images show China-Nepal border crossing completely wiped out in flash floods Satellite images reveal the scale of destruction at key border crossing
The Guardian - UK · Aug 28 First Thing: Rescue efforts continue as death toll rises in Nepal-Tibet flood More than 1,300 people are missing in Nepal and in Tibet after catastrophic flash floods. Plus: Six months of the war in Iran
The Times of India · Aug 28 Nepal floods: Morgues overflow with bodies, authorities turn to dry ice, electric crematorium Nepal is facing a grim challenge after the devastating Bhotekoshi floods, with bodies being recovered across several districts and morgues running out of space.
The Economic Times · Aug 28 Mumbai doctor on Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with wife went missing in Nepal; he has spent 30 years climbing Himalayan mountains and even organised Everest expedition once Mumbai doctor Milind Chitley, who spent three decades exploring the Himalayas, went missing in Nepal with his wife Janhavi while on a Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Chitley had led a 61-member group, organised an Everest expedition and climbed above 23,000 feet on Kanchenjunga during his long mountaineering career.
The Independent UK · Aug 28 How to help after Nepal and Tibet's catastrophic floods Humanitarian organizations are mobilizing to aid survivors along the Nepal-China border after catastrophic floods struck the region Wednesday
The Economic Times · Aug 28 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…