Nepal

Govt prioritises rescue, search after Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said saving the injured, searching for missing people and ensuring the safety of those affected are the government’s top priorities following the devastating flash floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers on Wednesday.

Nepal

India dispatches 10 tonnes of relief supplies to Nepal

India has dispatched 10 tonnes of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) supplies, including essential medicines, to support Nepal’s response to the devastating floods.

Nepal

95 bodies recovered as hundreds remain missing after Bhotekoshi flood

At least 95 bodies have been recovered while hundreds of people, including security personnel, tourists and hydropower workers, remain unaccounted for after a major flood swept through parts of Rasuwa and Nuwakot on Wednesday morning.

Kathmandu

'Nepal-US relations should pivot towards trade, technology and youth-led investment'

The founding American principles of free expression, rule of law and free enterprise continue to guide the United States’ global partnerships, said US Chargé a.i. d’Affaires Scott Urbom, calling for Nepal-US relations to pivot more decisively towards trade, technology and economic integration ahead of the 80th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties next year.

Kathmandu

Cabinet declares flood-hit areas disaster zones for three months

The government has declared local levels affected by the Bhote Koshi River flood disaster-hit areas for three months, authorising immediate measures for rescue, treatment and rehabilitation.

Nepal

At least 105 Indians among 384 travellers reported missing in Bhote Koshi flood

At least 105 Indian nationals and 37 non-resident Indians (NRIs) are among 384 tourists and travellers preliminarily reported missing following Wednesday morning’s flash flood in the Bhote Koshi River in Rasuwa, according to the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB).

Nepal

Bhotekoshi flood: Three dead, 17 rescued; 14 customs staff missing

Three people have died and at least 17 rescued after a flash flood in the Bhotekoshi River swept through Rasuwa and Nuwakot on Wednesday, leaving 14 customs staff missing and causing widespread damage to homes and infrastructure.

Videos

Rasuwa Current Condition: Massive Destruction After Sudden Tibetan Flood Hits Bhote Koshi: Emergency Rescues Underway

The scale of the damage is still unfolding in Rasuwa after a devastating morning flood tore through Syafrubesi and Timure.

Nepal

Rasuwa flood: Security forces, helicopters mobilised for rescue

The government has stepped up a large-scale emergency response to the sudden flood in Rasuwa, mobilising the Nepal Army, Armed Police Force and Nepal Police, while helicopters are being deployed for rescue and relief operations.

Environment

Sudden flood from China hits Rasuwa, downstream alert issued

A huge and sudden flood entered the Bhote Koshi River from the Chinese side on Wednesday morning, causing major damage in parts of Rasuwa and prompting authorities to issue high-alert warnings downstream as far as Muglin.

Environment

Kathmandu, Pokhara face rain chances as Tarai stays hot

Parts of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces are at risk of heavy rainfall on Wednesday, as monsoon conditions continue to bring rain and thunderstorms across Nepal.

Nepal

Bagmati CM Kiran Thapa wins confidence vote with 57

Bagmati Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar secured a vote of confidence on Tuesday, winning 57 votes in the 104-member Provincial Assembly despite the absence of the main opposition parties.