Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah has appealed for unity and patience after devastating flash floods killed at least 98 people in Rasuwa district. The floods caused extensive destruction along the Bhote Koshi River, washing away bridges and homes. Shah said the government has mobilised all available resources for rescue and relief operations, while emergency meetings were held by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority, National Council and Cabinet. The Nepali Army, Armed Guard Force and Nepal Guard teams were deployed to affected areas. More than 250 civilians were rescued by the Nepali Army using helicopters, while injured people were taken to Kathmandu for treatment. Shah assured citizens that the government would provide rescue, treatment, food and shelter. (PC: collegenp.com)

The Band of the Coldstream Guards honored Dolly Parton the morning after her death by performing her iconic hit “9 to 5” during the Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace. The royal family shared footage of the tribute, remembering Parton for bringing “joy, comfort and inspiration” to millions, including children who benefited from her Imagination Library literacy program. Parton died aged 80 on August 25 following a brief battle with cancer. The country music legend had longstanding connections with the British royal family, including performing at Queen Elizabeth II’s Silver Jubilee in 1977.

A devastating flash flood struck Nepal’s Rasuwa district near the Nepal-Tibet border, killing at least 19 people and leaving hundreds missing, including 105 Indian nationals. The sudden flooding severely damaged roads, bridges, buildings and hydropower infrastructure around the Bhote Koshi River. Rescue operations are underway, but difficult mountainous terrain and damaged infrastructure are complicating efforts. India has responded by keeping NDRF teams on standby in Bihar and other border areas as rising river levels could affect downstream districts. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, while India has offered humanitarian assistance to Nepal.

At least 16 people have died and nearly 400 are missing after devastating flash floods struck Nepal’s Rasuwa district near the Tibet border. Among those missing are 105 Indian nationals. Dramatic CCTV footage from Gyirong in Tibet shows a massive wall of mud and water rushing through a valley and crashing into buildings as people run for safety. The floods swept away homes, roads and bridges and damaged power projects. Rescue teams are struggling to reach the worst-hit areas as Nepal’s army and security forces continue search operations.  

At least 105 Indians are missing after massive flash floods swept through Nepal’s Nuwakot and Dhading districts near the Tibet border on Wednesday. The sudden surge of water in the Bhote Koshi River, reportedly from the Tibetan side, washed away villages, homes and infrastructure. The death toll in the Nepal-China border region has risen to nine, while several others remain missing. Rescue operations are under way, though high water levels have made it difficult for helicopters to land in affected areas. Authorities have urged people living along riverbanks to move to safer locations. 

At least 17 people were killed after a massive flash flood and mudslide swept through areas along the Nepal-Tibet border on Wednesday, washing away villages and damaging roads and infrastructure. The disaster struck Rasuwa district after excessive snowmelt reportedly flooded the Bhote Koshi river. Search and rescue operations are under way on both sides of the border, with 12 people rescued so far. Authorities said 13 armed police personnel were missing, while communication, power and road links were disrupted. Nepalese officials warned of huge losses as several downstream areas remained on high alert. (PC: BBC)

India on Wednesday rejected what it called “politically motivated” and “highly malicious” references in a UN committee’s report on racial discrimination. The Ministry of External Affairs said the observations contained sweeping generalisations and unsubstantiated allegations that went beyond the convention’s mandate. The response came after the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination raised concerns over alleged large-scale violations against ethnic, tribal, Dalit and other communities. India said its delegation, led by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, had already raised objections during the review and highlighted constitutional safeguards, legal protections and efforts to protect disadvantaged groups. (PC: HT)

At least 14 newborn babies were killed after a fire broke out in the maternity ward of a hospital in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad. The fire reportedly started in an air-conditioning unit at the mother and child unit of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and quickly spread after reaching oxygen connections. Fifteen babies were in the ward at the time, with one newborn rescued. Families gathered outside the hospital as officials confirmed the deaths. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep sorrow and ordered an immediate inquiry. A committee has been asked to submit its report within 24 hours. (PC: BBC)

At least eight people were killed and nine others reported missing after flash floods hit Nepal’s Rasuwa district near the Tibet border on Wednesday. The sudden surge in the Bhote Koshi river washed away villages, vehicles, bridges and infrastructure sites. Timure Bazaar and a newly rebuilt Friendship Bridge were among the structures damaged. Rescue teams, including the Nepal Army and police, were deployed, but high water levels hampered helicopter operations. The floods also disrupted hydropower supply and prompted alerts in downstream areas of Nepal and Bihar. Authorities are investigating whether the disaster was caused by heavy rainfall or a glacial lake outburst.  

The US Army is facing a leadership crisis after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth fired or forced out several senior officers, leaving key posts vacant. The Army has had no permanent chief of staff since Hegseth removed General Randy George in April. At least six senior officers have reportedly been removed, while the number of active-duty four-star Army generals has fallen from 10 to five. The changes come as the Army supports US operations in the Middle East and Ukraine. General Christopher LaNeve is currently serving as acting Army chief while also holding the vice chief’s post. (PC: NDTV)