Nepal is facing a devastating humanitarian crisis after flash floods triggered by an ice-and-rock avalanche following a glacial collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border. The disaster has killed 626 people in Nepal, while more than 2,400 people remain unaccounted for across Nepal and Tibet. Floodwaters and debris destroyed homes, roads, bridges and hydropower infrastructure, severely disrupting rescue operations. Authorities have warned of further flooding as water levels rise in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli areas. More than 11,000 security personnel have been deployed for rescue efforts. India and other countries are providing specialised assistance, while authorities continue searching for survivors and missing people. (PC: Instgram)

Nepal has reversed its earlier decision to keep foreign rescuers away from areas devastated by the Bhotekoshi flash floods. Following diplomatic pressure from countries with missing nationals, Nepal has approved specialist teams from India, China, Australia and South Korea. The teams will assist with rescuing people trapped inside hydropower tunnels and conduct DNA testing and forensic examinations. More than 600 people had reportedly died, while at least 1,000 remained missing, including 517 foreigners from 31 countries. India has offered tunnel-rescue, medical and NDRF personnel, while South Korea has also sought assistance for its missing citizens. (PC: ANI)

A catastrophic flash flood triggered by a Himalayan glacier collapse has devastated communities along the Nepal-Tibet border, but the extent of destruction in Tibet remains difficult to assess because of China’s strict information controls. While Nepal has allowed journalists broad access to affected areas, Chinese state media reports have focused mainly on rescue operations rather than casualties and destruction. Authorities have reported only a small number of deaths in Tibet, despite the region’s heavily populated border villages. International journalists face severe restrictions in Tibet, making independent verification difficult. Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered intensified rescue efforts, with emergency personnel deployed to affected areas. (PC: Getty Images)

Zee Group founder Subhash Chandra has outlined his next plans after the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) approved a repayment plan in his personal insolvency case. Chandra said he intends to work with investment professionals and friends in Switzerland and may borrow ₹2–4 crore from family members to invest in promising startups. The NCLT-approved plan allows him to settle admitted creditor claims of about ₹22,006 crore with a payment of roughly ₹6.5 crore, representing a nearly 99.97% reduction. The decision has faced criticism from lenders, with HDFC Bank and LIC Housing Finance preparing to challenge the ruling.

US President Donald Trump has shared a self-created chart ranking himself as the greatest president in American history, placing himself above George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. His post followed a CNN poll in which 53% of Republicans identified Trump as the Republican president they admire most. Critics pointed out that the chart was adapted from a 1948 Life magazine ranking, with Trump added at the top while omitting later Republican presidents such as Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush. Historians and political scientists, however, have frequently placed Trump near the bottom of presidential rankings, citing concerns about democratic institutions. (PC: X)

A catastrophic flash flood in Nepal’s Himalayan region has devastated communities along the Bhote Koshi River, after a glacial collapse triggered torrents of water, mud and debris. At least 579 people had been confirmed dead, while more than 1,900 remained missing, with the toll expected to rise. Survivors described losing relatives, homes and livelihoods within minutes. Entire villages, roads, bridges and hydropower facilities were destroyed. Rescue teams continue helicopter evacuations and searches, although unstable terrain and rising river levels have hampered operations. Temporary shelters are crowded with grieving families desperately seeking information about missing loved ones. (PC: The Guardian)

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed prominent red hexagon warning labels on the front of packaged food products containing high levels of sugar, salt and fat. The proposed system aims to help consumers quickly identify foods that may pose health risks when consumed excessively. The labels would provide clear, easy-to-understand warnings before purchase, improving transparency about nutritional content. The move is part of efforts to encourage healthier food choices and address rising concerns over lifestyle-related health problems. The proposal could significantly change how packaged foods are labelled and marketed in India. 

Nepal has said it does not require general foreign assistance for search-and-rescue operations following devastating flash floods that struck the Bhote Koshi River region on August 26. The government stated that its security agencies are capable of handling rescue efforts but may accept targeted international support for specific requirements. Several countries, including India, China, South Korea, the US, UK and Japan, have offered assistance. The disaster has caused hundreds of deaths, widespread destruction and left many people missing. Nepal’s approach prioritises domestic control of rescue operations while allowing limited external assistance where specifically needed. 

Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of an ancient tomb and garden in Jerusalem that researchers say closely resembles the biblical description of Jesus’ burial site. The discovery includes a rock-cut tomb situated near an ancient garden, supporting historical details described in the Gospel of John. Researchers believe the garden’s location and the tomb’s characteristics provide valuable archaeological context for understanding burial practices during the period. However, the findings do not prove that the tomb belonged to Jesus. Experts emphasize that archaeological evidence cannot establish the identity of the individual buried there with certainty. (PC: MEGA)

Hyderabad-origin tech professional Nikitha Godishala, 27, was found dead with stab wounds in Maryland, US, after being reported missing on New Year’s Eve 2025. US investigators accused her former boyfriend and roommate, Arjun Sharma, 26, of killing her and fleeing to India. Sharma allegedly left the US after reporting Nikitha missing and later came under Indian authorities’ radar during a cheating investigation filed in Telangana. Hyderabad Police, assisted by Agra authorities, traced and arrested him from a flat in Agra, eight months after the killing. US authorities had issued murder warrants, and extradition proceedings are now underway. (PC: NDTV)