Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said India’s political system “bent, but didn’t break” during recent Gen Z protests, unlike several South Asian countries that witnessed major political upheavals. Speaking at the NDTV World Anviksha Summit, Tharoor said youth-led protests had emerged across Myanmar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal and India. He highlighted India’s “self-correcting” democratic system, saying it responded quickly to public anger, including a minister’s resignation. Tharoor said the government’s response showed the flexibility of Indian democracy and gave him hope that the country’s political system could adapt to popular demands. (PC: NDTV)

Sadhguru has sought permission to reach the flash flood-hit area near the Tibet-Nepal border, where 77 members of an Isha Foundation Kailash pilgrimage group remain missing. He said he was turned back after roads to the disaster zone were blocked. The group includes pilgrims from the US, Canada, Australia, the UK and several other countries. Sadhguru said his team was coordinating with Indian and Chinese authorities and other embassies to reach the site. The devastating flood, triggered by a glacial collapse, has killed at least 165 people, while rescue operations continue. (PC: X)

A 13-year-old girl is among 33 British nationals missing after devastating flash floods and mudslides struck Nepal’s Rasuwa region near the Tibet border. At least 162 people have been killed, while hundreds, including tourists, remain unaccounted for. Tour operator Alpine Eco Trek lost contact with 12 British travellers heading to Mount Kailash, while other groups also remain missing. The UK Foreign Office said it was working with Nepalese authorities. Rescue efforts have been hampered by poor weather and difficult conditions, as officials continue searching for survivors across the disaster-hit region. (PC: BBC)

A pilot was killed and another person was seriously injured after a private training aircraft crashed into a field near the Ganga barrage in Kanpur on Thursday morning. Officials said the pilot died on the spot, while the co-pilot suffered severe injuries and was rushed for medical treatment. The aircraft was on a training flight when it crashed, though the exact circumstances remain unclear. Authorities have begun an investigation to determine what caused the accident. Further details are awaited as officials continue to examine the crash. (PC: HT)

Devastating flash floods in Nepal and Tibet have killed 175 people, with nearly 1,500 others reported missing, including around 300 Indians, Nepal Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal said. The disaster struck after a possible avalanche blocked a Himalayan tributary, sending torrents of water and debris through several districts. Roads, bridges, homes and hydropower projects have suffered major damage. More than 5,000 army and police personnel are involved in rescue operations. India has stepped up relief efforts, sending emergency supplies, medicines and food to Nepal as authorities continue searching for survivors. (PC: India Today)

A 21-year-old student and model, Muskan, was allegedly stabbed to death inside her home in West Delhi’s Tilak Nagar. Police have identified her gym trainer, Imran, as the main accused, who allegedly fled after the attack. Neighbours rushed to the house after hearing her cries and took her to hospital, where she was declared dead. Police said Muskan was alone at home when the incident occurred. Multiple teams have been deployed to trace Imran, while investigators are examining CCTV footage and other evidence. The motive behind the alleged killing is still under investigation. (PC: India Today)

Nepal’s devastating Himalayan floods have damaged hydropower projects and disrupted around 430 megawatts of electricity supply, affecting more than 12% of the country’s 3.2-gigawatt installed power capacity. The Nepal Electricity Authority said production, transmission and distribution facilities were damaged, causing power disruptions. The floods have killed at least 100 people, while hundreds remain missing after rivers surged through villages near the Tibetan border. Hydropower is a key part of Nepal’s economy, and the damage could have wider economic consequences. Authorities have also warned people living near major rivers to move to safer areas. (PC: NDTV)

The Hindu American Foundation has issued a security advisory ahead of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s August 29 event at Madison Square Garden in New York. The group urged New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to ensure the safety and civil rights of all attendees, asking the community to remain vigilant amid attempts by activists to disrupt the event. Mamdani has said he opposes the gathering but does not know whether the city has the authority to cancel a private event. Bhagwat’s visit is part of an overseas outreach tour marking the RSS’s centenary year. (PC: HT)

The deadly floods in Nepal and Tibet have renewed concerns over China’s massive Medog Dam, being built on the Yarlung Tsangpo near Arunachal Pradesh. Experts warn that the 60,000-MW project lies in a highly seismic Himalayan region, raising fears of a major disaster downstream. A recent geological study also identified an active fault near the dam site. The Yarlung Tsangpo enters India as the Siang and later becomes the Brahmaputra. Experts say any major dam failure or sudden water release could pose serious risks to India’s Northeast and Bangladesh. (PC: India Today)

The death toll from the devastating flash floods in Nepal has risen to at least 165, with authorities continuing search and rescue operations for people still missing. The floods caused widespread destruction in areas near the Tibet border, sweeping away homes, roads, bridges and other infrastructure. Rescue teams are facing difficult conditions as damaged roads and communication networks complicate access to affected areas. The rising toll highlights the scale of the disaster, while authorities continue efforts to locate missing people and recover victims. Officials are expected to provide further updates as rescue and relief operations progress.