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27

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Earthquake or dam collapse? Blame game between Nepal and China over what caused flash floods that killed 178

Nepal was battered by the flash floods that struck three districts of the country's central region on Wednesday, claiming at least 178 lives while over 800 remain missing. The flash floods swept away bridges, destroyed power projects and everything that came into its way. "Thousands of families have lost homes and are missing as of now. We are still trying to ascertain the full extent of the disaster," Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said on Thursday. Now, a blame game has erupted between Nepal and China on what caused the devastating flash floods, considered one of the country's worst disasters…

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27

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Hindu body reminds Zohran Mamdani to ‘uphold sworn duty to protect’ ahead of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s New York event

The Hindu American Foundation (HAF) on Thursday exhorted upon New York Myaor Zohran Mamdani to uphold his sworn duty to ensure safety and civil rights of all those attending Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat's upcoming event "Universal Oneness Celebration" at Madison Square Garden. The Hindu body has also issued a security advisory ahead of  the event in the city on Saturday following opposition from some groups. The August 29 event has drawn criticism from some activists and organisations, with HAF alleging that efforts have been made to disrupt or cancel the gathering. The Washington DC-based Hindu-American advocacy and educational organisation…

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27

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Earthquake or glacial collapse? What triggered the catastrophic Nepal flash floods that left over 160 dead

Kathmandu: The devastating flash floods that struck Nepal on Wednesday was caused by a 'glacial collapse' and a 'debris flow' that ultimately led to the disaster that left over 160 people dead, said the United States Geological Survey (USGS) on Thursday. The USGS's clarification comes after earlier speculations suggested that an earthquake could have triggered the flash floods. According to the agency, the "glacial collapse and debris flow" had caused the "subsequent catastrophic impacts downstream". It, though, noted that a 5.2 magnitude seismic event occurred around 8.37 am local time near the border of Nepal and China. "This event was initially…

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27

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Aerial footage shows scale of devastation in Nepal after flash floods claim over 160 lives

Kathmandu: More than 160 people were killed, while hundreds still remain missing after flash floods, triggered by glacial collapse, swept Nepal on Wednesday, causing extensive damages throughout the central region of the Himalayan nation. The flash floods swept many towns and villages, destroying motor bridges and damaging many power projects.  A major search and rescue operation has been launched that includes the mobilisation of the army units, as many aerial footage have surfaced, showing the damages in Nuwakot and Trishuli districts in the aftermath of the flash floods.  Nepali Prime Minister Balen Shah is monitoring the situation and has directed…

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27

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Donald Trump says Mojtaba Khamenei isn’t dead, but ‘very seriously wounded’ as Iran war drags on

Washington: As the mystery regarding the whereabouts of Mojtaba Khamenei continues, US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday (local time) that he believes Iran's Supreme Leader is still alive, but had suffered serious injuries in American strikes that began earlier this year. Trump's remarks came during an interview with US commentator Glenn Beck. However, the 80-year-old Republican leader said Iran is maintaining an 'elaborate deception' if Mojtaba is incapacitated or has died. "I don't think he's dead," Trump said. "He was very seriously wounded. The left side of his body, the arm, the leg, the whole thing. He was very…

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27

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Nepal flash floods leave nearly 160 dead; over 750, including 133 Indians, missing | 10 Points

Kathmandu: The flash floods in Nepal that swept the country on Wednesday has claimed nearly 160 lives, said the police, while adding that 157 bodies have been recovered. However, the death count is expected to rise, as more than 750 people remain missing.  Among the missing, 391 are foreigners of which 133 are Indian nationals. A rescue operation now remains underway in Nepal, with Prime Minister Balendra Shah saying that the state will provide all the necessary assistance to the needy. "The pain and loss you have suffered is not small," Shah said in a statement. "But I want to…

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26

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Nepal flash floods: Nearly 100 killed, over 750 missing; IAF keeps transport fleet on standby for relief ops

Kathmandu: A sudden and massive flood swept through central Nepal on Wednesday, killing nearly 100 people, leaving over 750 missing, including 133 Indian nationals, and causing widespread destruction in settlements along the river. The flooding also damaged at least a dozen hydropower projects, officials said. The flood surged through the Bhote Koshi River at around 9 am local time, with the waters reportedly coming from the Tibet side. The disaster affected Rasuwa and Dhading districts, which border Tibet, as well as Nuwakot district, southwest of Kathmandu. The sudden rise in the river's water level caused extensive damage in Timure in…

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26

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Dramatic video shows Malekhu Bridge being swept away as Nepal flash floods unleash devastation

Kathmandu: Amid large-scale devastation caused by Nepal flash flood, several dramatic visuals have surfaced on the social media showing a massive bridge collapsing and being swept away as powerful flash-flood waters surge through Malekhu in Nepal’s Dhading District. In the terrifying videos, the raging waters can be seen battering the bridge before the structure gives way and is swept away by the force of the flood. The videos are from the Malekhu Bridge in Gajuri Rural Municipality-2, where the flooding has highlighted the growing threat to roads and bridges during Nepal’s ongoing monsoon season. 105 Indians and 37 NRIs among…

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26

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Sadhguru says 77 Isha Foundation pilgrims missing in Nepal flash floods: ‘Ready to join rescue ops’

Kathmandu: Spiritual leader Sadhguru on Wednesday expressed deep anguish over flash floods along the Tibet-China border in Nepal, which swept away an immigration office housing a Kailash-Mansarovar pilgrim group. Issuing a statement, Sadhguru said 77 pilgrims and three volunteers associated with the Isha Foundation were at the ill-fated center during the tragedy. He said while 495 people from 21 groups have returned safely, hundreds of pilgrims remain in Tibet and Nepal. Sadhguru confirms he is personally present in the region Moreover, Sadhguru confirmed he is personally present in the region to coordinate rescue and relief efforts alongside local authorities. “A terrible…

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26

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

From Syaphrubesi to Devighat: Satellite images show before and after Nepal flash flood

Kathmandu: Nepal was on Wednesday hit by a severe flash flood, leading to loss of lives, reports of missing persons and extensive damage to homes, roads, bridges, hydropower facilities and other infrastructure. The floods also swept away villages and areas along the Bhote Koshi River near the Tibet border, with Rasuwa and neighbouring districts among the worst affected. The Nepal government gave the latest update and said the death toll had risen to 98 at the time of reporting, while hundreds of people remained missing. Amid these developments, Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority shared the before-and-after satellite images…

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