Nepal's flood death toll has risen to 1,355, with 4,996 people still missing, including 589 foreign nationals. Rescue teams continue operations, while authorities struggle to identify bodies. India and China are assisting, as Nepal also seeks to protect tourism
Nepal's Prime Minister's Disaster Relief Fund has received over Rs 2.29 billion in donations within three days after deadly flash floods killed 626 people. Rescue teams continue operations as thousands remain missing and affected areas battle widespread destruction
PM Modi held a telephonic conversation with Nepal’s Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki, reaffirming India’s support for peace and stability in the Himalayan nation. Modi also extended National Day greetings and condolences for recent tragic losses.
Facing violent Gen-Z protests that killed at least 19 people and injured over 300, Nepal’s government has lifted its controversial ban on 26 social media platforms. The Cabinet made the decision late Monday, with key ministers appealing for calm.
Nepal increases permit fees for climbing Mount Everest by 36 per cent to $15,000 and also introduced a slew of measures aimed at controlling garbage pollution on the world's tallest peak
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, wrote on X, that a special meeting of council of ministers declared the national day of mourning on 23rd of Ashoj (Tuesday), to mourn the loss of lives.
To date, based on the recommendation of the Nepal Mountaineering Association, an institution comprising several stakeholders in the mountaineering sector, the government had allowed the guides to travel with the mountaineers
