Nepal floods LIVE UPDATES: 359 bodies recovered so far, 288 Indians among 1,500; govt warns of fresh flood threat
A mudslide also hit the Tibetan side near the Gyirong border crossing, causing deaths and leaving several people missing, according to China’s state-run Xinhua.
Aug 27, 2026 07:14 PM
Former DRDO chief Satheesh Reddy among 31 pilgrims stranded in Tibet
- Former DRDO chief G. Satheesh Reddy and his wife are among 31 pilgrims stranded in Tibet.
- The group had travelled to Tibet for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
- Their return journey has been disrupted due to adverse weather conditions in the region.
- Efforts are underway to coordinate with authorities for the safe evacuation of the stranded pilgrims.
- Authorities are working to ensure the safe return of all 31 pilgrims to India.
Aug 27, 2026 07:13 PM
Photos displayed outside Kathmandu mortuary to identify flood victims
- Photos of those killed in the Nepal floods and landslides have been displayed outside a mortuary in Kathmandu to help identify the victims.
- Families of missing people are visiting the mortuary and checking the photographs in the hope of finding their loved ones.
- The photographs are being used as an identification aid amid the ongoing search for missing people.
- The process is helping authorities and families identify victims and reunite them with their relatives.
Aug 27, 2026 07:12 PM
Nepali community in London steps up to help flood victims
- Nepali community members in London have launched relief efforts following the devastation caused by floods and landslides in Nepal.
- A donation box has been placed at the Shree Pashupatinath Temple in Plumstead, London, to collect funds for flood victims.
- Devotees and visitors to the temple are voluntarily contributing money to the relief fund.
- The collected funds will be sent to help families affected by the disaster in Nepal.
Aug 27, 2026 07:11 PM
Nepal Flood: Key Updates
- 359 bodies recovered so far following the devastating floods that hit Nepal on Wednesday.
- Chitwan district has reported the highest number of deaths, with 132 bodies recovered as of Thursday, 5 PM.
- Around 1,500 people are still missing and search-and-rescue operations are underway.
- Among those missing are 288 Indian nationals.
- 21 Indians have been rescued safely, while 11 of them have been identified so far.
- Fresh flood threat in the Bhotekoshi River: Authorities have issued an alert over the possibility of another flood in the river.
- Satellite images received from China indicate the formation of a lake after floodwaters became blocked in the affected area.
- The water level in the newly formed lake is rising, raising concerns that it could breach and trigger another flood downstream.
- Residents, travellers and rescue personnel in low-lying areas along the Bhotekoshi River have been advised to stay away from riverbanks and other vulnerable areas.
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{{{content}}}PTC News Desk: A massive flash flood near the Nepal-Tibet border has killed more than 150 people and left hundreds missing, including over 140 Indians on Wednesday. The floods swept away homes, vehicles, bridges and several infrastructure project sites. Bihar, which shares a border with Nepal, also issued an alert as the floodwaters moved downstream.
Officials said the floodwaters entered the Bhote Koshi River from the Tibetan side at around 9 am, badly affecting Timure and Syapru Besi. A mudslide also hit the Tibetan side near the Gyirong border crossing, causing deaths and leaving several people missing, according to China’s state-run Xinhua.
The exact cause of the flash floods was not immediately known. Nepal’s Flood Forecasting Division said heavy rainfall in Rasuwa was unlikely to have caused the flooding, while satellite images showed significant rain on the Tibetan side. Officials are investigating whether a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) may have triggered the disaster.
Videos shared on social media showed powerful floodwaters rushing through the area and carrying away a bridge. Another video showed a house collapsing as people ran to safety.
The Nepal government launched rescue operations in the affected areas. However, helicopters could not land in some places because of the high water levels. Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered an extensive search for missing people in Tibet and called for better monitoring and early-warning systems to prevent further disasters.
Bihar on alert
The Bihar government increased monitoring of the situation as floodwaters moved towards India. Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit held a video conference with district magistrates and instructed officials in areas along the Gandak and Kosi river systems to remain especially alert.
Villages and border market washed away
Rasuwa Chief District Officer Narendra Pariyar said officials had received reports that villages and infrastructure sites had been washed away. The full extent of the damage was still being assessed.
Pariyar warned that the disaster could have caused significant loss of life and property.
Timure Bazaar, a market near the Tibet border, and the nearby customs area suffered major damage. Vehicles and goods were swept away by the floodwaters.
A newly built Friendship Bridge at Rasuwagadhi was also destroyed. The bridge had been reconstructed after a deadly flood last year.