International

August 31, 2026 8:57 AM

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US launches fresh attacks on Iran, Iran responds by attacking US forces in Jordan

U.S. forces have struck Iran's Larak Island in latest round of escalation in the conflict. These are the first American strikes on Iran in almost a month.    US CENTCOM has stated that U.S. forces took limited and precise action against IRGC forces involved in laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, w...

August 30, 2026 8:58 PM

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Nepal Issues Fresh Flood Alert for Bhote Koshi River

Nepal has issued fresh alert for flood in Bhote Koshi River. It has  urged residents living along the river in Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading districts to remain cautious. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) of Nepal has reported an increased flood flow in the river. ...

August 30, 2026 6:31 PM

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Nepal Flash Floods: Death Toll Rises to 768, Over 2,500 Missing

The death toll from flash floods in central Nepal has risen to 768 today, with more bodies being recovered. More than 2,500 people are still missing following the disaster. Bodies have been recovered from all eight affected districts as rescuers race against time to search for those missing and resc...

August 30, 2026 5:44 PM

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Iceland Voters Reject Proposal to Resume Talks on Joining EU

Iceland’s voters have rejected a proposal to resume negotiations on joining the European Union, bringing a long-running debate over EU membership to end. According to the country’s national broadcaster, around 53% of voters opposed the government’s proposal to restart membership talks. The referendu...

August 30, 2026 5:40 PM

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WHO Releases $150,000 Emergency Funds To Support Nepal Flash Flood Victims

The World Health Organisation has released 150,000 US Dollars from the South-East Asia Regional Health Emergency Fund to support urgent health and other needs of the communities impacted by the devastating flash floods in Nepal. Dr Nilesh Buddha, Officer-in-Charge, WHO, South-East Asia Regional Offi...

August 30, 2026 2:19 PM

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Nepal Flash Floods: Death toll rises to 734; Nearly 2,500 still missing

The death toll from flash floods in central Nepal has risen to 734 today, with more bodies being recovered. Nearly 2,500 people are still missing following the disaster. Bodies have been recovered from all eight affected districts as rescuers race against time to search for those missing and rescue ...

August 30, 2026 1:59 PM

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Death toll from flash floods in Tibet rises to 16

The death toll from flash floods in Tibet near the Nepal border climbed to 16 today, with 546 people, including several Indians, still missing, as reported by Chinese officials. The massive flash floods struck the immigration port at the Gyirong-Nepal border on August 26, where hundreds waited on bo...