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Photo: Xinhua via IANS)Over 1,250 Dead, 4,200 Missing in Nepal Floods; Government Plans Nationwide Reconstruction Drive
Kathmandu: The Nepali government on Thursday informed the foreign diplomatic community in Nepal that the Himalayan nation would seek further international assistance for the recovery and reconstruction of infrastructure damaged by the recent Bhote Koshi floods. The death toll from the Rasuwa flood disaster had reached 1,252 by Thursday noon, with 4,216 people remaining out…
Photo: IANSExplained: How Families Can Claim Mortal Remains of Nepal Flood Victims
Kathmandu: The Nepalese authorities have provided details of the procedures for identification and handing over of the mortal remains of foreign nationals who died in the recent devastating flash floods in Rasuwa, the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu said on Monday. In a statement, the Embassy said the Government of Nepal has outlined a series of…
Photo: IANS‘You Redefined the Beautiful Game’: Gianni Infantino’s Heartfelt Farewell to Lionel Messi
New Delhi: FIFA President Gianni Infantino paid tribute to Lionel Messi following the Argentine icon’s announcement of his retirement from international football, praising the 39-year-old’s achievements, talent and lasting impact on the global game. Messi brought the curtain down on a historic Argentina career on Monday after making a record 207 appearances for his country…
Photo: IANSJosh Hazlewood Plans to Play Two Matches Per Series on Zimbabwe and South Africa White-Ball Tours
New Delhi: Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood is targeting a busy run of one-day cricket to maintain his bowling intensity and build towards October’s Test series in South Africa, saying he wants to play as much as possible after making a successful return to Test action against Bangladesh. Hazlewood is expected to feature in Australia’s…
Photo: IANSPakistan: 14 Newborns Killed in AC Compressor Blast at Islamabad’s PIMS Hospital
Islamabad: In a major tragedy, at least 14 newborn babies died after a massive fire broke out in the gynaecology ward of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad, local media reported on Wednesday, quoting officials familiar with the tragic incident. 14 Newborns Killed in MCH Ward Fire at PIMS Hospital …
Photo: X/@IndiaGrowthDeskNepal Flash Floods: Over 100 Indians Among 384 Tourists Missing in Rasuwa
More than 100 Indians are among 384 tourists reported missing in Nepal after flash floods in the Bhote Koshi River hit the Rasuwa region on Wednesday morning, according to a preliminary situation update issued by the Nepal Tourism Board. Over 290 Foreign Travellers, 93 Citizens Reported Untraceable The tourism board said the 384…
Photo: Xinhua/IANSPhilippines: Manila Hospital Records 50 Leptospirosis Cases; 10 Dead in Iloilo
Manila: Leptospirosis cases at a major infectious disease hospital in the Philippine capital have reached 50, with two deaths, following widespread flooding from persistent heavy rains, local media reported on Saturday. San Lazaro Hospital, a national referral centre for infectious diseases run by the Department of Health (DOH), has opened an express lane for leptospirosis…
Photo: Premier LeagueWhen and Where to Watch Premier League 2026 Live in India? TV Channels, Apps, and IST Match Timings
New Delhi: The new Premier League 2026-27 season begins on Saturday with defending champion Arsenal hosting newly promoted Coventry at the Emirates Stadium as a host of clubs enter the campaign with new coaches and renewed ambitions. As one of the top leagues of European football resumes, there are millions of Indian fans who contribute…
Photo: IANSEastern Japan Floods: 6 Killed, Over 400,000 Issued Evacuation Orders Across Chiba and Ibaraki
Tokyo: At least six people have died after torrential rains lashed eastern Japan from Thursday into early Friday, triggering widespread flooding, local media reported. Japan’s weather agency issued its highest Level 5 heavy rain warning for more than one-third of the municipalities in Chiba Prefecture, near Tokyo, as authorities remained on alert amid worsening weather…
Photo: IANSIndian-Origin Teen Captured in Missing Car, Charged with Family Homicide
Washington: A 17-year-old Indian-American boy in Acton, a town about 40 kilometres northwest of Boston, has been charged with murdering his mother and younger brother after investigators said he had used the Internet and ChatGPT to search for ideas or fantasies about killing his family. Arjun Aravind, an Indian-origin teenager, faces two counts of murder…
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