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Devastating Floods and Landslides Kill Hundreds in Northern Nepal
A sudden glacial lake outburst triggered catastrophic flooding and landslides across northern Nepal, killing dozens and leaving hundreds missing, including over 100 Indian pilgrims. The disaster has highlighted the region’s extreme vulnerability to climate-driven geological hazards during the monsoon season.
26 Aug, 15:48 — 26 Aug, 16:57
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NYTMostly Factual1h ago
Over 100 Indian Pilgrims Are Among the Missing in Nepal Floods
Many of them were traveling to or from a Himalayan peak that is revered by Hindus as the spiritual home of the god Shiva.
By Mujib Mashal, Suhasini Raj and Hari Kumar
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Why Nepal Is So Vulnerable: Glacial Lakes, And A Himalaya That Moves Constantly
The August 26 inland tsunami was not an accident of weather. It sat at the intersection of processes that make Nepal one of the most hazard-exposed countries.
Read full article →daily-mirror-lkMixed2h ago
Sri Lanka stands in full solidarity with government, people of Nepal - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka stands in full solidarity with government, people of Nepal Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
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