Nepal floods LIVE | Death toll reaches 165; 133 Indians among hundreds missing

Rescue teams continued searching through mud and debris for survivors on Thursday, while India has sent 10 tonnes of humanitarian aid.

Summary

At least 165 people have died and hundreds, including 133 Indians, remain missing after flash floods and landslides swept communities along Nepal’s Bhote Koshi River near the Tibet border. Rescue teams continued searching through mud and debris for survivors. India has sent 10 tonnes of humanitarian aid and essential medicines, while the US announced $500,000 in emergency assistance.

The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu issued emergency numbers for assistance and information related to Indian nationals that have been affected by the flash floods. In a post on X, it said people can contact +977 985 131 6807 or +977 970 910 7500

The Nepal Tourism Board has issued a toll free emergency number 1234 or hotline 1144 or tourist police 9851289445 for help.

Bihar and Uttar Pradesh were put on high alert on Wednesday after flash floods in neighbouring Nepal caused damage across several districts in the Gandak river basin. Authorities began emergency preparations, including moving people away from vulnerable areas.

558 people missing in Tibet after flash floods in Nepal, reports Chinese media

China's state media said 558 people were missing in Tibet after floods that also left hundreds unaccounted for in neighbouring Nepal.

Of those missing in Tibet, 260 were foreign nationals, CCTV reported. The death toll remained at three, according to the report.

US pledges $500,000 aid for flood-hit Nepal

The United States has pledged $500,000 in emergency assistance to support rescue efforts following devastating flash floods in Nepal’s Rasuwa district. The State Department also said it is deploying a disaster response advisor to the region.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed solidarity with the Nepali people and offered condolences to families of those killed.

We express our solidarity and are united in prayer for the Nepali people following the devastating floods. @StateDept stands ready to support the Government of Nepal with needed humanitarian assistance.

— Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) August 26, 2026

The foreigners missing in Nepal's flash floods

Hundreds of foreign nationals are missing in Nepal after devastating flash floods on Wednesday killed at least 165 people.

Official figures suggested at least 341 foreigners were among the missing.

Hikers and climbers from around the world flock to the Himalayan nation to test themselves on some of the world's highest peaks, Mount Everest among them.

Death count reaches 165 in Nepal floods

Glacial collapse, not earthquake, triggered ‘catastrophic’ Nepal floods

The US Geological Survey said a glacial collapse and debris flow, rather than an earthquake, caused the catastrophic flooding along the Nepal-Tibet border. The disaster killed at least 160 people, with hundreds still missing. The USGS said satellite imagery and seismic data confirmed the event was linked to a glacial collapse.

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UN chief expresses sadness over deadly floods in Nepal, China

UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep sadness over severe flooding in Nepal and China that has claimed lives, left people missing and caused widespread destruction. He extended condolences to the victims’ families and said the UN is supporting Nepal’s government-led response by mobilising supplies and personnel.

I am saddened by the severe flooding in Nepal & China, which has claimed many lives, left people missing, and caused widespread destruction.

I extend my condolences to the families of the victim, and I wish a swift recovery to those injured. My solidarity is with all those…

— António Guterres (@antonioguterres) August 26, 2026