Nepal Flood Response Expands From Rescue to Recovery
Nepal’s latest flood figures show searches continuing alongside DNA identification, temporary shelter, relief delivery and planning for an estimated $4.78 billion rebuild.
South Asia
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Nepal’s Flood Response Moves Into a Longer Recovery as Aid Needs Expand
Nepal is shifting from rescue to recovery after the August 26 floods, but damaged roads, water systems and health facilities still isolate communities.
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Nepal launches $49.6 million flood-relief appeal before winter
The four-month UN appeal seeks aid for more than 84,000 people after deadly floods and landslides damaged homes, roads, power and water systems.
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What Caused Nepal’s Deadly Flood? Scientists Investigate Glacier Collapse
Nepal is investigating whether a glacier-and-bedrock collapse caused the Aug. 26 Bhote Koshi flood as authorities warn an upstream lake could surge.
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Nepal opens emergency channel as foreign nationals remain missing
Nepal’s foreign ministry opened an emergency channel after the Rasuwa flood, giving families and missions contact details while missing-person figures remain provisional.
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ADB Cuts South Asia’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 6.0% as Energy Costs Weigh on Incomes
The Asian Development Bank lowered South Asia’s 2026 growth forecast, citing elevated energy prices, weaker real incomes and growing external-sector pressure across the region.
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Bangladesh President Resigns, Speaker Takes Interim Duties
Mohammed Shahabuddin resigned July 24, and a July 25 gazette placed presidential duties temporarily with Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad.
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Maldives opens new maritime rescue coordination center
The Maldives inaugurated a purpose-built rescue coordination center on July 27 to organize maritime and aviation emergencies across its vast ocean area.