It has been nearly three weeks since catastrophic flash floods, triggered by a glacial mountain collapse, tore through northern Nepal. In the wake of the disaster, 1,385 lives have been confirmed lost, with thousands more still unaccounted for. Watch for full on-ground updates and humanitarian analysis.


5,130 remain unaccounted in Nepal floods 

Experts call the catastrophic August 2026 flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border a "man-made disaster" due to poorly planned infrastructure and under-designed hydropower projects meeting extreme climate-driven glacial collapses.

Nepal floods: Experts call floods a 'man-made disaster' 

Australian scientists have created cyborg cockroaches capable of assisting in disaster response and rescue missions. Fitted with miniature electronic controls, the insects can navigate confined spaces and potentially reach survivors trapped beneath collapsed structures. Researchers also believe the technology could be used to deliver emergency medicines and supplies in hazardous environments. The project represents a unique blend of robotics, engineering, and biology aimed at improving disaster relief efforts and saving lives.


Australian team turns cockroaches into cyborg rescue workers

The UN has issued a stark warning that the Himalayan region faces severe risks of future glacial floods as the death toll from last week's catastrophic disaster in Nepal surpassed 1,000. Senior UN official Kanni Wignaraja warned that millions living downstream along major river systems face life-threatening risks, with vital hydroelectric projects and entire communities endangered. Triggered by the massive collapse of a glacier near the Langtang Lirung peak, the resulting outburst flooded the Trishuli River valley, exposing the extreme vulnerability of Himalayan infrastructure. Watch for key insights into the climate crisis threatening Asia's water towers.  

Himalayan glacial flood risk warning: UN warns millions at risk after Nepal disaster

Cyborg cockroaches to deliver emergency drugs in disaster zones

A devastating glacial collapse in the Himalayas has triggered flash floods on the Nepal-Tibet border, leaving at least 177 dead and 826 people missing, including nearly 300 Indian tourists. EAM S Jaishankar held an emergency review with the Foreign Secretary and India's ambassadors in Kathmandu and Beijing, while MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal detailed five major groups of stranded Indians — from Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims to power project workers.


Nepal flash flood: MEA confirms 288 Indians stranded, rescue efforts underway

A devastating flash flood has struck Nepal’s Himalayan border region near Tibet, killing at least nine people and leaving hundreds of travellers unaccounted for. The disaster swept through areas of Rasuwa district, destroying homes, roads, bridges and critical infrastructure along the Bhotekoshi River. Nepal’s Tourism Board reported 384 travellers missing, including 291 foreign nationals, with Indian, American, British, Malaysian and other foreign nationals among those unaccounted for. Across the border, a mudslide also struck the Gyirong area of Tibet, damaging roads, communications and power links. Chinese authorities warned of major casualties and launched search and rescue operations.


Nepal flash floods: 95 dead, magnitude 4.4 quake in Tibet around same time as flash flood 

Sudden flash floods have wreaked havoc in northern Nepal, washing away vehicles, damaging homes, roads and critical infrastructure near the Tibet border. Authorities launched rescue and relief operations after floodwaters surged through parts of Rasuwa district, triggering evacuations along riverbanks. The disaster has disrupted transport links, electricity supply and raised fears of casualties as emergency teams race to assess the damage. The cause of the flooding remains under investigation, with officials monitoring the situation closely.

Nepal flash flood disaster causes damage: Heavy casualties feared 

Earth has experienced a notable run of strong earthquakes in 2026. But scientists say the number of major earthquakes remains within the normal range, and there is no evidence of a new global earthquake season. Now scientists are using repeating earthquakes to study a part of earth nobody can directly see: the SOLID inner core more than 5,000 kilometres beneath the surface. Their analysis suggests the inner core, which once moved slightly faster than the surrounding layers, slowed around 2010 and began moving more slowly relative to the surface. It has not literally reversed its spin.  

The finding could help scientists understand tiny changes in the length of a day and the complex processes inside the planet that are connected to earth's magnetic field.  

Is the world experiencing more earthquakes now than before? | Earth's inner core is moving

Torrential monsoon rains have triggered devastating flash floods and landslides in Nagaland, leaving at least eight people dead and several others injured. Homes have been washed away, roads blocked, and rescue teams continue searching for those feared trapped under debris. Authorities have deployed disaster response teams, police, and Assam Rifles personnel as heavy rainfall continues to batter the region.

Nagaland flash floods turn deadly | 8 Killed, landslides trigger massive destruction

A 'super typhoon' has made landfall on United States territorial islands in the western Pacific near Guam, with authorities saying they have received reports of significant damage as powerful winds and torrential rain hit the Northern Mariana Islands.
The eye of Super Typhoon Bavi passed over the island of Rota, bringing winds of more than 150mph, equivalent to a category-five hurricane, according to the US National Weather Service (NWS).

US super typhoon: Category-five Bavi slams US Pacific islands 

Turkiye has recorded more than 53,000 earthquakes in 2025, averaging six tremors every hour, making it one of the country’s most seismically active years on record, according to experts and official data. While most earthquakes were minor, several were strong enough to cause structural damage. Balıkesir province saw unprecedented activity, including two magnitude 6.1 quakes, while a powerful 6.2 tremor off the coast of Istanbul renewed concerns about the safety of the megacity. Despite low casualties, experts warn that aging buildings, active fault lines and gaps in public preparedness leave Turkiye highly vulnerable. Calls are growing for faster urban transformation, stricter planning and nationwide disaster awareness training to reduce risks ahead of the next major quake. 

Turkey Hit by Over 53,000 Earthquakes in 2025, Averaging 6 an Hour 

At least nine climbers, including seven foreigners and two local guides, were killed in two separate and incidents of snowstorm and avalanche. Why is Nepal witnessing so many avalanches this year?


Deadly avalanche in Nepal | survivors recall horror

Britain is on high alert as citizens and authorities brace for potential war, disasters, and the escalating threat from Russia and global tensions. Preparations are underway amid fears of being drawn into Putin’s war games.


UK on high alert: Britons prepare for war & disaster as Putin’s threats escalate

Four days after the Liberia-flagged cargo ship MSC ELSA3 sank off its Coast, the Government in the Southern Indian state of Kerala has declared it a State Disaster. The cargo ship, which sank on 25th May, barely 30 km away from the Alappuzha coast, was carrying over 400 metric tons of fuel, more than 643 containers, which included those with hazardous cargo. Throughout this week, shipping containers and plastic pellets have been washed ashore along Kerala's scenic beaches.&nbsp;The maritime incident has raised serious environmental concerns, including the potential for an Oil spill and drifting of debris, including cargo, along Kerala's coastline, said the Kerala Government. "Considering the potentially serious environmental, social, and economic impact of the ship wreckage, the Government hereby declares the wreckage of ship M/s ELSA 3 in the Arabian Sea 14.6 nautical miles off the Kerala coast as a State-Specific disaster," read a statement from Kerala's Disaster Management Department.&nbsp;The declaration of State Disaster indicates the severity of the incident, as Kerala is a popular hub for tourists, is rich in marine life and biodiversity, offers a wide range of seafood, and has among the highest seafood-consuming populations in India. This Disaster has also occurred at a time when the Southwest monsoon is active in the region, causing rough seas, harsh winds and heavy rainfall, which can potentially carry the debris far and wide.&nbsp;<h2>Here's how Indian Coast Guard responded to the environmental Disaster&nbsp;</h2>Since the morning hours of Sunday, 25th May, when the Liberian-flagged cargo vessel MSC ELSA3 sank off the Kerala coast, Indian Coast Guard(ICG) assets have been combating the resultant oil spill and marine pollution. Oil spills are major maritime disasters that have the potential to cause serious damage to the economy, biodiversity of the affected region.&nbsp;According to the ICG, within 2-3 hours of the cargo vessel’s sinking, their surveillance aircraft detected the presence of an oil slick at the site.&nbsp;Following this, ICG ship Saksham, already on standby in Pollution Response (PR) configuration, was immediately deployed to begin counter-pollution operations. In parallel, a Dornier aircraft was launched for aerial assessment and the dispersal of Oil Spill Dispersant (OSD) across a wide area.On Sunday, the oil slick was observed drifting in an east-southeast direction at an estimated speed of 3.6 kmph. The prevailing active Southwest monsoon, with rough seas and strong winds, presented challenging conditions for responders.Despite the adverse conditions, ICG personnel continued their operations with resilience, navigating dangerous waters littered with floating containers and ensuring safe diversion of all merchant traffic away from the affected zone. By Sunday noon, the spill was assessed to have spread over an area of approximately&nbsp;two square kilometres.&nbsp;Further, more than 100 containers were observed floating near the site, with some breaking apart and their contents scattered in adjacent waters. Mariners have been issued advisories to maintain a sharp lookout and exercise caution, as metallic shipping containers coming in contact with a vessel's propeller or other systems could cause serious damage.&nbsp;ICG continues intensive surveillance and spill mitigation through air operations and deployment of Oil Spill dispersant Chemicals using specialised equipment. Two ICG Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) remain on-site for ongoing monitoring, assessment, and pollution response. In addition, the ICG has mobilised ICG Ship Samudra Prahari, a specialised Pollution Response Vessel carrying significant quantities of Oil-dispersing chemicals, along with additional OPVs in Pollution Response configuration.On Sunday, a coordination meeting was convened by the Directorate General of Shipping, bringing together key stakeholders, including ICG, vessel owners, managers, Kerala state authorities, and others to implement an integrated response strategy. Ship managing firm MSC has appointed T&amp;T Salvage for cleanup and recovery operations, including container and cargo retrieval and oil removal from the wreck.As per directives under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD), Kochi, has issued a warning to the sunken vessel’s owners regarding pollution liability. The ICG has also advised the state administration to prepare for shoreline cleanup operations and to caution local communities against handling any debris or cargo that may wash ashore.

Kerala Government has called the sinking of the cargo MSC ELSA3 ship a serious state disaster, and it has the potential to cause serious damage to the economy, biodiversity

Four days after the Liberia-flagged cargo ship MSC ELSA3 sank off its Coast, the Government in the Southern Indian state of Kerala has declared it a State Disaster. The cargo ship, which sank on 25th May, barely 30 km away from the Alappuzha coast, was carrying over 400 metric tons of fuel, more than 643 containers, which included those with hazardous cargo. Throughout this week, shipping containers and plastic pellets have been washed ashore along Kerala's scenic beaches. The maritime incident has raised serious environmental concerns, including the potential for an Oil spill and drifting of debris, including cargo, along Kerala's coastline, said the Kerala Government. "Considering the potentially serious environmental, social, and economic impact of the ship wreckage, the Government hereby declares the wreckage of ship M/s ELSA 3 in the Arabian Sea 14.6 nautical miles off the Kerala coast as a State-Specific disaster," read a statement from Kerala's Disaster Management Department. The declaration of State Disaster indicates the severity of the incident, as Kerala is a popular hub for tourists, is rich in marine life and biodiversity, offers a wide range of seafood, and has among the highest seafood-consuming populations in India. This Disaster has also occurred at a time when the Southwest monsoon is active in the region, causing rough seas, harsh winds and heavy rainfall, which can potentially carry the debris far and wide. Here's how Indian Coast Guard responded to the environmental Disaster Since the morning hours of Sunday, 25th May, when the Liberian-flagged cargo vessel MSC ELSA3 sank off the Kerala coast, Indian Coast Guard(ICG) assets have been combating the resultant oil spill and marine pollution. Oil spills are major maritime disasters that have the potential to cause serious damage to the economy, biodiversity of the affected region. According to the ICG, within 2-3 hours of the cargo vessel’s sinking, their surveillance aircraft detected the presence of an oil slick at the site. Following this, ICG ship Saksham, already on standby in Pollution Response (PR) configuration, was immediately deployed to begin counter-pollution operations. In parallel, a Dornier aircraft was launched for aerial assessment and the dispersal of Oil Spill Dispersant (OSD) across a wide area. On Sunday, the oil slick was observed drifting in an east-southeast direction at an estimated speed of 3.6 kmph. The prevailing active Southwest monsoon, with rough seas and strong winds, presented challenging conditions for responders. Despite the adverse conditions, ICG personnel continued their operations with resilience, navigating dangerous waters littered with floating containers and ensuring safe diversion of all merchant traffic away from the affected zone. By Sunday noon, the spill was assessed to have spread over an area of approximately two square kilometres. Further, more than 100 containers were observed floating near the site, with some breaking apart and their contents scattered in adjacent waters. Mariners have been issued advisories to maintain a sharp lookout and exercise caution, as metallic shipping containers coming in contact with a vessel's propeller or other systems could cause serious damage. ICG continues intensive surveillance and spill mitigation through air operations and deployment of Oil Spill dispersant Chemicals using specialised equipment. Two ICG Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) remain on-site for ongoing monitoring, assessment, and pollution response. In addition, the ICG has mobilised ICG Ship Samudra Prahari, a specialised Pollution Response Vessel carrying significant quantities of Oil-dispersing chemicals, along with additional OPVs in Pollution Response configuration. On Sunday, a coordination meeting was convened by the Directorate General of Shipping, bringing together key stakeholders, including ICG, vessel owners, managers, Kerala state authorities, and others to implement an integrated response strategy. Ship managing firm MSC has appointed T&T Salvage for cleanup and recovery operations, including container and cargo retrieval and oil removal from the wreck. As per directives under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD), Kochi, has issued a warning to the sunken vessel’s owners regarding pollution liability. The ICG has also advised the state administration to prepare for shoreline cleanup operations and to caution local communities against handling any debris or cargo that may wash ashore.

Kerala Government has called the sinking of the cargo MSC ELSA3 ship a serious state disaster, and it has the potential to cause serious damage to the economy, biodiversity

Kerala govt declares Liberian cargo shipwreck a state-specific disaster

Heavy rains in the municipality of Itagui, in northwestern Colombia, claimed the life of one person after they caused a mudslide that left destruction in its path. In Itagui, authorities declared a state of public calamity and reported that at least 35 families were affected in the municipality.

Colombia: One killed, dozens affected in Itagui flood disaster

At least eighteen people have died as massive wildfires rage across South Korea. About 27,000 to be evacuated as firefighters battle strong winds and dry conditions. The southeastern regions have declared an emergency. Watch this report for more details!

Wildfires devastate South Korea, killing 18, forcing 27,000 to flee

At least four people, including three firefighters and a civil servant, have died as massive wildfires rage across South Korea. Over 200 residents from 15 villages were ordered to evacuate as emergency crews, including helicopters, battled the flames. The southeastern regions have declared an emergency. Watch this report for more details!

South Korea: Ravaging wildfires engulf residential building and a temple

At least four people, including three firefighters and a civil servant, have died as massive wildfires rage across South Korea. Over 200 residents from 15 villages were ordered to evacuate as emergency crews, including helicopters, battled the flames. The southeastern regions have declared an emergency, with 16 fire incidents reported in a single day. Watch this report for more details!

Deadly wildfires sweep South Korea, forcing mass evacuations

Residents of Mayotte have voiced strong criticism over the delayed and inadequate response to Cyclone Chido, with reports suggesting that up to a thousand people may have been killed in the disaster.



Cyclone Chido: Mayotte Residents Criticize Cyclone Response

Residents of Mayotte have voiced strong criticism over the delayed and inadequate response to Cyclone Chido, with reports suggesting that up to a thousand people may have been killed in the disaster.

With the ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran, the Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has warned that the country will be able to reach anywhere in Iran should the need arise. Watch this report to know more.

Israel-Iran: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu Warns Iran

Several people have been rescued in Oman as heavy rains swept across the country, causing flooding and disruption. Emergency services have been working tirelessly to assist those affected, as the severe weather continues to impact daily life and infrastructure.

Oman: Several People Rescued As Heavy Rains Lash The Country

When California's "Big One" earthquake strikes, the potential consequences could be catastrophic. Experts warn of widespread destruction, particularly in densely populated areas like Los Angeles and San Francisco. Infrastructure, including bridges, highways, and buildings, may suffer severe damage, leading to significant casualties and disruptions. Emergency services could be overwhelmed, hampering rescue efforts. The economic impact would be substantial, affecting businesses and industries while causing long-term challenges in recovery and rebuilding. Additionally, the event could trigger landslides, fires, and secondary hazards, complicating the situation further. Preparedness and resilience strategies will be crucial in mitigating the effects of such a disaster.

What Could Happen When California's 'Big One' Earthquake Hits

West Asia is on high alert for further escalation awaiting Israel's response to Iranian missile barrage on October 1st. The IDF claims that about 45 rockets have been fired from Lebanon to northern Israel. The military said that some of this rockets were intercepted. Watch to know more

Israel Ramps Up Military Push In Lebanon

Israeli airstrikes have targeted a school housing displaced Gazans, killing at least 28 while injuring 54 including women and children. The air strike hit Deir el-Balah in central Gaza, a city full of fleeing people who have been displaced due to continuous fighting for the last one year. Watch to know more.

Israel-Gaza Conflict: School Housing Displaced Gazans Hit Central Gaza

Central Europe is paralyzed with heavy torrential rain that has caused widespread flooding in many regions. Watch to know more.

Europe: Floods Wreak Havoc with Overflowing Rivers, Widespread Power Outages

Devastating floods have swept through Central Europe, claiming 17 lives and destroying numerous homes. The unprecedented disaster has left communities struggling to cope with the aftermath as rescue efforts continue. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this tragic situation.

Devastating Floods Ravage Central Europe: 17 Lives Lost, Several Homes Destroyed

To Shield its soldiers from life-threatening operations, Israel is recruiting African refugees for dangerous operations in Gaza. The African refugees are offered deal in exchange for settled status.

African refugees offered deal in exchange for settled status

Reports indicate that Gallant opposes the major military operation against Lebanon as a senior IDF commander is actively pushing for a ground defensive. Watch to know more.

Netanyahu vs Gallant over Lebanon operation

Israel will not remove its troops from a narrow strip of land on the Gaza side of the border with Egypt until there is a guarantee it can never be used as a supply line for Hamas, Benjamin Netanyahu has said. People in Tel Aviv continue to protest against Netanyahu.

Israel-Hamas War: Netanyahu says won't leave Philadelphi corridor

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