Aleesha Sam

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal says India is coordinating with Nepal and China to trace missing nationals, while offering specialised rescue teams and medical assistance to Nepal.

Nepal faces a growing crisis as bodies recovered from the Bhotekoshi-Rasuwa floods continue washing up along the Trishuli and Narayani rivers, overwhelming morgues. With the death toll nearing 469 and hundreds still missing, authorities are struggling with storage and identification.

Nagendra, who was re-inducted into the Cabinet earlier this month, announced his resignation for the second time over allegations linked to the Valmiki Corporation fund diversion case.

Nepal has reversed its initial refusal of foreign search-and-rescue teams following the devastating Bhotekoshi-Trishuli flash floods, allowing limited specialised assistance from India, China, Australia and South Korea. The decision follows mounting concerns over missing nationals and technical rescue needs.

The RSS does not operate as a formally registered organisation in the US, with its overseas outreach primarily represented through HSS USA. With hundreds of shakhas across dozens of states, HSS focuses on cultural education and community service. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's New York visit has spotlighted the network, amid both support and criticism over its activities.

A 27-year-old TCS systems engineer, Tushar Kumar, was killed in Gurugram after a reversing JCB struck his motorcycle during late-night roadwork near Moulsari Avenue Rapid Metro station. The driver fled, leaving the earthmover behind. Police seized the JCB and registered a case. Kumar's father alleged inadequate warning signs and safety measures at the worksite.

Punjabi social media influencer Manjeet Kaur, 28, died at PGIMER Chandigarh after suffering severe burns in an alleged July attack near Morinda. Her mother accused two acquaintances of abducting, assaulting and setting her ablaze. Kaur reportedly regained consciousness briefly and wanted to record her statement.

The Supreme Court will hear on August 31 a plea seeking mandatory disclosure of ethanol content in petrol at fuel stations. The petition calls for ethanol percentages on dispensing nozzles and invoices, a vehicle-wise compatibility database and an independent expert panel to assess E20 fuel.

Rahul Gandhi has condemned the ‘shuddhikaran' ritual allegedly conducted at Haldwani's Ramlila Ground after Mallikarjun Kharge's rally, calling it “untouchability disguised as purification.” Gandhi claimed 20 days had passed without an FIR or action under the SC-ST Act. He accused PM Modi of an anti-Dalit ideology and demanded immediate legal action, warning Congress would pursue justice.

Kolkata Police have registered a suo motu FIR against Mamata Banerjee and TMCP organisers over alleged violations of Calcutta High Court conditions during the student wing's foundation day event. Police alleged the programme blocked a road flank, exceeded the permitted time and involved supporters pushing barricades and jostling with personnel. The case was registered at Hastings Police Station.