Kathmandu: Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has issued guidelines for families living abroad whose relatives remain missing after the devastating Bhotekoshi flash floods, allowing DNA samples from close blood relatives to assist in identification. The authority…
At least 20 people were killed and six injured after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia’s Flores island on Saturday. Rescue teams are searching collapsed structures for survivors, with two people reportedly still trapped under rubble. Landslides have hampered…
The death toll from Colombia’s 7.4-magnitude earthquake has climbed to at least 164, with rescue teams continuing to search collapsed buildings and remote areas for survivors. The powerful quake struck western Colombia on August 10, causing major damage in several…
Russia has proposed exploring a railway route to India and the Indian Ocean via Turkmenistan, Iran and Afghanistan as an alternative to vulnerable maritime trade routes. Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin said such corridors could reduce risks linked to disruptions…
The United States has set two conditions to resume talks with Iran—ensuring free movement through the Strait of Hormuz and granting full authority to Iran’s delegation to finalise any agreement. Talks may restart soon in Islamabad, though no date is…
The United States and Iran are considering a fresh round of talks later this week after recent negotiations in Islamabad failed to reach a deal. Donald Trump signaled willingness to resume discussions if Tehran shows flexibility. Officials say talks could…
Donald Trump announced a US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after nuclear talks with Iran collapsed despite progress on other issues. Trump accused Iran of refusing to curb its nuclear ambitions and allegedly mining the waterway, calling it…
Iran has rejected a US proposal to end the conflict, stating any ceasefire will happen only on its own terms. Tehran outlined key demands, including an end to attacks, security guarantees, war reparations, and recognition of its control over the…
At least 87 people were killed after a US submarine sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean, according to reports. The frigate had recently participated in the MILAN 2026 in India. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed…
Asian stock markets fell sharply on Monday after US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran heightened geopolitical tensions and pushed oil prices higher. Weak sentiment was also influenced by losses on Wall Street, driven by concerns over interest rates and artificial…