{"id":34798,"date":"2026-08-27T07:30:48","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T02:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petrolnews.in\/live\/nepal-floods-crisis-indians-missing-bihar-uttar-pradesh-alert\/"},"modified":"2026-08-27T07:30:48","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T02:00:48","slug":"nepal-floods-crisis-indians-missing-bihar-uttar-pradesh-alert","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petrolnews.in\/live\/nepal-floods-crisis-indians-missing-bihar-uttar-pradesh-alert\/","title":{"rendered":"Nepal Floods Crisis | Indians Missing; Bihar Uttar Pradesh Alert"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Good morning! Here\u2019s your quick catch-up on the biggest stories making headlines.<\/p>\n

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A deadly flash flood in Nepal has become a cross-border emergency, with at least 160 people dead and 1,000 missing, including 133 Indians. The threat has also put parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar on alert.<\/p>\n

Could India face the next wave? A joint study by IIT Ropar and the University of Technology Sydney has flagged the rapid growth of glacial lakes in Himachal Pradesh. The number rose from 107 in 1990 to 669 in 2024 \u2014 a 525% increase, with 88 facing the risk of a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF).<\/p>\n

Elsewhere, Home Minister Amit Shah has announced a tougher focus on infiltration, terrorism and border security. Meanwhile, a global pause in US visa appointments could mean longer waits for Indian applicants as Washington tightens immigration scrutiny.<\/p>\n

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Also in today\u2019s Bhaskar Smart Brief, don\u2019t miss our coverage of Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon\u2019s Raksha Bandhan ad controversy, which has sparked a debate over personal choice and cultural sensitivity.<\/p>\n

Along with these, we\u2019ve rounded up the other top stories you need to start your day.<\/p>\n

Today’s Top Headlines<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Nepal floods: 160 dead, 133 Indians missing \u2014 is India at risk too?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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A Himalayan flash flood has become a cross-border emergency, killing at least 160 people in Nepal and leaving 1,000 people missing. Nepal\u2019s Tourism Department has said that at least 133 Indians are among those reported missing. The Bhotekoshi River surged after a suspected ice-rock avalanche, sweeping away villages, homes, roads and hydropower projects.<\/p>\n

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The danger is not over. Officials have warned of further flooding as an upstream blockage remains, while India has offered rescue and relief support. Downstream areas of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are also on high alert, making this a crisis with consequences beyond Nepal. READ MORE<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2018India is not a dharamshala\u2019: Is Shah preparing tougher security push?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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India\u2019s internal security strategy is entering a sharper phase, with infiltration, terrorism and border management increasingly being treated as linked challenges. The government says illegal migration can affect national security, the economy and demographics. Home Minister Amit Shah has reinforced that position, saying India is not a \u2018dharamshala\u2019 and only citizens have the right to live here. He said the Modi government would make India free of infiltrators \u2018in a very short time\u2019.<\/p>\n

Shah has also pushed a four-pronged border plan and called for daily use of PRAHAR to dismantle terror networks. With 274 fugitives brought back since 2019, the focus now shifts to how these measures are implemented. READ MORE<\/a><\/p>\n

Kriti Sanon\u2019s Rakhi ad pulled: Is the \u2018right to choose\u2019 at risk?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon’s Raksha Bandhan Ad controversy has sparked a debate over personal choice and cultural sensitivity.<\/p>\n

A jewellery ad featuring Kriti Sanon drew criticism over her outfit, turning what was meant to be a festive campaign into a political and social controversy. The backlash grew after actor-politician Kangana Ranaut questioned the look, while Congress leader Rahul Gandhi defended Kriti\u2019s right to choose what she wears.<\/p>\n

GIVA has since withdrawn the ad and apologised. But the debate over culture, choice and advertising is far from over. READ MORE<\/a> US pauses visa services, will Indians face more delays?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The US visa process is facing another disruption, with applicants worldwide now being asked to wait as the Trump administration tightens scrutiny of immigration cases. For Indians, the pause could delay family-based and employment-based immigrant visa interviews, adding to growing uncertainty over moving to the US.<\/p>\n

Applicants with scheduled interviews have already received cancellation or rescheduling emails, but there is no clear timeline for normal services to resume. With more than 363,000 Indians studying in the US, the impact could extend beyond immigration. READ MORE<\/a><\/p>\n

Sri Lanka corner India with fightback but late wickets keep visitors alive in contest<\/strong><\/p>\n

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On Day 4 of the Colombo Test, India wrapped up Sri Lanka’s 1st innings for 290 in the opening session. After that, the visiting side enforced the follow-on against the home side. Gill’s men expected to restrict Lankans before they could reach the 213-run target, but the hosts fought back. Pasindu Sooriyabandara’s 92 and crucial 115-run partnership gave Sri Lanka the lead in the 2nd innings. Now India are shy of 4 wickets and need to chase down the target set by Sri Lanka in their 2nd innings. READ MORE<\/a><\/p>\n

The Day Ahead<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

1. GATE 2027 registration begins on August 27; applications close on September 27, 2026, with exams scheduled for February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027; the application fee per paper is \u20b92,000 for general candidates and \u20b91,000 for female, SC, ST and PwD candidates<\/p>\n

2. Earth is expected to face back-to-back geomagnetic storms on August 27 and 28, with the first forecast to be a minor G1 storm and the second potentially reaching moderate G2 strength; the storms could cause minor fluctuations in power grids and slight orbital drag for low-Earth-orbit satellites.<\/p>\n

3. Punjab braces for \u2018maha bandh\u2019 over DA dues; around 7.5 lakh govt employees & pensioners intensify protests over \u20b915,000 crore in long-pending dues, with OPS, regularisation of contractual and temporary staff, and implementation of the 6th Pay Commission among their key demands<\/p>\n

4. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE global launch on August 27; the event will be livestreamed in India at 5:30 pm IST, with the phone expected to start at \u20b965,990 and come in 8GB and 12GB RAM variants with 128GB and 256GB storage options.<\/p>\n

5. PM Modi will address young participants during the Khelo India Dialogue on August 27, with Yuva Samvaad as a key part of the programme, where youth participants will share their ideas on sports and youth development<\/p>\n

6. Red Fort blast case: NIA is expected to file a table detailing the role of each accused before Delhi\u2019s Rouse Avenue Court, which is likely to take cognisance of the chargesheet today; the blast killed 13 civilians and injured 32 others.<\/p>\n

7. The first look of Mumbai\u2019s famous Lalbaugcha Raja has been unveiled ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi; the 11-day festival attracts over a million devotees each day, including Bollywood celebrities, industrialists and political leaders. Also known as Navsacha Ganpati, or the \u2018fulfiller of wishes\u2019<\/p>\n

Visual Of The Day<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Flash Flood Fury: Torrents of mud and water surge through Gyirong Port on the Tibet-China border, forcing people to scramble for safety as floodwaters overwhelm the complex.<\/p>\n

Today In History<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Statement Of The Day<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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News With A Twist<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Woman travels abroad to visit cemeteries<\/strong><\/p>\n

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A woman travels across countries to photograph graves, while a 66-year-old grandmother races on a skateboard; these unusual stories are anything but ordinary.<\/p>\n

Elsewhere, a Chinese employee faced an unusual punishment, a buffalo\u2019s ownership will be decided through a DNA test, and 60 councillors were allegedly caught on camera taking an oath to share commissions. READ MORE<\/p>\n

News In Headlines<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

88 swelling lakes put 6 Indian states at Nepal-like risk READ MORE<\/a><\/p>\n

Tukaram Mundhe removes \u2018white towel\u2019 from his chair READ MORE<\/a><\/p>\n

At least 15 newborns killed in Pakistan hospital fire READ MORE<\/a><\/p>\n

‘Why were you silent on triple talaq?’ Kangana, Rahul, clash over Rakhi ad READ MORE<\/a><\/p>\n

New York Mayor Mamdani opposes Bhagwat\u2019s RSS event READ MORE<\/a><\/p>\n

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