Live: Nepal death toll crosses 1,200, nearly 4,900 still missing amid heavy rain

Download AppNewsWorldLive: Nepal death toll crosses 1,200, nearly 4,900 still missing amid heavy rainLive blogNepal Flash Flood Live Updates: The death toll from the devastating Nepal-Tibet flash floods has surged to 1,243, as rescuers battle heavy rain and debris. As many as 4,875 people remain missing a week after the floods devastated several towns and villages across the country, including 583 foreigners. The disaster has also triggered renewed discussions over the impact of climate change, with Nepal Prime Minister Balendra pushing for greater global accountability and compensation. The Indian Army has joined rescue efforts, while New Delhi has dispatched relief materials to the Himalayan nation. Stay tuned to IndiaToday.in for all the latest updates from flood-hit Nepal....Read MoreResidents pull a newly installed zipline to help people commute across the Trishuli river in the aftermath of flash floods. (Photo: AP)Sep 3, 2026 07:57 ISTNepal Floods: Death toll mounts to 1,243The death toll from last week’s devastating Nepal-Tibet flash floods has climbed to 1,243, with more bodies being recovered from the eight worst-hit districts as rescue teams continue to battle heavy rain, debris and difficult terrain. As many as 4,875 people remain missing, including 583 foreigners, a week after the disaster, according to Nepal Police. Security forces, including the Nepal Army, have so far rescued 11,993 people using helicopters and land routes, while around 21,314 personnel have been deployed for search-and-rescue operations. Sep 3, 2026 07:53 ISTNepal Flash Flood: Welcome to live coverageHello and welcome to India Today’s live coverage of the devastating flash floods that have ravaged Nepal.