Parinoor Sharma Kooner, an Indian woman in Canada, shares five surprising cultural differences she doesn’t miss about life in India. Her viral video sparks a nuanced discussion on public conduct, social etiquette, and traffic norms, offering a fresh perspective on cultural adaptation and identity for the Indian diaspora.

In Nepal’s Trishuli Valley, Principal Rajendra Dawadi’s quick thinking saved 1,643 children from a devastating flash flood triggered by a glacier collapse. Amidst widespread destruction and loss of life, his decisive actions prevented a far greater tragedy at Tribhuvan Trishuli Secondary School.

Five friends from Chhattisgarh narrowly escaped the devastating Nepal flash floods on August 26, crediting a spontaneous tea break with saving their lives. Stranded for two days, they witnessed the tragedy unfold before returning home, sharing a tale of survival and unexpected kindness amidst the disaster.

Nepal authorities have begun burying 229 unidentified bodies recovered from devastating floods in the Bhote Koshi River, primarily in Chitwan district. The decision, made due to rapid decomposition and escalating infection risks, follows the recovery of 626 bodies. DNA samples are being collected to aid future identification efforts, addressing a growing public health crisis.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, speaking in New York, reiterated his vision of an inclusive Hindu Rashtra, emphasizing that true Hindutva embraces all faiths and does not exclude Muslims. His remarks addressed long-standing questions about the organization’s stance on minorities amidst protests against his US visit, advocating for unity in diversity.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, for a state visit, receiving a special welcome from President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The leaders will discuss deepening cooperation in trade, defence, and digital connectivity, aiming to strengthen India’s strategic partnership with the Central Asian nation before Modi attends the SCO summit.

An Indian-origin couple from San Francisco recounts their miraculous survival during Nepal’s devastating flash floods near the Tibet border. Anjana Raja and Pattabiraman Venkatesan describe jumping from their bus and climbing 500 steps to escape a wall of water, highlighting the sheer terror and the profound human instinct to survive amidst widespread destruction.

President Donald Trump announced a "biggest oil deal in world history" with Venezuela, potentially granting the U.S. access to vast reserves. The agreement, negotiated by top officials, aims to address high gas prices and secure energy supplies, though experts caution about the long road to increased production.

Nepal authorities have begun burying 229 unidentified and unclaimed bodies recovered from devastating floods in the Bhote Koshi River, Chitwan. The decision, driven by rapid decomposition and infection risks, follows the recovery of 626 bodies. DNA samples are being collected for future identification, addressing a growing public health concern.

Experts are sounding alarms over China’s colossal 60,000-megawatt Medog Dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo, which becomes India’s Brahmaputra. Located in a highly seismic Himalayan zone, the project is dubbed a ‘water bomb’ following recent devastating floods near the Nepal-Tibet border. India faces significant risks to water security, ecology, and downstream communities.