Natural Disaster

Thailand’s capital faces severe flooding after more than 24 hours of rain, with roads blocked, hundreds evacuated and more rain forecast through Sunday.

Cyclone names are selected in advance by regional bodies, with a storm receiving a name only when it reaches the required intensity.

Japan warns of heavy rain, strong winds and landslides as Typhoon Dujuan approaches, while India's shooters secure another silver at the Asian Games.

According to residents, the mudslide occurred after incessant rainfall in the area. It is learnt that rocks and mud fell onto the shed occupied by the family.

Flash floods, triggered by an ice-rock avalanche near the Nepal-Tibet border on August 26, devastated towns and villages in northern and central Nepal.

The disaster shows why Himalayan hazards need to be assessed together, from their source to their potential impact downstream.

The Indian team has generated around 292 DNA profiles as efforts continue to identify victims of the floods.

The report highlights the growing impact of fine particulate matter, known as PM2.5, and ground-level ozone, pollutants linked to diseases.

Fujian activated a Level-III flood-control response and allocated ¥210 million for emergency rescue, relief and recovery after Typhoon Saudel.

According to the Ministry of Education data, the floods affected 22 schools across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading, with 12 institutions completely destroyed.

The World Health Organisation released emergency fund while India and US sent immediate humanitarian assistance to Nepal.