Date: 7 September 2026 Tags: Nepal, Natural Disasters, Flooding, Rescue Operations Summary: Nepal observed a national day of mourning for victims of the devastating Himalayan flash floods. At least 1,287 people have died in Nepal, while more than 5,000 remain missing. The disaster is believed to have been triggered by a glacial collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border. Flags were lowered to half mast as the traditional 13-day mourning period ended. Large government commemorations