Floods and Landslides Claim 70 Lives Across India and Nepal

Monsoon downpours have triggered devastating floods and landslides across India and Nepal, resulting in at least 70 deaths. In India, Uttar Pradesh bore the brunt with 56 fatalities, extensive crop damage, and over 1,000 damaged homes following heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Nepal reported 14 deaths, 11 missing, and potential flash flood risks across 49 districts. Power and telecommunications have been severely disrupted in multiple regions, and an avalanche at the Himlung Himal base camp left 10 local workers missing. Authorities in both nations are actively conducting rescue operations, assessing damages, and providing emergency relief to affected populations.