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Nepal-Tibet Flood 2026: What Happened, Death Toll and Missing, and What It Means for Travelers
A flash flood tore through the Bhote Koshi River on Nepal's border with Tibet on 26 August 2026, killing hundreds and leaving nearly 1,400 people missing after a suspected glacial lake outburst. The disaster hit Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts hardest, destroying bridges, roads, and hydropower infrastructure. Here's what happened, who's affected, and what it means for travelers planning trips to Nepal.
Nirmal Purja (Nimsdai): Complete Biography, Mountaineering Achievements & Expeditions
Nirmal Purja also known as Nimsdai, was a famous Nepalese mountaineer and former Gurkha soldier who became globally known for climbing all 14 mountains above 8000 meters in just six months and six days. His courage, discipline, teamwork and record-breaking achievements made him an inspiration in Himalayan mountaineering motivating every Himalayan trekker around the world proving nothing is impossible if you dare to dream and do it. In tribute to the greatest mountaineer of this generation who recently passed in the Broad Peak incident.