Indian nationals

August 26, 2026 9:54 PM

Nearly 100 killed, over 750 missing in Nepal flash floods

Nearly 100 people were killed and over 750, including 133 Indian nationals, remain missing after a massive flash flood originating in Tibet swept through central Nepal on Wednesday, devastating several towns and villages, washing away critical bridges, and crippling a dozen hydropower projects. Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal told the parliament that an earthquake hit the Tibet region at 8:37 am (local time) and the flash floods were reported three minutes later, suggesting the tremors may...

August 26, 2026 9:35 PM

Centre closely monitoring Nepal flood situation; border areas in Bihar, UP on high alert

The Centre is closely monitoring the situation arising from flash floods in Nepal, with the impact expected to travel downstream into India through the Gandak river, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said on Wednesday. Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with the Chief Ministers of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh to review preparedness and measures in areas along the India-Nepal border that could be affected by the rising water levels. In a post on X, HM Shah described the devastation caused by the f...

August 26, 2026 9:25 PM

President Murmu, V-P Radhakrishnan express grief over loss of lives in Nepal floods

India on Wednesday expressed solidarity with Nepal following devastating flash floods that swept through central districts bordering Tibet, with President Droupadi Murmu conveying her deepest sympathies to Nepalese President Ramchandra Paudel and the people of the neighbouring country. President Murmu said India stands ready to support the Nepal government’s relief and rescue efforts for those affected by the calamity. "I convey my deepest sympathies to Rt Hon President Mr. Ramchandra Paudel...

August 26, 2026 9:23 PM

Embassy coordinating with Nepal govt for rescue of Indians affected by flash floods: MEA

The Embassy of India in Kathmandu is closely coordinating with government of Nepal for the early rescue and relief of Indian nationals affected by flash floods in the Himalayan nation on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs said. The embassy earlier in the day issued emergency phone numbers for those seeking assistance and information related to Indian nationals affected by the calamity. "Embassy of India in Nepal is closely coordinating with Government of Nepal for the early rescue and...

August 26, 2026 5:49 PM

Nepal floods: PM Modi speaks to Balendra Shah, offers humanitarian assistance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday spoke to his Nepalese counterpart Balendra Shah and conveyed condolences on the loss of lives due to the floods there and told him that India is ready to provide all possible humanitarian assistance to the neighbouring country. Modi also said that people of India stand in solidarity with their sisters and brothers in Nepal at this difficult time. A sudden, massive flood swept through two central Nepal districts bordering Tibet killing four people, caus...

August 26, 2026 5:51 PM

Nepal floods: 105 Indians, 37 NRIs among nearly 400 missing near Tibet border

At least 105 Indians and 37 NRIs are among the nearly 400 persons missing after the devastating flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district bordering Tibet swept through villages and damaged critical infrastructure on Wednesday, officials said. Most of the Indians were headed for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra in Tibet. A sudden, massive flood swept through two central Nepal districts bordering Tibet killing four people, causing extensive devastation at settlements along the river and damaging at l...

June 23, 2026 11:29 AM

12 Indian nationals killed in Qatar gas facility explosion; EAM Jaishankar expresses condolences

Twelve Indian nationals were killed in a devastating explosion at a gas processing facility in Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, one of the deadliest accidents in the global gas industry in more than two decades. Confirming the casualties, the Embassy of India in Doha said Qatari authorities had informed it that 12 Indian nationals lost their lives in the incident, which occurred on Sunday night. The embassy expressed condolences to the bereaved families and said efforts were underway to assi...

January 14, 2026 7:17 PM

Indian nationals strongly advised to avoid travel to Iran until further notice: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday strongly advised Indian nationals to avoid travel to Iran until further notice, citing the deteriorating security situation and continuing protests in the country. “In view of the ongoing developments in Iran, Indian nationals are once again strongly advised to avoid travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran until further notice,” the MEA said. The advisory follows an earlier warning issued by the Government of India on January 5, amid growin...

September 26, 2025 7:42 PM

2,417 Indian nationals have been deported or repatriated from US since January 2025: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said that 2,417 Indian nationals have been deported or repatriated from the United States since January 2025. During the weekly media briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated India's firm stance against illegal migration, emphasising commitment to promoting legal pathways for migration. "The number of deportations that have happened from the United States since January; 2417 Indian nationals are deported or repatriated from the United Sta...

September 11, 2025 12:45 PM

‘Stay away from any offers’: India warns citizens against joining Russian Army

India on Thursday issued an advisory cautioning its citizens against joining the Russian Army, following reports that several Indians who had travelled to Moscow were being pushed into combat roles in the ongoing war in Ukraine. “We have seen reports about Indian nationals having been recruited recently into the Russian Army. The Government has, on several occasions over the past year, underlined the risks and dangers inherent in such actions and cautioned Indian citizens accordingly,” the ...