Nepal Floods: Death Toll Crosses 1,000, 4,000 Missing; Loyal Dog Awaits Family in Dhunge

UPDATED: Sep 1, 2026 17:32 ISTFlash floods in Nepal have triggered widespread devastation, with the death toll crossing the four-figure mark as 1,003 bodies have been recovered so far. Authorities continue rescue operations on a war footing, having rescued 11,000 people, while around 4,000 people remain missing a week after the disaster. Amid the massive humanitarian crisis, heartbreaking scenes have emerged from Dhunge Bazaar, where a loyal dog named Lily refuses to leave the ruins of her former home, continuously searching and waiting for the missing people who cared for and fed her. Read MoreVIDEOS FROM OTHER SECTIONSLATEST VIDEOSMaharashtra: 22 Minor Girls Molested At Ashram School, POCSO Accused ArrestedA POCSO case has been registered against a school kitchen helper, Ganpat Gawli, after 22 minor girls from classes six to ten alleged sexual assault and molestation at a tribal boarding ashram school in Maharashtra. Gawli, who had previously been arrested in a 2024 POCSO case at Shahapur police station, was reinstated following a suspension and posted to another school. According to the investigation, the incident came to light after a student lodged a complaint on 23 August about inappropriate touch after mealtime, leading 21 more girls under the age of 18 to come forward with similar allegations. Police confirmed Gawli was arrested on 26 August as departmental inquiries and investigations continue.Supreme Court Quashes Protester FIRs, 5 September March Called Off & Government Fulfils AssurancesThe central government has reaffirmed its commitment to the assurances given to protesting students, following the Supreme Court order quashing cases against protesters across states. In response to these developments, the youth organisation announced the withdrawal of its proposed protest march scheduled for 5 September. The authorities held discussions with state administrations to ensure the withdrawal of registered police cases and prevent punitive action against youth who participated in demonstrations at Jantar Mantar. The administration highlighted that the progress, welfare, and overall development of the youth remain the foremost priority.India's GDP Growth Hits 7.8% in Q1; Political War of Words EruptsA political row has broken out over India's headline gross domestic product numbers after growth surged to 7.8 percent in the first quarter of the financial year. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the growth as a collective achievement amid global crises and disrupted supply chains, while hitting out at critics spreading despair. Meanwhile, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge contested the celebration, alleging high unemployment, rising retail inflation, and crony capitalism. The Bharatiya Janata Party responded by accusing the Congress of presenting a misleading picture of the national economy.SCO Summit Row: Shehbaz Sharif Shares Full Photo With PM Modi After Backlash Over Cropped FramePakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has entered damage control mode following widespread backlash for editing out Prime Minister Narendra Modi from an SCO group photograph. The Pakistan PMO had earlier shared a cropped version of the multilateral photo op that excluded the Indian Prime Minister. Facing intense criticism over the gesture, Shehbaz Sharif initiated a course correction by posting the complete photograph featuring all world leaders, including PM Modi, on his personal social media handle. Analysts observed that the official Pakistani Prime Minister handle had retained the edited image, while the personal handle reflected the complete line-up. The move raised questions regarding Pakistan's attitude and hospitality as an SCO host on an international multilateral stage.