{
  "id": 10222525,
  "title": "Search for 55 Malaysians missing in Nepal to end soon [WATCH]",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/search-for-55-malaysians-missing-in-nepal-to-end-soon-watch",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-27T11:13:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/1542416/search-55-malaysians-missing-nepal-end-soon-watch"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The search and rescue operation for the 55 Malaysians still missing in Nepal is nearing its conclusion, eliciting a range of reactions from their families. While some expressed gratitude for the government's efforts, others left the briefing with Foreign Ministry officials seeking more concrete answers regarding their loved ones' fate. Divya Varshini Krishnan, a 29-year-old family member, appreciated the government's meeting with the families but felt some information was already publicized in the media. She questioned the clarity of legal matters, particularly the seven-year waiting period before a death certificate could be issued. Divya emphasized that families required a definitive update on the outcome of their loved ones, urging Chinese authorities to examine DNA samples of the remaining missing Malaysians instead of focusing solely on those confirmed to have crossed into China. Adura Masood, the wife of the missing Dr Padzil Daros, accepted the outcome and commended the efforts of Nepalese authorities and Smart Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (Smart). Dr Padzil was among nine Malaysians who participated in a trekking expedition when they went missing. The day-long briefing, attended by 105 family members, began at 10:30 am and concluded at 3 pm. Identification efforts through DNA testing continue in Putrajaya, utilizing samples provided by the families.",
  "summary": "PUTRAJAYA: With the search and rescue (SAR) operation for Malaysians still missing in Nepal expected to end soon, reactions from family members ranged from acceptance to dissatisfaction.",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "10 killed, four missing as landslides, floods batter Nepal",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/10-killed-four-missing-as-landslides-floods-batter-nepal",
        "published": "2026-09-27T10:49:03.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}