{
  "id": 3502562,
  "title": "11 Malaysians unreachable after floods in Nepal: Wisma Putra",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/11-malaysians-unreachable-after-floods-in-nepal-wisma-putra",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-26T12:15:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/08/1519374/11-malaysians-unreachable-after-floods-nepal-wisma-putra"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "The Malaysian Embassy in Kathmandu has lost contact with 11 Malaysian citizens believed to be in Nepal's Rasuwa district following severe flooding. According to Wisma Putra, the loss of communication is thought to be caused by disruptions to communication networks and electricity supplies resulting from the disaster. The Embassy is coordinating with local authorities and search and rescue teams to locate the affected Malaysians.\n\nThe floods in Nepal have caused significant damage and loss of life. At least 19 people have been killed, and nearly 400 people, including 105 Indians and 37 NRIs, have been reported missing. The floods affected two central Nepalese districts along the Tibet border, causing widespread destruction in settlements along the river.\n\nWisma Putra has advised Malaysians residing in or travelling through Nepal, particularly those near the affected regions, to remain vigilant and prioritise their personal safety. Malaysians can register and update their contact details via the e-Konsular portal for consular assistance.",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/after-nepal-flash-floods-tourism-board-says-105-indian-travellers",
        "published": "2026-08-26T10:10:48.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Nepal floods kill 16; 105 Indians among 384 US, UK tourists reported missing",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/nepal-floods-kill-16-105-indians-among-384-us-uk-tourists-reported",
        "published": "2026-08-26T11:07:21.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "384 tourists, including foreigners, out of contact after Nepal floods",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/384-tourists-including-foreigners-out-of-contact-after-nepal-floods",
        "published": "2026-08-26T11:50:05.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Dawn",
        "title": "19 killed, 384 travellers missing in Nepal floods at China border; 'major casualties' reported in Tibet mudslide",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/19-killed-384-travellers-missing-in-nepal-floods-at-china-border",
        "published": "2026-08-26T12:17:46.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Al Jazeera",
        "title": "Photos: Avalanche floods kill eight, hundreds missing in Nepal’s Himalayas",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/photos-avalanche-floods-kill-eight-hundreds-missing-in-nepals",
        "published": "2026-08-26T12:22:53.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yonhap News",
        "title": "(2nd LD) 8 S. Koreans missing, 10 stranded in flood in Nepal",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/2nd-ld-8-s-koreans-missing-10-stranded-in-flood-in-nepal",
        "published": "2026-08-26T12:43:58.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "8 Koreans missing, 10 stranded in flood in Nepal",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/8-koreans-missing-10-stranded-in-flood-in-nepal",
        "published": "2026-08-26T12:57:03.000Z"
      }
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  "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."
}