1. Nepal declares September 7 a national day of mourning for Rasuwa flood victims

Nepal declares September 7 a national day of mourning for Rasuwa flood victims

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  • Nepal's government decided to observe a national day of mourning on 7 September for Rasuwa flood victims.
  • The date marks the 13th day after the devastating Bhotekoshi River flood in Rasuwa, per Hindu mourning tradition.
  • Minister Sasmit Pokharel confirmed the decision, honouring those who lost their lives in the disaster.
  • The national flag will be flown at half-mast at government offices and Nepali missions abroad on that day.

Source: myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com

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