
Nepal observed a national day of mourning for victims of a deadly flash flood disaster, with flags flown at half mast across the country, according to the BBC. The commemoration fell on the 13th day since the disaster, marking the final day of the traditional Hindu mourning period. The floods caused significant loss of life, prompting the government to declare the official observance to honour those who died.
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