AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoNepal-Tibet Flood Crisis: Flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border killed hundreds and left about 1,500 missing, with reports pointing to a glacier collapse and debris flow rather than an earthquake—prompting calls for stronger Himalayan early-warning and cross-border disaster response. Bhutan in the Disaster Zone: Bhutanese pilgrims in Nepal are reported safe, with no Bhutanese casualties confirmed; searches continue around the Gyirong entry area used by travellers. Local Safety & Cybercrime: Royal Bhutan Police data shows nearly 160 cyber-related incidents last year, mostly fraud and harassment carried out through everyday smartphones. Connectivity & Payments: Bank of Baroda launched UPI Global Reverse Acceptance, letting eligible international visitors (including from Nepal and Bhutan) pay at Indian merchants using their home payment apps. Business & Innovation: A global startup programme, EASY Residency, is holding a major phase in Thimphu, with founders pitching ideas on cross-border payments and AI. Sports: India were drawn into Group E for AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers, with matches in Malaysia from Nov 11–20.
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