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Nepal observes national day of mourning for victims of flash flood disaster

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Nepal has observed a national day of mourning for the victims of a catastrophic flash flood disaster, coinciding with the 13th day and conclusion of the traditional Hindu mourning period. Across the country, national flags were flown at half-mast to mark the solemn occasion.

The Himalayan floods resulted in a massive death toll, with reports indicating more than 1,300 people were killed in the disaster.

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BBC World (GB) Focuses on the cultural and religious timing of the mourning period.
Al Jazeera (QA) Emphasizes the specific death toll of over 1,300 victims.
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