Indonesia is facing major air-travel disruption after Mount Anak Krakatau erupted, sending volcanic ash soaring up to 50,000 feet and blanketing parts of Java and Sumatra. The eruption has forced seven airports to close, including two serving the Jakarta region. Nearly 2,961 flights have been delayed, diverted or cancelled, affecting around 341,000 travellers. 

A devastating flash flood in Nepal's Rasuwa district has triggered a massive search-and-rescue operation after the Bhote Koshi River suddenly surged through the region. A preliminary list prepared by the Nepal Tourism Board says 384 travellers are reported missing, including 105 Indian nationals. The list includes 291 foreign nationals and 93 Nepali nationals whose whereabouts are being verified. The disaster has reportedly killed at least seven people, while 25 people have been rescued so far. Nepal Army, Armed Police Force and Nepal Police personnel have been deployed, with 14 helicopters involved in search-and-rescue efforts.