Four more contractors issued notices as authorities move to blacklist defaulters.

Ministry directive to close illegal units freezes supply of materials as authorities begin inspections.

The earthquake in 2023 damaged 480 water projects across three districts of Karnali province. In Jajarkot alone, 145 drinking water projects were destroyed and 106 damaged.

Contractor seeks another extension as delays pile up from design changes to material shortages.

Failed contracts and rejected bids keep Rukum West–Jajarkot connection stranded as locals rely on suspension bridge.

Despite vast hydropower potential, Karnali struggles with chronic power shortages as stalled mega projects, weak infrastructure, and unreliable supply leave most households dependent on alternative energy sources.

Some opt for private tuition away from their villages paying high costs.

Protests erupt nationwide demanding justice for the Birendranagar teenager, who was found dead Saturday.

Family says it will not receive body until justice is delivered.

Teacher shortages, mass dropouts and migration undermine learning despite rising investment in the province.

172 women have died in nine years due to delayed maternal care. Staff shortages have left most specialist posts vacant and ICU equipment unused.

Commercial production hinges on well testing, say officials.

Families have endured freezing winters, rising debts, and reconstruction delays for over two years.

Some candidates are in cities to meet voters who left due to chill while others have yet to reach high-altitude areas.

Humla has 60 polling stations and 64 polling centres, with a total of 34,502 registered voters.