Relentless rain triggers floods, landslides across Nepal
Floodwaters sweep away six houses in Butwal, major rivers cross danger marks in Chitwan and landslides disrupt highways and roads in several districts.
Floodwaters sweep away six houses in Butwal, major rivers cross danger marks in Chitwan and landslides disrupt highways and roads in several districts.
Swollen Narayani and Saptakoshi rivers submerge hundreds of homes in Nawalparasi West and Saptari, forcing rescues. Landslides and road erosion cut off vital routes, including Prithvi and BP highways.
Persistent rain has blocked or restricted several major roads, with authorities imposing overnight closures and warning travellers of further landslide risks.
Authorities suspend night-time transport, close schools and urge people to postpone travel as heavy rainfall raises the risk of floods and landslides.
Internal disputes over budget allocations have delayed deliberations in Sudurpaschim, Lumbini, Karnali and Koshi, while Madhesh prepares to begin debate 17 days after unveiling its spending plan.
Water shortages, nationwide shortages of fertilisers and seeds, and mounting production costs shave farmer profits off paddy cultivation.
Delayed supply, inadequate stock and annual distribution bottlenecks force many farmers to queue for days or cross into Indian markets.
Rastriya Swatantra Party’s FPTP wins saw 42 defectors knock seasoned leaders from major parties.
Long-established politicians were defeated and traditional parties displaced as RSP gained sweeping nationwide influence.
Transport services are suspended on nearly a dozen road sections. Thick snow has largely confined local people indoors.
The process of securing relief is so long and arduous that many survivors simply give up.
Most courts are functioning with makeshift arrangements, minimal equipment and loss of documents that could take years to recover.
Authorities warn the public to stay alert and report any suspicious activities immediately.
Some offices are operating from tents with borrowed laptops and furniture. Officials say normalcy will return soon.
Victims’ families seek justice, answers, and compensation after Monday’s massacre.