Upper Dolpa medical emergencies are marred by high costs and delays
People in the isolated mountain region are forced to rely on costly helicopter evacuations that require special permissions and are often delayed by red tape.
People in the isolated mountain region are forced to rely on costly helicopter evacuations that require special permissions and are often delayed by red tape.
Temporary posts moved to district headquarters as extreme cold raises risk to personnel.
Heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures force schools in upper Dolpa to shut for half the year.
Nepali Army helicopter airlifts officers after they were stranded for 36 hours on the Naumdo–Dho trail.
Absence of communication facilities between Suligard and Sainjhal has caused hardship for residents and visitors in one of Karnali’s key tourist destinations
A total of 19,537 tourists have visited the iconic turquoise lake over the past five years, official says.
Authorities urge caution as river levels rise.
Sudden midnight disaster causes over Rs18 million in losses; no human or livestock casualties reported.
Thousands risk their lives each season, but traders say Chinese buyers call the shots on price. Also, overharvesting has worsened yields in recent years.
Most students, parents, and even teachers have headed to the highlands in search of quick cash from the prized caterpillar fungus.
Villagers rely on affordable motorcycles from across the border to get around.
There have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage.