Washed away bodies lead to problem of identification, morgue crunch
By Ramesh Kumar Paudel, Nabin Paudel, Deepak Pariyar & Samjhana Rasaili Families search overcrowded mortuaries for missing relatives as authorities struggle with decomposing remains, scarce forensic expertise and limited cold-storage capacity across central Nepal.
One killed, 13 injured as microbus crashes in Tanahun
By Samjhana Rasaili The microbus lost control and rammed into a wall and a parked vehicle along the Prithvi Highway.
Delays plague construction of signature bridges on Muglin–Pokhara road
By Samjhana Rasaili Both the Seti and Madi river bridges have completed only half their work despite the expiry of the three-year contract period.
Strike against ride-hailing disrupts life across Gandaki
By Samjhana Rasaili With transport services halted for three days, people in Tanahun stranded. Traders report financial losses.
Three dead as jeep plunges into Madi River in Tanahun
By Samjhana Rasaili Two others injured in the late-night accident on Saturday, police say.
Tanahun silkworm farming mere tokenism as farmers lose interest
By Samjhana Rasaili Environmental sensitivity, lack of proper infrastructure, and absence of a local market are key reasons behind farmers’ falling interest.
Teacher accused of inflicting brutal punishment
By Samjhana Rasaili Four children were allegedly hit with a heated metal spatula by a teacher at a Bhimad-based school. Teacher arrested and presented at court.
Stray cattle shelter in Tanahun becomes a haven for vultures
By Samjhana Rasaili Steady food supply from carcasses and tall trees support vulture growth in Shishuwa Bhateri.
Two killed in Tanahun motorcycle crash
By Samjhana Rasaili The deceased are mother and son, police say.
Nepali faces death sentence in Saudi Arabia
By Hom Karki & Samjhana Rasaili Murder convict Sahil BK, 26, awaits execution after victim’s family rejects blood money offer.
Two dead in Tanahun truck-Scorpio collision in Tanahun
By Samjhana Rasaili All four passengers in the Scorpio escaped unhurt, police said.
Deadline for Jamune-Pokhara road widening extended by a year, 35 percent progress so far
By Samjhana Rasaili Repeated deadline extensions have affected local residents and tourism in Pokhara, the lake city that is one of Nepal’s prime tourist destinations.
Nepal’s third storage-type project expected to be completed by May 2026
By Samjhana Rasaili The $505 million 140MW Tanahu hydropower project has reached 63 percent of the physical progress.
Bandipur, a hill station where time stands still
By Samjhana Rasaili Tourists have started returning to Bandipur to observe its traditional art and culture, feast their eyes on natural views, and enjoy a clean environment.
Prithvi Highway’s Anbukhaireni-Pokhara section widening drags on despite deadline extensions
By Samjhana Rasaili Local residents living along and near the road complain of persistent dust and downturn in business.