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A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Nepal’s Mustang district on Tuesday night, with tremors felt in neighbouring districts but no immediate damage reported. Separately, a landslide blocked the Kimrung River, prompting flood warnings and evacuation advice for downstream communities

Nepal is racing to restore roads and bridges destroyed by devastating flash floods, seeking temporary bridges from India and China. The disaster killed 1,356 people and left nearly 5,000 missing, while infrastructure damage is estimated at NPR 30 billion, complicating rescue efforts

India has rescued 158 nationals following devastating flash floods in Nepal and stepped up relief and rescue operations in coordination with Nepalese authorities. Indian forensic and tunnel rescue teams are assisting local authorities as thousands remain missing across affected areas.

Nepal’s flood death toll has climbed to 903, with 4,247 people still unaccounted for, including 592 foreigners. Chitwan recorded the highest number of recovered bodies. Authorities are conducting DNA sampling, search and rescue operations, with thousands of security personnel deployed

The death toll from devastating flash floods in Nepal has reached 616, with hundreds still missing. Search and rescue operations are continuing across affected districts, while Nepal has agreed to limited international assistance. India has also sent humanitarian aid and rescue teams.

Maharashtra residents stranded in flood-hit Nepal have safely returned to India following coordinated evacuation efforts. The citizens thanked the Maharashtra government for its assistance, while Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.

Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force officials arrested a 47-year-old Nepalese national for allegedly murdering an unidentified man at Huppuguda Railway Station. Police said the accused attacked the victim with stones after suspecting him of stealing his bag.

A cargo train carrying 40 containers of imported mustard arrived in Nepal's Biratnagar directly from Kolkata Port for the first time. The rail service is expected to reduce transportation time and logistics costs for industrialists and importers in eastern Nepal.

A Turkish Airlines Airbus A330 caught fire on landing at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport, forcing a temporary shutdown. All 277 passengers were safely evacuated without injuries as emergency crews controlled the blaze and authorities investigated the runway incident

Former Nepal prime minister KP Sharma Oli was elected CPN-UML chairman for a third consecutive term with a two-thirds majority at the party’s 11th general convention, consolidating his dominance despite his recent ouster from government after student-led protests

Nepal celebrated New Year 1146 on Wednesday according to the indigenous Nepal Sambat calendar, with cultural events and Mha Puja rituals. Vice President Yadav extended wishes, as the government announced plans to print Nepal Sambat dates on national banknotes

Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki assumed office as Nepal’s interim Prime Minister, declaring Gen Z protest victims martyrs and announcing Rs 1 million compensation per family. Her government dissolved parliament amid unrest that left 72 dead, sparking sharp criticism from political parties

Nepal is preparing to appoint former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as interim Prime Minister amid nationwide youth-led protests against corruption. Her selection follows days of political negotiations as unrest intensifies, with 34 people killed and over 1,000 injured in clashes.

At least three inmates were killed in Nepal during clashes with security forces, while over 15,000 prisoners escaped from more than 25 jails amid anti-government protests. Authorities, including the army, are working to recapture escapees and restore order.

Following Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s resignation amid deadly protests, the Nepal Army imposed nationwide restrictive orders and a curfew to prevent further violence. Kathmandu remains under lockdown, with flights suspended, arrests made, and the UN urging restraint and investigation

The Andhra Pradesh government has set up an Emergency Cell at Andhra Bhavan, New Delhi, to assist Telugu citizens stranded in unrest-hit Nepal. Officials are coordinating with the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu, providing food, shelter, and medical aid to affected families.

Protests in Nepal intensified after a social media ban, with demonstrators setting fire to homes of top political leaders, including the president and prime minister. Nineteen people were killed during clashes, prompting curfews, a minister’s resignation, and widespread public outrage

Student-led anti-government protests erupted across Kathmandu and Lalitpur, defying curfews. Demonstrators opposed Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, vandalized leaders' homes, and protested social media bans. Clashes turned violent, leaving 19 dead, 300 injured, prompting army deployment and Home Minister's resignation

The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra will reopen in 2025 after a five-year break due to COVID-19 and border tensions. Southern Travels has launched three packages for Indian pilgrims, offering both overland and helicopter-assisted routes via Kathmandu and Lucknow

The qualification event for this year’s Youth Asian Championships saw the Indian contingent dominate across various categories yesterday.