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    Earthquake jolts parts of Northern Nepal; no damage reported: Official
    The quake, whose epicentre was reported at Juredunga in Rasuwa district, 130 km from Kathmandu, was reported at 9.44 am on Sunday. "The tremor was also felt in Kathmandu. However, there was no report of any damage so far," said the statement from the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre.
    Ayodhya: Faith and sewa inhabit tent cities for devotees
    Panchvati Ashray Sthal, one of the 'tent cities,' is welcoming devotees who are arriving in Ayodhya for the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple. The temple is being adorned with vividly hued marigold flowers made into streamers and garlands by a group of 800 gardeners from Gujarat. Organized by Svejal Vyas, a social worker from Gujarat, the gardeners have experience in decorating prominent temples like Kedarnath and Somnath. The tent cities, including Panchvati, have a capacity of 2,500 beds and provide free lodging and food to devotees.
    12 people killed, 23 injured in bus accident in Nepal
    "Twelve people were killed in the accident after a passenger bus fell into the Rapti River. Two Indians were among the dead," said the report. A total of 23 people were also injured in the accident. "All the injured were rushed to the Nepalgunj Medical Teaching Hospital in Kohalpur for treatment," said the Deputy Inspector of Police Sundar Tiwari.
    Nepal spinner Sandeep Lamichhane jailed for 8 years after being convicted of rape
    In September last year, an arrest warrant was issued by the Kathmandu police for Lamichhane, leading to his suspension as the Nepal captain by the Cricket Association of Nepal. Although he was playing in the Caribbean Premier League for Jamaica Tallawahs, the franchise released him with immediate effect, as he returned to Kathmandu, where he was arrested.
    Glimpses: EAM Jaishankar concludes his 2-day Nepal visit, meets top Nepalese leadership
    External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar concluded his Nepal visit on January 05. He shared glimpses of his 2-day visit to the country. Commencing on January 4, EAM Jaishankar embarked on his first visit of 2024, initiating discussions with Nepal President Ram C...
    EAM S Jaishankar plants sapling in Indian Embassy in Nepal, pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi
    Earlier today, EAM Jaishankar highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's idea of 'HIT' to foster bilateral ties between India and Nepal and reaffirmed his commitment to redefine the relationship with Nepal.
    • Nepal: EAM Jaishankar offers prayers at Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu
      EAM Jaishankar co-chaired with his Nepal counterpart NP Saud a "comprehensive and productive" meeting of the 7th India-Nepal Joint Commission, in which discussions focused on overall bilateral ties and covered a vast array of areas including land, rail and air connectivity projects, defence cooperation, security, energy, power and water resources.
      EAM S Jaishankar meets Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel in Kathmandu
      Earlier in the day, Jaishankar arrived in Nepal for his first visit of 2024. He stated that he looked forward to the engagements over the next two days. Nepal's Foreign Secretary and other senior officials also welcomed him at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced in a statement on X.
      Former Nepal cricket captain Lamichhane convicted of rape
      Lamichhane, 23, was once the poster boy for the rise of cricket in Nepal and the leg spinner's onfield success had boosted the sport's profile in the Himalayan republic. Last year he was accused of raping a 17-year-old girl in a Kathmandu hotel but was freed on bail in January and returned to the squad to compete in international tournaments.
      Nepal blames pilot error for January crash that killed 72
      The Yeti Airlines service was flying from Kathmandu to Pokhara, a gateway for religious pilgrims and trekkers, when it crashed on descent. The ATR 72 with 68 passengers and four crew plummeted into a steep gorge, smashed into pieces and burst into flames as it approached its destination. Six children and 15 foreigners were among those killed.
      Air India plane returned to Kathmandu after pilots heard noise during take-off: Official
      Air India's A321 aircraft returned to Kathmandu airport after pilots heard a noise during take-off and noticed an unserviceable door. The plane was cleared for take-off after following airworthiness protocols. The pilots suspected a tail strike and turned back, but it was later confirmed that there was no tail strike.
      Indian-origin community members in US flock to waterfronts to celebrate Chhath Puja
      Indian-origin communities in New Jersey and New York gathered at US waterfronts for the Chhath festival, celebrating with traditional rituals and offerings dedicated to the sun. Papaianni Park in Edison, New Jersey, saw adorned spaces where women in Indian attire performed rituals. Devotees fasted, worshipped the setting and rising sun, and on Monday morning, offered prayers to break the fast.
      Why does western Nepal face threat of a bigger earthquake?
      “There has been a collision between Indian and Eurasian plates going on underground for a long time which has accumulated tremendous energy,” Bharat Koirala, senior seismologist at the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre, Nepal, told PTI.
      Nepal earthquake: Tremors felt in Jharkhand and Bihar, no injuries reported
      The tremors were felt in Bihar's Patna, Katihar, Motihari and few other districts along the India-Nepal border. Ranchi, Hazaribag, Garhwa, Koderma, Ramgarh and some other parts of Jharkhand experienced mild tremors on Friday night.
      20 houses damaged in 6.1-magnitude earthquake in Nepal
      A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kathmandu, Nepal on Sunday. The tremors were felt in other districts as well. Several aftershocks were recorded following the initial jolt. While no casualties were reported, landslides occurred and some houses developed cracks. Nepal is prone to earthquakes due to its location on the ridge where the Tibetan and Indian tectonic plates meet.
      6.1 magnitude earthquake hits Nepal's Kathmandu Valley
      Earthquakes are common in Nepal which is situated on the ridge where the Tibetan and Indian tectonic plates meet and advance two meters closer to one another every century which results in pressure which is released in the form of earthquakes. A 7.8 magnitude earthquake and subsequent aftershocks killed around 9,000 people in 2015.
      Nepal: First batch of 254 students, stranded amid Israel-Hamas war, land in Kathmandu
      The Government of Nepal has announced further arrangements to bring back citizens from Israel, following the arrival of the first batch of evacuees in Kathmandu. A Nepal Airlines aircraft landed in Kathmandu, bringing back 254 Nepali students who were evacuated from Israel. The Nepali Embassy in Tel Aviv had registered citizens who wanted to be relocated to safer areas or return to Nepal. A total of 557 citizens have registered, with 503 wanting to return to Nepal.
      Nepalese students stranded in bunker in Israel ask govt to rescue them
      Nepali students stranded in a bunker in Israel due to rocket attacks by Hamas militants have sent a video message asking the Nepalese government for immediate evacuation. Some of the students were among 265 who went to Israel under a study program. Earlier, 17 Nepali students were caught in the attack, resulting in 10 deaths and four injuries. The government has been urged to take action to rescue the stranded students, and the Prime Minister has called a special meeting to discuss the situation. The opposition party has also requested intervention from the Israeli Prime Minister.
      Earthquake hits western Nepal
      An earthquake measuring 5.3 magnitude hit western parts of Nepal on Tuesday afternoon, according to the country's National Seismological Centre. No loss of life or property has been reported.
      Vistara to start Kathmandu-Delhi-Hong Kong flights from Nov 1
      A joint venture between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, Vistara currently has a fleet of 61 aircraft, including 46 Airbus A320neo, 10 Airbus A321 and 5 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. It has been flying regularly to 30 different destinations in the world.
      Nepal Airlines flight from Bhairahawa to Delhi starts but without passengers
      Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) began operating weekly flights from Bhairahawa to Delhi and Hong Kong via Kathmandu, but both flights departed without any passengers due to no bookings. Bhairahawa, located 400 km southwest of Kathmandu, is not a major city or business center, which is believed to be the reason for the lack of passengers. The Gautam Buddha International Airport, where the flights originated, was recently upgraded to an international airport.
      Nepal Airlines to operate flight from Bhairahawa to Delhi via Kathmandu
      Nepal's national flag carrier will operate a weekly flight from the Gautam Buddha International Airport in Bhairahawa to Delhi and Hong Kong, making Kathmandu a transit point. The ticket booking for the same has already started, according to Nepal Airlines spokesperson Ramesh Paudel.
      At least 7 people are dead after a bus carrying Indian pilgrims crashes in Nepal
      A bus carrying Hindu pilgrims from India crashed in Nepal which led to the death of at least seven occupants and leaving several others injured. Police said the victims included six Indian nationals and a Nepalese person.
      Nepal PM likely to sign power pact with China during Sept trip
      Nepal's Prime Minister Prachanda's visit to China in September could result in a power trading, according to sources in Kathmandu. A cross-border transmission line between China and Nepal via the district of Rasuwa is expected to be agreed upon. Nepal also wants to learn best practices in agriculture from China.
      Landslides, floods kill 38 so far as monsoon rains lash Nepal
      Landslides caused by heavy rain have killed at least one person, and blocked a major highway in Nepal this week, officials said on Tuesday, as the death toll from the annual monsoon rains nears 40. The rains, which lash the Himalayan nation from June to September, kill scores of people every year, and many more go missing as the monsoon triggers landslides and floods.
      Nepal's CPN-Maoist Centre delegation embarks on India visit 'to strengthen' ties with BJP
      "The purpose of our visit is mainly to strengthen party-to-party relationship between the BJP and the CPN-Maoist Centre," Bhushal told reporters at the Tribhuvan International Airport just before leaving Kathmandu for New Delhi.
      Raxaul-Kathmandu railway line promising & feasible: Final location survey report
      The proposed cross-border railway line connecting Raxaul City in India with Nepal's capital Kathmandu is promising and is feasible for building, according to the final location survey report on the USD 3 billion project, officials said on Thursday. India has handed over to Nepalese authorities for review and consideration a final location survey report of the cross-border railway line connecting Raxaul City in Bihar with Kathmandu, officials said.
      Adipurush Row: Nepal bans screening of Hindi films
      The screening of Om Raut-directed Adipurush has been halted nationwide, after the movie, a retelling of epic Ramayana, was banned in Kathmandu and Pokhara, reported PTI, citing reports. Police personnel were deployed across 17 halls in Kathmandu to ensure that no Hindi film was screened.
      Adipurush Dialogue Row: Kathmandu to halt screening of Hindi movies from Monday
      The screening of all Hindi movies will be banned in Nepal's capital Kathmandu from Monday over the "objectionable" words and depiction of Sita in the mythological epic film Adipurush, a top city official announced on Sunday.
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