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05 Oct

40 People De*ad in Disasters Across Nepal in the Last Two Days

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In the past two days, a total of 40 people have died across Nepal due to various disasters. The Armed Police Force of Nepal reported that 13 people were injured in incidents including floods, landslides, lightning strikes, and road accidents. Additionally, 11 people are reported missing due to these disasters. In Ilam district alone, 28 people lost their lives and two were seriously injured due to floods and landslides, according to the Armed Police Force. Shailendra Thapa, Deputy Spokesperson of the Armed Police Force, provided a breakdown of the deaths in Ilam: five in Suryodaya Municipality, six in Ilam Municipality,…

05 Oct

Gold Price Hits Record High in Nepal

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The price of gold in Nepal has reached a new record. On Sunday, the price of gold increased by NPR 7,400 per tola in a single day. Before the Dashain holiday, on Ashoj 12, gold was traded at NPR 223,200 per tola. On Sunday, the price rose to NPR 230,600 per tola, marking the highest ever value. According to the Nepal Gold and Silver Traders’ Association, silver prices have also risen. On Sunday, silver increased by NPR 120 per tola, reaching NPR 2,930 per tola.

05 Oct

Kosi Barrage Water Flow Exceeds 486,000 Cusecs

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In Sunsari, the water flow at the Kosi Barrage has surpassed 486,000 cusecs. Security officials reported that the water level has risen up to the bridge of the barrage on the Saptakoshi River. At 10:30 AM, the water flow was measured at 486,760 cusecs per hour. All 56 gates of the Kosi Barrage have been opened. According to the Provincial Police Office, both canals have been closed as the water flow increased. Authorities have warned nearby residents to stay alert as the Saptakoshi River has exceeded the caution level. Movement of vehicles and people on the barrage has been restricted.…

05 Oct

Landslide in Ilam’s Suryodaya Municipality-1 Claims 5 Lives

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In Ilam’s Suryodaya Municipality-1, Mane Bhanjyang, a landslide buried a house, resulting in the deaths of five people. According to police, four bodies were recovered from the house of local resident Raju Karki. On Sunday morning, the police team recovered the four bodies at around 4:50 AM, and one person who was injured while being taken for treatment died on the way, the police reported.

05 Oct

Floods from Mai River Displace Hundreds in Jhapa

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Continuous rainfall has caused flooding from the Mai River in various wards of Jhapa Rural Municipality and Shivasatakshi Municipality, displacing hundreds of families, police reported. In Jhapa Rural Municipality Ward No. 2, Suga Bathan, floodwaters entered the village, displacing 56 households. They were rescued and relocated to a nearby school, according to the District Police Office, Jhapa. Flooding has also affected Wards No. 1, 6, and 7 of Jhapa Rural Municipality, with dozens of families at risk of displacement. In Shivasatakshi Municipality Wards No. 4, 5, 6, and 7, around 350 households have been affected by the flood. Police and…

05 Oct

50 Gates of Koshi Barrage Opened as Sapta Koshi River Flow Increases

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Due to continuous rainfall, the flow of the Sapta Koshi River has increased, prompting the opening of 50 gates of the Koshi Barrage. Police spokesperson Yograj Khatriwad informed that when the river flow reached 335,000 cubic feet per second (cusec), 50 of the 56 gates of the barrage were opened. According to him, the river flow was measured at 8:15 a.m. today. Earlier, at 7:00 a.m., the flow had reached 271,310 cusec, leading to the opening of 39 gates. On Saturday evening at 8:00 p.m., when the flow was measured at 193,060 cusec, 15 gates were opened. On Bhadra 17…

05 Oct

Stock Market Closed Today and Tomorrow Due to Continuous Heavy Rain

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The stock market will remain closed today and tomorrow following the government’s decision to declare October 5 and 6 (Asoj 19 and 20) as public holidays due to continuous heavy rainfall. The market, which was expected to resume regular trading after the long Dashain holiday, has been closed again because of adverse weather conditions. Considering the nationwide impact of the relentless rain, the government has decided to close financial institutions, government offices, and educational institutions for two days. Investors had anticipated increased activity in the market following Dashain, but continuous disruptions have heightened uncertainty among them. However, experts say that…

05 Oct

Landslides in Ilam After Continuous Rain Ki*ll 2, Over 15 Missing

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Following continuous rainfall, landslides in Ilam have resulted in the deaths of two people, while more than 15 others are missing. Several areas in Ilam have been affected by landslides triggered by the heavy rain. In Ilam Municipality–6, Ghos, the house of Dambar Bahadur Pakhrin was buried by a landslide, killing two people and leaving three others missing. Two injured individuals have been taken to the hospital, according to police. In Maijogmai Rural Municipality–6, five members of Barmalal Sogmi’s family are missing, and another five people are missing in Mansebung. In Shandakpur Rural Municipality–3, a mother and daughter from Sulubung…

05 Oct

Continuous Rain Causes Flood Risk in Birgunj Metropolitan City

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Due to heavy rainfall since Saturday, most wards of Birgunj Metropolitan City are facing a high risk of flooding. Rajeshman Singh, Mayor of Birgunj Metropolitan City, informed that continuous heavy rain has caused waterlogging problems in various parts of the city. “The heavy and continuous rainfall has led to drainage issues. However, no loss of life or property has been reported so far due to flooding,” he said. He added, “In all 32 wards of the metropolitan city, some areas are experiencing water accumulation due to improper drainage.” With rising water levels in the Sirsiya River, high alert has been…

05 Oct

Long-Distance Vehicles from Kathmandu Remain Restricted Due to Rain and Landslides

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As of this morning, long-distance vehicles from Kathmandu are still prohibited from traveling outside the valley. Although the situation within the Kathmandu Valley is relatively normal, roads leading out of the valley have not yet returned to safe conditions, prompting the continued restriction. SP Naresh Raj Subedi, spokesperson for the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office, stated that no long-distance vehicles have been allowed to depart from any checkpoints in Kathmandu today. Ticket bookings for travelers have also been temporarily halted. Passengers who had already purchased bus tickets have been refunded, SP Subedi confirmed. Due to heavy rain, floods, and landslides,…