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Ramgopalpur Municipality-2 Ward Chairman Mukesh Kumar Yadav of Mahottari district died in a road accident.

DSP Lal Prasad Jaiswar, spokesperson at the District Police Office, Mahottari said that Yadav died when a motorbike (Lumbini Province 01-001 Pa 6362) he was riding met with an accident this morning.

His body was found near a culvert at Bardibas Municipality-8 along Jaleshwor-Bardibas road section.

Yadav was elected as ward chairperson from the CPN (Maoist Center).

Two persons died in a landslide at Tokarpur Lekhkharka in Doramba Sailung Rural Municipality-3 of Ramechhap district.

Inspector Kailash Neupane, Information Officer at the District Police Office, Ramechhap, informed that two persons died after the landslide triggered by incessant rainfall swept away two houses in the district on Saturday.

“The bodies of two persons have been found. Their identities are yet to be ascertained. A person was rescued with injuries. Efforts are underway to search for others,” he said.

According to locals, eight to 10 persons are missing in the landslide.

The mudslide washed away four houses and a bridge in Doramba Rural Municipality.

Tokarpur residents have been left panic stricken following the landslide.

Locals of 1, 2 and 3 have been affected after the landslide that occurred last night.

More details are awaited.

Araniko and Helambu Highways have been obstructed due to dry landslides at Bhumlu Rural Municipality-8 of Kavrepalanchowk along Araniko Highway and Panchkhal Municipality-4 along Araniko highway.

According to the District Police Office, both highways have been obstructed due to dry landslides that occurred this morning.

Efforts to resume vehicular movement along both highways are underway.

DSP Raj Kumar Shrestha said that small vehicles have been sent to their destinations using alternative routes. 

There is the influence of monsoon wind across the country and the weather is partly to generally cloudy at present. 

According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, light to moderate rainfall with lightning is taking place at some places of Karnali and Sudurpaschim Provinces.

There will be generally cloudy weather throughout the country this afternoon, added the Department. Light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is likely to occur at some places of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim Provinces and one or two places of Madhes Province.

Similarly, heavy rainfall is also likely to occur at one or two places of Koshi, Bagmati and Sudurpaschim Provinces.

Likewise, it will be partly to generally cloudy weather in Koshi, Bagmati, Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces tonight while light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning has been forecast in the remaining provinces.

Heavy rainfall is likely to occur at one or two places of Koshi, Bagmati, Lumbini and Madhes Provinces. The Department has forecast light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning at few places of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim Provinces and one or two places of Madhes Province.

Stating that there is also possibility of heavy rainfall at one or two places of Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati and Sudurpaschim Provinces, the Department urged the general public of these places to remain alert.

Pilgrims heading towards Kailash Manasarovar have been stranded after rainfall damaged the road towards the Chinese side.

Chief District Officer of Rasuwa, Bed Nidhi Khanal, said the flood in Kerung rivulet, five kilometers towards north China from Miteri bridge of Rasuwagadhi,, obstructed the road resulting in the obstruction of vehicular movement.

Around 500 pilgrims on their way to Nepal after visiting Kailash Manasarovar have been stranded at Kerung and around 100 pilgrims heading towards Kailash Manasarovar at Rasuwagadhi following the disruption of transport. 

Nepal Police and APF 20 no. Company, Rasuwa, have been coordinating with each other to support stranded pilgrims, he shared. 

Kerung Administration has been requested to take initiatives to resume the vehicular movement and facilitate the pilgrims heading towards Kailash Manasarovar, added Khanal.

I’m a young girl planning to pursue a medical degree in future. I just appeared for the entrance exam but the recent news in India about sexual violence has made me feel discouraged and worried about my safety. I have experienced harassment on public transport and know friends who have faced abuse as a child. How do I protect myself and support others who have been through similar experiences?

Answered by Dr Rika Rijal, consultant psychiatrist

Your concerns are valid, and it’s commendable that you’re thinking about your safety as well as the well-being of others. If something feels off or unsafe, trust that feeling. Don’t hesitate to leave the situation or seek help. You need to trust your instincts. You can also learn self-defense by enrolling in classes. This can empower you physically and mentally, giving you the confidence to handle uncomfortable situations. It’s important to be aware of your surroundings and stay alert.

Be aware of your legal rights and the resources available to you. Nepal has laws in place to protect women from sexual harassment and assault. Speaking out and seeking support are important. If you experience harassment, report it to the authorities or someone you trust. Don’t feel guilty or ashamed. What happened to you is not your fault.

When it comes to supporting others, be a listener. If someone confides in you about their experiences, listen without judgment. Your support can make a significant difference. Also, encourage them to speak with a mental health professional who specializes in trauma. Educate yourself and others about consent and boundaries. Share information on social media to help prevent abuse. There are numerous organizations and hotlines dedicated to supporting victims of sexual abuse. Don’t hesitate to contact them for help or advice.

About your dilemma to continue your pursuit of medicine, don’t let your fear stop you from achieving your goals. Your ambition to become a doctor is vital not only for your future but also for the countless lives you will impact. As a future medical professional, you will be in a unique position to advocate for mental and physical health, including the impact of sexual violence. Consider specializing in psychiatry, gynecology, or other fields where you can directly support victims and contribute significantly to a change in the society.

Sexual harassment and abuse are serious issues, but remember that you aren’t alone. By staying informed, vigilant, and supportive, you can protect yourself and others while pursuing your dreams.

Words cannot express the tremendous grief the medical fraternity is experiencing right because of the tragic incident. As a community, we are stunned and our deepest sympathies go out to her families and friends. So, let us join hands and unite in demanding the respect, protection, and safety that every healthcare professional rightfully deserves.

Four Nepali laborers were killed after they got buried under debris following a landslide in Rudraprayag district’s Fata area, officials said, Hindustan Times reported.

Rudraprayag district disaster management officer Nandan Singh Rajwar said that they received information at 1.37am in the night that four people were buried under the debris following a landslide near Fata helipad.

“On receiving information, the SDRF team immediately left for the spot. Due to the blockage on the Doliya Devi Marg, the SDRF team reached the spot by walking two kilometres”, he said.

The SDRF team could not take the JCB machine to the site of the incident as heavy rainfall made the road inaccessible for heavy vehicles.

“SDRF personnel started the rescue operation by manually digging. They pulled out four bodies from the debris and handed them over to the district police,” he said.

The deceased have been identified as Tul Bahadur, Purna Nepali, Kishna Parihar and Chiku Bura — all residents of Nepal.

A bus bearing an Indian number plate has plunged into the Marsyangdi river near Aanbu khaireni in Tanahun along the Prithvi Highway on Friday.

The bus fell into the river from Aina Pahara at Aanbu khaireni Rural Municipality-2.

The bus (UP 53 FT 7623) was heading towards Kathmandu from Pokhara when the incident occured, DSP Deepak Kumar Raya of the District Police Office, Tanahun said. Indian tourists were traveling in the bus, he added.

However, the number of passengers has not been ascertained yet.

Police personnel have reached the incident site and are rescuing the passengers.

The details of the incident are awaited.