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Dead bodies of corona infected being cremated on open ground (photo feature)

Published On: May 3, 2021 03:25 PM NPT By: Dipesh Shrestha/Monika Malla

KATHMANDU, May 2: Cremations of those who succumbed to COVID are being carried out in an open ground on the bank of Bagmati River at Pashupati crematorium area for lack of adequate space as the number of people dying of COVID-19 complication sees a sharp spike in recent days.

PHOTOS: Janai Purnima festival being observed today

Published On: August 3, 2020 02:28 PM NPT By: Dipesh Shrestha/Monika Malla

KATHMANDU, Aug 3: Nepali Hindus are observing Janai Purnima festival across the country today. It falls on Shrawan Shukla Purnima every year.