MAHOTTARI, Aug 15: Mahottari district, which is presently struggling with floods, is now under threat of epidemic outbreak. Over 40,000 households in Mahottari district alone have been affected. Around 37 villages still remain inundated by flood water and people are beginning to panic with the possibility of an epidemic. The panic is triggered by the recent increase in cases of fever, cold and stomach related problems among flood victims.

RAJBIRAJ, March 5: As the local election nears, incidents of aggression between the pro-election UML and the opposing UDMF are increasing of late. The standoff between UML and the Madhesi alliance has locals in Saptari worried that they will see such clashes in their district also.

Hollywood celebrities have expressed shock over billionaire businessman Donald Trump’s surprise win over seasoned politician Hillary Clinton in the knife-edge US Presidential elections. Trump, a former reality star, who has hosted “The Apprentice”, swept Clinton in battleground states like Florida, North Carolina and Ohio.

TIKAPUR, Aug 1: The Karnali River has begun eroding its bank and nearby lands in Shahipur-3 of Tikapur, spreading fear of inundation among the locals.