Data shows quakes have not only become more frequent over the past century — likely due to the improvements in earthquake detection technology — but are also causing much more destruction due to the growing population and construction densities.

Nepal vulnerable to earthquakes 138 dead, several missing

Data shows quakes have not only become more frequent over the past century — likely due to the improvements in earthquake detection technology — but are also causing much more destruction due to the growing population and construction densities. Nepal is vulnerable to quakes due to its location. The latest is an earthquake of magnitude 6.4 struck western Nepal on friday night, resulting in the death of at least 140 deaths and over a dozen injuries. The tremors were so big that they were felt over 600 kilometers away including Delhi-NCR. Wion's Eric Njoka talks to Prof. Carlo Doglioni, president of the Geophysical and Volcanological Institute, and Chris Elders, emeritus professor of geology at Curtin University, Perth on why earthquakes have increased in frequency and why the region is susceptible.

Nepal vulnerable to earthquakes as deaths rise

4.6 magnitude earthquake strikes Nepal

Helicopters and ground troops rushed to help people hurt in a strong earthquake that shook northwestern Nepal districts just before midnight Friday, killing at least 132 people and injuring dozens more, officials said Saturday.

At least 132 dead and over 140 injured as earthquake rocks Nepal

More than 30 people were killed and dozens were injured after a powerful earthquake of 6.4 magnitude struck Nepal on Friday night (Nov 3), reported the Associated Press.

More than 30 people killed after 6.4 magnitude earthquake hits Nepal; tremors felt in Delhi

Oman and Nepal have officially qualified for the 2024 T20 World Cup after they progressed to the final of the Asian qualifiers on Friday (Nov 3). The Asian qualifiers for the 2024 T20 World Cup are currently being played in Nepal with hosts now set to compete in their maiden tournament (group stage) along with Oman.

Nepal, Oman book 2024 T20 World Cup berth after reaching final of Asian qualifiers

Are the British too snooty to do their own laundry? For almost a century now the royal navy has been employing Chinese servants on warships to wash their clothes. But now the UK is ending this tradition amid fears of espionage. They are replacing Chinese helpers with Nepalese Gorkhas.

Gravitas: Gorkhas to release Chinese laundrymen on UK warships

An earthquake struck Nepal's capital Kathmandu on Sunday morning. There were varying reports in the initial aftermath about the magnitude. Press Trust of India (PTI) reported that the magnitude was 6.

Earthquake hits Nepal's capital city Kathmandu

What's next for LGBTQI+ members after India's Supreme Court denies same-sex marriage rights Wion speaks to director Elham Ehsas of 'Yellow' which explores the life of women in Afghanistan under the Taliban regime India and Sri Lanka resume a ferry link across the Palk Strait All this and much more on inside South Asia

Citizens from nepal and india recall tales of horror as they return from israel

Nepal Airlines is selling Chinese planes that were acquired for a whopping 6.66 billion Nepalese Rupees (US$50 million) at a “junkyard price.” As per top officials, cited by Nepalese news portal Kathmandu Post, the grounded planes “have been more trouble than they are worth.

Nepal Airlines selling off faulty Chinese planes at ‘junkyard price’

Nepal airlines is selling off the Chinese planes in their fleet at junkyard prices, this is according to a report in Kathmandu Post. Napal's national carrier is looking to get rid off its Chinese planes as quickly as possible.

Nepal Airlines to sell fleet's Chinese planes at junkyard prices

Nepal Airlines is selling off the Chinese planes in their fleet at junkyard prices, this is according to a report in Kathmandu Post. Napal's national carrier is looking to get rid off its Chinese planes as quickly as possible.

Nepal Airlines to sell fleet's Chinese planes at junkyard prices as they are not in flying condition

Nepal PM holds a conversation on the phone with Nepali students currently in a bunker in Israel. Israel's troops are still battling to clear out Hamas gunmen after they burst across the fence from Gaza. Reportedly, more than 300,000 reservists had already been activated in just two days.

Israel-Palestine War: Nepal PM dials in Nepali students stuck in bunker in Israel

Several countries, including France, the United Kingdom, and Nepal, on Sunday (Oct 8) have confirmed that their citizens were either killed or kidnapped, a day after Hamas launched a surprise attack against Israel.

Israel-Hamas war: Several foreign nationals killed, abducted amid attacks on Israel

Thousands of people are taking part in colourful festivities around the Indra Jatra festival in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu. The eight-day festival is celebrated to honour Indra, the god of rain. Hundreds of spectators gather at the Palace Square and surrounding temples for the pole-raising ceremony. The chariot of Kumari, the living child goddess, is taken out in a procession through the streets of the city.

Nepal's Indra Jatra

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The earthquakes in Nepal have resurrected an age-old fear: The fear of the great Himalayan quake. Scientists have for long predicted that an earthquake of over 8 magnitude will hit populous cities like Delhi, Lahore, Rawalpindi. Are India and Pakistan prepared for the tragedy? How long before Delhi crumbles?

Gravitas: Great Himalayan Earthquake: How long before Delhi crumbles?

A powerful earthquake that measured 6.2 on the Richter scale has struck Nepal and the tremors from this earthquake were felt in parts of Northern India as well. The early reports have suggested that the powerful earthquake has triggered some large-scale destruction especially in rural parts of the Himalayan nation.

Four earthquakes strike Nepal in an hour, Tremors felt in Delhi-NCR

Earthquake in Nepal: Tremors felt in Kathmandu, New Delhi & Lucknow

A powerful earthquake that measured 6.2 on the richter scale has struck Nepal and the tremors from this earthquake were felt in parts of Northern India as well. The early reports have suggested that the powerful earthquake has triggered some large-scale destruction especially in rural parts of the Himalayan nation.

Earthquake measuring 6.2 reported in Nepal; Tremors felt in parts of northern Delhi | WION

Debate over the word 'Om' has reignited once again in Nepal, the court has sought expert opinion on the debate of removal of the particular word. Watch the video to know more about the controversy.

Nepal: Court seeks expert opinion on 'Om' debate

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal wrapped up his political and official engagements in China during his week-long visit. The two countries signed a dozen agreements and memorandums of understanding, But none of the agreements involved THE Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects.

Nepal tilts towards China

In a landmark ruling Nepal Supreme Court has declared to report talaq or the practice of giving instant divorce among some followers of the Muslim faith as legally invalid.

Nepal SC recognize to recognize triple talaq

The Nepalese Prime Minister Prachanda is currently on a eight-day long visit. PM held bilateral meetings with the Chinese Premier Li Qiang and assigned key agreements in China. The leaders discussed advancing their ties and corporation moments ago.

Day 3: Nepal PM's China visit | Prachanda meets China's Zhao Leji | World News | WION

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