Tek Singh Bhat

August 26, 2026   Source area: Bhotekoshi River, Rasuwa District  Status: 🔴 Active - search, rescue, and relief operations ongoing  Last update  post: ~5:50 PM  Photo Source: National Media, -Onlinekhabar Nepal - Flood Coverage What we know right now 

In recent months, the rise of fraudulent job networks and scam centers in parts of Cambodia and Myanmar has put multiple nationalities, including Nepali migrants, at serious risk. Lured by promises of attractive employment opportunities, many individuals found themselves trapped in exploitative and unsafe conditions. In such critical situations, timely intervention and coordinated support become essential, and this is where the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) National Coordination Committee has played a crucial role. NRNA, through its national coordination committees and in close collaboration with diplomatic missions and partner organizations, has been actively working to ensure the safety and repatriation of affected Nepali citizens. These efforts go beyond emergency response; they reflect a deep commitment to protecting the dignity, rights, and well-being of Nepalis abroad. A recent example of this collective effort was witnessed on March 24, 2026. In coordination with the ...

  Madhesh Battling Severe Drought (25 July 2025)  Madhesh Province is currently grappling with a severe drought. The paddy plants in the fields are starting to dry up, and cracks have begun to appear in the soil. The situation has become so dire that the government has officially declared the region a disaster-affected zone and deployed technical teams to assess the impact. According to the Center for Crop Development and Agricultural Biodiversity Conservation under the Department of Agriculture, only 46% of the total paddy fields in Madhesh had been planted by mid-July. As the region is one of Nepal’s major rice-producing areas, this delay poses a serious threat to food security and the livelihoods of thousands of farmers unless urgent relief and long-term solutions are implemented. Flash Flood Strikes Rasuwa, Disrupts Life (8 July 2025)  On July 8, 2025, a sudden flash flood surged down from Tibet’s Lhende River and struck Nepal’s Rasuwa district with devastating force....

Looking at Langtang Lirung Whenever I travel, especially to the mountains, I feel like I have reached the root of life . The clean air, cool breeze, flowing water, and peaceful surroundings give a deep sense of calm and energy. But this time, something felt different. As I stood there looking at the beautiful mountains, I also saw deep scars from landslides, melting snow, and dried patches where there used to be glaciers. Behind the beauty, there was danger. I couldn’t help but think, are we heading towards another GLOF (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood)? Are these signs of what’s coming? I am not writing this blog with facts or data. This is about what I felt. A mix of peace and fear. Joy and concern. As someone who works in the development field, I have seen how climate change is quietly but strongly affecting our mountains. These mountains are more than just pretty sights. They are lifelines for the people who live there and for all of us. They give us fresh water, herbs, food, and c...

Photo : Dr. Manjurul Karim Nepal is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world. Our rugged mountains, monsoon-fed rivers, reliance on natural resources for daily living, and unplanned development have all made us vulnerable. Now, with global climate change accelerating, that vulnerability is only growing. Temperatures are rising. Rainfall patterns are becoming increasingly erratic. Air pollution is worsening. Glaciers are melting faster, swelling glacial lakes to dangerous levels and increasing the risk of sudden floods. The signs of climate change are no longer distant; they are here, and they are affecting us now. We're seeing more intense rainfall in shorter periods and longer stretches without any rain. These extremes have caused frequent and severe disasters. Our water sources are drying up, impacting everything from food security and drinking water to biodiversity, public health, and energy supply. Infrastructure, hydropower, urban development, and even agricultur...

Migration Status of Nepal In the Nepali year 2080 (from 2023-07-17 to 2024-07-15), a total of 741,297 (with re-entry) labor approvals were granted, with 11% of these being female workers. The approvals were processed by Nepal's Department of Foreign Employment. Of the total, 62% (460,102) were without re-entry into the labor market, including 12% female migrants. Among those without re-entry, 71% migrated to four Gulf countries, with Malaysia receiving 18%, Qatar 9%, Saudi Arabia 16%, and the UAE 28%. This data highlights the fact that Nepali migrants are heavily concentrated in the Gulf countries. Looking at the skill categories of these labor approvals, it is concerning that 19.63% of migrants were unskilled laborers, while 0.10% were highly skilled, 0.37% were professionals, 8.11% were semi-skilled, and 71.78% were classified as skilled. The four Gulf countries are key destination countries for Nepali labor migration, as shown by the figures (326,435, 71% in four countries: Ma...

A Shocking Afternoon in Bangkok Yesterday, a powerful earthquake struck Myanmar near Mandalay, sending tremors across the region. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 7.7, though some media outlets cited it as 8.2. The quake, with a depth of 10 km, was impacted as far as Bangkok, Thailand. The destruction in Myanmar was catastrophic. Reports indicated at least 1,002 deaths, with over 2,376 injured. Authorities feared the toll could surpass 10,000. In Bangkok, city officials confirmed six deaths, 26 injuries, and 47 missing persons. The under-construction 30-story skyscraper, located near Chatuchak Market, collapsed, with most casualties from the construction site. My Personal Experience: Confusion and Realization At the time of the earthquake, I was traveling to the Kronos Building for official work. While on the highway, I initially didn’t feel the tremor. Suddenly, I noticed hundreds of people gathering on the streets. My first thought was that a VIP or ...