 "Death toll in Nepal quake reaches 7,757")
The death toll from the devastating earthquake that struck Nepal today jumped to 7,757 with another 16,390 people injured.
A majority of these deaths are from Sindupalchowk district, which has witnessed a massive devastation after the quake, Nepal police said.
Until yesterday, over 600 rescue and relief personnel from more than 12 countries, including India, had left Nepal, following a directive from the government here.
The Home Ministry yesterday said that a total of 2,79,234 houses have been completely damaged and 2,37,068 partially damaged due to 7.9 magnitude quake.
A majority of these deaths are from Sindupalchowk district, which has witnessed a massive devastation after the quake, Nepal police said.
Until yesterday, over 600 rescue and relief personnel from more than 12 countries, including India, had left Nepal, following a directive from the government here.
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More rescue and relief personnel are expected to leave the country as the days progress.
The Home Ministry yesterday said that a total of 2,79,234 houses have been completely damaged and 2,37,068 partially damaged due to 7.9 magnitude quake.
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