Several buildings have collapsed owing to heavy earthquake which caused deaths

Nepal has a troubling history with aviation safety, experiencing numerous fatal accidents involving small planes and helicopters over the years.

The death toll currently stands at 137, but officials express concerns that this number may rise as first responders began their efforts in the hilly region near the quake's epicenter.

Nepal intends to establish banking cooperation with Russia and connect to Russia's Mir payment system, Nepalese Ambassador to Russia Milan Raj Tuladhar said on Tuesday