At least 14 people were killed in landslides triggered by incessant rainfall in Nepal's Ilam district, local authorities said. The country has been witnessing heavy rainfall since Friday, causing landslides, floods, and inundation in several areas.

However, Ilam, which borders Darjeeling in India, has reported the largest number of casualties. Chief District Officer of Ilam, Sunita Nepal, told IANS that at least 14 people have been confirmed dead in landslides that buried three houses on Saturday night.

"As more houses have been damaged in the district, the death toll might rise," she said.

She added that the District Administration Office (DAO), Ilam, has sought detailed reports on losses caused by landslides and flooding from local governments within the district.

According to the DA

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