In Nepal, at least 17 persons died and over 15 were injured in a bus accident in Kavrepalanchowk district yesterday evening. The mishap took place near Bethanchowk village, located around 48 kilometers east of the capital, Kathmandu.<br />''<br />''Superintendent of Police Chakraraj Joshi said, the bus, packed with passengers on their way home from a religious ceremony, met with an accident at Chalal Ganeshsthan in Bethanchowk Village. The exact reason behind the accident is not known as yet.<br />''<br />''The Bethanchowk area is dotted with steep roads and narrow slopes.<br />''<br />''The injured have been admitted to hospital. Many of them are said to be in critical condition.<br />