UN launches $415m assistance in Nepal

Katmandu: The UN has decided to launch $415m (£270) assistance for those affected by Nepal's earthquake amid prevailing frustrations regarding the pace of relief efforts. The UN said it wanted to support government efforts and would provide emergency relief materials over the next three months. Meanwhile policemen are reported to have clashed with people trying to leave the capital Katmandu. Villagers in the region were trying to block trucks carrying relief supplies offered by various countri...