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Kathmandu: Nepali Army has rescued around 1,500 people, including 200 foreign tourists, who were stranded in different parts of Manang district following heavy snowfall. According to the Army Headquarters, civilians trapped in Tilicho, Khangsar, Pisang, Upper Manang, and Humde areas were evacuated to safety. The rescue operation was carried out by a team from the… Continue reading Army rescues 1,500 people stranded by heavy snowfall in Manang

Kathmandu: The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has issued a nationwide safety advisory urging trekkers, mountaineers, and tourism operators to remain cautious as heavy snowfall and rainfall continue to affect high-altitude areas in western and central Nepal. According to forecasts from the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM), regions in Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim provinces… Continue reading NTB issues safety advisory as heavy snowfall disrupts trekking routes

Kathmandu: The Supreme Court (SC) of Nepal has decided to file a formal police complaint against those responsible for torching and vandalizing courts across the country during the Gen-Z movement protests, in what officials describe as a historic move by the judiciary to seek justice through legal channels. The decision was made during a full… Continue reading Supreme court to file police complaint over arson, vandalism during Gen-Z protests

Kathmandu: The main day of the Chhath festival is being observed this evening with devotees across the country offering Argha (ritual offerings) to the setting sun. The government has declared a public holiday today to mark the occasion. Devotees will stay awake through the night and offer Argha to the rising sun tomorrow morning, concluding… Continue reading Nepal celebrates Chhath festival

Kathmandu: Newly appointed Minister for Health and Population Dr. Sudha Sharma assumed office on Sunday, announcing her first decision to provide psychological counseling to those injured during the recent Gen Z protest. Speaking to the media after taking charge, Dr. Sharma pledged transparency in the procurement of medical supplies and vowed zero tolerance for corruption… Continue reading Health Minister Dr. Sudha Sharma prioritizes mental health, anti-corruption drive

Kathmandu: Prime Minister Sushila Karki is scheduled to meet leaders of seven political parties today to discuss preparations for the upcoming elections. The meeting will take place at 4 PM at the Prime Minister’s residence in Baluwatar. Leaders from major political parties, including the Nepali Congress, CPN-UML, CPN (Maoist Center), Rastriya Swatantra Party, Rastriya Prajatantra… Continue reading PM Karki to hold meeting with political leaders on upcoming elections

Kathmandu: Prime Minister Sushila Karki has pledged to hand over power to a democratically elected government within the next six months. Addressing heads of diplomatic missions and resident ambassadors at Singha Durbar on Friday, Prime Minister Karki said her administration’s main priority is to ensure fair, transparent, and peaceful elections. “I have been entrusted with… Continue reading PM Karki commits to holding elections within six months

Kathmandu: The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has assured that there will be no power cuts during Tihar, the Hindu festival of lights, which begins next week. The NEA has projected electricity demand to peak at around 1,600 MW on Laxmi Puja, the main day of Tihar, which falls on Monday, similar to last year’s consumption… Continue reading No power cuts during Tihar, assures Nepal Electricity Authority

Kathmandu: The Gen-Z Help Desk, established at the Ministry of Home Affairs since September 23, continues to receive and address the concerns of Generation Z groups. Samrajya Khadka and Rajendra Adhikari from Dailekh, along with Junal Gadal from Morang, have been working tirelessly to respond to phone calls, forwarding concerns to the relevant authorities. The… Continue reading Gen-Z help desk at Home Ministry continues to hear from stakeholders concerned

Kathmandu: Prime Minister Sushila Karki has said that the nation will never forget the sacrifice and valour of Bipin Joshi. In her message of condolence today, the Prime Minister stated, “He is no longer with us. But the accounts shared by his colleagues about the extraordinary courage, valour, and selfless sacrifice he demonstrated just before… Continue reading Nation will never forget Bipin Joshi: PM Karki