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Kathmandu: The bodies of five Russian climbers who tragically perished while ascending Dhaulagiri on October 5 have been successfully brought to Kathmandu. Rescuers recovered the climbers’ bodies from an altitude of 7,600 meters and transported them to the base camp. An Altitude Air helicopter was used to airlift the bodies to the capital, where they… Continue reading Bodies of 5 Russian Climbers recovered from Dhaulagiri

Kathmandu: Foreign Minister Dr. Arju Rana Deuba has directed Nepalese embassies to provide regular updates on the situation of Nepalese nationals in Israel and Lebanon. During a virtual meeting with Nepalese ambassadors in these countries, she sought information on the latest developments affecting Nepalese citizens. Minister Rana expressed growing concern in Nepal regarding the conditions… Continue reading Foreign Minister instructs Embassies to be alert on status of Nepalis in Israel and Lebanon

Kathmandu: The recent late monsoon-induced disaster has resulted in a tragic loss of 239 lives, with 18 individuals still unaccounted for following the floods and landslides that struck the country last week. Rishiram Tiwari, spokesperson for the Ministry of Home Affairs, reported that 178 people have been injured in the disaster-related incidents. In response to… Continue reading Death toll from late monsoon disaster rises to 239

Kathmandu: Bada Dashain, the largest and longest festival celebrated by Nepali Hindus, officially commenced today with the auspicious Ghatasthapana ceremony. This event marks the first day of the Navaratri Parba, a nine-night festival honoring the goddess Nawadurga, and falls on Aswin Shukla Pratipada, the first day of the bright half of the lunar calendar month… Continue reading Bada Dashain festival kicks off with Ghatasthapana Ceremony

Kathmandu: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) has deployed a task force to assist in search, rescue, and relief operations across eight districts severely impacted by heavy rains. Coordinators from the task force commenced fieldwork on Wednesday morning, focusing on areas experiencing flooding and landslides. Home Secretary Gokarna Mani Duwadee announced that eight joint secretaries… Continue reading MoHA deploys task force for flood relief operations in 8 districts

Kathmandu: Cabin crew members of Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) held a symbolic protest on Monday, alleging injustice and discrimination by management outside the corporation’s premises. The crew accused NAC of violating a Supreme Court interim order and retaliating against them for seeking justice. Approximately 172 cabin crew members had filed a case with the Supreme… Continue reading NAC cabin crew stage protest over alleged discrimination

Kathmandu: Nepal Police reported on Tuesday morning that the death toll from the recent floods and landslides has reached 217, with 28 individuals still missing and 143 injured due to the severe weather that has persisted for three days.Ministry of Home Affairs, noted that the disaster has inflicted significant damage to infrastructure, including the destruction… Continue reading Nepal floods and landslides: death toll reaches 217, rescue operations ongoing

Kathmandu: The Kathmandu District Court has ordered the release of medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai on bail after his recent arrest on cybercrime charges. The court set bail at Rs 50,000 for each of the two offenses under the Electronic Transaction Act of 2008. The ruling was made by a single bench presided over by Judge… Continue reading Kathmandu District Court grants bail to medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai

Kathmandu: Heavy rainfall in the past days has caused widespread flooding in Nepal, affecting thousands of children and their families, UNICEF said today. According to early estimates by authorities, around 217 people, including 35 children, have lost their lives, with many others injured or missing. Hundreds of houses have been damaged, displacing thousands of children… Continue reading 35 children die in Nepal after devastating rainfall and landslides – UNICEF

Kathmandu: The International Calendar Decision Committee has officially announced the auspicious times for Bada Dashain tika for 32 countries, including Nepal. Member-secretary Laxman Panthi reported that the decision was made in response to growing requests from Hindu communities worldwide concerning the timing of Bijaya Dashami Tika. For Kathmandu, the most favorable time is set for… Continue reading International Calendar Decision Committee announces auspicious timing for Bada Dashain Tika