Kathmandu: This year has witnessed the worst wildfire in history. According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority, more than 4,000 places across the country have been on fire since last October. This is the highest number of fires in Nepal since the record was set, This time, fire has broken out in… Continue reading Nepal’s worst wildfire in its history
‘Nomadland’ wins 4 BAFTAs including best picture, director
LONDON (AP): Gig-economy Western “Nomadland” won four prizes including best picture on Sunday at the British Academy Film Awards, which were handed out during a pandemic-curbed ceremony that recognized a diverse array of screen talent. “Nomadland” filmmaker Chloe Zhao became only the second woman, and the first woman of color, to win the BAFTA for… Continue reading ‘Nomadland’ wins 4 BAFTAs including best picture, director
Myanmar coup: ‘Dozens killed’ in military crackdown in Bago
(BBC): More than 80 people have been killed by Myanmar security forces in a crackdown on a protest in the city of Bago, activists say. The military is reported to have taken away the bodies of those killed, and the true number of deaths may never be accurately established. Witnesses told local media that soldiers… Continue reading Myanmar coup: ‘Dozens killed’ in military crackdown in Bago
Chinese vaccines’ effectiveness low
BEIJING (AP): In a rare admission of the weakness of Chinese coronavirus vaccines, the country’s top disease control official says their effectiveness is low and the government is considering mixing them to get a boost. Chinese vaccines “don’t have very high protection rates,” said the director of the China Centers for Disease Control, Gao Fu,… Continue reading Chinese vaccines’ effectiveness low
Corona infection confirms in 367 people in last 24 hours
Kathmandu: In the last 24 hours, 367 people have been infected with the corona virus in Nepal. According to Dr. Jageshwor Gautam, spokesperson of the Ministry of Health and Population, the PCR test of 3,125 people confirmed the infection in 307 people and the antigen test of 690 people in 64 people. At the same… Continue reading Corona infection confirms in 367 people in last 24 hours
Melamchi water leakage in more than 300 places in Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu: Old system of water distribution has increased Melamchi water leakage. According to the Division Roads Office, Kathmandu, more than 300 places in the Kathmandu Valley have been flooded due to burst pipes and waterlogging. Even the recently tarred roads have become potholes due to water leakage. Kathmandu Upatyaka Khanepani Limited (KUKL) has been distributing… Continue reading Melamchi water leakage in more than 300 places in Kathmandu Valley
Govt to inaugurate Dharahara on April 24
Kathmandu: The reconstructed tower is scheduled to be inaugurated by Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on April 24. According to Nepal Reconstruction Authority (NRA) construction of the Dharahara has come to the final phase. Works of Painting and lighting are ongoing. The construction work on the parking lot and garden of the Dharahara is remaining.… Continue reading Govt to inaugurate Dharahara on April 24
India’s COVID-19 infections, deaths surge as migrants start to flee cities
NEW DELHI (Reuters): India reported another record number of new COVID-19 infections on Friday and daily deaths hit their highest in more than five months, as it battles a second wave of infections and states complain of a persistent vaccine shortage. Evoking memories of the last national lockdown when tens of thousands of people walked… Continue reading India’s COVID-19 infections, deaths surge as migrants start to flee cities
8,054 people receive Chinese vaccine against corona
Kathmandu: 8,054 people have been vaccinated against covid-19 in two days. Of those given priority on Wednesday and Thursday, 8,054 were vaccinated. The government has decided to vaccinate people in the age group of 18 to 59 years. The 800,000 doses of Verosel vaccine received with the grant assistance of the Chinese government has been… Continue reading 8,054 people receive Chinese vaccine against corona
Govt permits Nepali curriculum in abroad study
Kathmandu: The government has permission to teach Nepali curriculum abroad. Government spokesperson Parbat Gurung informed that the decision was taken at a meeting of the cabinet on the proposal of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology. The Nepali community living abroad and organizations working for those communities were seeking permission to teach Nepali courses… Continue reading Govt permits Nepali curriculum in abroad study