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Dashain Tika Continues on Ashwin Shukla Dwadashi

Dashain Tika Continues on Ashwin Shukla Dwadashi

The tradition of receiving Dashain Tika continues today on Ashwin Shukla Dwadashi. After the commencement of tika on Vijaya Dashami, people have been visiting their elders to receive tika and blessings on Ekadashi and Dwadashi as well. Following nine days of worship during Navaratri and the immersion of the goddess, the practice of tika began on Vijaya Dashami. Those who were unable to receive tika on Thursday can continue the ritual until Kojagrat Purnima. In some western districts of Nepal, however, the custom is limited to receiving tika and blessings only on Vijaya Dashami. In contrast, in the Kathmandu Valley…
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Continuous Rain Blocks Narayangadh–Muglin and Muglin–Naubise Roads

Continuous Rain Blocks Narayangadh–Muglin and Muglin–Naubise Roads

Heavy rainfall since Friday evening has blocked the Narayangadh–Muglin and Muglin–Naubise road sections. According to the District Police Office, Chitwan, landslides occurred at Tuin Khola in Chitwan and Jawang Khola in Dhading, bringing vehicular movement on both roads to a complete halt. Police reported that from 6:00 AM Saturday, major road connections through Chitwan, Dhading, and Tanahun have remained disrupted. Continuous rainfall has caused ongoing rock and mudslides, preventing clearance work from starting. The road blockade has created significant hardship for travelers. In the past as well, frequent landslides have often forced long closures of these vital road sections. Authorities…
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Today’s Panchang and Horoscope

Today’s Panchang and Horoscope

Date (BS): 2082 Ashwin 18, SaturdayDate (AD): 4th October 2025 (Saturday) Panchang Sunrise: 5:58 AM Sunset: 5:45 PM Tithi: Dwadashi until 14:03, then Trayodashi Paksha: Ashwin Shukla Paksha Nakshatra: Dhanishta until 07:08, then Shatabhisha Yoga: Shool until 18:55, then Gand Karana: Balava until 14:03, then Kaulava Moon Sign: Aquarius Season: Sharad (Autumn) Ayana: Dakshinayan Horoscope Aries (Mesh)A favorable day ahead. Obstacles will be removed, support will come your way, and business prospects look profitable. New plans may get initiated. Taurus (Vrish)Health improvement is indicated. Pending money may be received. Success will follow hard work, and family and friends’ support will…
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Gen Z Movement Alliance Clarifies Non-Participation in October 9 Protest

Gen Z Movement Alliance Clarifies Non-Participation in October 9 Protest

The Gen Z Movement Alliance has clarified that it will not participate in the protest scheduled for October 9 (Ashwin 23). The Gen-Z Movement, which had called for a protest on Bhadra 23, is one of the groups behind the original movement. Recently, some individuals and groups have been promoting on social media that a second Gen Z protest will take place on October 9. The Alliance expressed disagreement with this and stated that attempts to associate the organization with violence, chaos, or undemocratic activities are unacceptable. In its statement, the Alliance urged its supporters, well-wishers, and all Nepalis not…
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Pickup Accident in Baglung Leaves One De*ad, Two Injured

Pickup Accident in Baglung Leaves One De*ad, Two Injured

Baglung – A pickup accident in Baglung has claimed the life of one person and left two others injured. The incident occurred on Friday evening near Gaighat, Tara Khola, in Tara Khola Rural Municipality–1. The deceased has been identified as 24-year-old Dinesh Thapa from Sardakhet, Galkot Municipality–5. The pickup, bearing registration number Ga 1 Ja 6100, was traveling from Galkot Hatiya Bazaar to Tara Khola when the accident occurred. Two others were injured: 24-year-old Milan Pariyar and 43-year-old Birbal Pariyar, both from Galkot Municipality–5. According to Inspector Keshav Thapa, spokesperson for Baglung District Police Office, Birbal Pariyar sustained serious injuries…
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Intellectual Council Suggests KP Sharma Oli Step Down Before UML General Convention

Intellectual Council Suggests KP Sharma Oli Step Down Before UML General Convention

The Nepal Intellectual Council has suggested that CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli step down from party leadership ahead of the general convention. On Ashwin 2, the council submitted a three-page letter urging Oli to transfer party leadership. In the letter, signed by Council Chairman Gajendra Prasad Thapaliya and submitted to General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel, it was mentioned that leadership could be handed over through the Central Committee according to party statutes, without holding a general convention. The suggestion emphasizes that leaders like Oli should now take on a guiding role for the new generation. Earlier, on Ashwin 12, most office-bearers…
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“Sakhia Dance Brings Festive Spirit to Tharu Community in Bardiya”

“Sakhia Dance Brings Festive Spirit to Tharu Community in Bardiya”

Bardiya, Rajapur Municipality–5, Khallajaypur – The Tharu community of Bardiya is currently immersed in the vibrant celebrations of the ‘Sakhia Dance.’ Starting before Dashain and continuing for a few days after the festival, this traditional dance has added cultural vibrancy to the village. According to Badhghar Pradeshi Chaudhary of Khallajaypur, young women perform the dance while young men play the madal (traditional drum). The more the madal is played, the livelier the dance becomes. Typically, 20–25 young women dress in white phariya, red choli, and red ribbons while performing the Sakhia Dance. The Sakhia Dance is linked to the Mahabharata…
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Gen Z Movement Nepal Announces Peaceful Protest on October 9

Gen Z Movement Nepal Announces Peaceful Protest on October 9

Gen Z Movement Nepal has announced a peaceful protest on Ashwin 23 (October 9). The announcement comes amid public statements from Gen Z Alliance and other groups claiming that no protest is scheduled on that day. In a statement issued on its letterhead, the movement questioned the interim government, criticizing it for being ineffective and focusing only on cheap popularity while trying to pacify people through limited investigations and arrests. The statement demands that the country be moved toward a directly elected executive system and calls for collective action. The group asserts that the protest and struggle will remain peaceful.…
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Nepal Announces 15-Member Squad for T20 World Cup Qualifiers in Oman

Nepal Announces 15-Member Squad for T20 World Cup Qualifiers in Oman

The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers scheduled from October 8 to 17 in Oman. According to CAN spokesperson Chhumbi Lama, Shahab Alam has been named as a traveling reserve player. Nepal is set to face Japan and Kuwait in the group stage of the qualifiers. Nepal Squad:Rohit Kumar Paudel (Captain), Dipendra Singh Airee (Vice-Captain), Kushal Bhurtel, Lokesh Bam, Kushal Malla, Aasif Sheikh, Aadil Alam, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sandeep Jora, Arif Sheikh, Lalit Narayan Rajbanshi, Gulshan Jha, Sompal Kami.
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Flood Alert: Heavy Rain and Sudden Flooding Expected in Koshi, Madhesh, and Bagmati Provinces

Flood Alert: Heavy Rain and Sudden Flooding Expected in Koshi, Madhesh, and Bagmati Provinces

Kathmandu – The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has issued a warning of possible sudden flooding in rivers flowing through Koshi, Madhesh, and Bagmati provinces between Saturday and Monday, urging the public to exercise special caution. According to the department’s notice issued two days earlier, water levels in major rivers including the Koshi, Kamala, Bagmati, and Narayani, along with their tributaries, are expected to rise significantly and may approach danger levels. The statement further mentioned: “Small rivers and streams originating from the Mahabharat and Chure ranges in Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces may also experience sudden surges…
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