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03 Oct

Gen Z Movement Nepal Announces Peaceful Protest on October 9

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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.…

03 Oct

Energy Minister Kulman Ghising Denies Link to Ujyaalo Nepal Party

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Energy Minister Kulman Ghising has objected to information and reports circulating on social media and various media outlets linking his name with the Ujyaalo Nepal Party and its chairman. In a statement issued through social media, Ghising clarified that he has no involvement with the party. “There has been no discussion regarding my affiliation with the party as mentioned in the news and information,” he said. “I also want to make it clear that I did not participate in any Zoom meeting, as has been publicized.” He further accused certain individuals of deliberately spreading false and baseless information to link…

03 Oct

Six Seriously Injured in Mahottari Bus Accident Airlifted to Kathmandu

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Six people who were critically injured in a bus accident in Khairmara, Mahottari, Madhes Province, have been airlifted to Kathmandu for further treatment. According to SP Sher Bahadur Adhikari of the Armed Police Force No. 9 Battalion, the injured were taken to Kathmandu because of their critical condition. They were first given preliminary treatment at Shubha Swastik Hospital in Bardibas and then transported by an Armed Police Force ambulance to a helicopter for transfer. The seriously injured include Nirmala Tamang (44), Dirjaman Gole (42), Asmita Gole (16), Sunita Bik (20), Prabhakar Khadka (13), and one other individual. The accident occurred…

03 Oct

Government Urges Private Sector to Prepare for Rescue and Relief Operations

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Home Secretary Rameshwar Dangal has urged the private sector to stay prepared with rescue and relief materials in light of forecasts of moderate to heavy rainfall. He emphasized that the role of non-governmental actors would be crucial in minimizing loss of life and property. During a virtual disaster dialogue, Dangal informed that strict measures and preparedness would be enforced along highways for emergency management, as heavy rainfall is expected in areas from Koshi to Lumbini Province until October 6 (Asoj 20). Experts and representatives of organizations participating in the dialogue stressed the need for rapid information dissemination based on weather…

03 Oct

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

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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.

03 Oct

UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel Stresses Generational Balance in Politics and Society

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CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel has emphasized the need for generational balance in political leadership and social organization. Referring to Eastern philosophy, which envisions society through the combination of four generations, Pokharel claimed that UML has advanced party-building with the integration of three generations. Pokharel wrote, “Politics and social organization cannot be the subject of a single generation alone. Dissatisfaction and rebellion at a particular time have their place, but politics and society must also attempt to address the aspirations of the younger generation.” He further clarified that while the energy and aspirations of the youth are significant, considering them…

03 Oct

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

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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…

03 Oct

Long-Distance Bus Services Temporarily Suspended in Morang to Manage Dashain Rush

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Morang – In an effort to manage the heavy passenger rush during the Dashain festival, the District Administration Office (DAO), Morang has announced the temporary suspension of long-distance bus services. Issuing a public notice on Friday, the DAO stated that bus services will remain halted until challenges related to passenger crowd management, security, and ticketing issues are resolved. The suspension particularly affects buses departing from major bus parks in Biratnagar, Rangeli, Belbari, and Pathari-Shanishchare, which usually travel along the East-West Highway to various destinations across the country. The administration assured that passengers who have already purchased advance tickets for Dashain…

03 Oct

Kathmandu DAO Urges Caution Amid Heavy Rainfall Forecast from October 3–6

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The District Administration Office (DAO), Kathmandu has urged the public to remain alert and adopt precautionary measures as heavy rainfall is expected between October 3–6 (Ashoj 17–20), which may trigger disasters such as floods, landslides, and soil erosion in vulnerable areas. The DAO has requested people to avoid long-distance travel unless absolutely necessary during this period. It has further advised travelers entering or leaving Kathmandu not to travel at night for safety reasons. In case of disasters, the administration has also made emergency contact numbers available for immediate rescue, assistance, and relief.

03 Oct

Civil Aviation Authority Releases Domestic Airfare Rates Ahead of Festive Season

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With high demand for air tickets during the festive season, the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has announced the official domestic airfare rates, keeping in mind the possibility of airlines charging higher prices. The authority has warned airline companies and concerned stakeholders not to charge passengers more than the government-approved fares, and any violation may lead to strict action. According to the fares released by CAAN, the highest airfare is for Kathmandu–Dhangadhi at NPR 17,579, while the lowest is for Kathmandu–Simara at NPR 3,978. Domestic Airfare List (Kathmandu to Various Destinations) DestinationFare (NPR)Kathmandu – Simara3,978Kathmandu – Bharatpur4,643Kathmandu – Janakpur5,470Kathmandu…