Baglung Bazaar endures water shortage for days

The water supply system in Baglung Bazar remains disrupted for the past five days, leading to an acute shortage of water in the town.

Changunarayan, Madhyapur lend support to disaster-hit Melamchi and Helambu

Changunarayan and Madhyapur Thimi municipalities of Bhaktapur district have aided financial support to Melamchi and Helambu municipalities of Sindhupalchowk district to contribute to the latter’s efforts for providing relief to the survivors of recent floods and landslides.

Government recognizes PCR reports of 22 private hospitals for foreign trips

The government has decided to approve for foreign trips the RT- PCR test reports for COVID-19 issued by 22 private hospitals.

Lumbini receives medical supplies from Sichuan

The Lumbini Development Trust has received medical supplies worth 4 million rupees as aid from the Leshan Giant Buddha Area Management Committee in the Sichuan province of China.

Monsoon not likely to weaken soon: Meteorologist

Meteorologists have said the monsoon that has become active for some days is not weakening immediately.

  Nepal urges development partners to help address investment gaps   

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs Raghubir Mahaseth said that Nepal’s graduation from the LDC category would be an important milestone in the country’s development trajectory.    

People heading back to India for work 

The number of people leaving home to neighbouring India for work has increased despite the second wave of Corona Virus yet to come under full control. Braving the lockdown imposed in Sudur Pachim province, an increasing number of people are queuing up at the Gaurphanta transit for entry to India.   

Financial aid to Melamchi and Helambu   

The Marin rural municipality in the district has provided financial aid to Melamchi municipality and Helambu rural municipality of Sindhupalchowk. Both the municipalities were severely affected by rain-triggered floods recently.  

President's call for special attention to DRR   

 President Bidya Devi Bhandari has urged the government to give special attention to search and rescue of those affected by floods, landslides and inundation, and in the post-disaster relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction works. She has also called for special focus on preparedness for risk reduction.    

JSPN registers application seeking official recognition

The application claiming official recognition was made after a dispute emerged between the two factions on the ownership and legitimacy of the party.