Government prepares for celebrating 57th Children's Day

The government is preparing to observe the 57th National Children's Day on coming September 14 around the theme- 'Protection of child rights, our collective responsibility. Information about this was shared by the Ministry of Women, Children and Senior Citizens and the National Child Rights Council at Singha Durbar today. The Day will mark the sharing of thematic efforts and achievements in regard to the protection and promotion of child rights. 

Police arrest three persons with 2.2 kg opium from Kathmandu

The police have made public three persons arrested with a huge cache of opium amid a press conference here today.  

Speaker urges opposition party lawmakers to help continue House business

Speaker Agni Prasad Sapkota has urged the MPs of the main opposition party, CPN (UML), not to obstruct the meetings of the House of Representatives. 

Nepali migrant worker in Malaysia out of contact with family for 16 years  

A man, who was in Malaysia for a job has lost contact with his family ever since he left home for the country 16 years ago, said the family.     

Cash and medical supplies handed over to flood-affected families  

Residents of Tarakhola, who have reached Japan for employment, have provided cash relief of Rs. 700,000 to the flood-affected families in the village.

Tharu community celebrating 'Atwari festival'  

With a majority of the population living in Banke, Bardiya, Kailali, Kanchanpur and Dang districts, the community celebrates it as a big festival after Maghi.  

Former NSC member-secretary Rana dies  

Former Member-Secretary of the National Sports Council (NSC) and former Ambassador Rukma Shumsher Rana has passed away. According to family sources, he died last night at the age of 85 at his residence in Battisputali, Kathmandu.

Upper Karnali's progress almost nil in seven years after GMR's dillydally   

The Government of Nepal and Indian Energy Company GMR on September 19, 2014 had signed the Project Development Agreement ( PDA) in regard with the 900-MW Upper Karnali Hydro Electricity Project.   

Two persons dead in separate incidents in Saptari  

Two persons died in separate incidents occurred in Saptari district last night. 

Ordinance tabled amid protest at HoR

Home Minister Balkrishna Khand tabled the Ordinance on Political parties, 2078 in the third meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) amidst the protest of the major opposition, CPN UML on Wednesday.

WHO appeals to continue regular vaccination along with anti-COVID-19 drive

On the occasion, SEARO’s Regional Director Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh said, “The risks of those infections that could be prevented through vaccination have been increasing since the regular vaccination and monitoring process have been obstructed due to COVID-19 vaccination drive.”

No differing views in UML regarding MCC: Deputy General Secretary Poudel

CPN (UML) Deputy General Secretary Bishnu Prasad Poudel has said there are no differing views within the party regarding the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact. As he said the UML would clarify its position on the matter once the government introduced the MCC proposal to the parliament.

Two girls die due to snake bite   

Two girls have died after being bitten by snake in Mahottari district.    

Manakamana Temple opened to devotees after about four months  

The Manakamana Temple in Gorakha district has been opened to devotees after about four months. The famous goddess shrine of the country was closed since May 6 over the risk of COVID-19.    

“World’s longest” suspension bridge in Baglung gets its name   

The “world’s longest” suspension bridge in Baglung district linking Baglung and neighbouring Parbat district has been given its name in Nepali and English.   

Sunuwar picked as chair of Nepal American Artists Association 

Nisha Sunuwar has been elected the chairperson of the Nepali American Artists Association. The fourth convention of the Association held on Tuesday unanimously elected a 17-member working committee under the leadership of Sunuwar.   

Moti Jayanti observed   

The 155th Moti Jayanti, the birth anniversary of national luminary Motiram Bhatta, was observed today by organising several literary events. Bhatta, the noted literary figure, is given the title 'Youth Poet' in the Nepali literature.    

Landslide blocks Muglin-Naubise roadway  

The Muglin-Naubise roadway has been obstructed by the landslide occurred at Jogimara of Rorang Rural Municipality-10 this morning. The vehicular movement has been disrupted with the landslide.    

NC parliamentary party to meet on Tuesday

NC parliamentary party whip Pushpa Bhusal said that the party's preparation for the Federal Parliament meeting and issues relating to ordinance and budget would be discussed in the meeting. The meetings of the Federal Parliament are taking place on Wednesday

Two killed in landslide in Rolpa  

Two persons have died when landslide buried their house at Bamla, Dhawang of Rolpa Municipality-10 in Rolpa district.