Road accidents up by threefold in last five years during Dashain

According to Basanta Bahadur Kunwar, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Nepal Police, of the total 920 road accidents recorded on this Dashain, whereas, 355 road accidents have been recorded in the year 2073 B.S. He added that road accidents have been on an increasing trend.

COVID-19 update: 535 new cases, 758 recoveries, 13 fatalities in 24 hours

In 7,022 Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) tests done in the past 24 hours, a total of 535 persons were found infected with SARS-CoV-2, informed the Ministry of Health and Population on Wednesday through its regular update.

Financial assistance to family members killed in flood-landslide, free treatment to injured

The government has decided to provide Rs. 200,000 each to families of those who lost their lives due to the rain-induced disasters. Also, the government has decided to provide health treatment free of cost to those who were injured in various disasters that took place across the nation due to torrential rainfall from Sunday.

PM announces relief to flood, landslide victims

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba announced to provide appropriate relief to the families of the deceased and affected by the floods and landslides.

Flood, Landslide update: 48 killed, 31 missing   

48 people have lost their lives till this afternoon due to landslides, floods and inundations following heavy rainfall at different places of the country. Similarly, 31 persons have gone missing in the incident of natural disasters in various districts.

PM Deuba calls emergency cabinet meeting

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has called an emergency meeting of the Council of Ministers. Bhanu Deuba, personal secretary of the PM, said that the meeting was being held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar at 2:00 on Wednesday afternoon.

Government completes 100 days: centers on COVID-19 response, economic recovery   

In a short span of time, the government has been successful in executing vaccine diplomacy and managing 15 million doses of vaccines for its people. Implementation of the balanced foreign policy, creation of investment-friendly atmosphere, encouragement to the private sector to achieve economic stability, announcement of relief packages to the business community hit by COVID-19 pandemic, well response to COVID-19 and its management is among those noticeable actions of the government.    

Flooded stream kills one in Pyuthan, two go missing

A woman died in Pyuthan after an overflowed stream swept her away in Pyuthan. 28-year-old Devisara Karki of Mandavi Rural Municipality-4, Aapchaur died after AranKhola stream swept her away.

COVID-19 update: 957 new cases, 1,004 recoveries, 12 fatalities in 24 hours

In 8,140 Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) tests done in the past 24 hours, a total of 957 persons were found infected with SARS-CoV-2, informed the Ministry of Health and Population on Tuesday through its regular update.

PM directs immediate rescue of disaster victims

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has directed to make arrangements for immediate rescue and relief to those who were affected by the floods, landslides and inundation caused by incessant rains in various parts of the country including the Far Western.

Five people trapped in Mahakali river, Helicopter coming for rescue

A Helicopter is coming to rescue the flood victims that have been trapped from Monday night. Those trapped in the floods in the middle of the Mahakali River will be rescued by helicopter, said Purna Joshi, Minister for Internal Affairs and Law of the Far Western Province.

COVID-19 inoculation campaign coverage exceeds target

The coverage of the COVID-19 inoculation campaign has exceeded its target. The government had set a goal of vaccinating one-third of the target group by the end of Asoj (mid-October).   

Govt. to honor Nepali footballers with 5 lakh cash prize each

The government has decided to give Rs 500,000 each to the players of the Nepali national football team. Similarly, the cabinet has decided to give Rs 300,000 to football coaches. 

COVID-19 update: 523 new cases, 937 recoveries, 9 fatalities in 24 hours

In 7,654 Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) tests done in the past 24 hours, a total of 523 persons were found infected with SARS-CoV-2, informed the Ministry of Health and Population on Monday through its regular update.

Public transport fare hikes across Bagmati Province from today, minimum fare increased to Rs.18

The hike in public transport fare in Bagmati Pradesh has become effective from today. According to the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure Development of the Bagmati Province Government, there is a new fare adjustment increased by 23 per cent.

Discussion focused on National Conference, SC meet tomorrow

The Standing Committee meeting of the ruling coalition partner CPN (Maoist Centre) has focused on the National Conference related issues.

Water level returns to normal, One Kilometer long lake formed

The Karnali River, which was blocked by a landslide at Juddibhir of Swamikartik Rural Municipality Ward No. 1 of Bajura last night, has gradually returned to its normal level. The river was blocked for two hours.  After two hours, the river began to flow back to its previous flow, which has lessened the panic among the locals.

871 COVID-19 recoveries, 565 new cases in 24 hours

In 9,237 Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) tests done in the past 24 hours, a total of persons 565 were found infected with SARS-CoV-2, informed the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) through its regular update.

Curfew clamped in Motipur Industrial Area of Butwal

The District Administration Office, Rupendehi has imposed a curfew in the Motipur Industrial Area of ​​Butwal and surrounding areas from 4 pm on Sunday. The order issued by Chief District Officer Rishi Ram Tiwari on Sunday states that a curfew has been imposed from 4 pm on Sunday until further orders.

Alternative to democracy is democracy itself: PM Deuba  

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has said the alternative to democracy is democracy itself.