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Bhotekoshi flood death toll reaches 734

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KATHMANDU: The death toll from the floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river systems has climbed to 734, while 2,498 people are still unaccounted for, according to the latest government data. The National Disaster Risk Reduction[ ... ]

Two Chinese planes arrive in Kathmandu with relief supplies

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KATHMANDU: Two Chinese military cargo planes landed in Kathmandu on Sunday morning carrying relief supplies for victims of the Bhotekoshi floods. Minister for Innovation Mahabir Pun received the relief supplies from Chinese Ambassador to Nepal[ ... ]

Upper Mustang glacier monitoring finds no immediate risk

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MUSTANG: On-site and drone-based monitoring has begun to assess potential glacier and flood risks in the high-mountain areas of Upper Mustang. Officials said no immediate signs of risk have been detected in the areas monitored[ ... ]

Bhotekoshi flood death toll reaches 734

KATHMANDU: The death toll from the floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river systems has climbed to 734, while 2,498 people are still unaccounted for, according to the latest government data. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), in its search, rescue and relief…

PM Shah says all state mechanisms fully mobilised for flood response

KATHMANDU: Prime Minister Balendra Shah (Balen) has said that all state mechanisms have been mobilised…

Supreme Court rejects Deuba and Khadka’s plea to halt Nepali Congress general convention

KATHMANDU: The Supreme Court has refused to issue an interim order seeking to halt the…

Nepal, India and China must cooperate to tackle climate disasters: Lamichhane

KATHMANDU: Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane has called for greater cooperation among Nepal,…

SC rejects Deuba’s bid to halt Nepali Congress general convention

KATHMANDU: The Supreme Court has rejected former Nepali Congress president Sher Bahadur Deuba’s request to…

Gas shortage fears trigger long lines in Kathmandu (Pics)

KATHMANDU: A rush of consumers seeking cooking gas led to long lines at the National Trading branch office in Teku, highlighting rising anxiety over the…

Harishayani Ekadashi being observed today

KATHMANDU: Harishayani Ekadashi, one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar, is being observed across Nepal today. The day marks the beginning of…

President Paudel calls for adoption of yoga as a way of life

KATHMANDU: President Ram Chandra Paudel has urged people to adopt yoga as an integral part of their daily lives, emphasizing its role in promoting physical, mental,…

Economic Digest: A Snapshot of Nepal’s Business News

KATHMANDU: Economic Digest presents a brief yet comprehensive roundup of major business developments in Nepal, delivered in clear and accessible summaries. Nepal’s response to the Bhotekoshi floods has rapidly expanded from emergency rescue to a…

Education Ministry holds talks with University Vice-Chancellors on legal reforms

KATHMANDU: The Ministry of Education and Sports held discussions with vice-chancellors of federal universities and other stakeholders on Tuesday as

NSEC calls off protest following Rs 5,000 monthly salary hike

KATHMANDU: The Nepal School Employees Council (NSEC) has suspended its planned protest after the government announced a monthly salary increase

Minister Pokharel calls for joint efforts to reform education sector

KAILALI: Minister for Education and Sports Sasmit Pokharel has called for coordinated efforts among the federal, provincial and local governments

Dr. Baral appointed Vice-Chancellor of Kathmandu University

KATHMANDU: Prof. Dr. Bibek Baral has been appointed vice-chancellor of Kathmandu University. Prime Minister Balendra Shah, who also serves as

WHO to send medicines and health equipment for Bhotekoshi flood victims

KATHMANDU: The World Health Organization (WHO) is preparing to provide essential medicines and medical equipment…

More than 338,000 people receive eye care services

TULSIPUR: More than 338,000 people received eye care services through eye health programmes operated by…

Low-fat vegan diet may help people lose weight without eating less: Research

WASHINGTON DC: A low-fat vegan diet may support weight loss without the need to count…

Govt urges public to take precautions against Japanese Encephalitis

KATHMANDU: The government has urged the public to take precautions against Japanese encephalitis (JE), a…

Free eye camp conducted at Nakhu Prison

KATHMANDU: Nepal Eye Hospital recently organized a free eye screening camp at Nakhu Prison, providing…

Five arrested for jewelry theft in Myagdi

MYAGDI: Police have arrested five people from Bara and Parsa for allegedly stealing jewelry in…

16 arrested with drugs in separate incidents across Nepal

KATHMANDU: Police have arrested 16 people with various types of drugs in separate incidents across…