- Tuesday, 21 April 2026
TRN Online
Couple buried in landslide, daughter rescued
Prem Kumari, a ward member of Barekot Rural Municipality-6 and her husband Man Bahadur Chalune, were buried in a landslide that took place in Dhuma of the Rural Municipality.
Quality and life skills education government's priority, says PM Oli
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that quality and life skills education is priority of the present government, while ensuring the fundamental right to education.
Karnali highway blocked by landslide
As a result, the highway remains completely blocked for traffic due to the mud-slip that took place at Ismod and Gaganekhola located in Shubhkalika rural municipality-1 of Kalikot under the Surkhet-Jumla road of the highway.
Heavy rainfall likely in Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki
Light rainfall is taking place this morning in one or two places of Gandaki and Karnali provinces, with partial to normal rainfall in remaining parts of the country. This is due to the monsoon, which is still active in the country, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.
One dies of diarrhea
A person has died due to diarrhea in Janaki Rural Municipality. Thirty-four-year-old Holi Teli of Belhari in ward no. 5 of the Municipality has died, according to Health Office Information Officer, Naresh Shrestha.
TikTok Returns
With the Nepal Telecommunications Authority instructing all mobile and internet service providers on Friday to lift the 10-month-old ban on TikTok, the government has scrapped the restriction imposed on the popular social media app. Disruption to social harmony was cited as the reason behind the ban. TikTok’s popularity soared in Nepal in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic, reaching over two million active users. At the time, the news of ban elicited mixed responses from Nepalis at home and abroad. While some happily welcomed it as the need of the hour for freeing themselves as well as their time off the claws of the highly addictive app, others likened it to a regressive step aimed at curbing free speech – in the name of safeguarding social harmony – that boded ill for the country's image of liberal democracy. There were also accusations that, since many users vent their anger and frustration at the government and mock the political leaders through it, the government couldn't tolerate it and saw it as a threat to social order. Nonetheless, Nepal is far from being the only country to have taken that measure
Tackling Epidemic Of Loneliness
Loneliness has paradoxically become a growing epidemic that may take its toll on both physical and mental health if left unaddressed. People are reporting feelings of isolation more than ever before despite social media, instant messaging, and a myriad of platforms that promise to keep us connected. This dichotomy raises important questions about the nature of human connection and the role technology plays in our emotional well-being. In today’s hyper-connected world, the feeling of loneliness is
Support Rural Libraries
In the remote villages of Nepal, modest libraries often serve as the sole source of education and information for their residents. These libraries are invaluable to many rural families, providing access to books and learning materials. They play a crucial role in the community by offering educational programmes, digital access, and community events, bridging the gap between isolated areas and broader educational opportunities. By fostering a love for reading and supporting lifelong learning, rural libraries play a pivotal role in enhancing community development and enriching the lives of their residents. However, these institutions face severe challenges. Many rural libraries struggle to meet the demands of their communities due to limited resources and systemic issues. Rural libraries often grapple with a host of challenges of having too few up-to-date books, journals, and educational materials, making it hard for the libraries to meet their patron's needs. The libraries also don't have enough computers and internet access. This makes it tough
Kamala makes millions out of mushroom cultivation
Kamala Balami of Ward No. 8, Resunga Municipality, has emerged as a prominent figure in mushroom cultivation in the district. At 42 years old, Kamala's journey from Japan to a thriving mushroom business in Tamghas is a story of perseverance and innovation. Kamala went to Japan in 2008, where she earned between Rs. 350,000 and 400,000 monthly. Despite her earnings, she had no savings and returned to Nepal in 2011. Upon her return, Kamala started commercial edible fern farming in 2017, alongside raising cattle and goats. However, she shifted her focus entirely to mushroom cultivation after discontinuing livestock farming. Over the past four years, Kamala has established a successful mushroom farming operation. Starting with a small setup in 2019, her business has grown significantly. Currently, she manages 70 mushroom tunnels and produces 700 kg of mushrooms daily. With a monthly turnover of around Rs. 3 million, Kamala nets between Rs. 350,000 and 400,000 after expenses. Her business not only supports her family but also employs 25-30 people.
Kohalpur takes initiatives to establish milk powder plant
Kohalpur Municipality of Banke has taken initiative to establish a milk powder plant in Kohalpur. A team led by Mayor of Kohalpur Municipality Purna Prasad Acharya met with the Minister of Agriculture and Livestock Development of Federal government Ramnath Adhikari and other high government officials and submitted the demand letter to establish the powder plant. Mayor Acharya said that they have met with Minister Adhikari along with Rajendra Prasad Yadav, executive chairman of the National Dairy Development Board, and submitted a demand letter to establish a powder milk factory.
Minister Adhikari urges to complete flower, fruit market soon
Minister of Agriculture and Livestock Development Ramnath Adhikari has directed to complete the construction of wholesale market for flowers and fruits under construction at Chobhar in Kathmandu quickly. He instructed the concerned authority to complete the construction work of the market at the earliest while inspecting the under-construction market at Chobhar on Friday. The work of multi-storey buildings, which started in 2016 and was supposed to be completed within two years, has not yet been completed. The 11th extended deadline for the completion of the project is only a few days to be completed. However, there is still 13 per cent work left of the buildings under construction within the area of 23 ropanis of land.
Farmers are excited after cardamom prices increase
Cardamom farmers of Dhankuta are happy after getting good price for cardamom which has been low for a long time. Currently, the price of cardamom is Rs. 84,000 per man (40 kgs). Although the new production of cardamom has started, the farmers said that they were happy to get a good price. Nirmal Syangden, a cardamom farmer of Pakhribas Municipality-2, said that they were happy as the price of cardamom did not decrease even though new harvesting of cardamom has started. In the past, after the farmer's production ended, the price increased and it decreased as soon as the production started. "Farmers have not been able to recover their investment for the past few years, but this year, we have received a good price," said Syangden.
Residents of Nati Khola relieved as clean water ends daily struggle
Residents of Nati Khola village in Himali Rural Municipality-2 of Bajura district are overjoyed following the construction of water taps in each household. Previously, locals were forced to walk an hour every day to fetch muddy water from the river. With the construction of water taps in every household, they are now overjoyed. Biskula Budha, a local, said, "We used to drink muddy river water because there was no clean drinking water in the village. Fetching water was always a constant worry. Now, clean and fresh drinking water is available right in our courtyard." Budha said that toilets, which had been dirty due to the lack of water, were now clean after the installation of water taps in the homes.
Government assistance falls short leaving many Haliyas in hardship
The government declared the emancipation of Haliyas (bonded laborers) 16 years ago. However, it is still difficult for freed Haliyas to make their living. Although the government announced the Haliya liberation on September 6, 2008, the freed Haliyas complain that their problems persist because demands for employment, education, health and other necessities have not been addressed. Freed Haliya Tulsi Sarki, 35, has four children. He has no land to farm. Working as a daily wage laborer provides only enough for one meal a day. He said, "Even working the whole month, it's difficult to afford food and clothing. How are we supposed to raise our children? Although the government declared the Haliya liberation, the problems remain the same." The government provided Rs. 325,000 rupees to build a house. Freed Haliya Ram Bahadur Tamata said, "It cost Rs. 1.5 million to build the house. The government said it would provide education to our children and employment for us, but it did not. It's difficult to sustain our lives. Even though they provided five ropanis of land and some expenses to build a house, it is not sufficient."
Malnutrition rises despite Koseli programme in Baitadi
Despite the implementation of the Koseli programme by local municipalities, aimed at boosting nutrition with the distribution of food items such as eggs, ghee and chicken, malnutrition among children in the district is on the rise. The programme, led by the deputy head of the municipality, has not effectively addressed the decreasing cultivation of local, nutritious crops such as Millet, Maduro, Chino and Buckwheat. According to statistics from the Health Office in Baitadi, 1,934 children were found to be malnourished in the fiscal year 2022/23, with 312 classified as severely malnourished. This increase in malnutrition is linked to the diminishing cultivation of nutrient-rich local crops, which are vital for improving overall dietary health.
