- Monday, 13 April 2026
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Precipitation due to influence of Westerly wind
The Westerly wind coupled with local wind has general impact in the country at present, the Meteorological Forecasting Division said. The weather is partly to generally cloudy in Koshi Province and partly cloudy to generally clear in the rest of the provinces due to this.
Tanahun farmers demand steps to control monkey menace
Farmers in Tanahun have demanded for an immediate programme to control the monkey menace. They have complained that the monkeys destroy not only the standing crops in the fields but also the food stored inside their homes. The farmers complained that they have to stay alert at all time to chase the simians away
'Search and vaccine' campaign in Nepalgunj
Children who were missed out on different life-saving vaccinations within Nepalgunj municipality in Banke are now being administered the vaccine service again.
Sanjeev Singh Rana supports differently abled children
Singer Sanjeev Singh Rana, known for his popular song ‘Dhan Mage Ta Chhaina’ has been actively involved in philanthropic activities, dedicating a portion of the income he made from singing to support various social causes.
Albatross touring to launch 'Raat Ko Rani'
Albatross, a Nepali rock band, has come up with their new album ‘Raat Ko Rani’ and is currently in Nepal tour for its album launch.
Nepal, Bangladesh to ink deal to build Sunkoshi-III hydropower project
A Nepal-Bangladesh Secretary-level Joint Steering Committee (JSC) meeting has made significant decisions on the construction and management of the cross-border transmission lines, the Sunkoshi-III hydropower project and the cross-border electricity trade.
Minister Limbu urges youths to promote country's identity
Minister for Youth and Sports Dig Bahadur Limbu stressed the need for the youths to come forward with a campaign of promoting country's identity.
Revenue of Rs 50 million raised through passport camp in Portugal
Revenue amounting to Rs 52.2 million has been collected from the passport service camp that was operated targeting Nepali immigrants facing passport related problems in Portugal.
No alternative to accepting SC's verdict: Convict Chaudhary
Patron of Nagarik Unmukti Party and convict of Tikapur carnage, Resham Chaudhary, has said he had no option but to accept the verdict issued by the Supreme Court on his case.
Fake Bhutanese scam: detention extended for three more days
The District Court, Kathmandu has given permission to the Nepal Police to extend detention of all 14 arrested in connection with fake Bhutanese refugee scam for three more days.
Rights of sexual and gender minorities still overshadowed: Minister Acharya
Kathmandu, May 17: Minister for Women, Children and Senior Citizen, Surendra Raj Acharya, has said rights of sexual and gender minorities are still overshadowed. At a programme organised by Mitini Nepal here on Wednesday on the occasion of International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, Minister Acharya opined that the rights of sexual and gender minorities are still under shadow though their movement started two decades ago. "There is a condition where the people from sexual and gender minorities community have to live with discriminatory behaviour. The Ministry is committed to protect and ensure rights of minorities", he shared. Similarly, Chairperson of National Human Rights Commission, Top Bahadur Magar, mentioned that the Commission was committed for dignified life of minorities' community, adding it was effortful to protect and promote rights of such community. "Their rights and needs have been given top priority as recommendation to the government to legalize same-sex marriage", he added. Likewise, Chairperson of National Women Rights Commission, Kamala Kumari Parajuli, said the Commission has been making efforts to bring the people from sexual and gender minority community to the mainstream of the state. It was necessary to give an outlet to the problems of such community including recognition, citizenship and marriage as per the legal provision, she opined. President of the Federation of Nepali Journalists, Bipul Pokhrel, expressed the view that media has played significant role to strengthen state's role in protecting rights of minorities. Stating that voices have been raised to ensure rights of minorities, Mitini Nepal Chairperson Laxmi Ghalan pointed out that all sides should be united to make it meaningful. On the occasion, Minister Acharya unveiled a book 'Sadhai Sangai: Bibidhatama Ekata. The book has incorporated real stories sexual and gender minorities. This Day is celebrated every year on May 17 globally by sexual and gender minority communities.(RSS)
IT services should be made easily accessible, reasonable and qualitative: Minister Sharma
She said service providers should think seriously about the fact that there is no qualitative mobile services in remote areas and reminded that the government is striving to narrow the gap between those who have and don't have access to IT.
Russia seeks proposals, offering assistance to build 13 development projects
As per the discussion then held, Russia has showed interest in providing assistance for the East-West electric railway, constructing railways in Kathmandu similar to the one in Moscow, Pokhara-Ridi road that goes through Parbat.
16-year-old Chinese youth scales Everest
A 16-year-old Chinese girl has ascended Mount Everest with the onset of the Spring Season.
Photojournalists submit memo to Prime Minister
The National Forum of Photojournalists (NFPJ), Nepal submitted a memorandum of its demands to Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' today. The team led by the president of the group, Pradeep Raj Onta, reached the Prime Minister's residence Baluwatar today and submitted the seven-point memorandum.
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