- Thursday, 21 May 2026
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MoFA furnishes suggestions to reduce impact of ongoing tensions in West Asia
During a press conference held on Friday, Ministry Spokesperson Lok Bahadur Paudel Chhetri shared major points of the inter-ministerial high-level task force that was established to study the West Asia crisis and its impact in Nepal. The report stresses the need for the government to create comprehensive policies and action plans so that diverse impacts of this adversity could be minimized.
Speaker Aryal observes e-attendance system
Speaker at the House of Representatives, Dol Prasad Aryal, has reviewed the upcoming sign language service and e-attendance system that are being launched in the federal parliament building.
Forest technicians call for controlling forest encroachment
Nepal Forest Technicians' Association in Lumbini Province emphasized the urgency of controlling encroachment upon forests.
Scooter rider dies in accident
A scooter rider was killed after a jeep hit her vehicle at Sapahichowk of Laxminiya Rural Municipality-4 in Dhanusha on Friday. The deceased has been identified as local Punam Shah, 30.
Large forest fire breaks out in Ukraine's Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
A forest fire covering 1,100 hectares has broken out at the Exclusion Zone around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, the State Service for Emergencies said on Friday.
Government reaffirms diplomatic push to resolve Lipulek, Kalapani border disputes
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said that the government is making efforts to resolve the border issues concerning the Limpiyadhura, Lipulek and Kalapani areas through diplomatic means.
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Kanchanpur-based institutional schools directed not to overcharge students
Unit Chief Laxman Giri said that complaints have been received that some institutional schools have overcharged students, collected annual fees under various headings, and charged exam fees for the new admission. They are alleged of not providing official payment slips as well.
EU reaffirms its commitment to support Nepal in essential sectors
The European Union (EU) has shown its dedication to assist Nepal in vital areas identified by the current government.
Kirati joins Shram Sanskriti Party
Sudan Kirati, former Minister and member of the Presidium Council of Pragatisheel Loktantrik Party (PLP), joined the Sharam Sanskriti Party on Friday.
Enhance disaster preparedness for improved forecasting: Minister Shrestha
Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Biraj Bhakta Shrestha, has said it is essential to enhance disaster preparedness for effective weather forecasting, which he argued, would help minimize human and property loss.
'Koshi Province for adventure tourism'
Chief Minister of Koshi Province, Hikmat Kumar Karki, has said Koshi Province government would promote adventurous tourism to make the province known to international arena. Even the international sports would be organized here.
Natikaji Memorial Society honours 21 artists
Kathmandu, May 8: The Natikaji Memorial Society honoured 21 artists from various genres during a function held at the Office of the President today. President Ramchandra Paudel presented honours and awards. The 'Natikaji National Special Music Award' was presented to Narayan Kumar Acharya, Sabu Gadal Karki, Birendra Pathak, Shashi Gurung, Ganesh Parajuli, Jujukaji Ranjit, Asta Lama, Dr Bhimarjun Acharya and Nirwan Singh Gurung.Similarly, the 'Natikaji National Music Award' was confirmed on Manoj Khadka, Roshan Gurung, Tara Prakash Limbu, Sarita Shahi, Chand Singh, Maheswar Man Rajbhandari, while the 'Natikaji New Talent Award' was presented to Bipana Tamang, Sahima Shrestha and Suresh Lama. The 'Natikaji National Classical Music Award' was conferred on Pramod Upadhyay, according to Society Chair Shambhujeet Banskota. Similarly, Anant Wagle and Gita Adhikari received the 'Natikaji National Art Journalism Award'. Chair Banskota said Natikaji, a legendry Nepali singer, musician and lyricist, explored and practiced music as a powerful creative tool for awakening the society.His creations reflect a fusion of patriortism, love for culture, human emotions, and extraordinary life philosophy, which have greatly contributed to elevating Nepali music to new heights. (RSS)
Wife dies, husband injured in Nawalpur road mishap
A woman got killed while her husband sustained injuries in a road accident that occurred on Friday afternoon along the East-West Highway at Thumsi in Gaidakot Municipality-9, Nawalpur district.
Hantavirus outbreak risk to public 'absolutely low': WHO
The World Health Organization said Friday the risk to the public of a deadly hantavirus strain in a cruise ship outbreak was minimal, as it spreads only through "very close contact".
Student organisations dismissed as per commitment paper: Minister Pokharel
Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Sasmit Pokharel, has shared that student organisations were revoked in accordance with their commitment paper.
