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Traffic along BP highway resumes after three days
Vehicular movement along BP highway that had come to a standstill for the past three days due to flood has resumed from this morning.
Transparent and accountable journalism backbone of democracy: Speaker Aryal
Extending good wishes on the 126th anniversary of the Gorkhapatra daily today, he said, "Independent, accountable, and respectful journalism is the backbone for the consolidation of democracy. There is a need for media to strongly raise the voice of the citizens and continuously alert for good governance, transparency, and accountability."
2.6 million collected in one day from traffic fines
According to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police, such cases include 99 of drunk-driving, 193 of ride-sharing against the rule, 133 of the violation of traffic signals and 132 of breaching lane discipline.
May Gorkhapatra continue being watchdog of democratic values: President Paudel
In his message of best wishes on the 126th anniversary of Gorkhapatra daily, President Paudel has said that “The role of true, accurate and impartial information is essential in the nation building. May the Gorkhaptra continually to be the watchdog for fearless voice for national unity, social harmony and democratic values.
1,000 to run in Jumla-Rara Ultra Marathon
The entire preparations for the 7th Edition of Jumla-Rara Marathon have been completed, the organizer said. The Karnali Sports Club is scheduled to organize the event on May 9.
Traffic along BP highway resumes after three days
Vehicular movement along BP highway that had come to a standstill for the past three days due to flood has resumed from this morning.
It is our duty to work for people: Communication Minister Dr. Timilsina
"As the government or agencies under the government, we all operate with the tax of the citizens. That means we get facilities from the tax. Therefore, it is our prime duty to work for the citizens. It is time for us all to move ahead thinking whether we have worked for people or not," said Minister Dr. Timilsina.
May Gorkhapatra be more tech-friendly and firm for good governance: PM Shah
"Journalism should not only be mirror of society but also the engine of social transformation. May the Gorkhapatra's upcoming journey become more modern, technology-friendly and firm for good governance. Your creative works will boost materialize dream of prosperous Nepal."
Restructure of Gorkhapatra is essential: Communication Minister Timilsina
Minister for Communication and Information Technology Dr. Bikram Timilsina has said that restructure of Gorkhapatra is essential.
National Journalism Day being marked today
National Journalism Day is being marked with various programmes across the country today. The day marks the anniversary of the first publication of Gorkhapatra, Nepal's oldest state-owned newspaper, which began its weekly publication on Baisakh 24, 1958 BS (1901 AD).
Unseasonal snowfall affects Muktinath Yatra, agriculture in Mustang
The month of May is considered the best season to travel to Mustang district, as the winter season is over and there are slim chances of snowfall and biting cold. But, this is not the reality for Mustang folks this year. The district has witnessed snowfall in recent days, resulting in low temperatures.
Possibility of rain in Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces
Nepal is currently under the influence of a westerly low-pressure system coupled with local winds in the lower atmosphere near the eastern belt of the country. As
Business enterprises urged to participate in National Economic Survey
The National Statistics Office (NSO) has asked all business enterprises across the country to participate in the ongoing Second National Economic Survey. The Second National Economic Survey was started on April 15 and will continue till July 16.
Youth murdered in Kirtipur
According to Police Superintendent Pawan Kumar Bhattarai, spokesperson for the Kathmandu District Police Range, the victim has been identified as Bipin Ghimire of Dhurkot Rural Municipality in Gulmi district. He was seriously injured in the attack and later died.
Air ambulances for suspected hantavirus patients leave Cape Verde: AFP
Two air ambulances sent to retrieve three people believed infected with hantavirus on a cruise ship off Cape Verde left the archipelago nation's airport on Wednesday, an AFP journalist witnessed.
