- Saturday, 11 April 2026
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'Implementation of Nepal's commitments made in 3rd cycle of UPR seems dismal'
A meeting of the Committee on Law, Justice and Human Rights held today discussed the status of implementation of the recommendations received from the UPR report. The meeting also held discussions about the preparations of the 4th UPR.
'Meeting between Chair Oli and former President Bhandari positive'
At a time when the debate surfaced in the party and political milieu whether it was right for the former President Bhandari to return to party politics, the meeting between the top figures is expected to help fizzle out the debate.
By-election in Rupandehi-3 to be held on Nov 3
Nomination will be held on 7 October while the final name-list of candidates will be published on 9 October along with the election symbol of the candidates.
PM Oli and former President Bhandari hold meeting
A meeting between Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and former president Bidya Devi Bhandari was held today. According to Rajendra Gautam, Chief of the Publicity and Publication Department of CPN-UML, the meeting is underway at the Party Office Chyasal, Lalitpur.
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Proportional representation should be ensured within direct election system: NC President Deuba
Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba has said that proportional representation should be ensured within the direct election system. He said so while accepting a memorandum submitted by a team including Bhakta Bishwakarma, Chairman of the Nepal Voter Rights Forum, at his residence in Budhanilkantha today, regarding amendments to the draft of the 'Bill to Amend and Consolidate Laws Related to Elections'. President Deuba opined that proportional representation is necessary within direct elections because it directly connects with the people.
Will provide free treatment for Type 1 Diabetes: Health Minister
Minister for Health and Population, Pradip Paudel, has shared that preparation has been made to provide test and treatment of Pediatric Diabetes, also known as 'Type 1 Diabetes', free of cost. At a programme organised at Gaindakot of Nawalpur on Sunday, Health Minister Paudel opined that the ministry has been carrying out activities to provide such service in all seven provinces for free.
Landslides, floods block 11 national highways
Continuous rainfall throughout the country has triggered floods and landslides, resulting in the complete blockage of 11 national highways across the country. According to the Police Headquarters, the incessant rain since Saturday evening has led to the obstruction of these 11 major highways. Among the affected roadways are the Koshi Highway in Sankhuwasabha, Mechi Highway in Panchthar, Tamor Corridor Road section in Panchthar, and the Mid-Hill Highway in Panchthar.
PM Oli and former president Bhandari to meet this afternoon
A meeting between Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and former president Bidya Devi Bhandari is scheduled for this afternoon.
Flood, landslide obstruct several roads including Mechi highway
Most of the roads in Panchthar including Mechi highway, Pushpa Lal highway and Tamor corridor have been obstructed due to flood following incessant rainfall occurred from Saturday night.
Blocked Mid-Hill Highway reopens
The Mid-Hill Highway in Golanjor Rural Municipality-3, Baseri, Sindhuli, which was blocked due to a landslide, is now open to traffic.
Jomsom-Korala road obstructed due to flood and landslide
The Jomsom-Korala roadway linking Upper Mustang has been completely obstructed since the morning today due to landslide and flood following incessant rainfall.
Prime Minister Oli's advisory to avoid long journeys except emergency
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has urged all citizens to avoid long journeys unless emergency and to stay in safe places.
Nepal participates in World Veterinary Association General Assembly
Representing both Nepal Veterinary Association and he SAARC Regional Veterinary Association, Dr. Sital Kaji Shrestha, General Secretary of SAARC Regional Veterinary Association, addressed the 2025 General Assembly of World Veterinary Association (WVA GA) in Washington D.C, USA.
Body of man missing after landslide found
Parbat, July 20: The body of a man missing along with his wife after a landslide buried their house in Langdi, Deurali of Modi Rural Municipality-3 has been recovered. Chhabilal Bishwakarma, 78, and his wife Bishnumati, 76, had gone missing after their one-storey house was buried in the incident that took place last night. The couple's daughter-in-law, Pabitra, 32, managed to escape the landslide by jumping out of the house. The body of Bishwakarma was found buried by locals and security personnel, said Rabin Bista, Deputy Superintendent of Police at the District Police Office. The search for Bishnumati is underway. (RSS)
Heavy rainfall in various parts of the country: 151 mm rainfall recorded in Lumle
Heavy to very heavy rainfall has been recorded to have taken place in various parts of the country in the last 12 hours. According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, the highest rainfall of 151 mm has been recorded in Lumle, Kaski.
