- Wednesday, 21 January 2026
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42 species of birds found in the Narayani River area
The bird census the previous year had found 41 species of birds and it was 42 species this year in the Narayani River area, said DB Chaudhary, Bird Census Coordinator of Chitwan National Park West Sector.
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Local levels to prepare policies to curb violence against women, children
On the occasion, Chief of Women Development Section of Nepalgunj sub-metropolis, Pabitra Giri, shared that the draft of the policy prepared by the local levels would be handed over to executive of the Nepalgunj sub-metropolis within few days and expressed the belief that the policy would help curb sexual harassment against women.
Two members of the Lumbini Provincial Assembly resigns
Two members of the Lumbini Provincial Assembly have resigned from their posts to contest in the House of Representatives (HoR) election that is being held on March 5.
Budget sought to complete Postal Highway works
Work has commenced to complete the remaining 50 kilometres of road construction along the Postal Highway (Hulaki Rajmarg) in the border region of Dang and Banke districts.
Two-day orientation on election management begins
A two-day orientation programme on election management for the chief returning officers, election officers and district election officers from the province and district levels began here today. The programme aims to orient participants on various aspects of election management.
Gulmi's youths to construct lake at Ridi
Local youths of Gulmi's Ruru area have started constructing a lake at Ridi by diverting the river's flow. Eight local youths are working to construct a permanent lake with their own investment of Rs. 10 million. The youths plan to operate boating services from the upcoming Maghe Sankranti fair. As the lake is being developed by blocking the river stretch from Ridi Bridge to Tinmukhe Bridge, there is a temporary plan to operate two jet boats, each with a capacity of 11 people. Businessman Rabi Lal Pantha, one of the investors in the project, said there are plans to build a permanent lake with an RCC dam next year.
Relocation begins after landslide kills 10 in Bisauna
The process of relocating a settlement has begun in Tham Bisauna of Musikot Municipality-1 after 10 people lost their lives in landslides. Residents have been displaced since last year following repeated landslides in the area.
As FMTC stops purchase, Banke farmers selling rice at low prices
Although 160,000 tonnes of paddy was produced in Banke this year, the Food Management and Trading Company Limited (FMTC), Nepalgunj, purchased only 20,000 quintals from farmers. The company has stopped procurement after purchasing 20,294 quintals, slightly exceeding its fixed quota of 20,000 quintals. According to the Agricultural Knowledge Centre, Banke, a total of 1.6 million quintals of paddy were produced in the district this year.
Rising maternity cases strain Bheri Hospital’s limited staff and facilities
The closure of the mother safety program at two large private hospitals in the Banke district has led to a significant increase in the pressure on maternity services at Bheri Hospital.
Citizenship issued in mother's name for the first time in Banke
The District Administration Office, Banke has issued a citizenship certificate in mother's name for the first time in the district.
Agriculture vital to ensure food security: Minister Pariyar
Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Dr Madan Pariyar, has said the agriculture sector plays a vital role in ensuring food security. In order to realize food security, all three tiers of government need to work in unison, he stressed.
Pedestrian dies in road accident
A pedestrian has died after being hit by a truck at Gaindakot in Nawalpur, Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta East) along the East-West Highway.
Construction of four-lane bridge connecting Nepalgunj-Gulariya in full swing
The construction of a four-lane bridge on the Pedari Nala in Khajura Bazaar, Khajura Rural Municipality-3, Banke, along the Nepalgunj-Gulariya road section is progressing at a rapid pace.
