- Monday, 25 November 2024
44 Candidates in the Fray for Eight Posts in Karnali
A total of 44 candidates are competing for eight vacant posts in Karnali Province in the upcoming local-level by-elections scheduled for 1 December. Of these, 41 are from political parties, while three are independent candidates.
Endangered Kusunda culture on brink of extinction
The language and culture of the Kusunda community are on the brink of extinction due to the lack of preservation efforts. As the population of the community declines, its unique language and traditions are on the verge of disappearing. Indra Maya Kusunda, a resident of Dihigaun in Byas Municipality-10, knows only a little of the Kusunda language.
Koshi Province to observe 2082 BS as ‘Visit Koshi Year’
Koshi Province is making preparations to declare upcoming 2082 BS (mid-April 2024 to mid-April 2025) as 'Visit Koshi Year' to promote tourism in the region. Minister for Economic Affairs and Planning of Koshi, Ram Rana, informed about the upcoming scheme of the province while addressing the inauguration of a 'Food Festival' in Ilam on Saturday. Minister Rana said the initiative aims to highlight Koshi Province as a prime tourist destination.
Development of Dolakha priority for Bagmati govt: CM Lama
Chief Minister of Bagmati Province Bahadur Singh Lama (Tamang) has said that the development of Dolakha is a priority for the Bagmati Province Government. Chief Minister Lama said so while speaking at an interaction programme with the Judicial Committee and people’s representatives organised by the Office of the Chief Justice in Charikot on Saturday. Minister Lama, highlighted Dolakha’s tourism potential and assured that the provincial government would support efforts to promote tourism.
Kaligandaki erosion puts Rani Mahal at risk
Stakeholders have expressed concern over the increasing flow of the Kaligandaki River near Rani Mahal in Tansen Municipality-14 of Palpa district. They said that the river's course
CM Kandel touring Karnali to draft development plans
Karnali Province Chief Minister Yam Lal Kandel has said that he is touring districts outside Surkhet to draft development plans for Karnali Province. Speaking at a press meet organise
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Worries over existential threat and ecological imbalance in Kali Gandaki River
Gandaki, Nov 22: Environmentalists and conservationists alike have expressed their concern over the existential threat and ecological imbalance posed by the proposed development projects based on the Kali Gandaki River. The Gandaki river system that lies in the central part of the country originates in the Tibetan plateau and traverses through districts like Mustang, Myagdi, Baglung, Parbat, Syangja and Gulmi and so on to eventually merge into the Ganges in India.The campaigners involved in the 'Kali Gandaki Conservation Campaign' have been pressing for a holistic approach to developmental efforts in and around the River which is one of the vital river systems in the country. Untoward and excessive extraction of soil, stones and other aggregates have threatened the ecological aspect of the river besides risking the lives and livelihood of those depended on the river, the campaigners voiced. The campaigners have called for taking into account sustainable infrastructure development and environmental conservation while advancing proposed mega projects such as Kali Gandaki-Tinau Diversion Multipurpose Project and Kali Gandaki reservoir-based hydro power project among others.At present, environment impact assessment is underway for the 640-mega watt reservoir-based Kali Gandaki hydro power project. The project lies in Baglung and Parbat districts. The Campaign, issuing a press statement, has claimed that both of these projects were not viable projects from river and ecological conservation point of view.The campaigners said that their attention has been drawn towards the Supreme Court dismissing the writ petition against the Kali Gandaki Diversion Project."Such projects could pose adverse effects on those residing nearby the Project sites. The Kali Gandaki river and its ecological balance could be at risk," read the statement issued by coordinator of the Campaign RK Adipta Giri.These proposed projects tend to threaten the natural flow of the river besides destroying the historical, cultural and religious significance of the river, cautioned the statement.Environmentalists worry that the ongoing rampant exploitation of the river and the large development infrastructures based on the river will invite water crisis, loss of biodiversity and geological problems in future. The Campaign has urged all sides concerned not to neglect and keep silent on the looming crisis in the Kali Gandaki due to the increasing humanitarian encroachment. The organisation has called for implementing the development projects in a unique way while at the same time conserving the environment.The Campaign has been stepping up constructive pressure since the past to protect and restore the natural environment of Kaligandaki flowing from the Himalayas. Instituted four years back, the Campaign also organized a programme entitled 'Nadi Saptak', series of poetry recital related to the Kaligandaki river and the need to conserve its natural flow and environment.Campaign coordinator Giri said that they had to launch the campaign as the rampant exploitation of Kali Gandaki will not only destroy the beauty of the river and the river civilization but it will also disturb the human-ecological balance. According to Giri, the growing human encroachment on the Kali Gandaki has led to river pollution, disturbed the plant and animal ecosystem and damage to the biodiversity. He said diversion of the river course and construction of big dam will pose threat to the religious sites, historical structures and natural diversity.Giri, the Campaign coordinator, urged all sides to voice for the protection of the Kaligandaki river ecosystem as it sustains large populations dependent on it. The campaigners have called for keeping the Kaligandaki's natural course intact as it is connected to the spiritual, cultural prestige, biological and nature diversity as well as to human livelihood. Besides, the Kali Gandaki is the only river in the world where the rare 'shaligram' or the ammonite stones are found. The Hindus consider the ammonite stones as the symbol of their god Vishnu. Therefore, the river carried great religious significance to the Hindus. It is feared that increasing encroachment on the river will pose threat to the ammonite stone source. The Kali Gandaki river flows south through Damodarkunda and Muktikshetra in Mustang in the Himalayas and there are many religious heritage sites along its bank downstream. Human encroachment on and exploitation of this river is going on rampantly in the name of sand and aggregates mining for lack of proper and strict policy from the State side.Scores of holy sites on the bank of the Kali Gandaki from Muktinath to Devghatdham are under threat, it is said. (RSS)
Forward7, Sistema.bio to bring subsidized modern biogas technology to small farm owners
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Forward7 Initiative, previously known as the Kingdom’s Clean Fuel Solutions for Cooking, collaborates with Sistema.bio, a global social enterprise known for its modern, innovative biogas technology, to launch an initiative to provide subsidized biodigesters to small farm holders in Nepal and Indonesia.
Immigration Office at Korala shut down
The Immigration Office established at Korala, Nepal’s border with China in Mustang, has been shut down. The closure is attributed to geographical challenges, lack of infrastructure and delays in managing human resources.
14 nests of endangered vultures found in Baitadi
Fourteen nests of endangered vultures have been discovered in Baitadi. Known as ‘nature's scavengers,’ these vultures play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance.
Sudurpaschim tourism sites devoid of visitors
The Sudurpaschim Province government has spent over Rs. 1.21 billion on tourism infrastructure across various districts to attract tourists, yet most of these sites remain deserted.
One dead in road accident in Kailali
A person died when a motorcycle went out of control and collided in a bridge at Kailali.
Historical Ranipauwa Dharamshala being dilapidated
The historical 218 years old Dharamshala (Ranipauwa) at Muktinath built to provide a place to stay for pilgrims visiting Muktinath Temple has been dilapidated owing to lack of maintenance and protection.
