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A 13-year-old boy, Yukesh Rai, died after drowning in a rainwater-filled pit near Karra Khola in Hetauda-6 while swimming with several friends on Saturday afternoon. Rescue teams recovered him from the water and rushed him to Hetauda Hospital, where medical staff pronounced him dead.
Nepal's proposed Blue Bus service did not begin on its scheduled launch date after the government failed to complete its operational agreement with Sajha Yatayat. Officials say discussions are close to completion, but the women-focused transport service cannot move forward until the remaining administrative process is finalized.
Electricity bills across Nepal are set to increase from Shrawan 1 as the government starts implementing a new VAT policy. Household consumers using more than 50 units will pay 5% VAT on excess consumption, while commercial, industrial and institutional users will face a 13% VAT.
Tomato transport from Kalimati to markets outside the Kathmandu Valley has started after tomato farmers protested at Maitighar over low prices. Following talks with Agriculture Minister Gita Chaudhary, the government launched the initiative to improve market access, strengthen the supply system, and help farmers receive fair prices for their produce.
Vegetable farmers staged a protest at Maitighar Mandala by dumping tomatoes on the road, saying they can no longer recover even their production costs because of poor prices and weak market support. They urged the government to introduce fair pricing, stronger protection for local produce, and immediate reforms to prevent farmers from being pushed out of agriculture.
Grass cutting and maintenance have begun at Dasharath Stadium after the playing field became overgrown during the rainy season and drew widespread public criticism. Authorities have started restoring Nepal's premier sports venue to competition-ready condition following concerns over its neglected state.
A young man from Rautahat suffered serious burn injuries after attempting self-immolation and has been referred to Kathmandu for specialized treatment. The incident has renewed concern as Nepal witnesses another case of extreme self-harm within days of a similar tragedy that shocked the nation.
Pokhara Metropolitan City has rescued more than 320 abandoned cattle, reducing road accidents while supporting animal welfare through milk production and organic compost at Pushkarani Paropakar Gokuldham.
The Darchula Dumling Suspension Bridge campaign, led by Shram Sanskriti Party Chairman Harka Sampang, has publicly released its complete financial report, detailing more than NPR 25 million in donations and over NPR 12.9 million spent on construction and related expenses. Organisers say the disclosure reflects their commitment to transparency and public accountability while thanking thousands of supporters who contributed to the people-funded project.
Nepal's Dasharath Stadium has become overgrown with tall grass as the country's football remains suspended from international competition following FIFA's ban on ANFA. The neglected condition of Nepal's only international football stadium has sparked fresh concerns over infrastructure, governance and the future of the sport.
The Government of Nepal and Kathmandu Metropolitan City have signed a nine-point agreement with the family of Ganesh Nepali, promising an independent investigation, financial relief, employment for his wife, education support for his daughter, and other assistance following his death after a self-immolation attempt.
Around 400 meter interest victims have marched nearly 100 kilometers from Janakpur toward Kathmandu, demanding action against illegal money lenders, stronger laws, and implementation of previous government agreements.
Nepal’s national anthem is more than a patriotic song it marks the country’s shift from praising a king to celebrating its people, diversity, sacrifice, and shared identity. This article explores what its 46 words really mean, how the anthem was chosen, and the legal rules most Nepalis still do not know.
Bishnu Thapa, a 41-year-old scooter rider, lost his life after an oxygen cylinder exploded in Makalbari, Gokarneshwor-4, Kathmandu, on Friday morning. Police are examining the incident to identify the cause of the explosion and determine whether careless handling or a breach of transport safety rules played a role.
The death of 25-year-old Ganesh Nepali after a self-immolation attempt has triggered a youth-led protest at Maitighar Mandala, where demonstrators demanded justice and a full investigation. The case has drawn wider attention to the pressures faced by low-income workers and the conduct of public authorities during enforcement actions.
Ganesh Nepali, who was undergoing treatment at Bir Hospital after suffering severe burn injuries in a self-immolation attempt, has died. The Home Ministry has called an emergency discussion, and Home Minister Sudan Gurung is preparing to visit the hospital.
Gandaki Province Legalizes Marijuana Cultivation For Medicinal And Industrial Use As Provincial Assembly Unanimously Passes New Law To Boost Investment, Create Jobs And Support Industrial Growth
Nepal Government To Cover Full Treatment Cost Of Burn Victim Ganesh Nepali And Prepare Immediate Transfer To AIIMS New Delhi For Advanced Medical Care After Passport Department Incident
Lalitpur Metropolitan City is preparing to start home-based health services from Shrawan through the 1131 call service. The plan is expected to help senior citizens, people with disabilities, long-term patients, and emergency patients, while also highlighting the health service gap in rural Nepal.
Sajha Yatayat has confirmed that its upcoming Blue Bus service will continue operating with its signature green buses, dismissing viral AI-generated and edited images showing blue-painted buses. The women-friendly service is set to begin from Shrawan 1 with free travel for women on eight electric buses equipped with CCTV cameras.
DDC Milk Quality Improves After PMO Action As Substandard Milk Is Destroyed, Staff Face Action, Farmer Payments Speed Up, Sales Grow Strongly, And New Export Plans Move Ahead
