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Experts caution against pyrotechnics during Tihar festivities
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: Environmental experts have cautioned against fireworks during the Tihar festival.
Mahakavi Devkota's 116th birth anniversary being marked...
Mahakavi Devkota's 116th birth anniversary being marked...
Oct 31, 2024KMC to limit waste transport to Banchare Danda to 20 pe...
KMC to limit waste transport to Banchare Danda to 20 pe...
Oct 31, 2024NEFEJ urges govt to act against rising fire and air pol...
NEFEJ urges govt to act against rising fire and air pol...
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Kukur Tihar and Laxmi Puja being observed today
Kukur Tihar and Laxmi Puja being observed today
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: On the third day of Tihar, Nepal's second biggest festival, people across the country are honoring dogs for their loyalty and protection by worshiping them and offering delicious treats.
Police operation affected as six DIG positions remain vacant during critical period
Police operation affected as six DIG positions remain vacant...
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: The day-to-day operation of Nepal Police has been heavily affected as the number of vacancies for the position of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, currently six, reaches eight in November.
Three types of dengue viruses active in Nepal
Three types of dengue viruses active in Nepal
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: The Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases Control Division has confirmed that three types of dengue viruses-serotype-1, serotype-2 and serotype-3 are active in Nepal.
Mayor Shah concerned over 'sorry state' of Singha Durbar Vaidyakhana
Mayor Shah concerned over 'sorry state' of Singha Durbar Vai...
KATHMANDU, Oct 30: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Mayor Balendra Shah has expressed concern over the condition of the Singha Durbar Vaidyakhana Bikas Samiti, saying its status reflected the nation's overall situation.
Import resumes via Rasuwagadhi-Kerung Highway
Import resumes via Rasuwagadhi-Kerung Highway
RASUWA, Oct 30: Imports have resumed through the Rasuwagadhi border point, following the resumption of traffic along the Rasuwagadhi-Kerung highway, which had been blocked due to the recent floods caused by heavy rains.
EDCD reports decline in dengue infections nationwide
EDCD reports decline in dengue infections nationwide
KATHMANDU, Oct 30: The Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD) has reported a decline in dengue infections nationwide this week.
Compensation distribution for Lower Arun Hydropower Project begins
Compensation distribution for Lower Arun Hydropower Project...
SANKHUWASABHA, Oct 30: The distribution of compensation funds has begun for individuals whose lands had been acquired by the 669-megawatt Lower Arun Hydropower Project currently under construction.
SC to continue habeas corpus hearings during Tihar holidays
SC to continue habeas corpus hearings during Tihar holidays
KATHMANDU, Oct 30: The Supreme Court (SC) will continue to hear petitions for writs of habeas corpus during the Tihar holidays.
Weather update for Tihar: Rain, thunder, and snowfall expected
Weather update for Tihar: Rain, thunder, and snowfall expect...
KATHMANDU, Oct 30: The Meteorological Forecasting Division under the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has released a Tihar Special Weather Bulletin detailing the weather for the upcoming four days of the festival.
Ruby Khan signs three-point deal with govt
Ruby Khan signs three-point deal with govt
KATHMANDU, Oct 30: Rubi Khan, who had been agitating since August 9 protesting Nirmala Kurmi's abduction and murder, signed a three-point agreement with the representatives of the Home Ministry.