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Sara Pahari

The author is currently pursuing Bachelor' degree in Journalism.
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Catastrophic floods devastate Thame village as one person goes missing

Published On: August 17, 2024 08:05 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, Aug 17: Thame village, located in the scenic Khumbu region of Solukhumbu district, has always been a peaceful place, home to communities that depend on the region's natural beauty and tourism. However, on Friday, the tranquility was shattered as the village became the epicenter of a devastating flood.

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Role of traffic police under scrutiny as tragic accident in Bhaktapur claims a life

Published On: August 15, 2024 10:15 PM NPT By: Sara Pahari

The fatal accident occurred when a truck hit and dragged the scooter that had been stopped by traffic police for inspection.

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HoR endorses Bill to amend TJ Act, paving way for resolution of conflict-era HR violation cases

Published On: August 15, 2024 09:00 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, Aug 15: The House of Representatives (HoR) has passed the much-awaited Bill on Transitional Justice (TJ), which seeks to amend the Enforced Disappearances Enquiry, Truth, and Reconciliation Commission (Third Amendment) Act 2024.

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Fatal helicopter crash raises alarm on aviation safety

Published On: August 9, 2024 09:05 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, Aug 9:  The recent Air Dynasty helicopter crash, which claimed five lives, has sent shockwaves through Nepal's aviation industry.

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Five killed as Nepal suffers another aviation tragedy in two weeks

Published On: August 8, 2024 08:05 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, Aug 8: Nepal's skies, often celebrated for their stunning views, were marred by yet another tragedy on Wednesday, with an Air Dynasty helicopter with five people including captain crashing in Nuwakot.

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The science of why friends make us feel good

Published On: August 4, 2024 05:38 PM NPT By: Sara Pahari

Happy Friendship Day! Today, we celebrate those special bonds that enrich our lives, make them happier, full of laughter and more meaningful. Friendship Day is celebrated every year on the first Sunday of August.

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SC mandates 20-meter buffer zone for Kathmandu valley rivers

Published On: August 3, 2024 10:05 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, Aug 3: The Supreme Court (SC) of Nepal has directed the authorities concerned to create a 20-meter buffer zone along the banks of all rivers in the Kathmandu Valley in order to mitigate flooding and protect the river ecosystems.

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NEB Grade 12 results out, 52.91 percent pass the exams

Published On: August 3, 2024 08:20 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, Aug 3: The National Examination Board (NEB), Sanothimi, released the grade 12 results on its website on Friday.

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Nepal: Transitional justice process set to advance as parties resolve differences on key issues

Published On: August 2, 2024 09:35 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, Aug 2: After years of political wrangling and stalled progress amid differing stances among major political parties on key issues of transitional justice, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) bill is set to be passed by the current parliamentary session.

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Nepal’s aviation tragedies: 108 crashes in seven decades claim 959 lives

Published On: July 26, 2024 12:00 PM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, July 26: Nepal has a long history of air accidents, with the first recorded incident occurring on 30 August 1955, in Simara, which resulted in the deaths of two crew members. The most recent tragedy took place on July 24, 2024, when a Saurya Airlines plane crashed at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), claiming the lives of 18 out of 19 passengers on board.

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Crash raises concerns about its impact on tourism and transport industries

Published On: July 26, 2024 08:05 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, July 26: The Saurya Airlines crash, coming on the heels of a recent bus accident on the Narayanghat-Mugling road section, has sparked widespread concern about the safety of both air and land travel in Nepal.

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Saurya Airlines plane crash claims 18 lives, including three members of one family, captain the sole survivor

Published On: July 25, 2024 08:00 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, July 24: A Saurya Airlines Bombardier CRJ-200 aircraft crashed at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) while attempting to take off for Pokhara on Wednesday morning, killing 18 out of 19 people on board.

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Ambica Shrestha, the visionary founder of Dwarika’s Hotel and a pioneer of Nepal's heritage tourism, passes away at 92

Published On: July 18, 2024 09:50 PM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, July 18: Ambica Shrestha, the esteemed founder of Dwarika’s Hotel in Battisputali, Kathmandu, has passed away on Thursday at the age of 92. She breathed her last at Mediciti Hospital in Lalitpur after battling pneumonia and rheumatism for the past two months, according to her family members.

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UML Chair Oli sworn in as Prime Minister for the fourth time

Published On: July 16, 2024 08:10 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, July 15: After spending nearly six decades in Nepal's communist movement, KP Sharma Oli, 72, has returned to power for a record fourth term as Prime Minister, forging a new coalition with the Nepali Congress (NC) to secure his latest stint at the helm.

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UML Chair Oli prepares for premiership as Dahal-led govt fails to secure trust vote

Published On: July 12, 2024 09:30 PM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, July 12: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal-led government  collapsed on Friday, 18 months after its formation, as Dahal failed to secure the requisite majority support during a floor test in the federal parliament.

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Oli prepares to assume premiership as PM Dahal gambles on trust vote with just 63 votes in hand

Published On: July 12, 2024 10:04 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, July 12: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal is expecting a formidable challenge to secure a vote of confidence in parliament as he commands less than half of the votes required to secure a majority in the parliament to lead the government.

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Monsoon death toll doubles in three days due to incessant rainfall

Published On: July 8, 2024 09:15 AM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, July 8: Since the onset of the monsoon, a total of 62 people have died, with four people reported missing, and 90 others injured due to monsoon-induced disasters like floods, landslides, and lightning.

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Early monsoon expected to bring relief from sweltering heat across Nepal

Published On: June 10, 2024 09:20 PM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, June 10: The monsoon has made an early entrance into Nepal, marking the onset of the rainy season. The Weather Forecasting Division of the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology announced that the monsoon commenced in Nepal’s Koshi province, three days ahead of the usual date of June 13.

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Transforming daily habits to combat climate change

Published On: June 5, 2024 07:55 PM NPT By: Sara Pahari

On this World Environment Day, the spotlight is on our planet and the critical role each of us plays in preserving its health. One of the most significant ways we can contribute to a sustainable future is by reducing our carbon footprint.

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National consultation workshop advocates to scale up nutrition smart community in Nepal

Published On: April 24, 2024 07:59 PM NPT By: Sara Pahari

KATHMANDU, April 24: Experts stressed on transforming food systems in Nepal as well as nutrition education and the current status of child nutrition to scale up the nutrition smart community in Nepal amidst global challenges.

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