Author: Tanjid

The tragic death of Prakriti Lamsal, a Nepali student at KIIT University in Odisha, India, has deeply shocked her family and sparked widespread outrage in Nepal. Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba has promised that justice will prevail. The government is committed to ensuring the truth comes to light, and those responsible will be held accountable. Minister Rana Meets Prakriti’s Family Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba and Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak traveled to Bhairahawa to meet with Prakriti’s grieving family. They expressed their deepest condolences and reassured the family of their full support. Minister Rana emphasized that the government…

Preparations for the ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’ are moving forward quickly. The event will be held from May 16-18 in Kathmandu, Nepal. It will focus on the theme “Climate Change, Mountains, and the Future of Humanity.” The goal is to highlight the challenges faced by mountainous and coastal countries due to climate change. This dialogue forum aims to bring together experts, leaders, and stakeholders from around the world to discuss how to address these challenges. The Importance of the Dialogue The ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’ is a significant event for Nepal. It will provide a platform to raise awareness about the environmental issues that…

On Monday, India and Nepal took a significant step toward improving the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at bolstering their cooperation in these crucial areas. The agreement also includes a focus on waste management, ensuring a more sustainable future for both nations. The signing ceremony took place at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi, with two key ministers present: C R Patil, Union Minister of Jal Shakti (India), and Pradeep Yadav, Minister of Water Supply for Nepal. The event underscored the shared commitment of both countries to enhancing public health, improving…

Last week, Kathmandu, Nepal hosted the largest LGBTQIA+ event ever held in the country. Over 600 people from across Asia and the world attended the ILGA-Asia conference. Activists, leaders, and experts gathered to discuss how to improve the lives of queer people in the region. The event took place from February 24 to 28, 2025. ILGA-Asia and Nepal’s Blue Diamond Society (BDS) co-organized the event. The theme of the conference was “Diversity Dynamics: Unifying for a Just, Inclusive, and Sustainable Asia.” The goal was to find better ways to support the LGBTQIA+ community in Asia. Why the Conference Was Important…

Minister for Health and Population, Pradip Paudel, said hospitals can no longer say they do not have medicines. He visited Ilam Hospital and stressed that hospitals under the health insurance program must stock the required medicines. Hospitals Must Keep Essential Medicines The Health Insurance Board has listed 98 medicines that hospitals must have. Minister Paudel said hospitals must follow this rule. “Hospitals cannot say they lack medicines. They must keep the required ones for insured patients,” he said. The government is working to make sure hospitals follow this rule. The Ministry of Health is improving the system. Minister Paudel admitted…

The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has conducted a special training session for journalists to improve their professional skills. The one-day event aimed to introduce new practices in journalism and encourage better reporting standards. Training Focuses on Capacity Building The event, coordinated by the Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS), was inaugurated by Ministry Officiating Secretary Gajendra Kumar Thakur. He expressed confidence that such programs would help journalists stay updated with the latest trends. He emphasized that training plays a key role in professional development and contributes to high-quality journalism. Around 40 journalists from various state-owned media houses attended the training.…

Minister for Communications and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung said the ordinance introduced in the House will be passed. He explained that these laws will help improve governance and make public services more effective. Speaking at the 32nd anniversary event of the Himalaya Eye Hospital in Pokhara, the minister emphasized the need for good governance. “Without good governance, we cannot move forward. These ordinances will bring important reforms,” he said. Ordinance Follows the Constitution Minister Gurung assured that the government introduced the ordinance in line with constitutional rules. Nepal’s laws need updates, and these changes will improve the country’s legal…

Lara Dutta is currently in Nepal, where she has embarked on a spiritual journey, visiting significant religious sites. Among her stops was the Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery, a well-known Tibetan Buddhist monastery near Boudhanath. She also fulfilled a long-time wish by celebrating Maha Shivratri at Nepal’s revered Pashupatinath Temple. A Transcendent Experience at Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery Lara Dutta shared her visit to the Tibetan Buddhist monastery on Instagram, posting a video along with a heartfelt caption. She described her experience as “almost transcendent,” highlighting the deep spiritual connection she felt during her time at the monastery. The actress was…

The government plans to submit six ordinances for approval in Parliament by March 6. However, this move has sparked tension within the ruling coalition, with the Janata Samajwadi Party (JSP) Nepal opposing the land ordinance. Coalition Leaders Begin Talks with JSP Nepal The government hopes to push all six ordinances through Parliament, but only if JSP Nepal agrees to the proposals by March 3. Mahesh Bartaula, the Chief Whip of the ruling party, confirmed that the ordinances would be presented to Parliament on March 5 or 6, depending on JSP Nepal’s response. Leaders from the Nepali Congress and the Communist…

Flights at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu were severely disrupted on Thursday due to low visibility caused by bad weather. The foggy conditions led to multiple delays, cancellations, and diversions, leaving passengers stranded and creating confusion at the airport. International Flights Affected Rinji Sherpa, a spokesperson for the TIA Office, reported that many international flights were affected. One of the significant incidents involved a Qatar Airways flight, which could not land in Kathmandu due to the poor visibility. The plane, which flew from Doha, was diverted to Kolkata, India. Passengers had to wait for further instructions on how to…