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  • PM Oli Reaffirms Nepal’s Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Neighbors

    PM Oli Reaffirms Nepal’s Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Neighbors

    Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has reiterated Nepal’s commitment to strengthening relations with its neighboring countries. While addressing the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, PM Oli emphasized that Nepal conducts its foreign policy under the principle of “Friendship with all, enmity with none.”

    In his speech, Oli also expressed his views on ongoing conflicts, including the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine war. During his stay in New York, he met with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, and high-ranking officials from the U.S. aid agencies, including USAID and MCC.

    Oli’s 22-minute address touched on the climate crisis, increasing geopolitical conflicts, and the global rise in military spending, all of which, he warned, are leading to global instability.

    “Both humanity and the planet are on the brink of a climate crisis. Geopolitical conflicts have resurfaced. Military expenditures are rapidly increasing, and the competition for arms remains constant. The fear of nuclear conflict is higher than ever.”

    Oli called for global leaders to foster cooperation and mutual collaboration, especially in these adverse conditions. He also reaffirmed Nepal’s belief that dialogue and diplomacy are the only solutions to the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

    Regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict, Oli reiterated Nepal’s support for a two-state solution, with both Israel and Palestine coexisting peacefully within internationally recognized borders, as per UN resolutions.

    Though Nepal has long supported the two-state solution, the country remained neutral in a recent UN vote that called for the end of Israel’s “illegal presence” in the occupied Palestinian territories, including East Jerusalem, within one year.

    Oli also underscored Nepal’s foreign policy, emphasizing that Nepal seeks peaceful and cooperative relations with all nations, particularly its neighbors.

    “Nepal wants to further enhance close, friendly, and constructive relations with its neighbors and beyond. This must be based on mutual trust, sovereign equality, territorial integrity, non-interference in internal affairs, and the principle of peaceful coexistence,” he concluded.

  • President Ramchandra Paudel has congratulated Palesha Govardhan

    President Ramchandra Paudel has congratulated Palesha Govardhan

    Kathmandu : President Ramchandra Paudel has congratulated Palesha Govardhan for winning a historic bronze medal in the Paralympics 2024.

    Taking to his social media account this morning, President Paudel has congratulated Palesha for the historic feat achieved in Paris, France.

    “The bronze medal won by Palesha, who has excelled in sports with her different abilities, is a matter of pride for Nepal and Nepali people,” reads his message.

  • S.P.A College Launches Tree-Planting Initiative for T20 Cricket World Cup 2024

    S.P.A College Launches Tree-Planting Initiative for T20 Cricket World Cup 2024

    Dhangadhi, June 3, 2024 — In a commendable effort to promote environmental conservation, S.P.A College Dhangadhi has announced an innovative tree-planting campaign tied to Nepal’s performance in the upcoming T20 Cricket World Cup 2024. This marks Nepal’s second participation in the prestigious tournament.

    The campaign promises to plant 10 trees for every run scored by Nepal and 20 trees for every wicket taken against their opponents. The afforestation activities will be carried out within the Dhangadhi sub-metropolitan area, aligning with the ongoing “Green Dhangadhi” campaign spearheaded by Mayor Gopal Hamal.

    S.P.A College’s Managing Director, Subash Shahi, who is a fervent advocate for environmental preservation, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative. “Our goal is not just to support our cricket team but also to make a significant contribution to our local environment. We hope this campaign inspires others to join in our efforts to create a greener Dhangadhi,” Shahi stated. He also leads the “Green Clean Dhangadhi” club, a well-known local organization dedicated to environmental causes.

    The college’s tree-planting campaign is set to become a revolutionary step in afforestation efforts within the sub-metropolitan city, reinforcing the mayor’s vision for a greener Dhangadhi. The community eagerly awaits Nepal’s matches, cheering not only for cricket victories but also for the positive environmental impact each run and wicket will bring.

    S.P.A College extends its best wishes to the Nepal cricket team, hoping their success on the field will translate into a thriving, greener environment in Dhangadhi.

  • Public urged for blood donation to address shortage issues

    Public urged for blood donation to address shortage issues

    BHAKTAPUR: The Nepal Red Cross Society (NRCS), Bhaktapur has appealed to the public to donate blood in order to address a nationwide shortage of blood supplies.

    At present, blood banks across the country including in Bhaktapur are facing a shortage of blood when there is a significant demand for blood supplies amidst the soaring cases of dengue fever.

    The blood collection has remained halted during the Dashain festival, exacerbating the shortage.

    Despite this, the NRCS in Bhaktapur is making efforts to address the demand for blood for emergency purposes. Still, relatives of patients visiting the district in search of blood are not compelled to return empty-handed.

    The scarcity of blood has surfaced nationwide including in the districts in the Valley and neighboring Kavrepalanchowk, it is said.

    NRCS Bhaktapur’s outgoing president Manoj Kumar Thapa said the NRCS-operated blood bank supplies 30-35 pints of blood each day, but the demand is up to 150 pints.

    “A pint of blood could save a life,” he said, urging the public to donate blood.

  • Nepal Police Officer Limbu awarded BSF Trophy in India

    Nepal Police Officer Limbu awarded BSF Trophy in India

    KATHMANDU: Nepal Police officer Kailash Limbu, who trained in Hyderabad, India, has excelled in ‘outdoor’ training.

    According to the Indian Embassy in Nepal, Limbu has been awarded the BSF trophy.

    Limbu was given the award for excellence in ‘outdoor passing out’.

    He is an IPS trainee on behalf of Nepal at the Sardar Ballabhai Patel Training Center in Hyderabad, India.

    He was awarded at the ’77 RR Passing Out’ held at the same training center.

    Five police officers from Nepal are undergoing training at the training center.

  • Partial Lunar eclipse to grace Kathmandu skies on October 28-29

    Partial Lunar eclipse to grace Kathmandu skies on October 28-29

    KATHMANDU: Nepal is set to witness the celestial spectacle of a partial lunar eclipse from the night of October 28th to the early hours of October 29th.

    The Nepal Calendar Determination Committee confirmed this occurrence on Saturday (October 28-29).

    According to Prof. Dr. Devmani Bhattarai, the eclipse is expected to begin at 1:19 a.m., with its culmination marked at 2:38 a.m., as stated in the committee-approved calendar (almanac).

    While the moon will enter the penumbral phase at midnight on October 28, the umbral phase, where the eclipse becomes more pronounced, will begin in the early hours of October 29.

    During this period, customary practices and activities should be observed, and endeavors driven by specific aspirations are to be avoided, emphasized the theologian.

    He underscored that there are specific prohibitions detailed in the scriptures, discouraging actions.

    The Committee has pointed out that this lunar eclipse holds a unique significance as it will be the sole eclipse to grace the year 2080 BS.

  • Deceptive tactics tarnishing Oli’s reputation: UML leader Pokharel

    Deceptive tactics tarnishing Oli’s reputation: UML leader Pokharel

    KATHMANDU: CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel has emphasized the crucial role of party Chairman KP Oli in fostering good governance and development, declaring him the most capable individual in these areas.

    In a Facebook post, Pokharel denounced the attacks on Chairman Oli, highlighting that such assaults directly undermine the country’s future and its people.

    He further addressed the deceptive tactics employed to tarnish Oli’s reputation, citing instances where misleading information regarding Oli’s alleged assets has been circulated.

    “Earlier, the Maoists propagated confusion by misrepresenting the new Telecom building in Jawalakhel as Oli’s residence. Now, it appears that the royalists are sowing discord by falsely linking him to investments in Cambodia’s Telecom.”

    Pokhrel said that the propagation of misinformation remains the favored weapon of those with depleted political ideologies.

    He emphasized the necessity to remain vigilant and resolute in the face of such malicious schemes.

    “An attack on the individual most qualified for ensuring Nepal’s progress in terms of good governance and development equates to an attack on the country’s future. Let us not succumb to confusion; instead, let us collectively combat these conspiracies with utmost seriousness,” he asserted.

  • Due to lack of sufficient manpower in District Hospital Bajhang, there is a problem in service delivery

    Due to lack of sufficient manpower in District Hospital Bajhang, there is a problem in service delivery

    Bajhang: There is a problem in daily service delivery in Bajhang district hospital due to lack of health workers as required. According to the hospital, after three medical officers working on contract in the 15-bed district hospital Bajhang left, now they have to run the services with the help of four medical officers.

    According to the acting medical superintendent of the hospital, Dr. Navraj Joshi, four doctors who have been working in the district hospital have left after getting opportunities in other projects. The government has not sent a new doctor to replace the one who left. He said that even when he ran to the province and Sagh to send it, there was no hearing from the relevant authorities.

    Sonu Sih, chairman of the hospital development committee, said – “We have repeatedly requested to send doctors to Sagh and the province, but there has been no hearing till now. There is a problem with not having a doctor in a health-conscious place. Chairman Sih said that there is no interest in sending a doctor and the number of patients is increasing day by day. “

    As soon as the doctor left, the hospital said that there was no hearing after repeatedly talking to different agencies and correspondence. Currently, 4 medical officers (doctors) have to attend to the patients 24 hours a day in the district hospital Bajhang. It is also feared that more than 200 patients are coming to the hospital daily. Due to the shortage of doctors, it is said that there is a problem in providing services on time.

    Acting Medical Superintendent Dr. Joshi said – “Patients are complaining that they did not get treatment on time, we do not have enough manpower, it is not possible to provide quick and efficient service.” “

    Due to the large number of dengue and screw typhus patients in the hospital, the daily congestion in the hospital is increasing. Due to lack of sufficient manpower, outpatient services, emergency, maternity services, x-ray, video x-ray, surgery, newborns and wall disease patients are being served. The hospital administration said that there was a problem.

  • Patient referred from Kolti dies on flight

    Patient referred from Kolti dies on flight

    Bajura: A patient referred from Kolti died flight on Saturday. Daljit Katel of Ward No. 3 of Swamikartik rural municipality is among the deceased. He was referred to Nepaganj for further treatment from Kolti Primary Health Centre.

    It is understood that Kotel is suffering from appendicitis. For treatment, the plane of Sita Air flew from Colti to Nepalgunj at 12:33 pm on Saturday. Lakshman Joshi, who was on board the plane, informed that Kateel died in the middle of the sky. He said, ‘After some time after the plane took off, the flight attendant came to the front of the flight attendant, is there any medical staff?’ asked that.

    I don’t know what he said to the pilot after that. He asked the pilot for water and fed the patient as well as stood on the patient’s seat and made every effort. But in the middle Akash Udilake was completely unconscious. It is not known what he did with the pilot when he came forward again. The speed of the plane was also higher.

    The pilot may also have tried to see if he could be saved if he could reach him quickly. The flight attendant stood at his service from Kolti to Nepalganj and helped him. We reached Nepalganj in 26 minutes. Before reaching Nepalganj Airport, he has already given up his body.

  • Making Nepali farmers happy

    Making Nepali farmers happy

    Farmer-managed irrigation system (FMIS), which is predominantly a surface irrigation system in Nepal, accounts for 51 percent of the country’s total surface irrigated area and contributes significantly to national food security. With roots dating back a century, this irrigation system possesses robust social capital. Moreover, its significance is growing amidst the challenges posed by rising global warming and energy scarcity.

    Traditional FMIS faces several challenges such as water scarcity, labour shortages due to outward migration, and increased operation and maintenance costs. As a result, many of them have become defunct or significantly reduced command areas in recent years. An illustrative case is the decline in the number of Rajkulos in Nepal.

    While exploring solutions to revive FMIS, one promising solution could lie in integrating it with groundwater-based irrigation systems. Research and pilot initiatives conducted by the International Water Management Institute offer compelling evidence that such integration could effectively address the challenges.