News Headlines from Nepal - October 26, 2024 1. PM Oli Calls for Urgent Action on Climate Justice at COP-29 Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has urged government agencies and international representatives to strongly advocate for climate justice in the upcoming COP-29 climate conference. He emphasized the importance of raising Nepal's issues related to climate change and resource management. (Source: Setopati, Ratopati) 2. Nepal's Financial Status Remains Stable Despite Global Concerns Nepal Rastra Bank's governor, Maha Prasad Adhikari, confirmed that the country's financial status is stable with inflation under control and a satisfactory foreign reserve. (Source: Gorkhapatra) 3. Tihar Preparations in Full Swing with Markets Busy As Tihar approaches, markets in major cities like Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Lalitpur are bustling with activity. Traders have stocked up on items like Makhamali garlands, clay oil lamps, and sweets for the festive season. (Source: Kantipur, Setopati) 4. Dengue Crisis Continues to Worsen The dengue outbreak in Nepal is showing no signs of abating, with cases rising in Kathmandu and other districts. Health officials are struggling to control the spread of the disease amid growing public concern. (Source: Ratopati, Gorkhapatra) 5. Bhaktapur Potters Busy with Clay Lamp Production for Tihar Potters in Bhaktapur are in high demand as they produce thousands of clay oil lamps (Diyo) for Tihar celebrations, a tradition that plays a central role in the festival. (Source: Setopati) 6. Road Accidents Claim Five Lives Across Nepal In separate incidents, five people were killed in road accidents in Kapilvastu and Jhapa, raising concerns about road safety during the festive season. (Source: Ratopati, Gorkhapatra) 7. Rabi Lamichhane Remanded in Custody for Further Investigation Rabi Lamichhane, leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, has been remanded in custody as investigations into allegations of fraud continue. The case has stirred political tensions across the country. (Source: Setopati) 8. Government Reviews Performance in First 100 Days The ruling coalition parties reviewed the government's performance over the past 100 days, focusing on policy implementation and economic development. (Source: Ratopati, Kantipur) 9. Nepal Defeats Sri Lanka in SAFF Women’s Championship The Nepali women's football team secured a decisive 6-0 victory against Sri Lanka in the SAFF Women’s Championship, advancing to the semifinals. (Source: Kantipur) 10. Illegal Fireworks Seized in Kathmandu Police seized a large quantity of illegal fireworks being smuggled into Kathmandu ahead of Tihar, as authorities ramp up efforts to curb illegal activities during the festival. (Source: Gorkhapatra) 11. Baburam Bhattarai's Party Rebranded as Naya Shakti Party Former Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai has rebranded his political organization as Naya Shakti Party, with plans to restructure ahead of the next elections. (Source: Setopati) 12. 13 Snow Leopards Spotted in Kanchenjunga Conservation Area In a significant development for wildlife conservation, 13 snow leopards were spotted in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, signaling success in ongoing efforts to protect the species. (Source: Kantipur) 13. Tihar Pushes Up Food Prices Across Nepal As Tihar approaches, the prices of essential goods, including sweets, oil, and fruits, have surged due to increased demand and supply chain constraints. (Source: Ratopati) 14. Venison Seized from Community Forest Chief's Home Nepal police have seized illegally hunted venison from the house of a community forest chief, leading to his arrest. (Source: Ratopati) 15. Government Pushes for Disaster Preparedness with World Bank Support The government has signed a $150 million deal with the World Bank to bolster disaster preparedness and recovery efforts, particularly in flood-prone regions. (Source: Setopati, Gorkhapatra) 16. Kathmandu Schools Closed Due to Rising Dengue Cases Several schools in Kathmandu have been forced to close temporarily as dengue cases among students rise. Health authorities are urging schools to follow preventive measures. (Source: Ratopati) 17. Fungling Reporters Club Wins Local Football Championship The Fungling Reporters Club won the local football championship in Taplejung, defeating their rivals in a thrilling match that saw a 5-4 final score. (Source: Gorkhapatra) 18. Global IME Bank Offers Discounts for Tihar Global IME Bank has announced a special offer for its customers, providing a 15% discount on services at Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort during the Tihar festival. (Source: Ratopati) #NepalNews, #ClimateJustice, #Tihar2024, #DengueOutbreak, #NepalFootball, #NepalEconomy, #SnowLeopardConservation