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

News Headlines from Nepal - October 25, 2024 1. RSP President Rabi Lamichhane Remanded to Custody for 6 Days Rabi Lamichhane, President of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), has been remanded to custody for six days following allegations of fraud and fund mismanagement in a cooperative. (Source: Setopati) 2. Nepal Army Celebrates United Nations Day The Nepal Army marked United Nations Day by organizing events to commemorate the contribution of Nepali peacekeepers worldwide. (Source: Kantipur) 3. Baburam Bhattarai’s Party to be Renamed Naya Shakti The political party led by Baburam Bhattarai, a former prime minister of Nepal, will be renamed to Naya Shakti Party. (Source: Setopati) 4. NEA Cuts Power to 49 Industries Over Unpaid Fees The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has cut off electricity to 49 industries that have failed to pay their overdue fees. This action is part of the NEA’s efforts to improve payment compliance. (Source: Ratopati) 5. Bhaktapur Potters Busy Making Oil Lamps for Tihar With the Tihar festival approaching, Bhaktapur’s potters are hard at work creating traditional clay oil lamps, a central part of the celebrations. (Source: Setopati) 6. Nepal and World Bank Sign $150 Million Deal for Disaster Management Nepal and the World Bank have signed an agreement to provide $150 million for disaster preparedness and recovery. The funds will be directed towards strengthening Nepal’s ability to respond to natural disasters. (Source: Ratopati) 7. Dengue Cases Continue to Rise in Kathmandu The dengue outbreak in Kathmandu continues to worsen, with hundreds of new cases being reported daily. The government is under pressure to take immediate action to control the mosquito population. (Source: Kantipur) 8. Bhaktapur Farmers Harvest Makhamali Flowers for Tihar Farmers in Bhaktapur are harvesting Makhamali flowers, which are traditionally used to make garlands during Tihar. (Source: Setopati) 9. 13 Snow Leopards Spotted in Kanchenjunga Conservation Area In a major win for conservationists, 13 snow leopards have been spotted in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area. This marks a positive sign for the endangered species in the region. (Source: Setopati) 10. Food Prices Soar as Tihar Approaches Food prices across Nepal are surging due to high demand during the Tihar festival, straining the budgets of local families. (Source: Ratopati) 11. Construction of Multipurpose Playgrounds Continues at Khula Manch Work on the new multipurpose playgrounds at Khula Manch continues, with the project set to enhance public recreational space in the capital. (Source: Kantipur) 12. Five Killed in Separate Road Accidents Across Nepal Five people were killed in vehicle accidents across various districts, including Kapilvastu and Jhapa, raising concerns about road safety. (Source: Ratopati) 13. PM Oli: No One Should Dream of Government Collapse Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli addressed recent political unrest, assuring citizens that the government is stable and no collapse is imminent. (Source: Setopati) 14. Activist Urmila Chaudhari Honored with Global Anti-Racism Award Urmila Chaudhari, a Nepali activist, was honored with the Global Anti-Racism Championship Award for her efforts in fighting against racial discrimination. (Source: Kantipur) 15. Two Indian Nationals Arrested with INR 2.05 Million in Kapilvastu Kapilvastu police arrested two Indian nationals for smuggling INR 2.05 million into Nepal without proper declaration. (Source: Ratopati) 16. Venison Seized from Community Forest Chief's House Nepal police seized illegally hunted venison from the house of a community forest chief, leading to his arrest. (Source: Ratopati) 17. SAFF Women's Championship: Nepal Secures Semifinal Spot Nepal’s women's football team secured their place in the semifinals of the SAFF Women's Championship after defeating Sri Lanka 6-0. (Source: Kantipur) 18. Baburam Bhattarai Advocates for Unity in the New Naya Shakti Party Baburam Bhattarai, former PM, called for unity within the Naya Shakti Party as it prepares for the next general elections. (Source: Setopati) #NepalNews, #RabiLamichhane, #DengueOutbreak, #SAFFWomensChampionship, #NepalTiharFestival, #SnowLeopardConservation, #NepalWorldBankDeal