- Tuesday, 16 December 2025
-Upasana Rana
Kathmandu, Nov 18: Nepal is living through a moment of deep uncertainty. Across the country, people are expressing frustration with political leadership, fatigue with repeated promises, and anxiety about where our democracy is heading.
Youth are demanding accountability with new energy and clarity. Marginalized communities are raising their voices for dignity and justice. Public trust in institutions is eroding. And layered on top of all this is a growing discomfort: the civic space that once gave people a sense of agency is shrinking both formally through legal and administrative controls, and informally through mistrust, polarization, and fear.
Conversations across differences have become thinner, sharper, and more cautious. Many feel there is no safe, honest, or open space left to speak about the nation’s challenges. It is within this climate that the National Human Rights Magna Meet enters its seventeenth year.
As preparations for the 17th Magna Meet 2025 began, we confronted a difficult but necessary question: Does this platform still matter in today’s Nepal?
Answering “yes” without reflection would have been careless. Nepal today is not the Nepal of 2009 or even 2015. The optimism of the post-conflict years has faded, trust in political processes has weakened, civil society is increasingly viewed with suspicion, and civic freedoms are tightening both visibly and subtly. So we paused, questioned, listened. And the conclusion was clear: The National Human Rights Magna Meet matters now more than ever.
At a time when public conversation is shrinking, the Magna Meet remains one of the few national spaces where citizens can come together, speak openly, and be heard meaningfully. It is collectively owned by civil society, not a single institution, independent of political parties, and coordinated closely with human rights institutions.
It brings together people who rarely sit in the same room, values lived experiences alongside policy expertise, sustains intergenerational dialogue, and creates safe, structured discussion at a time when informal civic spaces are dissolving.
In a context of shrinking civic space, these qualities are not optional, they are essential for democratic survival. The Magna Meet stands as a reminder that civil society, even under scrutiny, remains a vital force: one that must hold itself accountable while continuing to defend the rights and dignity of the people.
At a time when the value of civic platforms is being questioned, WHR’s role as convener carries renewed responsibility. With Unification Nepal and Ageing Nepal as co-conveners, long-time practitioners, human rights institutions, and past conveners, we see this moment as a reminder that democracy cannot breathe without civic space and civic space cannot survive without citizen-led forums like the Magna Meet.
For WHR, rooted in the struggles of single women and marginalized communities, this platform is a commitment to ensuring that those closest to injustice help shape the national agenda.
This year’s theme, “Democracy and Human Rights: Upholding Rule of Law, Good Governance, and Intergenerational Justice,” demands that Nepal confront urgent questions: Are institutions accountable? Are marginalized voices genuinely heard? Are youth shaping the future or merely observing it? Are we protecting future generations or passing unresolved burdens forward? These questions require collective dialogue, precisely the kind of civic space the Magna Meet seeks to safeguard.
For the Magna Meet to remain credible, it must practice ‘real’inclusion beyond tokenism, beyond panels that appear diverse but think alike. This year, our commitment is clear: women, indigenous leaders, defenders from marginalized communities, youth, persons with disabilities, senior citizens, widows, and human rights practitioners from all provinces will not only be present, they will shape the design, the discussions, and the outcomes. Diversity is not a symbolic gesture; it is the backbone of any legitimate national dialogue.
As WHR convenes the National Human Rights Magna Meet 2025, we do so with humility and purpose. The Magna Meet is not perfect, but it is unique. It must evolve with the times, but it must not disappear. It must challenge power and also challenge itself. When we safeguard this platform, we strengthen Nepal’s capacity to speak to itself honestly.
And when people gather with courage, integrity, and respect, we do more than discuss human rights we begin to imagine and build the new civic space Nepal urgently needs: one that is open, inclusive, people-led, and strong enough to hold the country through uncertainty.
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08- 238 families in Annapurna have now access to drinking water
Bhojpur, Nov 18: The issue of drinking water shortage for 238 families in Annapurna of Temkemaiyung rural municipality–3 in Bhojpur, the district in Koshi Province, has finally resolved.
The Annapurna–Bakhrang–Bahungaun Water Supply Project, developed with support from the Kadoorie Agricultural Aid Association of the British Gurkhas, has ensured the community’s access to drinking water. The locals here had been waiting for their access to a reliable source of water for many years.
Under the project, waters from six local water resources have now collected and distributed directly to households across the settlement. The project includes 26,095 meters of pipeline, 15 collection tanks, and nine distribution tanks. With water now running to every home, daily life has become much easier, said local resident Raj Bahadur Rai.
According to Ward Chairperson Purna Prasad Rai, the total cost of the project is Rs 21.02 million including VAT, and community members contributed a voluntary labor worth Rs 5,263,000 to the project.
Rural municipality Vice-Chair Ramadevi Rai said the project’s completion has resolved one of the most persistent problems at the locality, adding that although the local government has many pressing needs, limited internal resources make it difficult to address everything at once.
Municipality Chair Saroj Basnet added that they are working in a planned and prioritized manner, focusing on health, education, drinking water, agriculture, and road infrastructure. He acknowledged that the region’s difficult terrain continues to pose challenges for development work.
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09- Decline in gold and silver price
Kathmandu, Nov 18: The price of gold and silver has deceased in the domestic market today. According to the Federation of Gold and Silver Association, gold is being traded at Rs 239,500 per tola (11.66 grammes) today. The gold price has fallen down by Rs 3,800 per tola today as compared to Monday.
Similarly, the price of silver has been fixed at Rs 3,090 per tola today against Rs 3,155 on Monday.
Gold is being traded at Rs 4,017 US dollar per ounce in the international market today.
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10- Paddy output in Sudurpaschim: Area under paddy cultivation declines, productivity up
Dodhara Chandani (Kanchanpur), Nov 18: Although the area under cultivation has decreased in recent years in the Sudurpaschim Province, the productivity has increased.
It is said that the production has increased even though the area under main cereal crops decreased, as farmers started improving farming methods and became oriented towards commercialism.
According to the statistics of the Sudurpaschim Agriculture Development Directorate, paddy was cultivated on 183,317 hectares in the province in fiscal year 2079/80 BS, and the production was 648,924 metric tonnes. In that financial year, the rice productivity in this province was 3.54.
Similarly, wheat was cultivated on an area of 144,582 hectares and the total production was 331,092 metric tonnes in the Fiscal Year 2079/80. The wheat productivity in that fiscal year was 2.29.
Maize was cultivated on an area of 50,607 hectares and the total production was 104,250 metric tonnes. The productivity of maize was 2.06. Likewise, the productivity of millet produced on 117,112 hectares was 1.14.
Although the production area decreased in the fiscal year 2080/81 BS, productivity and paddy production increased. In that fiscal year, even though the rice cultivation area decreased by 4,242 hectares, production and productivity increased. Paddy cultivation was done over 179,046 hectares in that fiscal year and the total production was 672,928 metric tonnes compared to the previous fiscal year. The productivity is 3.76.
In fiscal year 2080/81, wheat was cultivated on 139,732 hectares and the production reaching 328,069 metric tonnes. The productivity increased to 2.35.
Similarly, maize was produced on 49,258 hectares with a productivity of 2.17. Maize production has increased to 106,997 metric tonnes in this fiscal year.
In the fiscal year 2082/83 BS, the area under paddy cultivation decreased to 177,230 hectares while productivity increased to 3.88. The production was 686,887 metric tonnes.
Information Officer of the Directorate, Keshav Raj Pandey, stated that crop production has been increasing in Sudurpaschim.
“Crop production is high in Kailali and Kanchanpur in the Far-Western region. Every year, production and productivity have increased due to improvements in farming methods and high-quality seeds,” Pandey explained.
Lately, the government has been providing farmers with improved varieties of seeds at a 50 percent subsidy.
Apart from the use of improved variety of seeds, agriculturalists say that the use of organic fertilisers by farmers, the availability of irrigation, government subsidies and technical support have contributed to the increased production.
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11- Government still to raise Rs 275 billion in tax dues
Kathmandu, Nov 18: The government has to raise Rs 275 billion as arrears from 30,912 taxpayers till fiscal year 2081/82 BS.
As per the annual progress report of the Inland Revenue Department made public on Monday, the highest amount of dues of Rs 219 billion should be raised towards income tax from 193,620 taxpayers.
Similarly, Rs 48.70 billion dues remain to be collected from 137,253 taxpayers towards VAT while Rs 4.9 billion dues from 364 taxpayers towards Excise Duty as well as Rs 3.15 billion dues from 1,770 taxpayers towards other category.
The annual target progress set by the Inland Revenue Department in the last fiscal year to raise dues was minimal.
“Only Rs 8.71 billion remaining amount towards income tax was collected against the target of collecting Rs 22.76 billion in the last fiscal year. Only 38.29 per cent of progress was achieved as compared to the target,” reads the annual report.
Similarly, the Department had set a target of raising Rs 16.33 billion dues towards VAT, but only 63.28 per cent (Rs 10.33 billion) was collected. Towards income tax in arrears adjustment in the last fiscal year, Rs 21.39 billion dues were collected against the target of Rs 27.38 billion.
Likewise, a target had been set to collect 18.17 billion towards VAT, 122.63 billion target progress was achieved as compared to previous fiscal year. The Department had collected Rs 22.29 billion in the last fiscal year.
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12- NPL: Karnali Yaks set a target of 167 runs for Chitwan Rhinos
Kathmandu, Nov 18: In the second match of the second edition of Nepal Premier League (NPL) cricket tournament today, Karnali Yaks have set a victory target of 167 runs for Chitwan Rhinos.
In the match ongoing at the Tribhuvan International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Karnali, having lost the toss and invited to bat first, scored a total of 166 runs for the loss of three wickets in the allotted 20 overs.
Opener Priyank Panchal gave the highest contribution of 90 runs for Karnali. He missed scoring a century by 10 runs. Playing in the NPL for the first time, Panchal scored the highest 90 runs with the help of seven fours and six sixes in 48 balls. He has become the second player in this edition to score a half-century.
Similarly, for Karnali, Max O’Dowd scored 20 runs with a four off 30 balls. Mark Watt scored 16 with a four in 21 balls, Pawan Sarraf remained unbeaten on 27, and Najibullah Zadran remained unbeaten on four runs.
Currently, Chitwan Rhinos are batting in response against Karnali Yaks.
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13- Bagmati Province government to provide interest-free loans to citizens in rural areas
Rasuwa, Nov 18: A minister in the Bagmati Province government has announced that interest-free loans will be provided to citizens in rural areas to encourage livestock rearing.
Addressing the 10th District Assembly of the District Coordination Committee, Rasuwa, on Monday, Bagmati Province Minister for Economic Affairs and Planning Prabhat Tamang said the loans will be available for purchasing two buffaloes per household to support local livelihoods.
He added that the government is also prepared to help communities establish dairy enterprises and manage fodder and fertiliser supplies.
During the programme, participants expressed concern over the lack of progress review for the Galchhi–Trishuli–Mailung–Syafrubesi–Rasuwa road improvement project.
Chief District Officer Rajesh Panthi said that natural disasters are common in the district, emphasising the need for cooperation and vigilance from all sides to manage such risks.
The programme was presided over by District Coordination Committee Chief Ashok Kumar Ghimire.
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14- 2nd NPL attracting significant interest in international cricket community
Kathmandu, Nov 18: The second edition of Nepal Premier League that began at Kirtipur-based Cricket Ground from Monday has attracted significant interest in the international cricketing fraternity. Nepal’s franchise cricket has attracted international attention in global media and foreign platforms.
India and Pakistan’s cricket ‘Fan-Portal’ and regional websites have been talking about NPL giving space to it. Star Sports has been broadcasting live about NPL in India as well as there is also live broadcast of NPL in India’s ‘Funcode.Com’.
Similarly, ‘Cricket World.Com’ of the United Kingdom has broadcasted about detailed information about team of NPL-2, squads and foreign players. It stated that participation of foreign cricketers, the likes of Faf du Plessis, Jeason Roy and Imran Tahir, has upgraded Nepal’s franchise cricket and NPL as an emerging new opportunity in South Asian T20 structure.
The BBC Nepali Service in its Monday’s programme ‘Sanjhapakha’ had broadcasted the news about the inaugural match held between Janakpur Bolts and Kathmandu Gorkhas as well as about cricket lovers’ attraction.
Likewise, UK’s cricket platform ‘Wisden.Com’ has described about the changes in the NPL’s broadcasting format this time. It can be said such space in international media and platforms has shown a sign that Nepali cricket is now becoming competitive at the regional-level.
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15- NC youth leaders call on PM, urge for taking political parties into confidence
Kathmandu, Nov 18: A delegation of Nepali Congress youth leaders called on Prime Minister Sushila Karki today. The meeting focused on the country’s contemporary political developments and the upcoming election to the House of Representatives (HoR), scheduled for March 5, 2026.
The Prime Minister said the government required support from NC youths to create a favourable election atmosphere, according to Sandeep Niraula, a central member of Tarun Dal, the party’s youth wing.
The delegation urged the Prime Minister to take all political parties into confidence for successfully conducting the election. The delegation comprised Devraj Chalise, Gururaj Ghimire, Rajendra Bajgai, Ujjawal Baral, Resham Baniya, Tekraj Paudel, and Chhedup Lama.
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16- Udaya Subba elected President of Nepal Film Producer’s Association
Kathmandu, Nov 18: Udaya Subba has been elected as the President of the Nepal Film Producer’s Association through its 19th annual general meeting. Subba has been elected as president by defeating Sunil Kumar Thapa.
In the election held on Monday, Khagendra Lamichhane was elected as General Secretary, and Yuvraj Giri as Secretary. Similarly, Ram Prasad Rijal was elected as Treasurer, Jyotiraj Rai as Vice President while Raunak Bikram Kandel was elected the Vice President unopposed.
Tanka Bahadur Budhathoki, Shreedhar Paudel, Manoj Kumar Adhikari, Ghanendra Thapaliya, Praveen Karki, Chumban Jung Shahi and Raj Kumar Pandit have been unanimously elected as members of the Association’s executive committee.
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17- Minister Pariyar represents Nepal in COP30, efforts on to establish Himalayan agenda
Kathmandu, Nov 18: Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Dr Madan Prasad Pariyar is representing Nepal in the Thirtieth Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30), being held in Brazil from 10–21 November 2025. He attended the event on Sunday, according to Brazil time.
The Ministerial Segment of COP30 officially opened Sunday morning, featuring statements by the Vice President of Brazil, Geraldo Alckmin, the President of COP30, André Corrêa do Lago, as well as ministers and senior UN officials.
In his address as the leader of the Nepali delegation, Minister Dr Pariyar reaffirmed Nepal’s strong commitment to climate justice.
Highlighting the major climate challenges the country faces—which range from retreating glaciers and severe drought to unseasonal floods and impacts on agriculture—he briefed participants on Nepal’s ambitious NDC 3.0, which sets a pathway toward achieving zero emissions by 2045, according to the Ministry of Forest and Environment.
“As one of the world’s most nature-connected nations, our forest cover now exceeds 46 percent,” the Minister said.
In his address as the leader of the Nepali delegation, Minister Dr Pariyar reaffirmed Nepal’s strong commitment to climate justice. Highlighting the major climate challenges the country faces which range from retreating glaciers and severe drought to unseasonal floods and impacts on agriculture, briefed participants on Nepal’s ambitious NDC 3.0, which sets a pathway toward achieving zero emissions by 2045. “As one of the world’s most nature-connected nations, our forest cover now exceeds 46 percent.”
Urging developed countries to fulfill their past commitments on climate finance, the Minister emphasized that every country must submit ambitious NDCs, fulfill treaty obligations, and respect the ICJ Advisory Opinion on climate justice. He stressed that all Parties, including emerging economies, must engage constructively to keep the 1.5-degree target within reach. He also highlighted the urgent need to integrate a dedicated mountain agenda into UNFCCC processes, referring to the Sagarmatha Sambaad held in Kathmandu in May this year.
Prior to his speech, the Minister interacted with stakeholders—both in Belém and online—on the progress achieved so far and the road ahead. Participants were briefed on Nepal’s engagement in various agenda areas, including climate finance, adaptation, loss and damage, transparency, the Global Stocktake, gender, and mountain issues.
In addition to his plenary intervention, Minister Dr Pariyar has been participating in important side events and engaging at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
He also attended an event organized by the Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative, which aims to advance a just and equitable transition away from fossil fuels. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister outlined Nepal’s plans to expand clean-energy practices, including increasing the use of electric vehicles and electric cooking appliances. Later, Dr Pariyar joined the Ministerial Meeting of LDCs, which marked the handover of the presidency of the LDC Group on climate change. He praised Malawi’s contributions as the outgoing Chair and expressed Nepal’s solidarity with and support for the incoming presidency of Timor-Leste.
In the afternoon, the Minister joined his counterparts from member countries of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) to strengthen collective efforts to protect biodiversity and the climate by safeguarding big cats. As a founding member of IBCA, Nepal reiterated its firm commitment to advancing the Alliance’s objectives.
As part of his bilateral engagements, Dr Pariyar met on Saturday with Ibrahim Cheikh Diong, Executive Director of the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage. The two discussed opportunities for Nepal to access financing from the Fund for suitable national projects. The Minister is scheduled to meet Bhupender Yadav, India’s Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, tomorrow on the sidelines of the conference.
Also today, Nepal hosted a side event entitled “Sagarmatha to Belém: Advancing Climate Action”, aimed at reviewing progress since the adoption of the Sagarmatha Call for Action and developing strategies to advance the mountain agenda within UNFCCC processes. Ministers and senior officials from mountainous countries participated.
Nepal makes efforts to establish Himalayan Agenda
The Ministry of Forests has stated that at COP30, Nepal is actively working through various platforms to integrate mountain-related issues into the UNFCCC process, guided by the conclusions of the Sagarmatha Dialogue.
Amid the growing impacts of climate change, Nepal has witnessed significant changes in rainfall patterns, volume, and timing, which have triggered climate-related disasters and caused major losses and damages. This year alone, more than 300 people have lost their lives to floods, landslides, droughts, glacial lake outburst floods, and forest fires, with economic losses running into the billions.
Minister Pariyar arrived in Belém on November 15, leading a Nepali delegation that includes senior government officials. Upon arrival in Brazil, the delegation was welcomed by Nepal’s Ambassador to Brazil, Nirmal Raj Kafle. The Minister is scheduled to return home on November 19.
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18- Kandel appointed Secretary of National Assembly
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Kathmandu, Nov 18: Tul Bahadur Kandel has been appointed as the Secretary of the National Assembly, the upper house of the Federal Parliament.6p
President Ramchandra Paudel has, on the recommendation of National Assembly Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal, appointed Kandel, a resident of Chaunrideurali Rural Municipality-8, Kavrepalanchok, to the position in accordance with sub-section (1) of Article 106 of the Constitution of Nepal, effective from today, the Office of the President stated.6p
The resignation submitted by the National Assembly Secretary, Dr Surendra Aryal, was approved by the President on October 28.6p
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19- 2nd NPL: Chitwan Rhinos beats Karnali Yaks by four wickets, Bopara hits half-century
Kathmandu, Nov 18: Chitwan Rhinos emerged victorious, defeating Karnali Yaks by four wickets in today’s second match of the second edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL). The win was powered by a 52-run innings from Ravi Bopara.
At the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Karnali was invited to bat first after losing the toss. Karnali posted 166/3 in 20 overs. Chasing 167, Chitwan reached the target with five balls to spare at the loss of six wickets.
For Chitwan, Bopara was the top scorer with 52 runs from 36 balls, including three fours and three sixes. Deepak Bohora added 42 runs from 36 deliveries, Saif Zaib smashed 38 off just 16 balls, and captain Kushal Malla contributed 20 runs from 15 balls, hitting two sixes.
For Karnali, captain Sompal Kami took two wickets, while Unis Singh, Mark Watt, and Yuvraj Khatri claimed one wicket each. Earlier, Karnali opener Priyank Panchal top-scored with 90 runs, falling just ten short of a century. Making his NPL debut, Panchal struck seven fours and six sixes off 48 balls.
Similarly, Max O’Dowd scored 20 runs with one four off 30 balls, Mark Watt scored 16 with one four in 21 balls, Pawan Sharraf was not out with 27, and Najibullah Zadran was not out on four runs.
Chitwan’s bowlers Sohail Tanvir, Saif Zaib, and Bopara each claimed one wicket. Today’s next match has commenced at 4:00 PM between Biratnagar Kings and Pokhara Avengers.
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20- 50 districts to be affected from cold wave, snowfall this year
Kathmandu, Nov 18: The government has prepared a separate draft of the National Action Plan-2083 to reduce possible risk from snowfall and cold wave in mountain and high-hilly areas as well as in the Tarai-Madhes region during winter.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has given final touches to the draft after holding consultation and discussions with bodies concerned.
Earlier, Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal had directed the Authority to carry out activities for preparedness to reduce possible risk from snowfall and cold wave.
NDRRMA Chief Executive Officer Dinesh Prasad Bhatt, said preparation was underway to pass the action plan from the executive committee chaired by the Home Minister and to implement it.
It has been estimated that 29 mountain and high-hilly districts might be affected from snowfall and 21 districts in Tarai from cold wave.
Special strategy activities have been included in the action plan to adopt special precautions and reduce possible risk from snowfall and cold wave in these districts. The government is to issue the national action plan for the first time with an objective of lessening possible losses and impact on lives from snowfall and cold wave.
According to the NDRRMA, in general, there is impact of heavy snowfall in mountain and high-hilly districts as well as of the cold wave in Tarai districts from mid-November to mid-March.
Similarly, Jhapa, Sunsari, Morang, Saptari, Siraha, Dhanusha, Mahottari, Sarlahi, Rautahat, Bara, Parsa, Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta East), Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West), Rupandehi, Kapilvastu, Dang, Banke, Bardiya, Kailali and Kanchanpur would be most affected from cold wave.
It is estimated that the cold wave will have general impact also in Udayapur, Makawanpur, Sindhuli and Surkhet.
According to the action plan, it is predicted that the mountainous and high hill districts of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces will be most affected by snowfall.
It is estimated that the upper reaches of Taplejung, Sankhuwasabha, Okhaldhunga, Solukhumbu, Panchthar, Tehrathum, and Bhojpur in Koshi province will be more affected.
The action plan states that snowfall will affect Dolakha, Ramechhap, Sindhupalchok, Rasuwa and Dhading in Bagmati Province, and Gorkha, Manang, Mustang, Baglung and Kaski in Gandaki province, and Rukum East in Lumbini province.
Dolpa, Jumla, Mugu, Humla and Kalikot in Karnali province and Bajura, Bajhang, Darchula, Baitadi and Dadeldhura in Sudurpaschim province are highly likely to be more affected by snowfall.
Executive Chief Bhatt stated that the implementation of the programme would help make life easier for the underprivileged people, senior citizens, children, people with chronic illnesses, pregnant women, new mothers, and persons with disabilities during the winter.
A plan has been prepared to minimize the potential impact of snowfall and cold waves on people’s lives and to make advance arrangements for the necessary relief materials for response.
“Based on this same plan, all districts, provinces and local levels affected by snowfall will be able to prepare and implement action plans according to local conditions,” said Executive Chief Bhatt.
A strategy has been formulated to identify, by December 1, the areas and target groups that may be affected by snowfall, update the data, and determine the priorities of beneficiaries in accordance with the work plan.
The action plan includes the strategy for preparations for disaster response due to snowfall, measures to reduce damage based on forecasts, and making the forecasting and early warning mechanisms operational to ensure timely information reaches the concerned communities throughout the month of Mangsir.
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21- Government makes arrangement of job to journalist Suresh’s widow
Kathmandu, Nov 18: The government has made arrangement of a job for the spouse of journalist late Suresh Rajak.
A job to the post of computer operator at Security printing Centre has been made for Rajak’s wife Sujan Magiya at the initiative of Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Jagadish Kharel.
At a programme organised at the Communications Ministry today, Centre’s Executive Director Devraj Dhungana handed over the letter to Sujan Magiya about her appointment to the post of computer operator in presence of Minister Kharel and Secretary at the Ministry, Radhika Aryal.
Journalist Rajak had lost his life in fire when a building from where he was capturing the visual during the demonstration organised at Tinkune of Kathmandu on March 28, 2025 was torched.
On the occasion, Minister Kharel expressed the view that the state should play the role of guardian at a time when the journalists, who collect news keeping their lives at risk for the nation and people, are always in the state of insecurity.
“Journalist Suresh lost his life at a time when he had been fulfilling his responsibility as an active journalist keeping his life at risk. The ministry had been thinking to do something for Suresh and initiative for employment was taken in the context when the Federation of Nepali Journalists had been urging for the same. It is expected that this small initiative will somehow heal their pain,” opined Minister Kharel.
He further shared that a process has been forwarded to declare Suresh a martyr and expressed commitment to make arrangement of free higher education to the children of late Rajak.
Similarly, Purushottam Magiya, relative of Suresh, urged to bring the guilty of the incident under the ambit of law for the justice of Suresh, to declare Suresh martyr and to build Suresh’s statue at Tinkune.
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22- Will seek legal remedy against dissolution of House: UML Chair Oli
Kathmandu, Nov 18: CPN (UML) Chair and former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that the party will seek a legal remedy and stage a peaceful protest against the dissolution of the House of Representatives (HoR) on the night of September 12.
During a meeting of UML members in the dissolved HoR today, Oli expressed the view that a political solution should be sought through the restoration of the parliament. He stated that the party will move the Supreme Court, demanding the restoration of the lower house.
The meeting is currently underway.
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