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Kathmandu witnessed a series of demonstrations on Friday, with the ruling CPN-UML organizing a massive rally to display ...
22/11/2024

Kathmandu witnessed a series of demonstrations on Friday, with the ruling CPN-UML organizing a massive rally to display its political strength.

Labelled as a "Jagarana Sabha" (Awareness Assembly), the event was intended to rally against what the party calls “anarchy” in the country. The UML had aimed to mobilize 100,000 supporters for the demonstration, which took place at Durbar Marg instead of the originally planned venue, Bhrikutimandap.

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Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is preparing to further enhance its waste management by introducing segregation at the...
19/11/2024

Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is preparing to further enhance its waste management by introducing segregation at the source, aimed at reducing pollution and managing the increasing costs associated with waste disposal.

Currently, the waste from 18 local bodies in the Kathmandu Valley is being transported to the Banchare Danda Landfill Site without segregation, contributing to rising costs and environmental pollution. The waste from all 32 wards in the metropolitan city will now be segregated.

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Medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai, was arrested on Tuesday by a team from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepa...
19/11/2024

Medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai, was arrested on Tuesday by a team from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police at his residence in Bhaktapur.

CIB spokesperson and Superintendent of Police (SP) Hobindra Bogati confirmed the arrest and stated that Prasai is being charged with cyber crime.

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Nepali Army celebrated the 79th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations at the military headquarters, Jungi Ad...
24/10/2024

Nepali Army celebrated the 79th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations at the military headquarters, Jungi Adda, with a series of events aimed at promoting peace, unity, and friendship.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, who was the chief guest at the event, inaugurated the program. The celebration included a peace march-past performed by the Nepali Army, Nepal Police, and the Armed Police Force. The teams also showcased dances representing different communities, alongside various sports demonstrations such as Taekwondo, and a joint band performance.

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The Kaski District Administration Office has declared the areas surrounding Sahid Chowk and Gairapatan in Pokhara as pro...
20/10/2024

The Kaski District Administration Office has declared the areas surrounding Sahid Chowk and Gairapatan in Pokhara as prohibited zones citing ‘potential unrest’ following the arrest of former Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, Rabi Lamichhane. The restrictions, effective from today, will remain in place until further notice.

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Party leaders and activists protested in Kathmandu over the arrest of Rabi Lamichhane, Chairman of the Rastriya Swotantr...
19/10/2024

Party leaders and activists protested in Kathmandu over the arrest of Rabi Lamichhane, Chairman of the Rastriya Swotantra Party.

They gathered at Maitighar in Kathmandu on Saturday for the protest. The rally started from Maitighar, proceeded to Bijuli Bazaar, and then returned to Maitighar.

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Rastriya Swatantra Party Chairman, Rabi Lamichhane, has been arrested following an order from the District Court in Kask...
18/10/2024

Rastriya Swatantra Party Chairman, Rabi Lamichhane, has been arrested following an order from the District Court in Kaski on Friday.

The former Home Minister was apprehended by the police in connection with a cooperative fraud case. A parliamentary inquiry committee on cooperative fraud found him guilty of misappropriating funds and had recommended legal action.

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The Nepal Army held a military parade and display during the 'Phulpati Badhai' ceremony at Tundikhel on Thursday as part...
10/10/2024

The Nepal Army held a military parade and display during the 'Phulpati Badhai' ceremony at Tundikhel on Thursday as part of the Dashain festivities. The event featured a mix of traditional and military elements, including a helicopter dropping flower petals, the playing of the Nepali national anthem, and musical performances.

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Today marks the celebration of "Phulpati", observed on the seventh day of Vijaya Dashami during Dashain. Sacred flowers,...
10/10/2024

Today marks the celebration of "Phulpati", observed on the seventh day of Vijaya Dashami during Dashain. Sacred flowers, leaves, and fruits symbolizing prosperity are brought into homes.

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Marked by clear skies and beautiful weather, people in and around Kathmandu Valley are seen immersed in celebrating Dash...
08/10/2024

Marked by clear skies and beautiful weather, people in and around Kathmandu Valley are seen immersed in celebrating Dashain. Here, Barsha Shah has documented people swinging to joy in traditional pings. The traditional Nepali swing holds deep cultural significance, connecting tradition with nature as people relish the joy of swinging with the breeze that accompanies.

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Nepal is expected to receive Rs 1.6 billion next month under an agreement with the World Bank for carbon trading, as par...
06/10/2024

Nepal is expected to receive Rs 1.6 billion next month under an agreement with the World Bank for carbon trading, as part of a long-term agreement to offset global carbon emissions.

The funds, tied to carbon storage in the forests of 13 districts in the Terai region, reflect Nepal’s contribution to offset carbon emissions for its corporate or sovereign partners between 2018 and 2024.

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As the Dashain festival kicks off, markets in the capital are witnessing a surge in shoppers. Areas like New Road and As...
04/10/2024

As the Dashain festival kicks off, markets in the capital are witnessing a surge in shoppers. Areas like New Road and Asan are bustling with people purchasing the necessities in preparation for the celebrations. It is a common tradition during Dashain for people to don new outfits and visit elders for blessings. The vibrant atmosphere and crowded streets reflect the festive spirit as the Nepalese people prepare for one of the biggest celebrations of the year.

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Dashain festival observations officially begins today with the celebration of Ghatasthapana, the first day of Navaratri....
03/10/2024

Dashain festival observations officially begins today with the celebration of Ghatasthapana, the first day of Navaratri. On this day, devotees across Nepal prepare to sow Jamara, sacred shoots of wheat, maize, and barley, which will be used in rituals later in the festival.

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The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has issued a flood risk warning for nine districts of the Koshi Province, ur...
02/10/2024

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has issued a flood risk warning for nine districts of the Koshi Province, urging the public to remain vigilant for the next three days due to potential flooding.

According to the latest forecast, there is a medium risk of flooding in Taplejung, Sankhuwasabha, Panchthar, Dhankuta, Ilam, Jhapa, Morang, Sunsari, and surrounding areas.

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Airline companies in Nepal have agreed to continue selling tickets at lower fares until the road network is fully operat...
01/10/2024

Airline companies in Nepal have agreed to continue selling tickets at lower fares until the road network is fully operational following a directive from Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Badri Prasad Pandey.

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Nepal has been devastated by floods, landslides, and inundations that have claimed the lives of at least 192 people, wit...
30/09/2024

Nepal has been devastated by floods, landslides, and inundations that have claimed the lives of at least 192 people, with 30 others still reported missing due to continuous rainfall in the last few days.

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Continuous rainfall over the past three days has caused widespread disaster incidents across Nepal, resulting in the dea...
28/09/2024

Continuous rainfall over the past three days has caused widespread disaster incidents across Nepal, resulting in the deaths of at least 49 people. Among the casualties, 32 lives were lost in the Kathmandu Valley, specifically in Bhaktapur, Lalitpur, and Kathmandu. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bishwo Adhikari, co-spokesperson of the Nepal Police, reported that 34 people have been injured, and 40 remain unaccounted for.

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A collection of rain-soaked images from Kathmandu- the city's streets, markets, and everyday life under the monsoon down...
27/09/2024

A collection of rain-soaked images from Kathmandu- the city's streets, markets, and everyday life under the monsoon downpour.

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To give a voice to all: The name Aawaaj is chosen because of its meaning – ‘voice’ and that is exactly what we intend to give. The media is a powerful tool and with the right use has made many a positive changes. Similarly in Nepal, there are many stories which go unheard, lifetimes are spent hoping for action, but Aawaaj Nepal aspires to change that. Albeit, one story at a time, Aawaaj Media shall be the voice of the nation. It shall look for stories deep within the Terai and Mountains of Nepal, and it shall make a change.