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Flowers provide insects and birds with food, attraction, and a protective environment. The appeal that both humans and birds have toward flowers highlights the connection between human nature and natural necessities. April 15, Kathmandu. Various species of colorful flowers have captivated the attention of people. The beauty of flowers has long attracted humanity. This attraction to flowers is not just an expression of human nature but also draws insects and birds. Birds are attracted to flowers for multiple reasons. Flowers offer birds a combination of food, allure, and safe habitat, naturally making them fascinated by flowers. The country’s main administrative center, Singha Durbar, is currently filled with vibrant flowers. The colorful blossoms across Singha Durbar seem to welcome bees, wasps, and sparrows that inhabit the surrounding area. Among the colorful flowers, birds freely flutter around, appearing joyous and content.

April 15, Humla – The Armed Police Force has deployed additional personnel at the Hilsa check post located in Namkha Rural Municipality-5, northern Humla. This move aims to bolster security and surveillance at the APF’s BOP Hilsa situated in the border region. According to a recent decision by the Government of Nepal, nine newly assigned personnel from Armed Police Force Nepal, 44 Gulm Headquarters, have been dispatched to Humla, as reported by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Pushkar Singh.

DSP Singh stated that the increased manpower will play a vital role in reducing crimes, securing the border, and controlling theft and smuggling activities in the area. Despite heavy snowfall at Nara Lake and challenging conditions, the new team reached Hilsa after approximately six hours of trekking on foot, he added.

Kathmandu, April 16 – The Israeli military missile attack on Thursday has destroyed the last secure bridge in southern Lebanon. According to reports, a large plume of smoke rose following the strike in the city of Nabatieh. The targeted bridge over the Litani River is located in Nabatieh, home to over 40,000 residents. Lebanese officials have stated that no routes remain connecting southern Lebanon after this attack.

Summary: Despite being in the fourth stage of cancer, 22-year-old Riya Basnet managed to attend and dance at Nepathya’s concert. Tickets for Nepathya’s Canada tour Toronto concert had sold out two weeks in advance. The band is preparing for another event on April 18 at London Music Hall in Ontario after the Toronto show.
Toronto, Canada – As audiences left Queen Elizabeth Theatre, their faces shone with joy. Yet none were as deeply satisfied as 22-year-old Riya Basnet. Battling stage-four ovarian cancer, Riya had undergone two surgeries and multiple therapies. Attending her favorite band’s concert was a significant challenge. Standing was difficult, dancing almost impossible. Yet on Monday evening, she arrived at the packed hall in Toronto. Uncomfortable sitting, she was helped to a spot where she could stand and dance.
“Because of my physical condition, I was different from other dancing spectators,” said Riya, a business graduate living in Canada from Birtamod, Jhapa. “I was battling myself in every moment of what had been a dream since childhood.” Her cancer has also affected her mental health; she now needs medication for depression. “How can I express the value of a little light in deep darkness?” Riya reflected. “I will cherish this moment as if it were my last breath of life.”

The show in the bustling business city of Toronto had sold out tickets two weeks prior. Though the crowd had similar vibrant energy, individual circumstances varied. Sonia Tiwari, a third-generation Nepali family member residing in North America, had never attended a Nepali concert before.
“Before I was born, Nepathya’s songs played at home, and I grew up listening to those songs,” Sonia shared. “I never imagined how much energy Amrit Gurung spreads to every spectator on stage, touching the soul.” She praised how professionally and meticulously the Nepali event was organized. Because of this experience, after the concert ended, the audience hesitated to leave, chanting “Nepathya, Nepathya” for a long time as Nepali flags waved everywhere.
The songs themselves and the messages they carried energized the crowd, especially Amrit Gurung’s remarks before performing “Gaun Gaun Bata Uth.”
“This song played in every movement that brought change to Nepal’s government,” Amrit said before the performance. “However, those who repeatedly came to power have forgotten the song’s essence.” When Amrit referenced the “recent Gen-Z movement,” the hall erupted in applause.
“The new generation must not forget this song’s meaning. Written by Shyam Tamot in opposition to the Panchayat system and sung by Manjul-Ramesh, this song reminds us that if mistakes are repeated, Nepalis will rise again from every village and settlement with the same vigilance.”
The audience responded with wholehearted agreement and enthusiasm.
Throughout the concert, the artists received continuous encouragement and energy from the crowd.
“Songs played one after another, allowing me to immerse myself in nostalgic memories,” said Sameer Shrestha, a medical lab technician from Kathmandu attending the concert in Toronto.
Many spectators came from afar to see Nepathya’s performance in Toronto, including Anup Ghimire from Vancouver.
“This was my first time experiencing a Nepathya concert,” said Anup, who graduated in communications from Pokhara. “From the presentation to the atmosphere and organized program, I didn’t feel like I had traveled far.”
Ujjwala Pradhan, a graduate of George Brown College, said the concert reminded them of their roots.
“It was like a sweet story blending excitement and past memories,” she observed. “Nepathya carried their environment and made us feel a sense of home.” Ujjwala, who came from Sikkim, recalled how the band’s energetic performance made all the audience jump and dance.
The band concluded their show with the song “Rato Ra Chandrasuraj.” On stage, Amrit was supported by Dhruv Lama (drums), Subin Shakya (bass guitar), Neeraj Gurung (guitar), Shanti Rayamajhi (madal), and Dineshraj Regmi (keyboard).
“Such a Nepali performance on foreign soil is rare,” said organizer Chiring Sherpa, expressing pride in hosting a concert that brought so much joy to the audience.
After this performance, the 14-member team of artists, technicians, and management will travel to London, Ontario, for the tour’s final show scheduled for April 18 at London Music Hall, approximately two hundred kilometers from Toronto. Since tickets at the Elizabeth Hall had sold out, organizers expect Toronto’s audience to attend the London concert as well. Tickets can be purchased online through arrangements made by Nepalaya, with reservations available via Nepathya’s official website.

April 15, Kathmandu – Indra Bahadur Baniya, the Chief Minister of Bagmati Province, has advocated for the authorization of cannabis use for medicinal purposes. In a discussion held on Thursday with Prime Minister Balendra Shah at the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers’ Office in Singha Durbar, Chief Minister Baniya emphasized the need for the federal government to enact legislation granting this right.

“Cannabis contains medicinal properties. If cannabis is already used as medicine at the Singha Durbar clinic, why not move forward with legally regulating it?” he suggested to the Prime Minister. He added, “The initial phase can start in designated pocket areas such as Makwanpur and several other districts. Coordination among federal, provincial, and local governments is essential to establish proper regulation and monitoring systems, thereby paving the way for controlled cannabis use.”

April 16, Kathmandu – Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagley has affirmed the current government’s full commitment to the constitution. Addressing the Intergovernmental Finance Council meeting held at the Ministry of Finance on Thursday, he emphasized that the government is actively ensuring the sincere implementation of the constitution and that any necessary reforms will be made strictly according to constitutional provisions. Despite concerns raised by some media outlets suggesting the government, with Prachanda’s majority, might alter or abolish the constitution, he clearly stated that such fears are unfounded.

Badimalika Municipality has formally requested the Ministry of Education to provide clear policy guidance on community schools’ leave management systems. Mayor Amar Khadka highlighted that the two-day weekend and holidays have reduced school instructional days, adversely affecting the quality of learning. The municipality pointed out the difficulty in meeting the minimum of 220 teaching days annually and suggested that allowing only one day off per week would be more practical educationally.

Dhangadhi, 3 Baisakh – After the federal government implemented two public holidays per week (Saturday and Sunday), the municipality reports challenges in fulfilling the minimum annual requirement of 220 school days. Addressing the ministry secretary, Mayor Khadka stated that the current leave system significantly decreases actual instructional days at schools, directly impacting educational quality, student learning outcomes, and consistent study routines.

The letter cited Rule 84(5) of the Education Regulations, 2059, which legally mandates that schools must operate for at least 220 days per academic session. However, the existing holiday structure has created practical obstacles in complying with this requirement. Based on this, Mayor Khadka concluded that the model practiced by local governments, which allows only one day off per week—specifically Saturdays—would be more feasible and effective from an educational standpoint.