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Prof. Dr. Dipak Aryal, Vice-Chancellor of Tribhuvan University, resigned on 17th Baisakh after leading the institution for 9 months and 24 days. During his tenure, he claimed to have worked on structural reforms within the university, improvements to the examination system, and the expansion of online services. Aryal also mentioned the formation of various committees aimed at protecting university land, upgrading campus facilities, and simplifying service delivery. (21st Baisakh, Kathmandu)

Dr. Aryal was appointed Vice-Chancellor by then Prime Minister and Chancellor KP Oli on 25th Asar 2082. Although his term was set for four years, he stepped down on 17th Baisakh following the formation of a new government. Emphasizing that he maintained neutrality, he stated, “I have made an honest effort to perform my duties with dignity and fairness without any political favoritism or misuse of position.”

Dr. Aryal publicly shared the reform initiatives undertaken during his tenure. He explained that structural and administrative reforms were instituted to enhance the quality of education at Tribhuvan University. Under examination system reforms, he introduced an academic calendar to ensure that results are published within 100 days from the conclusion of exams. Additionally, he noted that the Information and Innovation Center was strengthened to preserve university records and to expand and reinforce online services. Efforts were also made to promote professional development for teachers and staff, while ensuring transparency and fairness in performance management.

April 21, Kathmandu – Harkraj Rai, Chairman of the Labor Culture Party, has strongly condemned the government’s move to clear squatter settlements. On Monday, visiting the squatter settlement removed by the government in Thapathali, Kathmandu, Chairman Rai stated that policies forcing poor and landless citizens to live on the streets are unacceptable. He emphasized that squatters are also Nepali citizens and their rights to residence, food, and shelter must be respected.

The Nepal Student Union has called for the immediate public disclosure of the National Human Rights Commission’s study report on the events of September 8-9 (23-24 Bhadau). Although the Commission submitted the report on March 19 (6 Chait), it has yet to be made public, raising concerns over constitutional obligations and transparency, the Union stated.

Following the eviction of landless displaced communities, affected citizens have reportedly been deprived of even minimal humanitarian services, with holding centers remaining disorganized, the Union informed the Commission. Kathmandu, April 3 (21 Baisakh). The Nepal Student Union (NSU) submitted a letter of concern to Murari Prasad Kharel, Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission, urging the immediate release of the Commission’s study report on the September 8-9 incidents.

In the letter handed over today by the NSU central office in Kathmandu, strong objection was expressed that despite the investigation team formed by the Commission submitting its findings on March 19, the report remains undisclosed. The letter emphasized that withholding the report seriously undermines the Commission’s constitutional duties, transparency, and accountability.

In the early results of the Kerala Assembly elections, the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) has taken a clear lead. Following reports that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is trailing in his own constituency, Congress workers have begun celebrating. The UDF is showing strong potential to restore power, reversing the trend of power shifts broken by the Left Democratic Front (LDF) in 2021. Kathmandu, April 21 – Early counts from the Kerala Assembly polls reveal that the ruling left-wing alliance LDF is trailing behind the Congress-led UDF, which has established a decisive lead. After reports surfaced that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is behind in his constituency, Congress supporters have started celebrations at their headquarters, Indira Bhavan, in the capital city. According to the current tallies, UDF maintains its lead, and the news of Vijayan lagging has boosted morale within the opposition camp. However, the latest counts suggest that Vijayan may regain a slight lead by a narrow margin in subsequent rounds. Although the LDF disrupted Kerala’s decades-long pattern of alternating governments in the 2021 election, the initial trends in this election indicate a strong possibility of the Congress-led alliance returning to power.

April 21, Kathmandu – Hark Sampang, chairman of the Labour Culture Party and a member of the House of Representatives, left immediately after arriving at the demolished squatter settlement in Thapathali. He reached the Bagmati riverbank in Thapathali holding a hand microphone. When journalists attempted to get his comments, he found himself surrounded. Due to the overwhelming media presence, he felt uncomfortable and decided not to respond to questions and promptly left.

On April 24 and 25, the government used bulldozers to demolish the homes in the squatter settlement of Thapathali. Currently, only ruins remain at the site. Hark Sampang has strongly criticized the government’s move, condemning the displacement of the squatters.

The Armed Police Force Nepal has set up a temporary rescue base at Rudravati Multipurpose Campus in Wamitaksar, Musikot Municipality–7, Gulmi to respond to monsoon-related disasters. A 15-member team from Armed Police Force Number 37 Gulmi has been deployed to this base throughout the monsoon season for rescue operations. Due to increased risks of floods, landslides, inundation, and river erosion during the monsoon, the team will remain on standby for immediate response in Musikot, Chandrakot, and Satyawati rural municipalities. Reported on 21st Baisakh, Gulmi.

Targeting monsoon-related disaster incidents in Gulmi, the Armed Police Force Nepal has established this temporary monsoon response base inside the building of Rudravati Multipurpose Campus, Wamitaksar, Musikot Municipality–7. Commanded by Armed Police Deputy Inspector Top Bahadur Kumal, a team of 15 personnel from Armed Police Force Number 37 Gulmi headquarters has been deployed at the base.

With the onset of the monsoon, awareness of possible floods, landslides, inundation, and river erosions in various areas of the district has prompted the establishment of this base to ensure swift, effective, and organized rescue efforts. Particularly in the regions around Badiagad River, where risks increase annually during the monsoon, the team will remain prepared to carry out immediate relief and rescue operations in Musikot Municipality, Chandrakot Rural Municipality, and Satyawati Rural Municipality in case of potential disasters.

According to DSP Sudip Prasain, head of Armed Police Force Number 37 Gulmi, the team has been mobilized with necessary rescue equipment to enhance disaster management efficiency. Given that rural areas of Gulmi experience road blockages, swollen rivers, and recurring landslides during the monsoon, local residents have also been urged to exercise caution and preparedness.

The film ‘Kusti,’ directed by Anil Yonjan, is set to premiere in Kathmandu on October 26. This romantic comedy-drama stars Dhiraj Magar and Miruna Magar in pivotal roles. The director has also revealed that proposals for international screening rights are currently being received.

Kathmandu – The movie ‘Kusti,’ produced and directed by Anil Yonjan, is slated for release on October 26. Shot in Kathmandu and surrounding areas, the film’s release date has been finalized. The director stated, “We have finalized the release date after consultations with distributors and exhibitors. Accordingly, my team and I are currently engaged in the film’s technical work.”

‘Kusti’ is a journey through love, where the couple cannot part ways but finds it difficult to live together. This romantic comedy-drama is emotionally rich and humor-infused,” the director elaborated on the film. He added that despite love, the film portrays the struggle of a couple dealing with differing temperaments living together.

The main cast includes Dhiraj Magar, Miruna Magar, Pushkar Gurung, Luniva Tuladhar, Bholaraj Sapkota, Dikila Sherpa, Ravindra Jha, Rajaram Paudel, Kiran KC, Suryaman Limbu, Arvin Gurung, Rajani Gurung, and Suvarna Thapa. Notably, Dikila Sherpa, who won the ‘Miss Multimedia’ title and reached the top 15 in the 61st Miss India 2026 pageant this year, makes her debut in Nepali cinema with this film.

Director Yonjan shared that offers for acquiring international screening rights are coming in, and the film is expected to be released abroad soon. Audiences in Nepal and the diaspora eagerly anticipate the chemistry between Dhiraj and Miruna. Cinematography was handled by Umang Shahi, editing by Mitradev Gurung, and music contributions from Deepak Sharma, Anil Yonjan, and Kalyan Singh. Color grading was done by Renish Phago, with background music by Shailesh Shrestha and Rohit Shakya. Dance direction was led by Shishir Khati. OSR Digital served as the digital partner, while costume design for Dhiraj and Miruna was done by IIFT. Kathmandu Reach Entertainment, Apple Entertainment, and Mofasal FD Company are responsible for distribution and screening.