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US President Donald Trump stated that Iran’s response to America’s proposals to end the war was “completely unacceptable,” resulting in rising oil prices. According to Tasnim, an Iranian semi-official news agency, Tehran’s reply delivered via Pakistan called for an immediate halt to the conflict and demanded that the US and Israel commit to no further attacks on Iran. Pakistan has been mediating between the two sides. In Asian markets, Brent crude oil prices surged 4.1 percent, reaching $105.50 per barrel before easing slightly.

The Strait of Hormuz has been blocked since February 28 due to the ongoing conflict, disrupting the supply of oil and gas via tankers to various global regions. “I just read the response from the so-called ‘representatives’ of Iran and I do not like it — completely unacceptable,” Trump wrote on social media in reaction to Tehran’s conditions. According to the US news portal Axios, Washington’s proposals did not include conditions for reopening tanker traffic through Hormuz or Iran halting its nuclear material enrichment, unlike Iran’s demands.

The US proposal contained 14 points. Axios cited two unnamed US officials and two additional sources. A few days prior, Trump declared that the war with Iran would soon end. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the war would continue “until the accumulated uranium in Iran is removed.” A ceasefire was declared at the beginning of April to facilitate peace talks. Aside from minor incidents, the ceasefire has largely been observed. Trump extended the ceasefire indefinitely on April 21 to allow Iran more time to present a “unified proposal.”

Kushang Sherpa, a bus assistant driver, has been arrested in Ekantakuna, Kathmandu, for allegedly punching a passenger. He was taken into custody in connection with the bus bearing the registration number Ba 5 Kha 6840. Navaraj Adhikari, SSP of Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office, confirmed Sherpa’s arrest and stated that he has been handed over to the Lalitpur District Police Office.

The arrest followed widespread circulation of the video on social media, prompting immediate action from the traffic police. Kushang Sherpa, 26, hails from Salpa Silicho Rural Municipality-4 in Bhojpur. SSP Navaraj Adhikari said, “Sherpa, a resident of Sukedhara, has been detained and forwarded to the Lalitpur District Police Office for further legal proceedings.”

April 11, Kathmandu – The government has announced that it will make all economic transactions cashless starting from the upcoming fiscal year. This declaration was made by the President during the presentation of the upcoming fiscal year’s policy and program. According to President Ramchandra Paudel, economic transactions will be conducted in a cashless and transparent manner in the coming fiscal year.

The United States Department of Defense, the Pentagon, recently released previously classified documents concerning UFOs. These documents include accounts from ordinary people reporting sightings of unidentified objects from Earth, as well as astronauts observing unknown phenomena from the Moon. The files, once confidential, were made public last Friday under the direction of former President Donald Trump. In 2023, Trump instructed the release of these materials, citing “widespread public interest” in UFOs. Interest in the possibility of extraterrestrial life has notably increased in the U.S. in recent years. In fact, the U.S. Congress held its first hearing on UFOs in 50 years in 2022, during which the military committed to greater transparency on the issue. On that Friday, the Pentagon uploaded 161 files to its official website, with additional documents expected to follow in the coming days.

Earlier in February, former President Barack Obama sparked public curiosity when he stated that aliens “are real, but I have not seen them myself.” He later clarified that he was speaking about the statistical possibility of extraterrestrial life rather than confirmed evidence. During the same month, Trump authorized the Pentagon to publish files related to “aliens and extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), and unidentified flying objects (UFOs).”

The recently released files include military notes, reports from various Apollo missions sent to the Moon, and accounts from individuals claiming UFO sightings who believe these objects might be of extraterrestrial origin. The documents also contain records of “flashes of light” witnessed by Apollo astronauts, as well as transcripts of conversations among Apollo mission crew members from the 1960s and 1970s. Notably, communications from Apollo 11, Apollo 12, and Apollo 17 missions had previously been kept classified.

Renowned Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin, in an interview published on Friday, recounted witnessing several unexplained phenomena during lunar missions. “I saw a source of very bright light which we assumed could possibly be a laser,” he said. The files also mention Apollo 12 astronaut Alan Bean’s observation of particles and flashes during spacewalks.

Another document features an audio recording capturing the communication between Gemini 7 astronaut Frank Borman and mission control during the 1965 flight. In it, Borman reports seeing an unidentified object on the left side of his spacecraft, describing it as a “bug” followed by “millions of tiny particles.”

Lawmakers have welcomed the Pentagon’s initiative, emphasizing the need for government transparency regarding UFOs. Republican Congressman Tim Burchett described the disclosure as “an amazing step forward.” However, former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene alleged that the document release is a tactic to divert public attention from more serious U.S. issues such as fiscal management and the situation in Iran.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature 48 teams for the first time, with four countries earning their inaugural spots in the tournament. Jordan and Uzbekistan have qualified from the Asian region for the first time, while Curaçao and Cape Verde have secured their debut World Cup participation from the CONCACAF and African zones, respectively. Kathmandu, 28 Baisakh.

With only one month remaining until the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, an expanded roster of 48 teams will participate. Among the teams qualifying for the first time are Jordan and Uzbekistan. Jordan will appear in the World Cup for the first time in 40 years. Uzbekistan secured its place through the third round, where 18 teams were divided into three groups to compete for qualification.

Jordan earned its World Cup spot by defeating Oman, while Uzbekistan qualified after playing 10 matches, achieving 6 wins and 3 draws. In the group stage, Jordan will face the reigning world champions, Argentina. Curaçao and Cape Verde are also making their World Cup debuts. Curaçao secured qualification with 3 wins and 3 draws in 6 matches. Cape Verde reached the World Cup for the first time after winning 7 and drawing 2 of their 10 matches.

The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has filed a corruption case against Mahendra Kumar Dasvir, chief of the Kanchanpur distribution center in Saptari. He is accused of accepting a bribe of NPR 140,000 by promising to install a transformer and provide an electric line for a charging station.

According to the Commission, Dasvir threatened to cut the electricity line if the bribe was not paid after bargaining with the service recipients for the amount. This has been confirmed through the investigation.

On April 28, in Kathmandu, the Nepal Electricity Authority filed the case through the CIAA at the Special Court against Mahendra Kumar Dasvir. The charges relate to taking a bribe while arranging the electric line for the charging station.

The CIAA stated, “After completing the necessary procedures to provide the electric line for operating the charging station, it was proven that Dasvir bargained for and took NPR 140,000 from the service recipients, threatening to cut the line if unpaid. Therefore, today a charge sheet has been filed demanding penalties and fines under the Corruption Control Act.”

Twelve literary works written in the Limbu language were collectively launched in Phidim, Panchthar. Govinda Angbung, Federal President of Kirat Yakthung Chumlung, stated that mother tongue literature helps keep history and cultural memories alive. The event was organized by Yakthung Pragya Pratisthan, where works by seven authors including Laxmikumar Serma, Narendra Raj Kerung, and Bhim Kurumbang were unveiled. The event took place on 28 Baisakh in Panchthar.

The twelve literary books in Limbu were launched in a program titled ‘Yakthung Literature Synthesis’ held in Phidim, the district headquarters of Panchthar. During the collective inauguration, Govinda Angbung emphasized that mother tongue literature sustains history, identity, and cultural memory.

Among the works launched were Laxmikumar Serma’s Mundhum text Yuma?Sammang – Theba? Sammang Thanchingma Mundhum; Narendra Raj Kerung’s poetry collection Cho?lungba Langangha; Bhim Kurumbang’s Thangben; Pushpahang Lowa’s Mirakko Kebekpa Phung; Yogi L.V. Nembang’s essay Muyeang Keppa Yapmiha; and Machindra Lowa Semi’s ghazal Pakkandi.

Additionally, six works by Sagar Kerung were unveiled: Muncheit–Henzila, Muksi Nu Parikha, Thang, Silamsakma, Abu Samlo–Henzila, Muksi Nu Parikha, Yakthung Pang–Pangwaila, along with the children’s song collection Phung. The publication of these books is regarded as a significant initiative linked to language and cultural preservation as well as the renaissance of mother tongue literature. The event was organized by Yakthung Pragya Pratisthan.

The Nepali Congress has introduced an ‘AI Call Center’ aimed at simplifying the process of updating active membership records. This center has been established to provide greater convenience, alongside the existing option to update membership online. Members can now directly interact with the ‘Congress AI Assistant’ by calling 9701255555. The ‘Congress AI Assistant’ is available 24/7 to address any issues, inquiries, or suggestions that members may have while updating their membership information, providing immediate solutions.