After Argentina’s defeat in the World Cup football final, some of the team’s supporters were seen throwing stones at the police. This incident took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The violent clashes following the loss to Spain in the final disrupted movement in the area.
Officials have stated that there were no injuries or arrests reported.
Editorial Summary Review. The new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Andy Burnham, formally assumes office today. Following the resignation of the former Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Burnham, leader of the Labour Party, has become the new Prime Minister. Burnham has identified economic recovery, inflation control, and decentralization of power as the top priorities for his tenure.
4 Ashad, Kathmandu. London – The new British Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, is set to officially take charge today. According to British tradition, after the Prime Minister submits their resignation to King Charles III, the monarch extends an initial invitation to the new leader of the majority party in Parliament to form a government. In the UK, a general election is not required every time the Prime Minister changes. The constitutional arrangement allows the leader of the majority party in Parliament to automatically become Prime Minister once the party changes its leader. Currently, the Labour Party holds the majority in Parliament. Since Burnham had already been selected as the party leader, he is now being appointed Prime Minister.
Burnham’s path to the premiership opened following an unexpected political development. Almost two years ago, then-Prime Minister Keir Starmer formed a government with a sizable majority in the general election but faced increasing pressure within his own party. Controversies over ambassadorial appointments, the party’s poor performance in local elections, the rising influence of reformist groups and Nigel Farage, and declining public support led to Starmer’s resignation. Subsequently, in the party’s leadership selection process, the majority of Labour MPs backed Burnham, making him the uncontested leader.
Who is Andy Burnham?
Andy Burnham, 56, is an experienced British politician. First elected to Parliament in 2001, he has held significant ministerial roles including in Health, Culture, and the Treasury. For the past eight years, he served as the directly elected Mayor of Greater Manchester. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he clashed with the central government, advocating for Manchester’s businesses, workers, and communities, which increased his popularity. Known as the “King of the North” by many, Burnham has long been a proponent of northern England’s development, devolution of local powers, and critical of the London-centric governance system.
He has clearly articulated a vision of decentralizing power in British politics. Burnham stresses that the economic, administrative, and political powers are excessively concentrated in London, which hampers nationwide development. He advocates for northern England to not only be a consumer of development but also a decision-making center. Before officially taking office, he has publicly committed to scrapping the controversial digital ID plan, prioritizing inflation control, expanding local government powers, and spreading economic growth beyond London. Under normal circumstances, the UK’s next general election is scheduled by August 15, 2029, giving Burnham roughly three years to lead the country. However, he faces five major challenges ahead.
1. Economic and Trade Reform
Economic recovery is Burnham’s first and most critical test. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ukraine war, energy crisis, and Brexit, the UK’s economy has lagged behind expectations. Private investment is weak and growth rates are slow. Government debt is high, and rising production costs are pressuring industries. Post-Brexit trade with the European Union is cumbersome; customs procedures, new regulations, and increased costs have impacted many businesses. Burnham has pledged to pursue economic growth without increasing taxes, create new jobs, attract private investment, and accelerate regional development. He also plans to use funds saved by cancelling the digital ID project for public benefit. Yet, with limited government resources, high debt, and sluggish growth, how he manages these goals remains to be seen.
2. Inflation, Cost of Living, and Healthcare
The biggest issue for British families today is managing everyday household expenses rather than politics. Prices of food, energy, rent, and daily necessities remain high. Rising living costs affect middle-class and low-income families alike. Another major challenge is the National Health Service (NHS). Long waiting times for treatment, shortages of doctors and nurses, an aging population, and increasing costs have placed unprecedented pressure on the NHS. As a former Health Secretary, Burnham faces high public expectations regarding healthcare improvements.
3. Immigration and Border Security
Immigration has become the UK’s most contentious political topic. The number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats from France is increasing. On the other hand, industries report difficulties operating without foreign workers. Burnham has indicated he will adopt policies to crack down on illegal immigration while managing legal labor migration more effectively. Because every immigration decision directly impacts the economy, labor market, human rights, and politics, this will be a challenging trial for him.
4. Preserving the Unity of the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is composed of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Recently, political disagreements among these four parts have escalated. The debate over Scottish independence remains unresolved. Disputes persist over post-Brexit arrangements in Northern Ireland. Wales continues to demand greater powers. Burnham is a known advocate of decentralization himself. As Prime Minister, he must balance granting local governments more authority while maintaining the UK’s unity—a major challenge.
5. Reestablishing the UK’s Role in Global Politics
Besides domestic challenges, global geopolitics will not afford Burnham any respite. The Ukraine war and ongoing tensions in West Asia show no immediate signs of resolution. NATO continues to urge member nations to increase defense spending. Maintaining a balanced relationship with the US administration led by President Joe Biden will also be challenging. Burnham must safeguard security concerns while preserving trade relations with China. Apart from restoring confidence among Brexit supporters, expanding economic cooperation with the European Union is essential. Although Burnham entered the premiership with relative ease, he will have to navigate deeply complex challenges to lead the country successfully. His ability to implement commitments, revive the British economy, ease citizens’ lives, and sustain the UK’s global influence will define his leadership’s true measure.
The Madan Puraskar Guthi has released the list of 10 outstanding works shortlisted for the year 2082. Out of 298 submitted books, works by authors including Keshavraj Gyawali, Keshav Dahal, and Lalit Bist have been selected. According to the Guthi, since the year 2075 BS, the prize amount for the Madan Puraskar has been fixed at four hundred thousand rupees. Kathmandu, 4 Shrawan.
According to the press release issued on Monday, following an evaluation of the 298 books received this year for the Madan Puraskar, 10 works have been chosen for the shortlist. One of these will be awarded the Madan Puraskar–2082. The selected works include “Ajñāt” by Keshavraj Gyawali, “Ithā” by Keshav Dahal, “Utkarsh” by Lalit Bist, “Nepalmandal Samma Jodeko Simrōnagadhko Itihās” by Roshan Kumar Jha, “Newar Samudāykā Paramparāgat Mukundonāch” by Veena Joshi (Rajbhandari), “Paridhi” by Uma Subedi, “Mahayug” by Seema Aabhas, “Salah” by Shravan Mukarung, “Swasparsh” by Dr. Navaraj KC, and “Hiund” by Nadish.
According to a statement released by the chairman of Madan Puraskar Guthi, Kund Dixit, since 2072 BS it has been customary for the Guthi to shortlist up to 10 works from the books it receives and publish the shortlist. As per Guthi regulations, one of the selection criteria is the predominance of unpublished material in the book. Established in 2012 BS, the Madan Puraskar Guthi awarded the Madan Puraskar for the first time in 2013 BS to three works in prose, social science, and science categories. Since then, the award has been consistently given to the best works published in the Nepali language.
On Monday, the ‘Cockroach Janata Party’ (CJP) in India attempted to lead thousands of people marching towards the Parliament building, demanding reforms in the education system. The demonstrators included students, parents, activists, and party leaders. A large crowd had gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, the designated protest site, where hundreds of police and paramilitary personnel were deployed.
Video footage released by the ANI news agency shows security forces using baton charges to disperse CJP supporters. As protesters tried to advance, the police also deployed tear gas. Tensions escalated after security personnel forcibly took Sonam Wangchuk, an educationist and activist on hunger strike for 21 days in support of the CJP, to the hospital on Saturday. Wangchuk has continued his hunger strike even in the hospital. Delhi police have stated that the march was not granted permission; however, according to CJP spokespersons, protesters moved forward towards Parliament despite the lack of official approval.
The CJP was founded by Abhijit Deepak. Although called a party, CJP is not a registered political organization. The group emerged in May as a satirical online movement protesting exam paper leaks and irregularities. Since then, it has garnered widespread support. The protestors demand that Dharmendra Pradhan be held accountable for irregularities in the education sector and resign. Pradhan has criticized the CJP and its supporters as “a B-team of unruly elements.”
Saurav Das claims that the police have taken founder Abhijit Deepak into custody. He has called on all Members of Parliament to support the students who have taken to the streets. Das further alleged that security forces assaulted peaceful protesters. While political demonstrations are common in Delhi, the combination of strict security measures and bans on public gatherings has meant that such a large protest has not been seen in recent years.
Monday’s events are being regarded as among the largest public protests against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government in the capital. Saurav Das also claimed that he and another CJP spokesperson, Ashutosh Rank, met with Health Minister JP Nadda. He stated, “When we presented our memorandum, he assured us that internal discussions would follow.” Protesters in Delhi vociferously demanded the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan during the demonstrations.
Andy Burnham has been appointed as the 59th Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Following an invitation from King Charles III to form a government, Burnham delivered his first address at Downing Street. After Keir Starmer’s resignation, Burnham assumed leadership of the Labour Party and expressed his commitment to further strengthening the political landscape.
In his inaugural speech as the UK’s new prime minister, Burnham vowed to “run politics well.” He spoke at Downing Street after arriving from Buckingham Palace, where King Charles III had invited him to form a government. Burnham becomes the seventh individual to serve as UK prime minister within the last decade. Previously, Keir Starmer had stepped down from the office of prime minister.
Meanwhile, dozens of Labour Party leaders gathered at Downing Street, with some expected to play significant roles in the new administration. Andy Burnham had previously attempted to lead the Labour Party but had not been successful until now. Born in Liverpool in 1970, Burnham was raised in a village near Warrington. His father worked as an engineer at British Telecom, and his mother was a receptionist. Both were staunch Labour Party supporters, which fostered Burnham’s early interest in politics.
Having made an impressive comeback on home soil to re-establish itself in the top four race, Nepal has now traveled to the Netherlands aiming to maintain that momentum in foreign conditions as well.
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July 19, Kathmandu – Nepal’s journey in the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 has once again reached a critical phase.
After a remarkable resurgence on home turf, where Nepal reasserted itself in the competition for a top-four finish, the team now aims to carry that momentum forward into overseas conditions by competing in the Netherlands.
The triangular series commencing on July 20 in the Netherlands will see Nepal face the hosts and Namibia. Following two consecutive impactful home series, Nepal’s true test lies in adapting to foreign environments.
Only two months ago, Nepal was positioned seventh in the League 2 standings, having secured just five wins in 20 matches and accumulating 12 points—placing the team in a precarious situation with slim chances of reaching the top four.
However, Nepal bounced back impressively by winning six out of eight matches played at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground against Oman, UAE, USA, and Scotland. These victories earned Nepal 12 crucial points and elevated them to fifth place, rejuvenating their prospects of a top-four finish.
From now on, Nepal’s remaining fixtures will mostly be away. After the Netherlands leg, Nepal will play another series against Oman and Canada in Oman. The outcomes of these eight upcoming matches will heavily influence Nepal’s qualification status for the top four.
A balanced team performance formed the foundation of Nepal’s domestic success. The bowling unit remained strong as ever, while the batting displayed significant improvement. Notably, consistent contributions from the top order boosted both Nepal’s competitive totals and chasing confidence.
The arrival of Ishan Pande added a left-right batting combination, further stabilizing Nepal’s batting lineup. Led by captain Rohit Paudel, the middle order and bowlers collectively assumed responsibility, successfully putting pressure on strong teams like the USA and Scotland.
Nepal had previously sealed its World Cup qualifier berth with a series of consecutive wins in the concluding phase of the last League 2 cycle. This time, there is another opportunity for a similar comeback, provided that they can replicate their home form abroad.
Captain Rohit Paudel stressed the importance of this series for World Cup qualification and ODI status, stating, “The last two series have been very good for us, and now we are focused on the Netherlands series. Our goal is to play in the One Day International World Cup, and we are working accordingly.”
Similarly, pace bowler Sompal Kami remarked that the upcoming series is crucial and that delivering results to finish in the top four is essential. “We have to maintain our current form as our aim is to stay in the top four, preserve our ODI status, and secure World Cup qualification,” Sompal added.
The series starting in the Netherlands will be not only an opportunity for Nepal to score points but also the most important test to keep their World Cup qualification hopes alive.
Prior to the series, Captain Rohit emphasized the focus on fitness, saying, “We have devoted some time to skill development, but mostly to fitness, so our preparation is good.”
Practice Matches Mimicking Conditions in Jersey
Ahead of the foreign series, Nepal played two one-day practice matches against Jersey and won both.
In the first match, batting first, Nepal set Jersey a target of 251 runs and won by 81 runs, showcasing a century by Kushal Bhurtel alongside stellar bowling performances by Hemant Dhami and Arif Sheikh.
The second match was affected by rain while chasing a target of 283 runs, but Nepal secured a seven-run victory via the DLS system. These wins indicated Nepal’s ability to maintain form in overseas conditions.
However, a distinct gap exists between practice matches and competitive League 2 games. The weather in the Netherlands, pitches supporting seam and swing bowling, and the home team’s experience may pose formidable challenges. Namibia, also fighting for points, will make every match highly competitive.
Captain Rohit Paudel expressed that the Jersey practice matches have been very helpful for preparing for the upcoming series. “Those two matches will serve as good preparation for our next series,” he said.
Players in Good Form
Especially during the home series, Nepali players have displayed excellent form. Opening batsman Kushal Bhurtel recovered well from a few dropped games, while Ishan Pande, who was given his first chance, has also performed well.
Kushal Bhurtel has scored 202 runs, including a century, in the last five ODIs. In the practice matches against Jersey, he contributed a century and a half-century.
Ishan Pande has made 84, 55, and an unbeaten 20 in three ODI matches, while in the Jersey games he scored 90 runs, showing promising form.
Vice-captain Dipendra Singh Airee has amassed 384 runs, including one century and three half-centuries in eight matches, and has also taken 11 wickets.
On the bowling front, leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane has taken 19 wickets in the last eight matches. In the Jersey practice matches, Sandeep, along with Karan KC and Hemant Dhami, claimed wickets.
Sandeep has been taking wickets consistently since June 10, 2025, over 13 consecutive matches.
This indicates that Nepali players are currently in good rhythm.
Opponents’ Standing
In the League 2 standings, Nepal is currently positioned between two opposing teams. The Netherlands stands above Nepal, while Namibia is below.
Third-placed Netherlands has earned 32 points from 28 matches, while fifth-placed Nepal holds 28 points from the same number of matches.
Namibia, sitting in seventh place, has 22 points from 28 matches. How many matches Nepal wins and how many the Netherlands loses will largely determine Nepal’s final position.
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The League 2 series featuring Nepal, Namibia, and the Netherlands begins Tuesday, July 20. Nepal will face Namibia in its opening match on Tuesday and compete against the Netherlands on July 22.
Subsequently, Nepal will play Namibia on July 26 and the Netherlands on July 28.
Nepal Team: Rohit Paudel, Kushal Bhurtel, Dipendra Singh Airee, Asif Sheikh, Binod Bhandari, Ishan Pande, Bhim Sharki, Arif Sheikh, Gulshan Jha, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sandeep Lamichhane, Arjun Kumal
A 20-year-old man, Muktiprasad Parajuli, died after sustaining an electric shock while building a grill in Sunwal Municipality, Nawalparasi West. Parajuli was seriously injured while working in Ward No. 11 of Sunwal Municipality and later passed away during treatment at Devdaha Medical College. The police have confirmed that they are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.
On 4th Shrawan, Nawalparasi West – According to police reports, 20-year-old Muktiprasad Parajuli from Ward No. 12 of Sunwal Municipality was injured by an electric shock on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred while he was constructing a grill at the residence of Dilmaya Sunar in Jargah, Ward No. 11, Sunwal Municipality. Parajuli was critically injured and died during treatment at Devdaha Medical College, Valuhi, Rupandehi. The police continue to carry out the necessary investigation regarding this case.
With the onset of the monsoon, nearly 450 families have been provided with temporary shelter through collaboration with local administrations, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority. Authorities are actively monitoring the conditions of the displaced individuals. Heavy rainfall across various parts of the country over the weekend has led to at least nine locations where roads were completely blocked as of Monday morning, while in some areas roads are operating with partial lane restrictions.
The Nepal Police reported that since the beginning of the monsoon season on Ashad 5 (May 19), there have been 724 natural disaster incidents, resulting in 66 injuries. Officials from the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology indicated that rainfall levels are expected to decrease in the next few days compared to the weekend, noting, “The likelihood of heavy rainfall has somewhat diminished.”
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority reported 62 incidents in the past 24 hours involving floods, landslides, continuous rainfall, and snakebites, which resulted in 2 deaths and 15 injuries. The authority also disclosed that landslides occurred in 18 districts, floods in 3 districts, and continuous rainfall in 5 districts. Officials confirmed that the monsoon season began on Ashad 5 (May 19) this year.
Spokesperson Shanti Mahat stated that the government is providing assistance to displaced families in coordination with local governments. She said, “Our primary focus is on monitoring and ensuring their safety. We are working closely with the relevant local administrations and municipalities to relocate them to safe places and provide necessary support. Assistance including provisions of food supplies is being arranged.”
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia is still open to negotiations with European countries. He emphasized that Russia has never sought to sever ties. Speaking to journalists, Peskov said, “Russia is open to dialogue; we have never initiated a breakup of relations.”
Argentina’s head coach Lionel Scaloni has stated that he will take more time to decide about the team’s future and his continuation. Following the emotional loss to Spain in the World Cup final, Scaloni mentioned that he will discuss with the federation’s president before revealing any plans. Having managed Argentina since 2018, Scaloni has established a successful reputation by winning the 2022 World Cup and the Copa America.
Scaloni, 48, was appointed head coach after Argentina was eliminated in the round of 16 in the 2018 World Cup. At that time, he had no prior experience as a head coach and only limited experience as an assistant. Despite initial doubts, Scaloni became Argentina’s most successful coach in history. His team, the 2022 World Cup champions, suffered a 1-0 defeat to Spain on Sunday night in another World Cup encounter.
“I will have a conversation with the federation president. I have my own thoughts about what I want to do,” Scaloni said. He added, “I don’t know if replicating such a big achievement is possible, and perhaps a detailed discussion about that is necessary.” If he continues, it is likely that the squad will be very different from the one he has managed for nearly a decade.
Lionel Messi, now 39, once again delivered an outstanding performance with eight goals and four assists. In total, eight Argentine players who started in the 2022 and 2026 finals played from the initial eleven, making a significant overhaul of the squad beyond their most famous star almost certain. Scaloni remarked, “Rebuilding such a group is very difficult. It is genuinely painful. I am very saddened.”
He expressed no regrets about the result of the final, stating, “We are extremely grateful to all our fans. But in the end, the result did not go our way,” he said. Scaloni, a product of Newell’s Old Boys—the team where Messi grew up—played football professionally for two decades across Argentina, Spain, Italy, and briefly in England.
July 20, Syangja – The Syangja District Traffic Police Office collected NPR 11.53 million in revenue from fines imposed on vehicles violating traffic rules over the course of one year.
According to the office’s annual progress report, in fiscal year 2082/83 (mid-July 2025 to mid-July 2026), a total of 13,551 vehicles across the district were penalized for various traffic offenses, resulting in revenue collection of NPR 11,530,000.
Among the vehicles penalized, the highest number—4,614—were motorcycles. This was followed by cars and jeeps with 3,326 cases, trucks and tippers with 2,255, buses with 1,540, tractors with 912, and other vehicles numbering 942.
Monthly data reveals that the month of Jestha (mid-May to mid-June) saw the highest number of penalties, with 1,502 vehicles fined, yielding NPR 1,227,000 in revenue.
The statistics also indicate a downward trend in both the number of vehicles penalized and revenue collected. In fiscal year 2081/82, 19,289 drivers were penalized, generating NPR 14,153,500 in revenue. In the previous fiscal year, 2080/81, 14,610 drivers were fined bringing in NPR 11,097,000.
This fiscal year shows a decline in both the number of penalized vehicles and the revenue collected. When compared over the past three fiscal years, this year’s revenue generation by the Syangja District Traffic Police Office has decreased somewhat.
Deputy Inspector Narendra Bahadur Shahi, head of the Syangja District Traffic Police Office, explained that the decline is partly due to disruptions caused by the Janjati Aandolan (Ethnic Movement) and the parliamentary elections, which hindered regular traffic enforcement activities.
The office has prioritized accident reduction with regular inspections, driver awareness programs, and continuous enforcement against traffic violations.
Additionally, during fiscal year 2082/83, the district experienced 20 road accidents resulting in 9 deaths, 24 serious injuries, and 23 minor injuries. Most accidents involved motorcycles, jeeps, and buses according to the report.
Deputy Inspector Shahi emphasized that the purpose of traffic enforcement is not to raise revenue but to reduce accidents and maintain road discipline.
“We view traffic enforcement not as a revenue source but as a road safety measure,” Shahi said. “Our focus is on enforcing traffic rules, making drivers accountable, and reducing accidents through regular and effective checks. Recently, we have also intensified traffic awareness campaigns.”
He mentioned special monitoring efforts aimed at curbing speeding, overloading, lack of vehicle documents, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and failure to wear helmets and seat belts. The office continued coordination with schools, drivers, transportation businesses, and local authorities to maintain awareness programs.
Shahi urged all drivers and passengers to observe traffic regulations responsibly, noting that adherence to rules greatly reduces accident risk. He highlighted that road safety is a collective responsibility and following laws is fundamental for safe travel.
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Andy Burnham is poised to become the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The 56-year-old, having secured leadership of the Labour Party, is set to replace his own party colleague Sir Keir Starmer and become the 59th Prime Minister of Britain.
Burnham will be the fourth person to become Prime Minister within five years in the UK.
Starmer, who resigned from both government and Labour Party leadership on 22 June, formally handed in his resignation to King Charles at Buckingham Palace on Monday.
Prior to this, speaking at Downing Street, Starmer stated that the country is “stronger” today than it was two years ago and pledged his full support to the new Prime Minister.
During his address, Starmer highlighted achievements during his tenure: a stronger economy, improvements in public services, reduction in child poverty, decreased immigration, and significant enhancement of the country’s international reputation.
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The Labour Party holds a majority in the House of Commons, the UK’s lower house of Parliament. With Burnham now elected party leader, he is set to be appointed Prime Minister.
After taking office as Prime Minister, Burnham may call a parliamentary election, although so far no indication of a general election has been given.
The next scheduled UK general election is set for 15 August 2029.
Burnham has pledged that under his leadership, the Labour government will place greater emphasis on left-wing policies and focus on improving the living standards of ordinary people.
He had previously contested the party leadership in 2010 and 2015 but was unsuccessful.
The former mayor of Greater Manchester entered Parliament only last June after winning a by-election.
The Russian military has persistently targeted fuel storage facilities and military supplies at the Odesa and Yuzhny ports, which support the Ukrainian Armed Forces. According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, on July 19, attacks were conducted using Geran-4 drones, damaging bulk carriers and ships anchored outside Odesa port. The ministry stated, “The Russian forces continue their assaults on ports that assist the Ukrainian military.” (As of July 19)
Moscow has been consistently striking ports supporting the Ukrainian military. The Russian Ministry of Defense reported damage to fuel and lubricant storage tanks designated for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. These tanks at Odesa port were attacked using weapons and loitering munitions.
On the night of July 20, Russian forces continued their assaults on ports aiding the Ukrainian military. On July 18, Russian troops targeted a launcher of the Neptune coastal missile system. This attack employed Iskander ballistic missiles and Geran-4 seeker drones in the Mykolaiv region.
Throughout July 19, Russian forces repeatedly attacked Ukrainian ports and vessels. The Geran-4 seeker drone struck a bulk carrier anchored outside Odesa port. Additionally, a warehouse at Yuzhny port storing military equipment supplied by Western countries for Ukrainian forces was also targeted.
News Analysis – If wet clothes are not properly dried, there is a higher risk of lice infestation, bacterial growth, and skin allergies. Currently, it is the monsoon season with daily rainfall, causing the process of drying washed clothes to be stressful for many. Sometimes sunlight appears, sometimes rain interrupts drying. Lack of sunlight and high humidity prevent clothes from drying quickly. If wet clothes do not dry on time, they tend to develop odors, may harbor lice, and foster bacteria growth. Wearing such clothes can lead to skin allergies, fungal infections, and stains.
During monsoon, high humidity slows the evaporation of moisture from clothes since the surrounding air is also damp, making it difficult for moisture to escape and prolonging the drying process.
How to dry clothes during monsoon? When it keeps raining continuously, it is important to thoroughly wring out clothes before drying. The best place to dry clothes during this time is an open balcony at home. Since balconies are open, good airflow helps clothes dry faster and more effectively. Occasionally, if the sun comes out, clothes hung on the balcony dry quickly. It is not necessary to immediately remove clothes when it rains again, which reduces hassle. Running a fan on well-wrung clothes is also effective. If there is air conditioning at home, clothes can be dried on the dry mode. Another option is to place clothes near a window inside the room, but proper airflow in and out of the window is essential.
For thin clothes in urgent need of drying, a hair dryer can be used, but the clothes should be only slightly damp. Hair dryers are ineffective on very wet clothes and are not recommended for synthetic or delicate fabrics. If there is no space inside the room, clothes can be dried in the bathroom; however, high humidity and poor ventilation there increase the risk of unpleasant odors and lice infestation on clothes.
Key considerations for drying clothes indoors: During the rainy season, if there is no balcony or drying is inconvenient, indoor drying becomes the main option. If the home has adequate ventilation, drying clothes indoors poses no major problems. However, drying wet clothes in a closed room raises humidity levels, which promotes fungal and bacterial growth, leading to odors and lice on clothes. Without good airflow, moisture from wet clothes can accumulate on walls and ceilings, causing dampness and potentially damaging electronic devices. This also increases the chance of musty smells and lice falling inside the room.
Things to avoid when drying clothes indoors: – Hanging wet clothes without properly wringing them out. – Stretching or overly pulling clothes while hanging. – Drying clothes in closed rooms without adequate ventilation. – Folding or storing clothes before they are fully dry. – Leaving clothes in the washing machine for long periods after washing. – Drying clothes in damp areas. – Hanging clothes in one spot for multiple days.
On Monday, Mallikarjun Kharge, President of the Indian National Congress, raised the issue of a police baton charge on CJP protestors in the Parliament. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, he said, ‘Thousands of children gathered at Jantar Mantar in the paper leak case were subjected to baton charge. The Modi government is trying to suppress the voices of young people.’
Speaking to the media outside the Parliament building, Kharge criticized the government for its inability to address unemployment and conduct examinations, stating that it is unfit to remain in power. The CJP thanked Kharge for raising youth issues in Parliament.
He added, ‘It is wrong to beat and harm students and youth who come to Delhi to raise their voices. We have repeatedly drawn the government’s attention to this issue, but it has made no difference. On one hand, there is unemployment, and on the other, the government has been unable to conduct exams.’
During the CJP’s ‘Parliament March,’ police resorted to baton charges and used tear gas against protestors.