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Challenges in Repatriating Remains of 38 Nepalis Due to Conflict

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March 20, Kathmandu – Ongoing conflicts in West Asia have posed significant challenges in bringing back the remains of 38 Nepalis.

The conflict between Israel–America and Iran has disrupted the repatriation process from various countries in the Gulf region and West Asia, affecting the return of 38 deceased Nepalis.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reported that difficulties arose as air routes needed to transport the bodies have been obstructed.

Spokesperson Lok Bahadur Paudel Chhetri clarified that necessary arrangements are underway, and the remains will be brought back to Nepal shortly.

Of the bodies pending return, 17 are in Saudi Arabia, 15 in the United Arab Emirates, 2 in Qatar, 1 in Bahrain, and 3 in Israel (including 2 in Cyprus and 1 in Israel itself). Spokesperson Paudel confirmed ongoing efforts to repatriate these remains to Nepal.

Meanwhile, on March 18, the remains of 9 Nepalis were successfully transported from Kuwait. These nine bodies, along with 291 passengers, arrived at Gautam Buddha International Airport in Bhairahawa via a Kuwait Airways flight.

‘Tinna’: The Sacred Rice Variety Found in Kapilvastu

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The Ajigara Tal area within Krishnanagar Municipality of Kapilvastu district is renowned as a production zone for Tinna rice. Also known as red wild rice, this variety typically grows in marshy, swampy lands of wetland areas. Its English name is ‘Red Wild Rice’ and its scientific name is Oryza rufipogon. Tinna rice is rich in fiber, protein, minerals, and carbohydrates. Additionally, it is a gluten-free, unpolished, iron-rich grain that naturally grows in marshland ecosystems. It is often regarded as a sattvic and fiber-rich food. Since it thrives in natural pond ecological systems, it generally requires minimal use of pesticides, chemical fertilizers, or irrigation, thereby maintaining its purity. It is widely used in detoxification diets and for fasting in health regimes.

Tinna rice is a rare and highly nutritious wild red rice variety. It holds special significance during Hindu festivals such as Chhath, Haritalika Teej, Rishi Panchami, and Ekadashi, where devotees cook and consume it as rice during fasts. Due to its low glycemic index, it helps regulate blood sugar levels. Its color ranges from deep reddish-brown to a vivid dark red, often accompanied by an earthy or nutty aroma. This coloration arises from natural anthocyanin pigments present in the bran layer. When cooked, the reddish-brown tone becomes more prominent.

Local farmer Ram Vilas Yadav stated that Tinna rice is known by various names including Tinni, Tiniya, and Tumba. The rice carries profound religious and cultural importance. From October to December, local communities surrounding the wetlands gather this rice from forested areas, often referring to it as ‘fasting rice.’ Tinna rice plays a vital role in the biodiversity and cultural heritage of Nepal’s rural regions. With increasing market demand, Kapilvastu farmers have started cultivating it around the wetlands. Currently, the price of this rice in Kapilvastu markets has reached up to NPR 230 per kilogram.

In an interview with Professor Dr. Mohan Prasad Devakota, a botanist from Tribhuvan University, it was noted that Tinna rice grows not only in grasslands and wetlands but also in artificial terrestrial and aquatic environments, as well as coastal areas. In 2017, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) listed Tinna rice on its Red List of Threatened Species. However, it is categorized as Least Concern, indicating no immediate risk to the species. According to IUCN, this wild red rice is found across various countries including Nepal, Australia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China (Guangxi, Hunan, Guangdong, Yunnan), Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Hong Kong, various Indian states, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Education Minister Pokharel Focuses on Geta Hospital and Textbook Printing Operations

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News Summary

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  • Education, Science and Technology Minister Sasmita Pokharel conducted field inspections of Janak Educational Material Center Limited and the Medical Education Commission.
  • Minister Pokharel assured that the government will provide necessary support and facilitation to both governmental institutions.
  • He directed the removal of legal obstacles for operating Geta University at the Geta Hospital in Kailali.

March 21, Kathmandu – Education, Science and Technology Minister Sasmita Pokharel recently carried out site visits to Janak Educational Material Center Limited and the Medical Education Commission.

Minister Pokharel’s team visited both offices located in Sanothimi, Bhaktapur today. During the visit, Minister Pokharel expressed a strong commitment to provide the required government support and facilitation to these institutions.

He emphasized the need to identify potential areas for cooperation and advance in a coordinated manner.

Speaking on the occasion, Minister Pokharel said, “These two government institutions will receive increased support and collaboration. Officials from the ministry and relevant agencies need to hold meetings to establish mutual understanding and move forward.”

Pokharel also inspected the printing facilities and other infrastructure at Janak Educational Material Center and acquired comprehensive knowledge of its overall condition. He instructed that textbooks should be printed timely to be made available in students’ hands.

Similarly, the minister gathered information regarding the status and activities of the Medical Education Commission. He directed the removal of legal hurdles concerning Geta Hospital in Kailali to facilitate the operation of Geta University and urged expedited progress.

Officials from both organizations presented their current status, activities, and upcoming plans during the visit.

DP Aryal Appointed as Speaker of the House of Representatives, Backed by Ravi Lamichhane’s Rastriya Swatantra Party

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Dolprasad Aryal once ran a money transfer business in Japan, during which he appointed the popular TV presenter Ravi Lamichhane as the brand ambassador for his venture. Currently, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (Raswapa), led by Lamichhane, is proposing Aryal to lead one of the country’s three legislative bodies, specifically the House of Representatives. The Speaker of the House is also an ex officio member of the Constitutional Council. Born in September 1974 (B.S. 2031), the 51-year-old Aryal has been elected unopposed as the Speaker of the House of Representatives, although the official announcement of his selection is yet to be made.

On Aryal’s birthday in September 2022 (B.S. 2079), Lamichhane commented on a Facebook post by colleague Deepak Bohara, wishing him well: “Few people find an extremely simple, hardworking, honest, friendly, and warm companion; the one who finds such a friend is fortunate, and I consider myself that fortunate person. May you keep daring and may God be your guide.” In the recent elections, Raswapa secured 182 seats in the House of Representatives, becoming the largest party.

Many had anticipated that Aryal would become a minister during the government formation led by Balendra Shah ‘Balen’. However, Raswapa has instead nominated him for the Speaker position. According to longtime associate and MP Deepak Bohara, Aryal operated the money transfer business in Nepal after returning from Japan. “He also made Ravi Dai the brand ambassador for ‘Ezilink Money Transfer’,” Bohara shared, highlighting their long-standing connection.

Following the local elections in 2022 (B.S. 2079), where independent candidates including Balendra Shah ‘Balen’, Hark Sampang, and Gopi Hamal won, Ravi Lamichhane left Galaxy Television to form a new political party. At the time of Raswapa’s establishment, Aryal stood alongside Lamichhane. According to Bohara, Ravi and Aryal have been together since the initial discussions to form Raswapa. Subsequently, Aryal became the party’s vice-chairman.

रुकुमपूर्वमा एक्साभेटर दुर्घटना – Online Khabar

Excavator Accident in Rukum East Confirmed Without Human Casualties

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20 Chaitra, Rukum East – An excavator accident occurred in Char Gaun, Ward No. 8 of Putha Uttarganga Rural Municipality in Rukum East. The excavator with registration number RA 1 K 1083, which was involved in road construction, slipped 150 meters down a slope after the soil beneath it gave way, according to police reports.

The District Police Office of Rukum East reported that the accident took place around 1:55 PM on Friday afternoon during the excavation of the road connecting Garali to Chuma in Char Gaun. Authorities have confirmed that no human casualties resulted from this incident.

The excavator operator, 26-year-old Shashi Bikri from Ward No. 6 of Nalagad Municipality in Jajarkot, is reported to be safe and unharmed. The police are currently gathering further details about the accident. The excavator involved in the incident belongs to West Rukum Construction Pvt. Ltd.

28-Year-Old Umesh Rai Arrested with Brown Heroin

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The Narcotics Control Bureau in Koteshwor has arrested 28-year-old Umesh Rai, a resident of Tarkeshwor Municipality-8, Kathmandu, with 98 grams and 710 milligrams of brown heroin. Along with Rai, authorities seized cash amounting to NPR 650,000 and a digital scale used for weighing narcotics.

According to bureau spokesperson and Superintendent of Police Durgaraj Regmi, an investigation is underway under the Narcotics Control Act 2033 against Rai. He was apprehended on 20th Chaitra in connection with this case.

Local Governments Nationwide Receive Chief Administrative Officers

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  • The Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration has appointed Chief Administrative Officers in 145 vacant local government positions nationwide.
  • Minister Pratibha Rawal has confirmed that the posts of Chief Administrative Officers in 753 local bodies have now been filled.
  • The ministry identified employee reluctance, influence of elected representatives, and delays by interim governments in transfers as main reasons for vacancies in these posts.

March 20, Kathmandu – Following the formation of the new government, the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration has accelerated the appointment of Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) across local governments nationwide. A total of 145 vacant CAO positions have been filled in sub-metropolitan cities, municipalities, and rural municipalities. Some of these appointments also include coordinators of District Coordination Committees.

Previously, key positions in District Coordination Committees in districts like Chitwan, Arghakhanchi, Ilam, Jajarkot, Salyan, Rolpa, Udayapur, Mahottari, Dhanusha, Rautahat, and Nawalparasi had been vacant. The ministry has now appointed District Coordination Officers to these posts.

According to Minister of Federal Affairs and General Administration Pratibha Rawal, when she assumed office, 142 local levels had vacant CAO posts. Currently, a total of 753 local bodies have their Chief Administrative Officer positions filled.

On March 16, 63 District Coordination Officers and municipal Chief Administrative Officers, including Undersecretaries, were appointed. Undersecretaries have been deployed particularly in sub-metropolitan cities such as Tulsipur, Ghorahi, Butwal, and Janakpur. The appointments include Tek Narayan Paudel for Tulsipur, Chandraprasad Bhusal for Ghorahi, Deepak Gyawali for Butwal, and Gyan Hari Ghimire for Janakpur.

In the next phase, on March 19 (Thursday), Chief Administrative Officers were assigned to 78 rural municipalities, mostly filled by officers at the administrative level.

Main Reasons for Vacant Posts

The ministry has pinpointed three principal causes for vacancies in the Chief Administrative Officer positions: reluctance among employees to accept the roles, elected representatives seeking administration officers favorable to themselves, and delays in the transfer process by interim governments.

The ministry reports that in many local governments, vacancies have persisted for months due to these factors, including some cases where officers sent to municipalities were refused acceptance by representatives and sent back.

Following the new government’s formation, Minister Rawal implemented strict policies against employees refusing postings, issuing warnings that such officers would have to vacate their current positions.

The minister also stated that those officers who had been in the ministry for over two years without working in local bodies have now been appointed as Chief Administrative Officers and posted accordingly.

Significant Vacancies in the Madhesh Region

Vacant Chief Administrative Officer positions were notably prevalent in local governments in the Madhesh, Karnali, and Sudurpashchim regions. This lack has impacted administrative operations at district headquarters.

For instance, in Rautahat district, which has 18 local bodies, seven municipalities and one rural municipality lacked Chief Administrative Officers. Municipalities such as Matihani, Madhav Narayan, Chandrapur, Rajpur, Paroha, Gaur, Gujara, and Vijaypur, as well as Yamunamai rural municipality, had these vacancies.

Nita Pokharel Aryal, Undersecretary and spokesperson for the Ministry of Federal Affairs, explained that part of the delay in appointments was due to an insufficient number of Undersecretaries and officers for allocated posts. Additionally, the priority given to election processes also contributed to appointment delays in certain areas.

Lack of Chief Administrative Officers in some local bodies in the past led to issues such as employees being unable to receive salaries, social security benefits being halted, and disruptions in development projects.

Selection Based on Merit

Minister Rawal emphasized that since taking charge, the ministry has prioritized the appointment of Chief Administrative Officers.

“We have made decisions for administrative officer postings strictly based on merit,” she said. “Transfer decisions will no longer be influenced by connections but solely by merit.”

She also expressed hope that the old practice of elected representatives obstructing officers who do not favor them would not be repeated this time.

“If officers demonstrate professionalism, local leaders also bear the responsibility to cooperate. It is unlikely that elected representatives will obstruct the work of Chief Administrative Officers,” Minister Rawal added.

Nepalese Climbing Team Departs for China to Compete in World Championship and Asian Games Qualifiers

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The Nepalese climbing team is set to depart for China on Sunday to participate in the 20th Asian Games qualifiers and the World Championship. Representing Nepal will be Tenzing Bertin Rai and Ronak Upreti in the men’s category, and Swastika Chaudhary in the women’s category. The Asian Climbing Championship will be held in China from April 8 to 12, followed by the World Climbing Series from May 1 to 3. Kathmandu, 20 Chaitra.

The Nepalese climbing team will head to China this Sunday to compete in both the Asian Games qualifying event and the World Championship. Male climbers Tenzing Bertin Rai and Ronak Upreti, along with female climber Swastika Chaudhary, will represent the nation. The Asian Climbing Championship is scheduled to take place in Misan, China, from April 8 to 12. The team will compete in both boulder and lead disciplines.

According to Santosh Maden, General Secretary of the Climbing Sport Association, securing a place in the top 16 is necessary to qualify for the Asian Games. The World Climbing Series will be held from May 1 to 3 in Kekyau, China, featuring only the boulder discipline. Between these two events, the athletes will remain actively engaged in training, as shared by Sujit Kandel, Secretary of the Climbing Association. On Friday, Ramcharitra Mehta, Member-Secretary of the National Sports Council, bid farewell to the team at an event, extending his best wishes for their success.

अफवाह फैलाएको आरोपमा पश्चिम एसियामा ११ नेपाली पक्राउ

Eleven Nepalis Arrested for Spreading Rumors in West Asia

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Eleven Nepalis have been arrested so far in various West Asian countries on charges of spreading rumors through social media. Among those detained, three are in the United Arab Emirates, four in Saudi Arabia, three in Qatar, and one in Oman. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, they were arrested for sharing misleading photos and videos related to the Iran–Israel–America conflict.

These countries have indicated that they will take strict legal action against individuals caught spreading false messages on social media, including arrest and deportation. At a press conference on Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Lok Bahadur Paudel Kshetri stated, “They have been arrested based on the publication of misleading photos and videos on social media.”

During the ongoing conflict among Iran, Israel, and the United States, Iran has launched missile and drone attacks on Gulf countries. The Nepalis were arrested for photographing these missiles and drones used in attacks and then sharing the footage on social media, thereby spreading false rumors. Spokesperson Kshetri added, “Nepali embassies and missions in the respective countries are taking necessary measures regarding those arrested.” He further noted, “Investigations are ongoing to determine the charges against them and the respective penalties.”

Secrets and Characteristics of the Indus Valley Civilization

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The Indus Valley Civilization flourished from approximately 2600 to 1900 BCE and encompassed more than 1,400 cities and settlements. This civilization introduced advanced hygiene practices through brick houses, well-organized streets, toilets, and drainage systems. Its governance was characterized by collective leadership without any monarch or elite class, distinguishing it from other contemporary civilizations.

Two to three-story brick houses, straight and clean streets, excellent drainage systems, and sophisticated toilets are features that might remind one of a modern developed city. Yet, these were hallmarks of the Indus Valley Civilization thousands of years ago. According to Dr. Sangaralingam Ramesh, this civilization existed over four thousand years ago. Its core region was around the Indus River, which today lies across parts of Pakistan and India.

There is abundant evidence that the lifestyle of the Indus Valley Civilization was distinct and unique from other civilizations. Dr. Ramesh explains that the civilization pioneered brick-making for construction, using uniformly sized bricks for building houses. Cities were meticulously planned and constructed, with every house equipped with toilets and drainage systems, reflecting their advanced approach to sanitation.

The remains of Indus Valley Civilization structures also confirm the presence of an excellent civic administration. Each city had an authority responsible for maintaining and developing infrastructure in urban and rural settlements. Although governance was not centered on a single individual, signs of collective leadership were prevalent. According to Dr. Ramesh, evidence also suggests the Indus Valley Civilization was significantly more peaceful than others; no substantial indications of large-scale warfare have been found so far.

School Operator and Caretaker Arrested in Suspicious Death of 14-Year-Old Boy

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Summary: Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the suspicious death of a 14-year-old boy at the hostel of Phuleshwor Public English Boarding School located in Khaadak Municipality–7, Saptari. The arrested are 49-year-old school operator Dhirendra Prasad Chaudhary and 41-year-old caretaker Bhola Mandal. Both are under investigation for charges related to encouraging suicide, while the boy’s mother, Mamata Sah, has accused them of assault and delayed reporting of the incident. (Date: 20 Chait, Saptari).

Two persons have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in the suspicious death of a 14-year-old boy in the hostel of Phuleshwor Public English Boarding School in Khaadak Municipality–7, Saptari. The arrested are 49-year-old Dhirendra Prasad Chaudhary from Khaadak Municipality–10, the school operator, and 41-year-old Bhola Mandal from Lahan Municipality–20, Siraha, who works as the caretaker.

According to DSP Dambar Bahadur Puri, spokesperson of the district police office, both have been held for an additional five days for investigation under charges related to encouraging suicide. The deceased, Dharmendra Kumar Sah, from Lalpatti, Khaadak–9, had been residing in the hostel for seven years and was found hanging on the morning of 7 Chait, Saturday.

Following the incident, school operator Chaudhary, his wife Shobha, caretaker Mandal, and others reportedly took Dharmendra to the hospital before notifying the family and police. The boy’s mother, Mamata Sah, has alleged that her son was assaulted by Shobha Chaudhary and others at the school, that the incident was reported belatedly, and that the CCTV was deliberately turned off during the incident, raising suspicions about the case. However, the police have not yet taken Shobha into custody. Further investigation into the matter is ongoing, police confirmed.

पशु बधशाला र मासु जाँच ऐन तीन सहरमा मात्र लागू – Online Khabar

Animal Slaughterhouse and Meat Inspection Act Enforced in Only Three Cities After 27 Years

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The Animal Slaughterhouse and Meat Inspection Act, 2055 BS, has been enforced in only three cities even after 27 years. This act came into effect from Jestha 15, 2065 BS, exclusively in Hetauda, Butwal, and Surkhet. The lack of implementing bodies and shortage of technical personnel have adversely impacted public health. Kathmandu, 20 Chaitra.

Although the law was codified in 2055 BS, it has only been applied in three cities, and that too only after a decade. According to Section 2 of the act, the Government of Nepal has stipulated that the act is applicable only in designated areas announced through Nepal Gazette notifications. On this basis, the act has so far been implemented only in Hetauda, Butwal, and Surkhet.

Chief Veterinary Officer Sujan Rana, head of the Veterinary Quality and Drug Regulatory Laboratory, stated that the absence of the law in other cities has had negative effects on public health. He said, “This situation has arisen due to the absence of implementing agencies and the lack of a dedicated unit for enforcing the act within the Department of Animal Services.”

He further emphasized that the current shortage of technical personnel authorized to conduct meat inspections could severely impact public health, underscoring the need for stakeholders’ attention.

DP Aryal Commits to Constitutional and Legal Integrity if Elected Speaker

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Dol Prasad Aryal, Vice Chairman of Rastriya Swatantra Party, has expressed his commitment to performing his duties justly within the framework of Nepal’s Constitution and laws if elected as the Speaker. Speaking with journalists after registering his candidacy for the Speaker position at Singha Durbar on Friday, Aryal stated that he would fulfill the responsibilities entrusted to him with fairness.

Aryal emphasized his adherence to the principle of separation of powers among the executive, judiciary, and legislature, and highlighted his intention to uphold the dignity of the legislative body. He clarified that his candidacy is motivated by the welfare of the Nepali people and the protection of nationalism. He said, “The decisions and processes regarding the responsibilities I will assume are still ongoing. Therefore, once the process is complete and I assume the role, I will ensure that the legislature’s work is conducted justly in line with Nepal’s Constitution, laws, and in the interest of the Nepali people, the nation, and nationalism.”

As the Speaker election process progresses, Rastriya Swatantra Party is putting forward Vice Chairman Aryal as its candidate. Aryal reiterated his commitment to making legislative operations transparent and people-centric during his tenure.

Jeremy Becomes First Non-American Astronaut to Journey to the Moon

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Under the Artemis II mission, the Orion capsule carrying four astronauts completed one day in Earth orbit before commencing its journey toward the Moon. NASA’s Dr. Laurie Gleason reported the full success of the 5 minute 55 second Trans-Lunar Injection engine burn. Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen has become the first non-American to travel to the Moon, stating that “humanity has once again proven what we are capable of.”

The Artemis II mission, launched with the goal of returning humans to the lunar surface, achieved a significant milestone today. After orbiting Earth for one day, the Orion capsule with four astronauts successfully ignited its main engine to begin the trip to the Moon. This marks the first time since the 1972 Apollo mission that humans have exited Earth orbit.

According to NASA’s Dr. Laurie Gleason, the 5 minute 55 second engine burn, known technically as the Trans-Lunar Injection, was completely successful. From inside the Orion capsule, Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen sent a status update to mission control confirming his well-being. As the first non-American citizen to journey to the Moon, Hansen remarked, “Humanity has once again demonstrated what we are capable of.”

Rakhap Vice Chairman Dhruv Acharya Resigns from Post

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Dhruv Acharya, the Vice Chairman of the National Sports Council (Rakhap), has tendered his resignation from the position. On Wednesday, he sent his resignation letter via email to the Minister of Youth and Sports, who is also the chairman of Rakhap. In his resignation, Acharya cited his busy schedule, current needs, and the changing political environment as the reasons behind his decision.

He was appointed as the Vice Chairman of Rakhap by the leadership of the CPN-UML government in the month of Poush last year. Although the term of the vice chairman extends for four years, Acharya resigned after just one and a half years. In his resignation letter, he specified his workload, present demands, and shifting political circumstances as the factors influencing his choice to step down. Nonetheless, Acharya has expressed a commitment to remain engaged with the sports sector despite resigning from the vice chairman position.