How to cope with stress? Published on September 9, 2026. It is normal for all of us to feel worried occasionally. However, when problems appear large and complex, it can become challenging to face them. You or your close ones might also experience such feelings if displaced due to floods and landslides. How can stress be managed in tough circumstances? Watch this video for insights on the topic.
On Friday in New Delhi, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The meeting took place on the occasion of the BRICS Summit 2026. During the session, Prime Minister Modi presented President Putin with a Russian translation of the famous ancient Tamil text, the ‘Tirukkural,’ as a gift. This classic work was authored by the renowned Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar.
Prior to the meeting, President Putin arrived at the India Pavilion, where he met with Prime Minister Modi. Attending the BRICS Summit in India are also Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, both of whom have come to New Delhi. On Friday evening, a bilateral meeting is scheduled between Prime Minister Modi and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi as well.
The ACC Premier Cup final, scheduled for Friday at the Bayumas Oval in Malaysia, will feature Nepal and the UAE competing for the title and an Asia Cup spot. According to weather forecasts, light rain is expected from the morning with increased chances of thunderstorms and rainfall in the afternoon, potentially disrupting the final. As per ACC regulations, there is no reserve day for the final; if the match is interrupted or incomplete, the UAE will be declared the winner based on group stage performance. The UAE reached the final undefeated, winning all four matches in Group B, while Nepal advanced with four wins and one loss in Group A.
The match between Nepal and UAE is set to begin at 9:30 AM local time. While the weather appears stable early on, rain is expected to start around 11 AM. Forecasts indicate light rain throughout the morning, with thunderstorms and heavier rainfall likely during the day. Temperatures are predicted to range between 25 and 34 degrees Celsius, with a higher risk of rain in the afternoon.
According to ACC rules, no reserve day has been scheduled for the final. Therefore, if weather conditions prevent the match from starting or completing, the UAE will be declared champion based on superior group-stage results. The UAE topped Group B undefeated with four wins and advanced to the final via the semifinals. Nepal finished Group A with four wins and one loss. Notably, Nepal secured the previous Premier Cup title by directly defeating the UAE and clinched qualification for the Asia Cup. This time, Nepal aims to repeat that historic feat, contingent on favorable weather conditions.
September 12, Kathmandu – Researchers from the University of Warwick have identified a significant connection between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and gastrointestinal health. The team analyzed data from over 1.9 million participants across 23 different studies.
Compared to individuals without ADHD, those diagnosed with the disorder have about a 50% higher likelihood of experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms. The risk of constipation among ADHD individuals is twice as high. Additionally, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) was found to be 58% more common, and incidence of encopresis, the inability to control bowel movements, was observed to be four times higher.
Globally, it is estimated that around 5% of children and 3-4% of adults have ADHD, with diagnosis rates increasing rapidly over the past four decades.
While gastrointestinal issues have long been recognized among individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, scientists have been investigating the so-called “gut-brain axis” to understand links between digestive health and neurodevelopmental conditions. However, there has been limited clarity on gastrointestinal symptoms specifically among those with ADHD.
This study, published in the Journal of Attention Disorders, represents the first systematic review to focus exclusively on gastrointestinal symptoms in people with ADHD. The researchers gathered data from studies conducted in countries including the United States, Sweden, Germany, and South Korea, covering participants aged 2 to 65 years.
Medical student and co-author Sara Blake from Warwick Medical School remarked, “Nearly every digestive symptom we identified—constipation, IBS, even dyspepsia—showed associations with ADHD. These issues can significantly impact daily life but are often overlooked because the focus tends to be solely on ADHD itself.”
While the researchers could not definitively explain why ADHD and gastrointestinal problems co-occur, several plausible reasons were proposed.
ADHD symptoms such as impulsivity and irregular eating habits may adversely affect digestive health. In addition, medications prescribed for ADHD treatment can produce gastrointestinal side effects like constipation.
Another potential factor is the gut microbiome. Previous evidence indicates that variations in gut bacteria linked to ADHD may influence communication between the digestive system and the brain via the vagus nerve, which serves as a key connection between the gut and central nervous system.
The researchers recommend that clinicians caring for patients with ADHD remain vigilant for gastrointestinal symptoms and proactively inquire about digestive health during consultations.
Patients experiencing complex gastrointestinal issues may benefit from specialized support by dietitians or gastroenterologists.
While the findings do not prove that ADHD directly causes digestive problems, they underscore an important association. Further research is needed to determine the extent to which biological factors, medications, or other influences contribute to this connection.
Dr. Saran Shantikumar, Associate Clinical Professor at Warwick Medical School, stated, “We still cannot say for certain whether ADHD causes these gastrointestinal symptoms or what mechanisms are involved. However, this pattern is clinically significant. Healthcare providers managing ADHD patients should consider assessing gastrointestinal issues, especially when these symptoms adversely affect quality of life.”
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Officials have stated that after imports from outside the Kathmandu Valley were halted for four days, a shortage of cooking LPG gas in Kathmandu led to the emergence of black market activity.
The Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection has imposed fines of NPR 300,000 each on two individuals this week alone for selling gas at prices above the fixed rate, according to department spokesperson Anil Kirati.
Kirati added that following complaints related to cooking gas, seven shops were penalized within a week. The department has levied fines ranging from NPR 10,000 to NPR 300,000 on these shops.
“The department has the authority to impose fines between NPR 200,000 and NPR 300,000 on anyone selling gas above the prescribed price,” Kirati said.
According to the department, those penalized were found to be selling gas cylinders for as much as NPR 2,650 each.
A complaint has been received by the department alleging that gas cylinders were sold for as much as NPR 3,200, and investigations and monitoring are ongoing on many such complaints, said the department spokesperson.
He added that some vendors have not been fined due to insufficient evidence.
Other government agencies are also actively monitoring and taking action alongside the department.
Following complaints of prices as high as NPR 2,900 per cylinder, police in Bhaktapur have taken two shop owners into custody for investigation, Bhaktapur Police Chief Surya Khadka said.
“Upon investigation after the complaint, we found gas being sold for NPR 2,800 to NPR 2,900 per cylinder and have arrested the shop owners,” Khadka stated.
“This also clearly indicates instances of black market activity.”
The Gas Sellers’ Association has also directed strict action against those selling gas at higher than the fixed rates.
“We strongly demand the government undertake strict legal action against anyone making undue profits by selling beyond the government’s fixed price,” the association said in a statement released Friday.
Vinod Kafle, General Secretary of the association, explained that vendors have been hoarding and deceiving industrialists and businesspeople, which has increased black market activities.
“Currently, hotels themselves are going out to refill gas cylinders. Vendors have not been able to obtain gas. They know who is refilling more gas and who needs it,” Kafle remarked.
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Images showing long queues of people carrying empty cylinders at government-managed gas distribution centers and industries have circulated on social media, prompting the public to question the government. As the gas shortage remained unresolved for an extended period, Industry Minister Gaurikumar Yadav resigned on Thursday amid criticism.
Ruling National Independent Party MP Ashika Tamang stated in the House of Representatives on Friday that merely changing the minister will not solve the gas problem.
Even with government intervention, Nepal Oil Corporation has no clear timeline on when gas will be easily available.
Corporation spokesperson Manojkumar Thakur commented, “Gas distribution in Kathmandu exceeds daily requirements, but demand is still higher.”
He also said that media reports spreading concern contribute to the gas shortage issue.
“When the media reports gas shortages, people say I already have one cylinder and want to get another,” he explained.
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According to spokesperson Thakur, the volume of gas entering the valley in recent days has exceeded the average.
After the highway was blocked at Krishna Bhir, gas cylinders were refilled outside Kathmandu and imported through alternative routes such as Tribhuvan Rajpath, Thakur said.
He stated that over 40,000 gas cylinders have been arriving daily in the valley in recent days.
However, the corporation acknowledged it cannot meet consumer demand because the current demand exceeds supply.
Industries claim that daily demand in the valley ranges from 40,000 to 45,000 cylinders, while the corporation reports availability of only 35,000 to 40,000 cylinders.
On September 1, when the road was blocked at Trishuli Krishna Bhir, gas delivery motorcycles carrying 1,200 cylinders were unable to enter Kathmandu.
After the supply in the valley was nearly halted for four days, industry operators were permitted to refill gas cylinders outside the valley.
Gas industries in areas such as Chitwan, Hetauda, Bara, Parsa, Bhairahawa, and Nawalparasi have been filling cylinders and transporting them by truck to Kathmandu.
September 12, Kathmandu – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has arrived in New Delhi to participate in the BRICS summit. Upon entering India, he was welcomed by Indian Minister of State Shantanu Thakur. Prior to departing for Delhi, President Pezeshkian stated in Tehran that the purpose of BRICS is to resist American hegemony. “The new BRICS countries were formed to free themselves from dependence on the dollar and to oppose American dominance,” he explained. According to news agency PTI, Pezeshkian and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are scheduled to hold bilateral talks on Friday evening. The talks aim to increase trade between the two countries and further strengthen bilateral relations. This marks Pezeshkian’s first visit to India as president. The visit takes place amid US economic sanctions on Iran and escalating tensions in West Asia. Other key leaders attending the BRICS summit in India include Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Summary: Haritalika Teej is a highly popular festival among Nepali women, beginning from Bhadra Shukla Pratipada and concluding with the worship of Rishi Panchami. On the first day of Teej, it is customary to share a feast called ‘Dar,’ while on the second day, women observe a strict fast and worship Lord Shiva. Male participation in the Teej festival has been increasing day by day.
Teej is an extremely popular festival for Nepali women. According to the Vedic calendar, it starts on Bhadra Shukla Pratipada and ends with the worship on Panchami. Traditionally, this festival is a sacred event for Nepalese, especially Hindu women. It is celebrated with sweets, fasting, singing, dancing, wearing ornaments, cleaning rituals, and worship of sages and deities.
With social changes, Teej traditions have evolved over time. Distorted practices such as loose songs, provocative dancing, unusual attire, and excessive unnecessary expense and eating for months have emerged as some negative traits of the festival. The area near Maiti Ghar is closely associated with Teej. Women who cannot visit their maternal homes throughout the year go to Maiti Ghar with their fathers or brothers during Teej, share delicacies, discuss joys and sorrows, and express their pain through songs. However, some of these customs have diminished in modern times.
The Four Main Days of Teej
The Teej festival is primarily celebrated over four days with various traditional rituals.
Men’s Participation in Teej
Although traditionally regarded as a women’s festival, men have become increasingly involved in the enjoyment, singing, dancing, and feasting during Teej. Men assist women by facilitating social gatherings, outings, and helping with household chores. They participate in cooking, cleaning, gift-giving, accompanying women to temples, and some men even fast during Teej. In the music industry, men produce Teej songs, energizing the market and partaking in performances. Economically, men also play a significant role by buying clothes and jewelry for the festival.
In conclusion, it is important to honor Teej with religious and mythological respect. Efforts must be made to reduce distortions and remain vigilant to protect religion, culture, and traditions. This applies not only to Teej but also other festivals, where reducing negative influences and the impact of Western culture is essential to keep celebrations simple, affordable, and meaningful.
Heartfelt wishes to all Nepali sisters on the occasion of Haritalika Teej 2083.
(Dr. Naranath Pandey, Professor at Madhyabindu Multiple Campus, Kawasoti, Nawalpur)
When we experience the death of someone we love, we feel as if a part of ourselves and our past is lost. What should we do in such situations? The grieving process is complex and personal, and there are various ways to cope with it. During grief, a flood of emotions can arise, including sadness, anger, and confusion. In these moments, self-support and the help of friends are extremely important.
The Trump administration has proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period that allows H-1B and other temporary work visa holders to find new employment or sponsors after job loss. Under the new rule, visa holders would be required to leave the United States immediately after their employment ends. The Department of Homeland Security has acknowledged that this change could impact large American tech companies that rely heavily on foreign workers.
Kathmandu, September 11 — The proposed regulation was published on Thursday in a government notice online. According to the Department of Homeland Security’s notice in the Federal Register, H-1B and other temporary work visa holders must depart the U.S. promptly once their employment terminates. This move could significantly affect major U.S. tech firms that depend on a large number of foreign employees.
After resuming office in January 2025, President Donald Trump introduced this new initiative to tighten legal immigration policies. His administration has already approved an increase in visa fees for skilled foreign workers. Additionally, as part of implementing new training programs, temporary restrictions have been placed on immigrant visa appointments at U.S. diplomatic missions globally. While the Department of Homeland Security acknowledges that this change might pose some challenges for affected companies, it also asserts that positions could be filled by American workers.
NASA and IBM have released an open-source artificial intelligence (AI) model named the ‘NASA-IBM Lunar Foundation Model’ designed to aid lunar observation. This model will assist researchers in identifying potential ice deposits in the Moon’s permanently shadowed regions, locating safe landing sites, and studying volcanic structures. According to NASA and IBM, testing has shown that the model identifies key features on the lunar surface 23% faster than other methodologies. Kathmandu, 11 September.
The American space agency NASA launched this new open-source AI model to analyze decades of lunar observation data and strengthen plans for sustained human presence on the Moon. Developed through collaboration between NASA and IBM, the ‘NASA-IBM Lunar Foundation Model’ is publicly available and trained on over 30 data layers collected by nine instruments from previous NASA missions. The dataset also includes information gathered by the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO).
This model is comparable to IBM and NASA’s ‘Earth’ series of open foundation models, which have been applied successfully across geospatial and meteorological domains. The new model enables researchers to pinpoint potential ice locations in the Moon’s permanently shadowed areas, map craters suitable for safe landings, and analyze volcanic features. Traditionally, such tasks required scientists to manually study maps and images or rely on lower-resolution machine learning tools.
NASA and IBM report that during testing, this model identified major lunar surface features up to 23% faster and with greater accuracy compared to existing methods. The presence of ice on the Moon indicates potential sources of water and oxygen, which are of significant interest to space agencies. These resources will be critical for constructing permanent bases or stations on the lunar surface and for producing rocket fuel necessary for future Mars missions. Under NASA’s Artemis program, astronauts are planned to return to the Moon during 2026-2027, fostering the development of new technologies for long-term lunar presence and upcoming Martian exploration. This AI model is freely accessible on the Hugging Face platform, with its code also hosted on GitHub, and is expected to support future lunar research efforts.
How can one cope with the pain experienced during displacement? Published on September 10, 2026. Home is the place where we feel secure. However, for you and many others around the world, that sense of security may have been lost. Regardless of the reason, the emotions remain the same. For some, their homes might have been destroyed by war, earthquakes, or floods. Sometimes, unexpected incidents force people to leave their homes, which can be very difficult to understand. What should one do in such situations? Be sure to watch this video.
U.S. President Donald Trump has made it clear that he harbors no regret over starting a war against Iran. In an interview with Fox News, he stated, “I don’t believe in the word regret. You can always second-guess yourself a little.” During Thursday’s broadcast of The Ingraham Angle, he added, “If I had to do it again, I would do exactly what I did.” Kathmandu, September 12.
Despite concerns about the impact on the upcoming midterm elections in November, Trump reiterated that he does not regret initiating the conflict with Iran. When asked about the electoral ramifications during the Fox News interview, he responded, “I don’t believe in the word regret. You can always second-guess yourself a little.” Defending his decision on The Ingraham Angle program, he affirmed, “If given another chance, I would do exactly what I did.” Trump also dismissed claims that some of his supporters were upset or discouraged by the war.
September 11, Butwal – Businessman and social leader Thaneshwar Paudel from Butwal has contributed NPR 2,525,000 to assist citizens affected by the recent floods. Paudel donated this amount to the Prime Minister’s Natural Disaster Relief Fund to support those impacted by the flooding of the Bhote Koshi River in Rasuwa. He stated that the donation was made personally to the relief fund.
Paudel serves as a volunteer with the Paudel Human Welfare Committee in Butwal and is also the chairman of the Shine Resunga Development Bank’s board of directors. He remarked, “Amid one of the greatest disasters in Nepal’s history affecting districts including Rasuwa, Dhading, and Nuwakot, the country faces severe economic losses and challenging circumstances. It is our responsibility as Nepali citizens to support the government, which is why I have contributed to the relief fund.” He also shared that the Shine Resunga Development Bank, under his chairmanship, has previously donated NPR 6.5 million to the Prime Minister’s Natural Disaster Relief Fund.
How can one restore hope in life after a disaster? Published on September 10, 2026. Hope is a powerful emotion. It is the belief that circumstances can improve in the future. It gives us courage and energy to face today’s challenges. However, when disasters like floods and landslides take many lives and leave people homeless, it becomes difficult to see the light of hope in life. What can you do in such moments? Watch this video for more information.
September 11, Kathmandu – The European Union’s (EU) climate monitoring agency released a report on Thursday revealing that August 2023 was the hottest month ever recorded worldwide. During this period, ocean temperatures also surged to unprecedented levels. Western Europe has experienced its hottest summer on record this year.
The Copernicus Climate Change Service’s assessment prompted a warning from the United Nations, emphasizing that the planet will remain in grave danger unless humanity curtails its use of fossil fuels.
Copernicus’s datasets date back to 1940, but other evidence such as ice cores, tree rings, and coral skeletons help scientists put today’s climate into a much longer historical context.
Samantha Burgess from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts stated, “Humans have not seen temperatures this high in the past 100,000 years.” According to Copernicus, the global average air temperature in August reached 16.96 degrees Celsius. This surpasses the previous July 2023 record by just 0.01 degrees Celsius. Due to the minimal difference, Copernicus regards both months jointly as the hottest ever.
Scientists have attributed this warming primarily to human activities, especially burning coal, oil, and gas, which have raised Earth’s temperature by approximately 1.4 degrees Celsius since the pre-industrial era. This increase has intensified the severity and likelihood of extreme weather events. Greenhouse gas emissions reached a new peak in 2025.
Simon Stiell, the UN climate chief, commented on the Copernicus report: “The evidence is irrefutable. This is the cost humanity pays for the exploitation of fossil fuels and the resulting global climate crisis.”
Ocean surface temperatures worldwide also broke new daily records. August marked the hottest month ever recorded for sea surface temperatures, setting records for three consecutive months.
Over 90 percent of the heat generated from greenhouse gas emissions is absorbed by the oceans, preventing the land from heating even more. However, this has caused significant harm to marine life, coral reefs, and coastal regions.
Extremely hot areas such as the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Tropical Pacific Oceans witnessed their previous temperature records being shattered. The Tropical Pacific is experiencing one of the most powerful El Niño weather systems of the modern era, rapidly intensifying.
During these events, Pacific Ocean waters become unusually warm, influencing areas thousands of kilometers away. This results in flooding in Peru, droughts in Africa, and wildfires in Australia.
The natural El Niño climate cycle temporarily raises global temperatures, compounding the already elevated baseline caused by long-term warming.
Scientists expect temperature records to continue being broken in the coming months. This “super” El Niño is predicted to peak around December, potentially making 2026 and 2027 the hottest years on record.
Frederik Otto, a climate scientist at Imperial College London, remarked, “Climate change makes each El Niño hotter. Unless we stop burning coal, oil, and gas, record-breaking months will keep coming.”
Copernicus reported that August ended Western Europe’s hottest summer on record, surpassing the previous benchmark set in 2003. Throughout this period, intense heat waves persisted from June to August, causing schools to close, rivers to dry up, and wildfires to spread.
Between mid-July and mid-August, the European EuroMOMO monitoring platform estimated over 32,000 excess deaths in the region.
Scientists from the World Weather Attribution Network concluded that the heatwaves would have been impossible without climate change.
However, this exceptional heat was felt globally. On Wednesday, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reported that the United States experienced its hottest summer ever recorded.
According to Copernicus data, around 900 million people reside in areas that had their hottest July on record. Samantha Burgess, ocean scientist at the ECMWF, stated, “Not only Europe but other parts of the world experienced extraordinary heat as well, breaking century-old temperature records.”
She added, “If we do not halt the flow of global emissions, the climate will become increasingly extreme.”