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Launch of Campaign to Set Rugby World Record in the Everest Region

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The ‘Everest Rugby Legacy’ campaign has been announced to promote the development of rugby and sports tourism in Nepal. This two-year initiative, starting from November 2026 to April 2028, is a collaboration between Himalayan Sports Management (HSM) and the Nepal Rugby Association. Rugby activities will be conducted across all seven provinces, culminating in a world record attempt in April 2027 and a T-One rugby tournament in the Everest region in April 2028. (October 10, Kathmandu)

At the event on Friday, Vinod Tamang, Chairman of Himalayan Sports Management, announced the campaign, while Saral Sahayatri, the Minister of Economic Affairs of Bagmati Province, inaugurated it. The campaign will be implemented in three phases. The first phase involves a nationwide rugby tour under the slogan ‘Seven Provinces, Seven Campaigns’, with plans to organize two-day rugby and community festivals in each province.

The second phase, scheduled for April 2027, aims to set a world record by playing rugby continuously for the longest duration. The third phase, in April 2028, will feature a T-One rugby competition held at high-altitude locations in the Everest region. This campaign also emphasizes youth empowerment, women’s participation, tourism promotion, cultural exchange, climate conservation, and responsible adventure tourism alongside rugby development.

The campaign announcement event was attended by Ramcharitra Mehta, Secretary General of the National Sports Council; Tanklal Ghising, Vice President of Asia Rugby; Deepak Devkota, President of Nepal Rugby Association; Greg Claven, Acting Australian Ambassador; Pramod Hamal, Vice President of Karnali Province Sports Development Committee; Rajkumar Karki, President of Nepal School Sports Federation, among others. All participants expressed their commitment to supporting the campaign.

Understanding the Psychological Impact on Flood-Affected Children and Ways to Support Them

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Children who experience devastating floods are psychologically affected in profound ways, and it is crucial to understand how to support them effectively. In natural disasters and other calamities, children are among the most vulnerable groups. Last September, the catastrophic floods in the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers caused extensive damage to lives and property. Hundreds have lost their lives, thousands remain missing, and the situations of these individuals are still unclear. The disaster also displaced thousands of people.

The mental health of many children who directly experienced the destructive floods and subsequent challenges is in a critical state. It is essential to understand the specific psychological effects these children face, what kind of support they require, and how that support can be provided. To gain insight into these issues, listen to an interview conducted by Manika Bishwakarma with child psychiatrist Dr. Arunraj Kunwar for ‘BBC Hatmalo’.

Nepal Cricket Team Confirmed to Miss ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 Top Four, Prepares for Playoff Route

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After Oman defeated Canada, it has become certain that the Nepal cricket team will not finish in the top four of the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2. As a result, Nepal will no longer qualify directly for the World Cup qualifiers and will have to compete through the playoffs to continue their journey. Currently, Nepal is in seventh place with 24 points from 32 matches, and even by winning all remaining games, they can reach a maximum of just 32 points.

Kathmandu, October 10 – It is now confirmed that the Nepal national cricket team will not finish among the top four in the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2. Oman’s victory over Canada on Friday sealed Nepal’s fate, ending their hopes of a direct qualification to the World Cup qualifiers. Consequently, Nepal will have to pursue their qualification chances through the playoff stage, whereas earlier they were on track to qualify directly from within the top four.

Following their win against Canada, Oman currently have 33 points from 29 matches. Nepal, with 24 points from 32 matches, can reach no more than 32 points even if they win every remaining game. The top three teams in League 2 have already been decided: the United States has clinched the championship with 47 points from 34 matches, Scotland follows with 45 points from 36 matches, and the Netherlands have accumulated 38 points from 32 matches. Oman sits fourth with 33 points from 29 matches, Namibia is fifth with 29 points from 34 matches, and Canada is sixth with 25 points from 33 matches.

Nepal currently ranks seventh with 24 points from 32 matches, while the UAE holds eighth place with 19 points from 30 matches. The competition in League 2 remains intense among the United States, Namibia, and the UAE. Tonight, Namibia and the UAE will face each other, while Nepal is set to compete against Canada on Sunday.

Rare Two-Headed ‘Wolf Snake’ Rescued in India

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A rare two-headed ‘wolf snake’ was discovered in a village in Gujarat, India. This snake has four eyes. According to the rescue team, the snake is unable to hunt and quickly escape when attacked. Its nervous system is different from other snakes. This species is believed to have been seen for the first time in this area.

Food Shortage Risk Due to Floods: How to Avert the Crisis?

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What preparations are necessary to address the potential food shortage following the floods and to prevent a crisis? The devastating floods in Bhadra (August-September) have swept away approximately 1,800 hectares of arable land in districts such as Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading, according to preliminary government estimates. This has caused significant damage to agricultural production, heightening the risk of food shortages in these areas.

The damage to road infrastructure caused by floods and landslides has disrupted supply chains, further exacerbating food security risks in the affected regions. What measures should be taken in such a situation? For “BBC Haathmalo,” Pratiksha Khanal has gathered information by interviewing Dr. Yamuna Ghale, expert member of the National Food and Nutrition Security Coordination Committee at the National Planning Commission, posing various questions on this subject.

Suspected Phone Thief Arrested in London After Jumping into Pond and Dumping Phones

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In the United Kingdom’s capital, London, police have arrested a suspect involved in a phone theft incident after a video surfaced showing the individual throwing phones into a pond while fleeing. The footage, captured by CCTV and body cameras, shows a 21-year-old man discarding phones into the water as he attempts to escape.

The arrest was made as part of an ongoing phone theft crackdown in London. Authorities have also recovered the phones that were thrown into the pond.

Nick Maddinson Sets New Record by Facing 33 Balls Without Scoring in Test Debut

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In the first Test match against South Africa held in Durban, Australian opener Nick Maddinson was dismissed for a duck after facing 33 balls. Maddinson established a new record in Test cricket history for the most balls faced without scoring any runs.

Making his return to the Australian Test side for the first time since 2016 due to Cameron Green’s injury, Maddinson stayed at the crease for 49 minutes during the match played on 23rd October in Kathmandu but failed to score any runs. He was dismissed attempting a cut shot off Marco Jansen’s bowling, where the ball struck the inside edge of the bat and hit the stumps.

Maddinson ranks third on the list of openers who have faced the most balls before getting out for zero in Test cricket. The record is topped by New Zealand’s Darrin Murray, who faced 39 balls against Sri Lanka in 1995, followed by Zimbabwe’s Trevor Gripper, who faced 36 balls against the West Indies in 2000.

This match marked Maddinson’s first Test appearance since the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan in 2016. He was recalled to the squad due to Cameron Green’s injury. Last month, Maddinson scored 126 runs in a domestic one-day competition representing New South Wales. Despite some questions about his selection, Australia’s captain Pat Cummins expressed confidence in Maddinson’s recent form and preparation. Furthermore, Maddinson’s return holds personal significance as he underwent chemotherapy for testicular cancer about 18 months ago.

Nobel Peace Prize 2026: Navneetam Navi Pille Becomes 21st Female Laureate

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This year, the Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Navneetam Navi Pille. The Nobel Prize Committee will honor her for her contributions to peace and the promotion of international law. Pille is the 21st woman to receive this prestigious award.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly declared himself a worthy candidate for the Nobel Peace Prize. He has expressed his aspiration for the award in previous years as well. In the same year, Venezuelan pro-democracy leader María Corina Machado was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

Since 1901, the prize has been announced 107 times in total. Donald Trump showed a strong interest in the Nobel Peace Prize even before becoming U.S. President. He reacted notably when then-President Barack Obama received the prize in 2009.

Hurricane Chris: Lightning Strikes Over the Arabian Sea Captured from Space

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As the marine storm continues, lightning strikes in various locations over the Arabian Sea have been captured from space. This video taken from space showcases the lightning activity during the season’s first marine storm, Hurricane Chris.

Hurricane Chris is a Category 1 marine storm with wind speeds exceeding 126 kilometers per hour. It is expected to make landfall along the northern Gulf Coast of the United States on Friday night.

Sudurpashchim Royals Select Tek Raj Thalal as Iconic Player for Nepal Premier League Season Three

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October 9, Kathmandu – For the third season of the Nepal Premier League (NPL), Sudurpashchim Royals have chosen Tek Raj Thalal as their iconic player through a talent hunt organized by the team. The talent hunt was conducted across various districts of Sudurpashchim Province to scout local cricket talents at the grassroots level. The event included players from Darchula, Baitadi, Bajhang, Doti, Dadeldhura, Achham, Bajura, Kailali, and Kanchanpur.

The talent hunt commenced on October 1 in Dilasaini, Baitadi, featuring players from Darchula and Baitadi. It continued on October 2 in Bajhang, October 3 in Doti and Dadeldhura, and October 4 in Achham and Bajura. On October 6, the hunt moved to Dhangadhi, focusing on players from Kailali and Kanchanpur. The final stage took place on October 7 and 8 at the Dhangadhi Cricket Academy.

Tek Raj Thalal is a former member of the Sudurpashchim Development Squad and has now been elevated to serve as the iconic player for Sudurpashchim Royals in the third season of the NPL. Additionally, from the talent hunt, Aryan BK and Lokesh Joshi from Kanchanpur; Hemant Budha, Santosh Bishwakarma, and Sudhanshu Rawal from Kailali; as well as Birendra Bam from Darchula have been selected as ‘heroes.’ All five of these players will also be included in the Sudurpashchim Development Squad.

NASA Releases Video of Artemis-2 Orbiting the Moon and Returning to Earth

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A video capturing the Artemis-2 spacecraft completing its orbit around the Moon and returning to Earth has been released. NASA published a new 7-minute video of its Artemis-2 mission showing the spacecraft re-entering Earth’s atmosphere after circling the Moon. The footage features the spacecraft’s atmospheric entry and the deployment of the astronauts’ parachutes just before splashdown in the ocean.

The Artemis-2 mission, conducted last April, involved nearly 10 days of travel around the Moon. Recently, NASA has made data from this space mission available to the scientific community and the public to support further research and study.

Legal Case Filed Against Four Including ANFA President and General Secretary

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A case has been filed at the District Court of Lalitpur against Pankajvikram Nembang, President of the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA), General Secretary Kiran Rai, and two others. On October 9, Kathmandu. The District Government Attorney’s Office in Lalitpur registered the case concerning alleged financial irregularities within ANFA and matters related to the Nepal-Bahrain international football match, naming them as defendants. The accused include President Nembang, General Secretary Rai, Treasurer Ravindra Joshi, and Accounts Officer Sanjiv Pandey.

The Government Attorney’s Office has brought charges under Section 33 (g) of the Sports Development Act, 2077, and Section 249, Subsection 3 (a) of the Muluki Criminal Code, 2074. Investigations conducted by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police concluded there were multiple irregularities under ANFA’s leadership. Based on these findings, the Government Attorney’s Office proceeded with the case. According to the CIB report, irregularities ranged from the Bahrain match to the procurement of sports materials, and it was concluded that ANFA leadership played a role in creating conditions that prevented the Nepal-Bahrain FIFA World Cup qualifier match scheduled for 2024 from being held in Nepal.

The report noted that the Dashrath Rangasala stadium was rendered unfit for international matches and that before the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) ordered the match to be played at a neutral venue, General Secretary Rai had already agreed to hold the game in Bahrain. Additionally, the report highlights that US $20,000 in ticket sales revenue from the Bahrain Football Association did not reach ANFA’s institutional account, while expenses exceeding NPR 3.85 million for Bahrain’s players and officials’ airfare were deposited into ANFA’s account.

The CIB also found irregularities in the procurement of Kelme brand sports materials. The report from the subcommittee of the Public Accounts Committee pointed out that tendering procedures were not followed for purchases exceeding NPR 1 million, and the three companies involved shared the same ownership. Over the past three and a half years, ANFA bought sports materials worth approximately NPR 140 to 150 million, with irregularities found in distribution as well. Furthermore, the CIB concluded there was a lack of transparency in distributing and selling 330 online FIFA World Cup tickets and detected irregularities in the procurement and sponsorship funds related to Sherpa Outdoors.

Among the four accused, Treasurer Joshi and Accounts Officer Pandey are currently under CIB custody. The Government Attorney’s Office has requested an extension from the court to arrest President Nembang and General Secretary Rai. The CIB determined that ANFA officials engaged in unauthorized agreements without obtaining permissions from the Ministry or the National Sports Council, took teams abroad without proper approvals, and were involved in procurement irregularities.

Floods Impact Electricity Supply, Potential Increase in Dependence on India

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Following the severe floods on September 26, damage at hydropower project sites has raised concerns that electricity imports from India this coming winter could increase by an average of about 100 megawatts compared to last year, according to the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA). Flooding on September 26 affected projects operating within the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli corridor, and heavy rainfall in October caused significant damage in the Kaligandaki region. NEA spokesperson Rajan Dhakal stated that approximately 650 megawatts of electricity were lost from the national grid transmission during this period. Specifically, 450 megawatts were lost in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli area and 190 megawatts in the Kaligandaki sector.

“Our biggest challenge will come during the months of January, February, and March. We are working towards bringing the Trishuli corridor transmission lines back into operation by then. If successful, an additional 150 megawatts could be restored,” he said. “Last year during peak winter hours, daily imports from India were about 800 to 900 megawatts, with an average of 600 megawatts. This year, peak imports may reach 1000 megawatts, and the average could be as high as 700 megawatts.” The authority also disclosed that during heavy rainfall from October 23 to 27, three towers in the Kaligandaki corridor collapsed.

“Restoring those towers will help improve the situation, and other plants are also coming online. However, if electricity supply remains insufficient despite these efforts, further imports from India will be necessary,” added spokesperson Dhakal. Currently, electricity demand is approximately 2500 megawatts, while production is around 3500 to 3600 megawatts, according to NEA. This results in an export capacity of roughly 1000 megawatts. Before the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli flood, the authority had about 4300 megawatts of hydropower capacity.

Kumar Pandey, former vice-chairman of the Independent Power Producers’ Association Nepal (IPPAN), believes that transmission lines in the Kaligandaki area will be restored soon after the recent damage, meaning imports may only increase slightly as the NEA has indicated. However, he warned, “The extensive damage in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli region suggests serious long-term impacts.” He further noted, “With the Trishuli powerhouse shut down and the need to construct transmission lines, load management in Kathmandu will become challenging for the authority.”

Preparations Underway to Host Upcoming ICC Board Meeting in Nepal

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October 9, Kathmandu – Preparations are underway to host the upcoming board meeting of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in Nepal. Roshan Singh, Vice President of the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), stated that the ICC board meeting is planned to be held in Nepal during the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2026 season. “The proposal to hold the ICC board meeting in Nepal, in conjunction with the NPL, is nearly finalized, with only a few issues remaining. Official announcement will be made soon,” Singh said.

With representatives from the ICC expected to attend, Singh believes this event will have a positive impact on Nepal’s tourism sector and the development of cricket, while also attracting further support. He noted that the meeting can be scheduled once only a few matches from the final phase of the NPL remain. “We aim to create an environment where ICC develops a positive perspective towards Nepal, especially by showcasing the cricket atmosphere here,” he added. The third edition of the NPL is set to begin on November 25, with intense preparations currently underway at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground.

Measures Taken to Prevent Infectious Diseases in Flood-Affected Areas

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The devastating floods that struck in the month of Bhadra temporarily disrupted routine health check-ups and vaccination programs in the affected regions. Experts have warned that the risk of infectious disease outbreaks has increased as displaced individuals have been housed in temporary camps. However, the government has stated that there have been no interruptions to vaccination efforts in the impacted areas.

According to the Ministry of Health, various precautions have been implemented to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in these flood-affected zones. We conducted an interview with Dr. Abhiyan Gautam, Head of the Child Health and Vaccination Branch at the Health Services Department, to learn about the measures taken by the Ministry of Health and related agencies. Watch this interview with Pratiksha Khanal on BBC Hatmelos to gain further insights.