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April 16, 2025 · as published by Nepali news portals, newest first
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Govt decides to summon House session
Kathmandu, Apr. 16 : In a significant move to expedite the passage of the long-pending School Education Bill as per the demand of schoolteachers, the government has finally decided to summon a se...
Sujan Bagh Shrestha pierces tongue for third time in Bode festival
By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Apr. 16: Sujan Bagh Shrestha, 30, a resident of Khasi, Bode in Madhyapur Thimi Municipality, pierced his tongue for the third time on Tuesday during the annual Jibro ...
Deliver first, rally later, observers tell ruling CPN-UML
They question the prime minister’s party’s focus on street shows over governance amid growing public frustration. The ruling CPN-UML has been staging a series of mass rallies across the country. A...
PM stresses agricultural modernisation
By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Apr. 16: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stressed the urgency of agricultural modernisation, regional cooperation, and sustainable environmental practices, while war...
Parliament to address teachers’ demands
According to Education Minister Bhattarai, federal parliament will convene on April 25. As the teachers’ protest enters its third week, the government has agreed to summon a parliamentary session ...
Religious schools in Karnali are struggling to stay afloat
Without any support from the government, the seven gurukuls, five madrasas and four gumbas in the province are relying on donations to survive. Religious schools in Karnali Province—including guru...
Nepal postpones malaria elimination deadline to 2030
Authorities have missed the target multiple times. In 2024, the number of malaria infections was 1,043, nearly double that of 2023. Nepal has once again missed its malaria elimination deadline, wh...
Duty-free loophole? Nepal’s edible oil exports stir crisis in Indian refining industry
According to the Solvent Extractors’ Association of India, the impact of duty-free edible oil imports from Nepal, initially confined to Northern and Eastern India, also spreads to southern and cent...
Dhangadhi-Chitwan clash to determine final qualifier; top three untouched
Dhangadhi, Lalitpur and Pokhara are safe as the top three teams, while Kathmandu’s position would be at risk if Chitwan defeat Dhangadhi in the final league-stage fixture on April 17. Pokhara Thun...
What I Watch Online: Prasuna Thapa
Thapa is a content creator. Samay Raina Samay Raina’s content blends humour with sharp insights. Watching him turn a simple conversation into something funny is enjoyable. His contents cure my bo...
Baikuntha-Kailash zipline comes into operation
By Anil Parajuli,Hetauda, Apr. 16: Nepal’s first Baikuntha-Kailash zipline, built with investment from the local government, has officially come into operation.
Why fitness obsession can be unhealthy
Are you working out to feel better—or just to look better? In the chase of ‘results’, many lose sight of what it means to be healthy. Staying fit often begins with a simple desire to get in shape,...
Nepal’s migrating doctors
For every 3,000 people, there is just one doctor. The situation is worse in rural areas. Modern healthcare in Nepal has a relatively short history. Bir Hospital, the first in the country, was esta...
How is Nepal’s federalism faring?
The country must prioritise practical reforms to strengthen its federal experiment. Federalism in Nepal, enshrined in the 2015 Constitution, marked a historic shift in governance. Despite early sc...
Protecting our future
The country should be able to look after the well-being of our mothers and children. Today, more Nepali women are surviving pregnancy and childbirth than ever. This has been possible due to variou...
Gagan Thapa blasts government over rising discontent
The Nepali Congress general secretary breaks silence as protests by teachers, civil servants and monarchists add pressure on ruling parties. Thousands of teachers have been protesting near the cou...
Chennai finally ends its longest IPL losing streak
Lucknow, Apr. 16: Chennai Super Kings ended their longest ever losing streak by stopping the Lucknow Super Giants' three-match winning run in the Indian Premier League on Monday.
Sindoor Jatra observed in Madhyapur Thimi
By A Staff Reporter.Kathmandu, Apr. 16: The people in Madhyapur Thimi celebrated Sindoor Jatra on Tuesday.
Beekeepers worry for lack of market for honey
By Hari Prasad Koirala,Urlabari, Apr. 16: Beekeepers in Urlabari of Morang are worried after being unable to sell honey, which they produced exceeding their expectation.
Today’s weather: April 16, 2025
Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. The Meteorological Forecasting Division said that local winds are currently affecting the country, bringing par...
Syria's Alawites still face targeted attacks
Beirut, Apr. 16:A month after a wave of revenge attacks left hundreds of Alawite civilians dead, members of the Syrian religious minority are still living in fear, with dozens killed in smaller att...
After Harvard rejects US demands, Trump adds new threat
The Trump administration has rebuked universities, starting with Columbia, over their handling of pro-Palestinian student protests following the 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel and Israel’s respons...
Diplomats Foster Tourism
Tourism is a powerful sector for diplomacy and development, not just a matter of travel. The di-rect engagement of the envoys with local culture, traditions, and communities builds a strong bond. A...
Global Disruptions
US President Donald J. Trump has made headlines as his administration has hiked up tariffs for numerous nations. On April 2, Trump announced a universal baseline tariff of 10 per cent on almost all...
Tremors felt in and around Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu, April 16: Tremors from an earthquake were felt in and around Kathmandu Valley this morning.
Sunsari shooting incident: Three arrested
Inaruwa (Sunsari), April 16: Three persons involved in the incident of shooting in Dewangunj Rural Municipality of Sunsari were arrested.
Women Venture Into Space Tourism
When we were growing up, space missions were launched by the wealthy governments of countries like Russia and the USA to advance science and technology and improve various aspects of human civilisa...
Can BIMSTEC Substitute SAARC?
The sixth summit meeting of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Cooperation (BIMSTEC) was held on April 3-4 in Thailand with a declaration seeking to further foster integration and coop...
Bournemouth beat Fulham in the Premier League
Bournemouth, Apr. 16: Bournemouth beat Fulham 1-0 at home in the Premier League on Monday and snapped a six-game winless run.
Jud-Sheetal festival celebrated in Mithila
By Binay Karna,Saptari, Apr. 16: Jud-Sheetal, one of the many cultural festivals observed in the Mithila region, was celebrated on Tuesday with traditional rituals and a strong emphasis on nature c...
Weather to remain fair in most parts of country today
Kathmandu, April 16: Currently the country is under an effect of local winds.
Humla's Dalit settlement has no SEE candidates for 3 years
BY RAJAN RAWAT,Humla, Apr. 16: In Humla district, not a single student from a Dalit settlement has appeared in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE) for the past three years. The absence of stu...
SC orders to shut brick kilns operating in Panchkhal
Kavrepalanchowk, April 16: The Supreme Court (Sc) has issued an order to close the brick kilns operating in Panchkhal municipality.
China economic growth beats expectations, but US tariff shock dims outlook
Data on Wednesday showed China’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew 5.4% in the January-March quarter from a year earlier, unchanged from the fourth quarter, but beat analysts expectations in a Reut...
Punjab defend lowest total in IPL history to beat Kolkata
Chahal and Jansen shine as Punjab bowlers script dramatic turnaround after posting just 111. Punjab Kings successfully defended the lowest total in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history as they ...
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