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April 19, 2025 · as published by Nepali news portals, newest first
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Biodiversity of Madhes under threat: Study
Kathmandu, Apr.19: Madhes Province hosts 163 species of fish, 24 species of amphibians, 95 reptile species and 578 species of birds. But they are now under threat due to human-wildlife conflict, h...
Emergency warehouse handed over to Gandaki Province govt
By Phadindra Adhikari,Lekhnath, Apr. 19: The emergency warehouse built inside the Pokhara airport has been handed over to the Gandaki Province government as part of the government's effort to decen...
Record-low snow persistence poses water shortage risk: ICIMOD
By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Apr. 19: The Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region experienced its third consecutive below-normal snow year in 2025, with snow persistence -- the fraction of time snow is ...
Find Amicable Solution
In an effort to fulfill the legitimate demands put forth by the Kathmandu-centric protest of schoolteachers under the Nepal Teachers' Federation, the government has already taken a series of steps ...
Dilemma Of Afghan Refugees
With growing wars, political instability and persecution, the number of refugees has gone up significantly. However, the ever-evolving geopolitical scenario and financial burden have made many coun...
Healthy Future: From Inclusion To Equity
In times of climate crisis and socio-political tensions, there is a growing concern of global health security around the world. Developing countries are particularly struggling to regain the lost p...
Cost Of Complacency And Chaos
The violent pro-monarchy protest that turned the Tinkune area of Kathmandu into a chaotic battleground on March 28 has raised a serious and perplexing question. Was it an attempt by the regressive ...
Trip To Nuwakot
Nuwakot is a beautiful place that holds a significant place in Nepal's history. Prithvi Narayan Shah, the founder of the Shah dynasty, began his quest to unify Nepal from Nuwakot. Recently I had vi...
Status Of Kalij Pheasants In Nepal
The Kalij Pheasant is a gorgeous and attractive bird found in different national parks and community forests of Nepal. This bird inhabits the foothills and high mountains of Nepal. They may hybridi...
Prosperity With Social Justice
For any country to move forward, economic development is essential. In Nepal's case, infrastructure development is slow but ongoing, while economic growth remains stagnant. The country has failed t...
Xizang’s Education Boosts Regional Advancements
Over the past few decades, China has steadily achieved widespread and balanced educational development through continuous reform and investment—particularly in remote and ethnic minority regions. A...
Nepali Soul In Verse
“Soche Jasto Hunna Jiwan
Gosainkunda: A Trekker’s Paradise
Nepal has myriad deities, religions, cultural traditions, and a panoramic natural blend with a unique landscape. When it comes to holy places, Nepalese should be proud of them. Each sacred place is...
Think Before You Follow
Where are we heading? The recent trajectory of Nepal's social-political landscape represents the paradoxical reality – we are either making up our minds to emigrate or growing our agitation, leadin...
Breathing Peril: Kathmandu's Polluted Air
For the past few weeks, Kathmandu's skyline has looked more like a post-apocalyptic movie set than the capital of a marvellous Himalayan nation. Once renowned for its vibrant culture and landscapes...
Pakistan seals spot in Women's Cricket World Cup
Lahore, Pakistan, Apr. 19: Pakistan secured a place in the Women’s Cricket World Cup by beating Thailand on Thursday for its fourth straight victory in the qualifying tournament.
15 expatriate Nepali chefs honoured in Kathmandu
By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Apr. 19: Senior expatriate Nepali chefs were honoured with the Global Star Award amid a programme held in Kathmandu on Wednesday.
Man United seals spectacular comeback to beat Lyon 5-4
Manchester, Apr. 19 : Manchester United’s season isn’t done yet. On a night of high drama at Old Trafford, the troubled Premier League club put its domestic problems to one side by sealing a spe...
Siddiqui excels in mural art
By Baburam Karki,Sunsari, Apr. 19: Samim Siddiqui, 44, from Bhokraha Narsingh-2, Sunsari, has established himself in the field of wall painting by decorating the walls of homes, public spaces, and ...
Nepal Airlines seeks to send back rusting Chinese planes
Five grounded aircraft cost NAC Rs200 million a year on insurance and parking fees. Nepal Airlines has formally asked its Chinese supplier to take back six aircraft delivered around a decade ago. ...
Trump to expand immigration detention system
Jena, Apr. 19: Amid rural Louisiana's crawfish farms, towering pine trees and cafes serving po'boys, nearly 7,000 people are waiting at immigration detention centers to learn whether they will be e...
Petition throws governor appointment into limbo
The race for central bank head has been marred by intense lobbying by various individuals and interest groups. As the government is set to appoint a new governor of Nepal Rastra Bank, a supplement...
Glaciers retreat cost for Nepal’s mountain to lowland
A recent edition of the 2025 United Nations World Water Development Report published last month on the day of first-ever World Day for Glaciers highlights that globally rising temperature has been ...
Delayed fertiliser import affects Morang farmers
By Hari Prasad Koirala,Urlabari, Apr. 19: Farmers in Morang have been forced to use substandard Indian urea fertilisers as the chemical fertilisers imported by the government through a tender did n...
Today’s weather: April 19, 2025
Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. The Meteorological Forecasting Division said the country is currently under the influence of local winds and we...
Muglin–Malekhu road widening work crawls along. Just 26 percent work completed in 28 months
Prithvi Highway’s Muglin-Kathmandu section serves as the main gateway to the Capital for vehicles coming from the east, west, and south. The road widening work along the Muglin-Malekhu section of ...
Heavy rain likely in Koshi Bagmati, and Gandaki
Kathmandu, April 19: There is possibility of heavy rainfall in one or two places in the hilly regions of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces today. This is due to the influence of local winds and ...
Panthi elected Sancharika chairperson
Kathmandu, April 19: Kamala Panthi has been elected the Chairperson of Sancharika Samuha, an association of women journalists in the country. She was elected by the 9th general convention of the Sa...
Police officers enjoy Pitambar
By Our Correspondent,Pokhara, Apr. 19: A group of police officers enjoyed the screening of the film Pitambar at Midtown Cinema in Pokhara.
Air Quality Crisis Warrants Urgent Action
Recently, Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, consistently topped the charts for the highest Air Quality Index (AQI) for about a week, sparking concern, especially among its residents, and also across...
Magnetic Power Of Emotional Maturity
Have you ever wondered what it is about some people that seems to make them magnetic, even though on the surface they don’t necessarily stand out much from the crowd? In a culture that often fixate...
Ownership Of Social Contract Builds Trust
The constitution of Nepal, promulgated in 2015, is often cited as a national social contract. It is a negotiated national document among Nepali political parties. Nepalis have expressed their views...
Amid teachers’ protest, civil servants threaten to hit the streets seeking law
They have given the government a week’s time to table the Federal Civil Service Bill in Parliament. With school teachers on the streets for over two weeks, civil servants have also warned of stern...
Central Zoo's animal rescue team active throughout Nepal
Lalitpur (Godavari), April 19: The Central Zoo, Jawalakhel has established rapid rescue team to address any harm caused to wildlife across the country. The central rescue team of the zoo remains a...
A Division clubs mull opting out of knockout tournament if ANFA fails to convince them
A discussion between senior representatives from the majority of A Division clubs on Friday unofficially decided not to participate in the league-cum-knockout tournament under the present scenario....
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