CPN (US) jumbo team joins CPN-UML in Sudurpaschim CPN (US) jumbo team joins CPN-UML in Sudurpaschim A large number of leaders from CPN (Unified Socialist) have returned to the CPN-UML in Sudurpaschim Province. A large number of leaders from CPN (Unified Socialist) have returned to the CPN-UML in Sudurpaschim Province. Nepal 01 Sep, 2022
House constructed, succour provided to Bajura household House constructed, succour provided to Bajura household A house has been constructed for the family of Saure Ukheda of Bajura’s Badimalika Municipality. A house has been constructed for the family of Saure Ukheda of Bajura’s Badimalika Municipality. Nepal 19 Aug, 2022
COVID cases rising in far-west COVID cases rising in far-west The tally of COVID-infected cases has reached 427 in Sudurpaschim Province, with the infection rate increasing rapidly again. Though the infection was seen only in Kailali and Kanchanpur until a few days ago, cases are now being reported from all but Darchula district. The tally of COVID-infected cases has reached 427 in Sudurpaschim Province, with the infection rate increasing rapidly again. Though the infection was seen only in Kailali and Kanchanpur until a few days ago, cases are now being reported from all but Darchula district. Nepal 18 Aug, 2022
Bajura woman living in cave gets shelter Bajura woman living in cave gets shelter A woman living in a cave with her son for the past five years has been given shelter in Khaptadchhededaha Rural Municipality, Bajura. A woman living in a cave with her son for the past five years has been given shelter in Khaptadchhededaha Rural Municipality, Bajura. Nepal 17 Aug, 2022
Bajura woman living in cave for yrs rescued Bajura woman living in cave for yrs rescued Fifty-five-year-old Jaludevi Budha, who had been living in a cave for the past five years, along with her six-year-old son, in Lugena of Chhededaha Rural Municipality, Bajura, was rescued. Fifty-five-year-old Jaludevi Budha, who had been living in a cave for the past five years, along with her six-year-old son, in Lugena of Chhededaha Rural Municipality, Bajura, was rescued. Nepal 14 Aug, 2022
42 India returnees diagnosed with COVID-19 42 India returnees diagnosed with COVID-19 As many as 84 people have been diagnosed with coronavirus infection in Sudurpaschim Province in a single day. As many as 84 people have been diagnosed with coronavirus infection in Sudurpaschim Province in a single day. Nepal 10 Aug, 2022
Two women in labour airlifted from Bajura Two women in labour airlifted from Bajura Two pregnant women from Bajura were rescued today. Jeni Rai Nath, 32, of Jagannath Rural Municipality and Manu Regmi Padhya, 31, of Budhinanda Municipality were suffering from labour pain for the last four days. Two pregnant women from Bajura were rescued today. Jeni Rai Nath, 32, of Jagannath Rural Municipality and Manu Regmi Padhya, 31, of Budhinanda Municipality were suffering from labour pain for the last four days. Nepal 04 Aug, 2022
Bajura hospital facing oxygen shortage Bajura hospital facing oxygen shortage Bajura District Hospital is facing shortage of oxygen due to poor electricity supply. Due to low volatge power supply, the hospital has not been able to operate the oxygen plant. Bajura District Hospital is facing shortage of oxygen due to poor electricity supply. Due to low volatge power supply, the hospital has not been able to operate the oxygen plant. Nepal 03 Aug, 2022
Children face tough times after parents die Children face tough times after parents die Four siblings of Badimalika Municipality in Bajura have been left to fend for themselves after the death of their parents. Four siblings of Badimalika Municipality in Bajura have been left to fend for themselves after the death of their parents. Nepal 18 Jul, 2022
Bajura burn victim discharged following treatment in Lalitpur Bajura burn victim discharged following treatment in Lalitpur Lokshari Kunwar of Bajura’s Budhiganga Municipality, a burn victim who was critically injured, couldn’t afford treatment, and was stranded, has been discharged following treatment. Lokshari Kunwar of Bajura’s Budhiganga Municipality, a burn victim who was critically injured, couldn’t afford treatment, and was stranded, has been discharged following treatment. Nepal 10 Jul, 2022
Re-election preparations over in Bajura district Re-election preparations over in Bajura district Preparations for re-election in Bajura’s Budhiganga Municipality have been completed and security has been beefed up. Reelection in Budhiganga is scheduled for tomorrow. Preparations for re-election in Bajura’s Budhiganga Municipality have been completed and security has been beefed up. Reelection in Budhiganga is scheduled for tomorrow. Nepal 07 Jul, 2022
Repoll ordered in four local levels of Bajhang Repoll ordered in four local levels of Bajhang As many as four local levels in Bajhang have decided not to start counting of votes. As many as four local levels in Bajhang have decided not to start counting of votes. Nepal 14 May, 2022
4,000 employees being deployed for election 4,000 employees being deployed for election More than 4,000 employees are being deployed in all 13 municipalities of Kailali district for the upcoming May 13 local level election. More than 4,000 employees are being deployed in all 13 municipalities of Kailali district for the upcoming May 13 local level election. Nepal 07 May, 2022
One policeman injured in clash between NC, CPN(US) cadres in Bajura One policeman injured in clash between NC, CPN(US) cadres in Bajura A clash erupted between cadres of Nepali Congress and Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Socialists) after NC cadres accused the latter of striking a dog, in Budinanda Municipality-9 of Bajura on Friday. A clash erupted between cadres of Nepali Congress and Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Socialists) after NC cadres accused the latter of striking a dog, in Budinanda Municipality-9 of Bajura on Friday. Nepal 06 May, 2022
Anti-typhoid vaccination drive in Bajura Anti-typhoid vaccination drive in Bajura Health authorities in Bajura are preparing to run a vaccination drive against typhoid. Health authorities in Bajura are preparing to run a vaccination drive against typhoid. Nepal 08 Apr, 2022
Bajura locals welcome health insurance campaign, but facility far from realisation Bajura locals welcome health insurance campaign, but facility far from realisation Locals in Bajura were elated when the Insurance Board initiated health insurance campaign here by making Kolti Primary Health Centre a major service point in compliance with Health Insurance Act 2017 (2074) and National Health Policy 2019 (2076) in May 15, 2019. However, the service is far from being realised. Locals in Bajura were elated when the Insurance Board initiated health insurance campaign here by making Kolti Primary Health Centre a major service point in compliance with Health Insurance Act 2017 (2074) and National Health Policy 2019 (2076) in May 15, 2019. However, the service is far from being realised. Nepal 23 Mar, 2022
Relief materials distributed to COVID-hit impoverished families Relief materials distributed to COVID-hit impoverished families Food materials were distributed to 95 families of Rudi village at Swamikhapar Rural Municipality in Bajura on Thursday. Nepal Rising and Engage Nepal have provided financial support for the same. Food materials were distributed to 95 families of Rudi village at Swamikhapar Rural Municipality in Bajura on Thursday. Nepal Rising and Engage Nepal have provided financial support for the same. Nepal 04 Mar, 2022
Strike partially affects Sudur Pashchim, two injured in clash Strike partially affects Sudur Pashchim, two injured in clash The effect of general strike called by fringe communist parties is being observed partially in Sudur Pashchim Province, today. The effect of general strike called by fringe communist parties is being observed partially in Sudur Pashchim Province, today. Nepal 28 Feb, 2022
Normalcy returns to Sudurpaschim Normalcy returns to Sudurpaschim Life has returned to normalcy following a steep decline in COVID-19 infections in Sudurpaschim Province in the past three weeks. Life has returned to normalcy following a steep decline in COVID-19 infections in Sudurpaschim Province in the past three weeks. Nepal 18 Feb, 2022
Snow disrupts road transportation Snow disrupts road transportation As the snow is far from melting even after a week, the same has created problems in resuming the transportation service on the Martadi-Kolti road section. Road transportation was disrupted after heavy snowfall blocked around 9-km stretch in Pokharelekh. As the snow is far from melting even after a week, the same has created problems in resuming the transportation service on the Martadi-Kolti road section. Road transportation was disrupted after heavy snowfall blocked around 9-km stretch in Pokharelekh. Nepal 12 Feb, 2022
Over 300 households in Bajura linked to national power grid Over 300 households in Bajura linked to national power grid More than 300 households in Bajura’s Khaptad Chhededaha Rural Municipality have been linked to the national power grid. More than 300 households in Bajura’s Khaptad Chhededaha Rural Municipality have been linked to the national power grid. Nepal 05 Feb, 2022
Heavy snowfall hits life in Karnali, Sudurpaschim Heavy snowfall hits life in Karnali, Sudurpaschim Hilly and mountainous districts have been receiving heavy rainfall in Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces since last evening. Freezing cold triggered by heavy snowfall has thrown normal life out of gear. Hilly and mountainous districts have been receiving heavy rainfall in Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces since last evening. Freezing cold triggered by heavy snowfall has thrown normal life out of gear. Nepal 05 Feb, 2022
Tourism masterplan in Bajura prioritises unique heritages Tourism masterplan in Bajura prioritises unique heritages Badimalika Municipality in Bajura district has prepared a Municipality-level Tourism Masterplan for promotion of tourist destinations. Badimalika Municipality in Bajura district has prepared a Municipality-level Tourism Masterplan for promotion of tourist destinations. Nepal 04 Feb, 2022
Lives in Kailali-Kanchanpur hit hard by cold wave, sun out of sight for over 2 weeks Lives in Kailali-Kanchanpur hit hard by cold wave, sun out of sight for over 2 weeks Foggy weather and cold wave that have stretched for over weeks have adversely affected lives in Kailali and Kanchanpur. Foggy weather and cold wave that have stretched for over weeks have adversely affected lives in Kailali and Kanchanpur. Nepal 20 Jan, 2022
Sudurpashchim has 'zero stock' of Covid-19 vaccines as booster campaign unrolls Sudurpashchim has 'zero stock' of Covid-19 vaccines as booster campaign... Nepal government had recently announced the launch of Covid-19 booster jab campaign beginning Sunday, in an attempt to curb the supposed third-wave of the pandemic that has led to a surge in reported infections across the country. However, Sudurpashchim Province is grappling with 'zero stock' of vaccines amid the booster campaign that has raised a question regarding the federal government's haphazard announcement. Nepal government had recently announced the launch of Covid-19 booster jab campaign beginning Sunday, in an attempt to curb the supposed third-wave of the pandemic that has led to a surge in reported infections across the country. However, Sudurpashchim Province is grappling with 'zero stock' of vaccines amid the booster campaign that has raised a question regarding the federal government's haphazard announcement. Nepal 17 Jan, 2022
India returnees pose risk of COVID-19 infection India returnees pose risk of COVID-19 infection The risk of COVID-19 spread at the community level has increased after Nepali migrant workers in India started returning to their homes from different border points of Sudurpaschim Province. The risk of COVID-19 spread at the community level has increased after Nepali migrant workers in India started returning to their homes from different border points of Sudurpaschim Province. Nepal 14 Jan, 2022
Gradual increase in Covid-19 active caseload in Sudurpashchim province Gradual increase in Covid-19 active caseload in Sudurpashchim province With the increase in number of people coming in from India, cases of Covid-19 have also begun increasing in Sudur Pashchim Province. With the increase in number of people coming in from India, cases of Covid-19 have also begun increasing in Sudur Pashchim Province. Nepal 06 Jan, 2022
Sudurpaschim ministry facing shortage of staffers Sudurpaschim ministry facing shortage of staffers Work under Physical Infrastructure Development Ministry in Sudurpaschim has been affected due to lack of staffers. Work under Physical Infrastructure Development Ministry in Sudurpaschim has been affected due to lack of staffers. Nepal 31 Dec, 2021
Rain, snowfall in high hills halt movement along Martadi-Kolti road section Rain, snowfall in high hills halt movement along Martadi-Kolti road section This year's first winter rain and snowfall started on Tuesday in hilly regions of far-west and the weather conditions have consistently been the same ever since. This year's first winter rain and snowfall started on Tuesday in hilly regions of far-west and the weather conditions have consistently been the same ever since. Nepal 29 Dec, 2021
Reconstruction of Achham Durbar still incomplete after 13 years Reconstruction of Achham Durbar still incomplete after 13 years Reconstruction of 'Achham Durbar' which began in 2008 AD (2065 BS), is yet to see completion after 13 years of commencement. Reconstruction of 'Achham Durbar' which began in 2008 AD (2065 BS), is yet to see completion after 13 years of commencement. Nepal 23 Dec, 2021
Bajura hospital launches PCR test service Bajura hospital launches PCR test service District Hospital Bajura has started to conduct PCR tests for the first time, after two years since the onset of COVID-19 pandemic. District Hospital Bajura has started to conduct PCR tests for the first time, after two years since the onset of COVID-19 pandemic. Nepal 22 Dec, 2021
Contractor's negligence adds to woes of Bajura locals Contractor's negligence adds to woes of Bajura locals With contractors neglecting the Martadi-Kolti road section in Bajura, people have had to suffer unnecessarily. With contractors neglecting the Martadi-Kolti road section in Bajura, people have had to suffer unnecessarily. Nepal 17 Dec, 2021
42 pc vaccinated in Sudur Pashchim Province 42 pc vaccinated in Sudur Pashchim Province About 42 per cent of the targeted population in nine districts of Sudur Pashchim Province have received their double dose of Covid-19 vaccines. About 42 per cent of the targeted population in nine districts of Sudur Pashchim Province have received their double dose of Covid-19 vaccines. Nepal 16 Dec, 2021
Three Bajura siblings left in lurch after parents' death Three Bajura siblings left in lurch after parents' death Three siblings have been left in the lurch after the death of their parents, in Tithi Chaur of Himali Rural Municipality-4 in Bajura district. Three siblings have been left in the lurch after the death of their parents, in Tithi Chaur of Himali Rural Municipality-4 in Bajura district. Nepal 08 Dec, 2021
Sudur Paschim Province steps up preparedness against Omicron variant Sudur Paschim Province steps up preparedness against Omicron variant In the wake of finding of new Omicron variant of coronavirus, the Sudur Paschim provincial government has intensified preparedness to stem the infection. In the wake of finding of new Omicron variant of coronavirus, the Sudur Paschim provincial government has intensified preparedness to stem the infection. Nepal 06 Dec, 2021
Identification card mandatory to cross border to India from Darchula Identification card mandatory to cross border to India from Darchula A meeting of Nepal-India Coordination Committee held in Pithoragarh, India has agreed to allow movement across border based on identification cards only. A meeting of Nepal-India Coordination Committee held in Pithoragarh, India has agreed to allow movement across border based on identification cards only. Nepal 02 Dec, 2021
51 kids get free bags 51 kids get free bags Nepal Rising, a non-government organisation, has provided free bags to schoolchildren from impoverished communities at Dhudhir Preliminary School of Bajura’s Budhiganga Municipality. Nepal Rising, a non-government organisation, has provided free bags to schoolchildren from impoverished communities at Dhudhir Preliminary School of Bajura’s Budhiganga Municipality. Nepal 22 Nov, 2021
Enumerators headed to Chhangaru, Tinkar in farthest Darchula to collect census Enumerators headed to Chhangaru, Tinkar in farthest Darchula to collect census Chhangaru and Tinkar of Byas Rural Municipality-1 in Darchula district are to be censused in the National Population Census of 2021. Chhangaru and Tinkar of Byas Rural Municipality-1 in Darchula district are to be censused in the National Population Census of 2021. Nepal 19 Nov, 2021
Surging cold affects education in hilly region of Bajura Surging cold affects education in hilly region of Bajura Teachers in Bajura have resorted to teaching students out in open grounds, around wood-fire, as cold temperature has affected normal routine here. Teachers in Bajura have resorted to teaching students out in open grounds, around wood-fire, as cold temperature has affected normal routine here. Nepal 18 Nov, 2021
Delay in compensation for damage from unseasonal rain worries farmers in Baitadi Delay in compensation for damage from unseasonal rain worries farmers in Baitadi The unseasonal torrential rain from October 17-20 this year incurred huge loss of lives and properties in Baitadi district. Four people died and properties worth millions of rupees were damaged. The unseasonal torrential rain from October 17-20 this year incurred huge loss of lives and properties in Baitadi district. Four people died and properties worth millions of rupees were damaged. Nepal 13 Nov, 2021
Sudur Pashchim Flood and Landslide Update: 18 dead, 27 missing, 7 injured Sudur Pashchim Flood and Landslide Update: 18 dead, 27 missing, 7 injured As many as 18 people have lost their lives while 27 are still missing, and seven have been injured due to floods and landslides caused by incessant rainfall since Sunday in Sudur Pashchim Province. As many as 18 people have lost their lives while 27 are still missing, and seven have been injured due to floods and landslides caused by incessant rainfall since Sunday in Sudur Pashchim Province. Nepal 20 Oct, 2021
Rawal becomes Congress Bajura president Rawal becomes Congress Bajura president The Nepali Congress faction led by Krishna Prasad Sitaula and Ramchandra Paudel has won various posts in Bajura District Committee, including the president. The Nepali Congress faction led by Krishna Prasad Sitaula and Ramchandra Paudel has won various posts in Bajura District Committee, including the president. Nepal 09 Oct, 2021
Province PSCA to be amended third time Province PSCA to be amended third time Sudurpaschim Province’s Public Service Commission Act is all set to be amended for the third time. The amendment is being mulled owing to some legal complexities that have come up after the commission at the province was set up and came into operation. Sudurpaschim Province’s Public Service Commission Act is all set to be amended for the third time. The amendment is being mulled owing to some legal complexities that have come up after the commission at the province was set up and came into operation. Nepal 30 Sep, 2021
Sanphe-Martadi road comes into operation Sanphe-Martadi road comes into operation Transportation service has come into operation after four months along the Sanphe-Martadi road section at Balde of Bajura. The road section was obstructed due to landslides in the beginning of June. Transportation service has come into operation after four months along the Sanphe-Martadi road section at Balde of Bajura. The road section was obstructed due to landslides in the beginning of June. Nepal 30 Sep, 2021
Poverty deprives woman of treatment Poverty deprives woman of treatment Bajura District Hospital referred Dhauli Thapa, 30, of Badimalika Municipality to another health facility for further treatment, but her family took her home after they could not afford treatment expenses. Bajura District Hospital referred Dhauli Thapa, 30, of Badimalika Municipality to another health facility for further treatment, but her family took her home after they could not afford treatment expenses. Nepal 22 Sep, 2021
Bajura man in need of financial support for treatment Bajura man in need of financial support for treatment Pema Gyalwo Gurung of Bauli, Badimalika Municipality-8, who is a tuberculosis patient and is also paralyzed, has been living in a tent under vulnerable circumstances since seven months. To add to his woes, the Gyalwo family has no financial means to support his treatment. Pema Gyalwo Gurung of Bauli, Badimalika Municipality-8, who is a tuberculosis patient and is also paralyzed, has been living in a tent under vulnerable circumstances since seven months. To add to his woes, the Gyalwo family has no financial means to support his treatment. Nepal 20 Sep, 2021
Save the Children hands over health aid Save the Children hands over health aid Save the Children, Central and Sudurpaschim Field Office, handed over health materials worth over Rs one crore to Karnali Province government in Surkhet, yesterday. Save the Children, Central and Sudurpaschim Field Office, handed over health materials worth over Rs one crore to Karnali Province government in Surkhet, yesterday. Nepal 19 Sep, 2021
Trekking route to Badimalika opened Trekking route to Badimalika opened Trekking route to Badimalika, a famous religious and tourism site in Bajura and the entire Sudurpaschim, has been constructed. The 13-kilometre trekking route from Martadi to Badimalika’s Sota Patan has been constructed by Tourism Department. Trekking route to Badimalika, a famous religious and tourism site in Bajura and the entire Sudurpaschim, has been constructed. The 13-kilometre trekking route from Martadi to Badimalika’s Sota Patan has been constructed by Tourism Department. Nepal 18 Sep, 2021
Bajura woman injured in bear attack in need of financial support for treatment Bajura woman injured in bear attack in need of financial support for treatment Resident of Budhiganga Municiaplity-9, Bajura, Kaushilla Nepali, 21, who suffered injuries in a bear attack on Thursday has been without treatment due to financial issues. Resident of Budhiganga Municiaplity-9, Bajura, Kaushilla Nepali, 21, who suffered injuries in a bear attack on Thursday has been without treatment due to financial issues. Nepal 04 Sep, 2021
Three dead, two missing in Darchula floods, landslide Three dead, two missing in Darchula floods, landslide Flood and landslide caused by incessant rainfall on Sunday night has claimed as many as three lives in Darchula. Flood and landslide caused by incessant rainfall on Sunday night has claimed as many as three lives in Darchula. Nepal 30 Aug, 2021
15pc positive rate in Sudurpaschim Province 15pc positive rate in Sudurpaschim Province A total of 305,857 people have gone through Covid-19 test in Sudurpaschim which included both PCR and antigen tests, according to available data at Health Directorate, Dipayal. Of the total tests, 45,961 people have been tested positive for Covid-19 infection so far. A total of 305,857 people have gone through Covid-19 test in Sudurpaschim which included both PCR and antigen tests, according to available data at Health Directorate, Dipayal. Of the total tests, 45,961 people have been tested positive for Covid-19 infection so far. Nepal 22 Aug, 2021
More devotees heading to Badimalika amidst pandemic More devotees heading to Badimalika amidst pandemic As the annual religious fair in Bajura’s Badimalika is just a few days away, devotees have started heading to the famed religious and tourism destination of Sudurpaschim Province. The fair will be observed on Sunday. As the annual religious fair in Bajura’s Badimalika is just a few days away, devotees have started heading to the famed religious and tourism destination of Sudurpaschim Province. The fair will be observed on Sunday. Nepal 21 Aug, 2021
Seasonal flu patients up in Bajura Seasonal flu patients up in Bajura The number of patients suffering from seasonal flu has increased in the health facilities of Bajura, of late. The number of patients suffering from seasonal flu has increased in the health facilities of Bajura, of late. Nepal 18 Aug, 2021
Dry landslide blocks Karnali River Dry landslide blocks Karnali River The Karnali River has been partially blocked after a dry landslide occurred at Juddi, Bajura, putting 150 houses at high risk. The Karnali River has been partially blocked after a dry landslide occurred at Juddi, Bajura, putting 150 houses at high risk. Nepal 17 Aug, 2021
Human settlements inundated in Dhangadi Human settlements inundated in Dhangadi Incessant rainfall night has inundated most of the human settlements in Dhangadi Sub-metropolitan City, on Friday. Incessant rainfall night has inundated most of the human settlements in Dhangadi Sub-metropolitan City, on Friday. Nepal 14 Aug, 2021
Patients hit hard as incessant rainfall obstructs roads in Bajura district Patients hit hard as incessant rainfall obstructs roads in Bajura district Patients have been facing problems after local roads leading to towns were obstructed due to continuous rainfall in Bajura. Patients have been facing problems after local roads leading to towns were obstructed due to continuous rainfall in Bajura. Nepal 12 Aug, 2021
Darchula tuin incident: Probe panel leaves Darchula for Baitadi for further investigation Darchula tuin incident: Probe panel leaves Darchula for Baitadi for further... The probe panel formed by the Ministry of Home Affairs to carry out investigation into the Darchula incident has left for Baitadi for further investigation after eight days of investigation in Darchula. The probe panel formed by the Ministry of Home Affairs to carry out investigation into the Darchula incident has left for Baitadi for further investigation after eight days of investigation in Darchula. Nepal 10 Aug, 2021
Fraud case against committee chair Fraud case against committee chair Treasurer of a consumer committee in Saptari has filed a complaint with the police against the committee chairperson. Treasurer of a consumer committee in Saptari has filed a complaint with the police against the committee chairperson. Nepal 10 Aug, 2021
Bajura CDO reaching out to rural folks Bajura CDO reaching out to rural folks A team led by Bajura Chief District Officer Gopal Adhikari has reached remote areas to understand the real problems of people and inspect the development activities in the areas. A team led by Bajura Chief District Officer Gopal Adhikari has reached remote areas to understand the real problems of people and inspect the development activities in the areas. Nepal 08 Aug, 2021
Delta variant seen for first time in Bajura district Delta variant seen for first time in Bajura district The Delta variant of the coronavirus has been seen for the first time in a 10-year-old boy in Bajura. According to Bajura District Hospital, the patient was referred to Kathmandu after he couldn’t be treated locally. The Delta variant of the coronavirus has been seen for the first time in a 10-year-old boy in Bajura. According to Bajura District Hospital, the patient was referred to Kathmandu after he couldn’t be treated locally. Nepal 06 Aug, 2021
216 families provided relief in Bajura village 216 families provided relief in Bajura village As many as 216 families of Muktikot village in Swamikartik Khapaar Rural Municipality-1 of Bajura district were provided relief materials, on Tuesday. As many as 216 families of Muktikot village in Swamikartik Khapaar Rural Municipality-1 of Bajura district were provided relief materials, on Tuesday. Nepal 03 Aug, 2021
Case filed against SSB personnel accused of involvement in Darchula incident, Indian side denies involvement Case filed against SSB personnel accused of involvement in Darchula incident, Indian... Media outlets and social networking sites are abuzz with reports of a Nepali person who fell into the Mahakalai River and went missing after Indian border security personnel allegedly snapped the rope of an improvised cable 'bridge' or a tuin he was using to cross over to Khalanga. Media outlets and social networking sites are abuzz with reports of a Nepali person who fell into the Mahakalai River and went missing after Indian border security personnel allegedly snapped the rope of an improvised cable 'bridge' or a tuin he was using to cross over to Khalanga. Nepal 01 Aug, 2021
Landslides threaten dozens of settlements Landslides threaten dozens of settlements Dozens of human settlements in Bajura are at high risk of landslides due to haphazard use of excavators for opening road tracks. Dozens of human settlements in Bajura are at high risk of landslides due to haphazard use of excavators for opening road tracks. Nepal 29 Jul, 2021
Nirmala Panta Rape-Murder Case: Three years on, justice is still a far cry as culprit roams free Nirmala Panta Rape-Murder Case: Three years on, justice is still a far cry as culprit... A 13-year-old girl who went to her friend's place on 26 July, 2018, never made it home. She was found lifeless at a sugarcane field close to her home the next day. A 13-year-old girl who went to her friend's place on 26 July, 2018, never made it home. She was found lifeless at a sugarcane field close to her home the next day. Nepal 25 Jul, 2021
Illegal activities unabated in prison Illegal activities unabated in prison Transaction of mobile phones and narcotics seems to have become the norm in Bajura District Prison though it is constantly guarded by security personnel. Transaction of mobile phones and narcotics seems to have become the norm in Bajura District Prison though it is constantly guarded by security personnel. Nepal 18 Jul, 2021
Mahendranagar bazaar inundated with heavy downpour Mahendranagar bazaar inundated with heavy downpour Various cities across the country have time and again been inundated due to continuous heavy rainfall since the onset of monsoon. Following a similar pattern, several areas around Mahendranagar Bazaar in Kanchanpur district were inundated due to the rain pouring in since this morning. Various cities across the country have time and again been inundated due to continuous heavy rainfall since the onset of monsoon. Following a similar pattern, several areas around Mahendranagar Bazaar in Kanchanpur district were inundated due to the rain pouring in since this morning. Nepal 11 Jul, 2021
Newlywed inter-caste couple attacked, girl taken away Newlywed inter-caste couple attacked, girl taken away A couple, who had married inter-caste and returned home after staying away in the woods for a few weeks, were attacked by their kin on their return. A couple, who had married inter-caste and returned home after staying away in the woods for a few weeks, were attacked by their kin on their return. Nepal 10 Jul, 2021
800 people provided financial aid, 2,163 get access to 40-day employment in Bajura 800 people provided financial aid, 2,163 get access to 40-day employment in Bajura Eight hundred individuals from five local levels of Bajura district were provided with financial support under the COVID-19 Livelihoods and Economic Recovery Project-Bajura, on Thursday. Eight hundred individuals from five local levels of Bajura district were provided with financial support under the COVID-19 Livelihoods and Economic Recovery Project-Bajura, on Thursday. Nepal 09 Jul, 2021
Elephants enter human settlement in Kanchanpur Elephants enter human settlement in Kanchanpur A herd of elephants have entered villages near northern region of Belauri Municipality-9 in Kanchanpur district. A herd of elephants have entered villages near northern region of Belauri Municipality-9 in Kanchanpur district. Nepal 07 Jul, 2021
Victims of floods, landslides get food materials in Bajura local levels Victims of floods, landslides get food materials in Bajura local levels Shanti Sewa Griha in coordination with Badimalika Khabar has provided food materials to the flood victims in Bajura on Saturday. Shanti Sewa Griha in coordination with Badimalika Khabar has provided food materials to the flood victims in Bajura on Saturday. Nepal 04 Jul, 2021
Sudurpaschim budget approved by majority Sudurpaschim budget approved by majority The Sudurpaschim Provincial Assembly has passed the budget for the fiscal year, with a majority, despite the existing disagreements between ruling and opposition parties. The Sudurpaschim Provincial Assembly has passed the budget for the fiscal year, with a majority, despite the existing disagreements between ruling and opposition parties. Nepal 28 Jun, 2021
Bajura's Muktikot village reeling under acute food crisis Bajura's Muktikot village reeling under acute food crisis Muktikot village of Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality-1 in Bajura is reeling under acute food crisis after draught grossly affected the food production here, amidst Covid-19 pandemic, shared local resident Bal Bahadur BK. Muktikot village of Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality-1 in Bajura is reeling under acute food crisis after draught grossly affected the food production here, amidst Covid-19 pandemic, shared local resident Bal Bahadur BK. Nepal 27 Jun, 2021
Food items given to freed haliyas in Bajura Food items given to freed haliyas in Bajura Nepali Heritage Charity Foundation and COVID-19 RAPID Action Task Force Calgary Nepalese Community Association provided food items to the freed haliyas of Budhinanda Municipality in coordination with Madimalika Media House in Bajura. Nepali Heritage Charity Foundation and COVID-19 RAPID Action Task Force Calgary Nepalese Community Association provided food items to the freed haliyas of Budhinanda Municipality in coordination with Madimalika Media House in Bajura. Nepal 24 Jun, 2021
Irregularities suspected in embankment construction Irregularities suspected in embankment construction There are suspicions of financial irregularities in the construction of an embankment in Dhangadi Sub-metropolitan City. There are suspicions of financial irregularities in the construction of an embankment in Dhangadi Sub-metropolitan City. Nepal 24 Jun, 2021
20 oxygen concentrators provided to Bajura DPO 20 oxygen concentrators provided to Bajura DPO As many as 20 oxygen concentrators were provided to District Health Office, Bajura, on Monday. As many as 20 oxygen concentrators were provided to District Health Office, Bajura, on Monday. Nepal 21 Jun, 2021
Two villages inundated, bridge destroyed as Mahakali River water level rises Two villages inundated, bridge destroyed as Mahakali River water level rises Days of torrential downpour have led to swelling of the Mahakali River that flows through mountains, hills and Chure Bhaawar region in Limpiyadhura of Darchula till Kanchanpur in the Sudurpashchim Province. Days of torrential downpour have led to swelling of the Mahakali River that flows through mountains, hills and Chure Bhaawar region in Limpiyadhura of Darchula till Kanchanpur in the Sudurpashchim Province. Nepal 19 Jun, 2021
Budget has little for Far-west HQ Budget has little for Far-west HQ The budget proposed by the government in Sudurpaschim Province for the upcoming fiscal year 2021-2022 appears to be largely remiss when it comes to the welfare of the headquarters. The budget proposed by the government in Sudurpaschim Province for the upcoming fiscal year 2021-2022 appears to be largely remiss when it comes to the welfare of the headquarters. Nepal 18 Jun, 2021
Over 100 villages at high risk of landslides in Bajura Over 100 villages at high risk of landslides in Bajura Incessant rainfall with the onset of monsoon has put over 100 villages at a high risk of landslides in Bajura. Incessant rainfall with the onset of monsoon has put over 100 villages at a high risk of landslides in Bajura. Nepal 17 Jun, 2021
Landslide obstructs Bhimdutta Highway in Sudurpaschim Landslide obstructs Bhimdutta Highway in Sudurpaschim The landslide caused by incessant rainfall since Monday morning at Jorayal Rural Municipality-1 of Doti district has obstructed Bhimdutta Highway, affecting transportation in seven hilly districts of Sudurpaschim province, on Tuesday. The landslide caused by incessant rainfall since Monday morning at Jorayal Rural Municipality-1 of Doti district has obstructed Bhimdutta Highway, affecting transportation in seven hilly districts of Sudurpaschim province, on Tuesday. Nepal 15 Jun, 2021
Tribeni municipality starts regular medical check-up service Tribeni municipality starts regular medical check-up service Tribeni Municipality has started regular medical check-up service on Friday. Tribeni Municipality has started regular medical check-up service on Friday. Nepal 12 Jun, 2021
Two sexually assault 19yo girl with disability in Kanchanpur; one arrested, another flees Two sexually assault 19yo girl with disability in Kanchanpur; one arrested, another... Two culprits raped a 19-year-old girl with disability in Bedkot Municipality-5 of Kanchanpur on Thursday. Two culprits raped a 19-year-old girl with disability in Bedkot Municipality-5 of Kanchanpur on Thursday. Nepal 11 Jun, 2021
176 succumb to second wave of COVID-19 in Kanchanpur 176 succumb to second wave of COVID-19 in Kanchanpur As many as 176 Covid-19 related fatalities have been reported after the advent of the second wave of coronavirus infection in Kanchanpur district so far. As many as 176 Covid-19 related fatalities have been reported after the advent of the second wave of coronavirus infection in Kanchanpur district so far. Nepal 09 Jun, 2021
Sudurpashchim CM Bhatta to take floor test in Provincial Assembly Sudurpashchim CM Bhatta to take floor test in Provincial Assembly Chief Minister of Sudurpashchim Province, Trilochan Bhatta is set to undergo a floor test during a Provincial Assembly session. Chief Minister of Sudurpashchim Province, Trilochan Bhatta is set to undergo a floor test during a Provincial Assembly session. Nepal 07 Jun, 2021
Construction of four-lane Mahakali Bridge in final stage Construction of four-lane Mahakali Bridge in final stage Construction work on a four-lane bridge over the Mahakali River in Kanchanpur has reached the final stage with the completion of around 75 per cent of work. Construction work on a four-lane bridge over the Mahakali River in Kanchanpur has reached the final stage with the completion of around 75 per cent of work. Nepal 07 Jun, 2021
Badi women urge government to legalise sex work Badi women urge government to legalise sex work Badi women on Sunday submitted a memorandum to Sudurpaschim Province Chief Minister saying the government had not taken their demands seriously. Badi women on Sunday submitted a memorandum to Sudurpaschim Province Chief Minister saying the government had not taken their demands seriously. Nepal 07 Jun, 2021
Black fungus claims life of one in Seti Hospital Black fungus claims life of one in Seti Hospital Mucormycosis, commonly known as black fungus, has claimed the life of a person getting treated at Seti Zonal Hospital, Kailali, on Thursday. Mucormycosis, commonly known as black fungus, has claimed the life of a person getting treated at Seti Zonal Hospital, Kailali, on Thursday. Nepal 03 Jun, 2021
Doti burn vicitm to get Rs 2 lakh for treatment Doti burn vicitm to get Rs 2 lakh for treatment Sudurpaschim government has decided to provide monetary support worth two lakh rupees to Laxmi Bhatt of Doti for treatment. Sudurpaschim government has decided to provide monetary support worth two lakh rupees to Laxmi Bhatt of Doti for treatment. Nepal 03 Jun, 2021
Burnt Doti woman to be taken to Kathmandu Burnt Doti woman to be taken to Kathmandu A woman, who was burnt on Saturday, at Aadarsha Rural Municipality, Doti, will be airlifted to a Kathmandu-based health facility for treatment. A woman, who was burnt on Saturday, at Aadarsha Rural Municipality, Doti, will be airlifted to a Kathmandu-based health facility for treatment. Nepal 01 Jun, 2021
Banke reports four COVID-19 deaths in last 12 hrs Banke reports four COVID-19 deaths in last 12 hrs Banke reports four COVID-19 deaths in last 12 hrs Banke reports four COVID-19 deaths in last 12 hrs Nepal 30 May, 2021
UML seeks clarification from ministers in Sudurpaschim UML seeks clarification from ministers in Sudurpaschim CPN-UML Sudurpashchim Province Committee has sought clarification from the newly-appointed ministers and state ministers of Chief Minister Trilochan Bhatta-led Cabinet. CPN-UML Sudurpashchim Province Committee has sought clarification from the newly-appointed ministers and state ministers of Chief Minister Trilochan Bhatta-led Cabinet. Nepal 30 May, 2021
Bajura denizen hit-hard by Covid pandemic assisted with relief supplies Bajura denizen hit-hard by Covid pandemic assisted with relief supplies Bajura denizen hit-hard by Covid pandemic assisted with relief supplies Bajura denizen hit-hard by Covid pandemic assisted with relief supplies Nepal 27 May, 2021
Former Sudurpaschim governor Malla passes away Former Sudurpaschim governor Malla passes away Former governor of Sudurpaschim province, Mohan Raj Malla has passed away while undergoing treatment for Covid-19 infection at Nidan Hospital, in Lalitpur, on Thursday. Former governor of Sudurpaschim province, Mohan Raj Malla has passed away while undergoing treatment for Covid-19 infection at Nidan Hospital, in Lalitpur, on Thursday. Nepal 27 May, 2021
Bajura kids left in lurch after mother's death Bajura kids left in lurch after mother's death Four children in Badimalika Municipality, Bajura, have been left in the lurch after their mother died, and their father remarried and went to India. Four children in Badimalika Municipality, Bajura, have been left in the lurch after their mother died, and their father remarried and went to India. Nepal 27 May, 2021
Sudurpaschim CM Bhatta gets new lease of life Sudurpaschim CM Bhatta gets new lease of life CPN-UML Sudurpaschim Province parliamentary party meeting on Wednesday decided not to withdraw its support to the provincial government led by the CPN-Maoist Centre. CPN-UML Sudurpaschim Province parliamentary party meeting on Wednesday decided not to withdraw its support to the provincial government led by the CPN-Maoist Centre. Nepal 27 May, 2021
Local levels establish COVID hospitals Local levels establish COVID hospitals As new coronavirus cases increase, local levels in Kanchanpur have established a COVID hospital. As new coronavirus cases increase, local levels in Kanchanpur have established a COVID hospital. Nepal 25 May, 2021
Dhangadi wards begin coronavirus testing Dhangadi wards begin coronavirus testing Dhangadi Sub-Metropolitan City has started testing people for coronavirus in the far-flung areas of the local levels. Dhangadi Sub-Metropolitan City has started testing people for coronavirus in the far-flung areas of the local levels. Nepal 25 May, 2021
Families affected with Covid-19 provided support in Bajura Families affected with Covid-19 provided support in Bajura Families that have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic have been provided with relief materials in the Bajura district. Families that have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic have been provided with relief materials in the Bajura district. Nepal 24 May, 2021
55 per cent of COVID patients recover in Sudurpaschim 55 per cent of COVID patients recover in Sudurpaschim Of the total 40,573 COVID-19 infections recorded in Sudurpaschim till now, 55 per cent have fully recovered, according to the Health Directorate in Dipayal. Of the total 40,573 COVID-19 infections recorded in Sudurpaschim till now, 55 per cent have fully recovered, according to the Health Directorate in Dipayal. Nepal 24 May, 2021
NFC Bajura runs out of rice stock, locals worried NFC Bajura runs out of rice stock, locals worried Nepal Food Corporation’s Martadi-based branch in Bajura has run out of rice stock, leaving the locals worried. Nepal Food Corporation’s Martadi-based branch in Bajura has run out of rice stock, leaving the locals worried. Nepal 22 May, 2021
Door-to-door coronavirus test campaign kicks off in Doti Door-to-door coronavirus test campaign kicks off in Doti With the surge in coronavirus cases, the local levels in Doti district have started door-to-door campaign to contact-trace COVID-19 patients. With the surge in coronavirus cases, the local levels in Doti district have started door-to-door campaign to contact-trace COVID-19 patients. Nepal 21 May, 2021
Medicine crunch hits Sudurpaschim Province hard Medicine crunch hits Sudurpaschim Province hard Shortage of very essential medicines used for the treatment of COVID patients has hit Sudurpaschim hard. Shortage of very essential medicines used for the treatment of COVID patients has hit Sudurpaschim hard. Nepal 21 May, 2021
Returnees moving freely in Bajura villages Returnees moving freely in Bajura villages Though it is mandatory for returnees from India to stay in some sort of isolation for a certain period before they mingle with their families due to the risk of coronavirus, migrant workers in Bajura are seen openly moving around in their villages, with the authority concerned doing little to make them comply with the isolation or quarantine provisions. Though it is mandatory for returnees from India to stay in some sort of isolation for a certain period before they mingle with their families due to the risk of coronavirus, migrant workers in Bajura are seen openly moving around in their villages, with the authority concerned doing little to make them comply with the isolation or quarantine provisions. Nepal 19 May, 2021
18 oxygen concentrators installed in Kanchanpur-based Mahakali Hospital 18 oxygen concentrators installed in Kanchanpur-based Mahakali Hospital As many as 18 oxygen concentrators have been installed in Kanchanpur-based Mahakali Hospital. As many as 18 oxygen concentrators have been installed in Kanchanpur-based Mahakali Hospital. Nepal 18 May, 2021
Campaigns to manage oxygen Campaigns to manage oxygen As coronavirus-related deaths mount in the province, different campaigns are being conducted in Sudurpaschim Province on managing oxygen. As coronavirus-related deaths mount in the province, different campaigns are being conducted in Sudurpaschim Province on managing oxygen. Nepal 18 May, 2021
Oxygen plant to be installed at Bajura Hospital Oxygen plant to be installed at Bajura Hospital If everything goes as planned, Bajura district hospital will have an oxygen plant up and running in a month’s time from now. According to hospital acting Chief Dr Prakash Jaishi, a tender notice has been issued. If everything goes as planned, Bajura district hospital will have an oxygen plant up and running in a month’s time from now. According to hospital acting Chief Dr Prakash Jaishi, a tender notice has been issued. Nepal 14 May, 2021
Installation of oxygen plants halted in Sudurpaschim as COVID deaths mount Installation of oxygen plants halted in Sudurpaschim as COVID deaths mount As COVID patients lose their lives for want of oxygen, initiatives are yet to be taken to buy an oxygen plant for the district hospitals of Sudurpaschim Province. As COVID patients lose their lives for want of oxygen, initiatives are yet to be taken to buy an oxygen plant for the district hospitals of Sudurpaschim Province. Nepal 14 May, 2021
75pc risk allowance for health workers in Bajura 75pc risk allowance for health workers in Bajura Budhiganga Municipality, Bajura, has decided to offer 75 per cent risk allowance to health workers involved in the treatment of COVID patients and 50 per cent risk allowance to health workers deployed to control the virus spread in the municipality. Budhiganga Municipality, Bajura, has decided to offer 75 per cent risk allowance to health workers involved in the treatment of COVID patients and 50 per cent risk allowance to health workers deployed to control the virus spread in the municipality. Nepal 13 May, 2021
15-bed COVID hospital starts in Bajura 15-bed COVID hospital starts in Bajura Gaumul Rural Municipality, Bajura, has set up its own COVID hospital. Gaumul Rural Municipality, Bajura, has set up its own COVID hospital. Nepal 12 May, 2021
Sudur Pashchim Government releases budget for oxygen plant Sudur Pashchim Government releases budget for oxygen plant The Sudur Paschim province government has allocated budget to establish an oxygen plant at District Hospital, Doti. The Sudur Paschim province government has allocated budget to establish an oxygen plant at District Hospital, Doti. Nepal 10 May, 2021
Martadi dwellers hit by lack of ambulance Martadi dwellers hit by lack of ambulance As coronavirus cases increase daily in Bajura, patients have been facing problems due to lack of ambulance. As coronavirus cases increase daily in Bajura, patients have been facing problems due to lack of ambulance. Nepal 10 May, 2021
85 Covid-19 fatalities logged in a week in Sudur Pashchim 85 Covid-19 fatalities logged in a week in Sudur Pashchim According to the data made available by Sudur Pashchim Health Directorate, 85 Covid-19 patients succumbed to the infection in the past week in the province - According to the data made available by Sudur Pashchim Health Directorate, 85 Covid-19 patients succumbed to the infection in the past week in the province - Nepal 08 May, 2021
Number of swabs collected outnumber lab capacity in Dhangadhi Number of swabs collected outnumber lab capacity in Dhangadhi The PCR test laboratory of Seti Zonal Hospital has become overwhelmed by number of swab sample collected for testing, as a result, the Dhagadhi Sub-metropolis has stopped swab collection for three days. The PCR test laboratory of Seti Zonal Hospital has become overwhelmed by number of swab sample collected for testing, as a result, the Dhagadhi Sub-metropolis has stopped swab collection for three days. Nepal 07 May, 2021
Health workers treating patients at their doorsteps Health workers treating patients at their doorsteps As cases of coronavirus are increasing in Bajura, health workers have started reaching the houses of patients to treat and counsel them. As cases of coronavirus are increasing in Bajura, health workers have started reaching the houses of patients to treat and counsel them. Nepal 06 May, 2021
Two held for murder attempt in Bajura Two held for murder attempt in Bajura Police in Bajura have arrested two youths in connection with an attempt to burn a girl alive. According to police, they have arrested Suman Giri and Shikhar Thapa of Tribeni Municipality for interrogation. Police in Bajura have arrested two youths in connection with an attempt to burn a girl alive. According to police, they have arrested Suman Giri and Shikhar Thapa of Tribeni Municipality for interrogation. Nepal 06 May, 2021
Four more Covid-19 death reported in Kailali Four more Covid-19 death reported in Kailali Four more Covid-19 related deaths were reported in Kailali district on Wednesday. Four more Covid-19 related deaths were reported in Kailali district on Wednesday. Nepal 05 May, 2021
Fear keeps Bajura dwellers from testing for COVID-19 despite virus symptoms Fear keeps Bajura dwellers from testing for COVID-19 despite virus symptoms Many people in the nine local levels of Bajura have developed COVID-like symptoms, but none of them is ready to go for test due to the fear of coronavirus. Many people in the nine local levels of Bajura have developed COVID-like symptoms, but none of them is ready to go for test due to the fear of coronavirus. Nepal 05 May, 2021
2,000-bed isolation facility being constructed in Kailai-based Geta Medical College 2,000-bed isolation facility being constructed in Kailai-based Geta Medical College The construction of an isolation facility with 2,000-bed capacity has started in Geta Medical College of Kailali district from today. The construction of an isolation facility with 2,000-bed capacity has started in Geta Medical College of Kailali district from today. Nepal 04 May, 2021
Six more Covid-19 fatalities reported in Kailali Six more Covid-19 fatalities reported in Kailali Six more Covid-19 infected persons who were undergoing treatment at Dhangadhi-based Seti Provincial Hospital died while undergoing treatment in the last 24 hours, in Kailali. Six more Covid-19 infected persons who were undergoing treatment at Dhangadhi-based Seti Provincial Hospital died while undergoing treatment in the last 24 hours, in Kailali. Nepal 04 May, 2021
Virus spreads among jailbirds in Bajura Virus spreads among jailbirds in Bajura The coronavirus infection has spread in the District Prison of Bajura. The coronavirus infection has spread in the District Prison of Bajura. Nepal 04 May, 2021
Prohibitory order imminent in Bajura Prohibitory order imminent in Bajura As coronavirus cases increase by the day, Bajura District Administration Office has decided to impose prohibitory orders in the district from May 5 to 14. As coronavirus cases increase by the day, Bajura District Administration Office has decided to impose prohibitory orders in the district from May 5 to 14. Nepal 04 May, 2021
Kailali reports six Covid-19 related fatalities in last 24 hours Kailali reports six Covid-19 related fatalities in last 24 hours As many as six people have succumbed to Covid-19 in last 24 hours in Kailali district of Sudur Pashchim Province. As many as six people have succumbed to Covid-19 in last 24 hours in Kailali district of Sudur Pashchim Province. Nepal 03 May, 2021
Shortage of antigen kits hits Bajura Shortage of antigen kits hits Bajura The number of coronavirus cases is soaring in Bajura, but the district is facing acute shortage of kits required for antigen tests. The number of coronavirus cases is soaring in Bajura, but the district is facing acute shortage of kits required for antigen tests. Nepal 03 May, 2021
Hospitals in Sudur Paschim face acute shortage of oxygen Hospitals in Sudur Paschim face acute shortage of oxygen Hospitals in Sudur Paschim province are facing severe shortage of oxygen amid surging Covid-19 cases. Hospitals in Sudur Paschim province are facing severe shortage of oxygen amid surging Covid-19 cases. Nepal 02 May, 2021
Prohibitory order in Himali Rural Municipality Prohibitory order in Himali Rural Municipality A meeting of the Bajura District COVID-19 Crisis Management has decided to impose prohibitory order in Himali Rural Municipality, Bajura, from May 2. A meeting of the Bajura District COVID-19 Crisis Management has decided to impose prohibitory order in Himali Rural Municipality, Bajura, from May 2. Nepal 02 May, 2021
Prohibitory period extended in Kailali till May 13 Prohibitory period extended in Kailali till May 13 A meeting of District Covid-19 Crisis Management Centre held on Saturday decided to extend the prohibitory order till May 13. A meeting of District Covid-19 Crisis Management Centre held on Saturday decided to extend the prohibitory order till May 13. Nepal 02 May, 2021
India returnees put Bajura at virus risk India returnees put Bajura at virus risk With the sharp increase in the number of returnees from India in Bajura, the district has become vulnerable to the second wave of coronavirus, which is much more aggressive and deadlier than the first one. With the sharp increase in the number of returnees from India in Bajura, the district has become vulnerable to the second wave of coronavirus, which is much more aggressive and deadlier than the first one. Nepal 02 May, 2021
Seti Provincial Hospital swamped with Covid-19 patients, infected being treated in hallway Seti Provincial Hospital swamped with Covid-19 patients, infected being treated in... With the sharp increase of Covid-19 infection amid the second wave of coronavirus, hospitals in Sudur Paschim Province are being filled to the brim of late. With the sharp increase of Covid-19 infection amid the second wave of coronavirus, hospitals in Sudur Paschim Province are being filled to the brim of late. Nepal 30 Apr, 2021
Sudur Pashchim records seven deaths due to Covid-19 in 24 hours Sudur Pashchim records seven deaths due to Covid-19 in 24 hours As many as seven people have succumbed to coronavirus infection in the last 24 hours in Sudur Pashchim Province. As many as seven people have succumbed to coronavirus infection in the last 24 hours in Sudur Pashchim Province. Nepal 29 Apr, 2021
Lack of PCR machine delays COVID-19 diagnosis Lack of PCR machine delays COVID-19 diagnosis As the second wave of coronavirus is rapidly spreading in all the local levels, people in Bajura are facing a hard time due to lack of PCR testing in the district. As the second wave of coronavirus is rapidly spreading in all the local levels, people in Bajura are facing a hard time due to lack of PCR testing in the district. Nepal 29 Apr, 2021
Three Karnali ministers take oath again Three Karnali ministers take oath again Three ministers of Karnali have been administered oath of office and secrecy again. Three ministers of Karnali have been administered oath of office and secrecy again. Nepal 29 Apr, 2021
Nearly 61pc test positive for coronavirus infection in Seti Hospital Nearly 61pc test positive for coronavirus infection in Seti Hospital As many as 227 people have tested positive for coronavirus infection in the last 24 hours out of a total of 374 samples taken for PCR testing in the laboratory of Seti Zonal Hospital - As many as 227 people have tested positive for coronavirus infection in the last 24 hours out of a total of 374 samples taken for PCR testing in the laboratory of Seti Zonal Hospital - Nepal 28 Apr, 2021
Gaddachauki entry point closed for people going to India Gaddachauki entry point closed for people going to India The authorities in Kanchanpur have partially closed Gaddachauki entry point in view of the growing COVID-19 cases in India. The authorities in Kanchanpur have partially closed Gaddachauki entry point in view of the growing COVID-19 cases in India. Nepal 28 Apr, 2021
Sudurpashchim hospitals filling rapidly as Covid-19 cases surge Sudurpashchim hospitals filling rapidly as Covid-19 cases surge A rapid rise in Covid-19 cases in Sudurpashchim Province following the new wave of infections has led to cramming of hospitals owing to influx of coronavirus infected patients. A rapid rise in Covid-19 cases in Sudurpashchim Province following the new wave of infections has led to cramming of hospitals owing to influx of coronavirus infected patients. Nepal 25 Apr, 2021
Bajura prepares to buy PCR machine Bajura prepares to buy PCR machine Authorities have started the process of purchasing a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) machine after COVID-19 cases started surging in Bajura. Authorities have started the process of purchasing a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) machine after COVID-19 cases started surging in Bajura. Nepal 25 Apr, 2021
THT Impact: Struggling mother-daughter duo in Bajura receive assistance THT Impact: Struggling mother-daughter duo in Bajura receive assistance Mani Guyal and her 10-year-old daughter of Badimalika Municipality-1 in Bajura District have received assistance following the publication of a story highlighting their struggles, in the The Himalayan Times - Mani Guyal and her 10-year-old daughter of Badimalika Municipality-1 in Bajura District have received assistance following the publication of a story highlighting their struggles, in the The Himalayan Times - Nepal 23 Apr, 2021
Covid-19 hospital beds filling up fast in Dhangadhi Covid-19 hospital beds filling up fast in Dhangadhi The Corona Temporary Hospital under Seti Provincial Hospital in Dhangadi of Kailali district is filling rapidly with coronavirus infected patients - The Corona Temporary Hospital under Seti Provincial Hospital in Dhangadi of Kailali district is filling rapidly with coronavirus infected patients - Nepal 23 Apr, 2021
Continuous snowfall affects life in Bajura Continuous snowfall affects life in Bajura Life has been affected due to snowfall in the high hilly areas of Bajura - Life has been affected due to snowfall in the high hilly areas of Bajura - Nepal 23 Apr, 2021
Lack of qualified human resources to operate ventilators in Sudurpashchim Lack of qualified human resources to operate ventilators in Sudurpashchim Sudur Pashchim Province is grappling with a high rate of coronavirus infection at present - Sudur Pashchim Province is grappling with a high rate of coronavirus infection at present - Nepal 22 Apr, 2021
Partial prohibitory order issued in Kailali, Kanchanpur Partial prohibitory order issued in Kailali, Kanchanpur Local administrations in Kailali and Kanchanpur have issued partial prohibitory order to control the spread of the second wave of coronavirus, on Wednesday. Local administrations in Kailali and Kanchanpur have issued partial prohibitory order to control the spread of the second wave of coronavirus, on Wednesday. Nepal 21 Apr, 2021
Govt offices introduce service rationing Govt offices introduce service rationing Land Reform Office and Land Revenue Office in Kailali have introduced service rationing by designating certain days in a week to cater to the service seekers of certain local levels, keeping in view the increasing coronavirus risk. Land Reform Office and Land Revenue Office in Kailali have introduced service rationing by designating certain days in a week to cater to the service seekers of certain local levels, keeping in view the increasing coronavirus risk. Nepal 21 Apr, 2021
Dhangadi schools shut amid surging COVID cases Dhangadi schools shut amid surging COVID cases Dhangadi sub-metropolis has decided to close schools here for more than a week in view of the surging cases of coronavirus. Dhangadi sub-metropolis has decided to close schools here for more than a week in view of the surging cases of coronavirus. Nepal 20 Apr, 2021
THT journo in Bajura donates his allowance to people in need THT journo in Bajura donates his allowance to people in need Former Chair of the Federation of Nepali Journalists, Bajura Chapter, and reporter for The Himalayan Times, Prakash Singh has donated his tenure's meeting allowance to the people in need - Former Chair of the Federation of Nepali Journalists, Bajura Chapter, and reporter for The Himalayan Times, Prakash Singh has donated his tenure's meeting allowance to the people in need - Nepal 19 Apr, 2021
Large number of Nepali migrant workers returning in Sudur Paschim after losing jobs in Covid-19 seized Indian cities Large number of Nepali migrant workers returning in Sudur Paschim after losing jobs... Nepali migrant workers are returning home in large numbers in Sudur Paschim after losing their jobs in Indian cities severely affected by the new wave of Covid-19, in recent days. Nepali migrant workers are returning home in large numbers in Sudur Paschim after losing their jobs in Indian cities severely affected by the new wave of Covid-19, in recent days. Nepal 18 Apr, 2021
THT Impact: Bajura man with neurological ailment receiving treatment in Kathmandu THT Impact: Bajura man with neurological ailment receiving treatment in Kathmandu Aause Kami, 42, of Gaumul Rural Municipality, Bajura, who had been left in a lurch for want of treatment, is presently being treated in Kathmandu for a neurological ailment - Aause Kami, 42, of Gaumul Rural Municipality, Bajura, who had been left in a lurch for want of treatment, is presently being treated in Kathmandu for a neurological ailment - Nepal 16 Apr, 2021
NC, Maoist Centre, JSP-N join hands to form coalition government in Sudur Paschim NC, Maoist Centre, JSP-N join hands to form coalition government in Sudur Paschim Nepali Congress, CPN-Maoist Centre and Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal have joined hands in a bid to form a coalition government in Sudur Paschim Province. Nepali Congress, CPN-Maoist Centre and Janata Samajbadi Party-Nepal have joined hands in a bid to form a coalition government in Sudur Paschim Province. Nepal 15 Apr, 2021
Multiple wildfires destroy 293 hectares of forest in Bajura; local authorities mum Multiple wildfires destroy 293 hectares of forest in Bajura; local authorities mum The wildfires that started a week ago has spread to over 290 hectares of forest area in Bajura until Monday afternoon - The wildfires that started a week ago has spread to over 290 hectares of forest area in Bajura until Monday afternoon - Nepal 12 Apr, 2021
Darchula wildfire engulfs archaeological artefacts Darchula wildfire engulfs archaeological artefacts Persistent fire in Darchula destroys archaeological artefacts - Persistent fire in Darchula destroys archaeological artefacts - Nepal 12 Apr, 2021
Three youths jump into Karnali river to make TikTok video; one goes missing Three youths jump into Karnali river to make TikTok video; one goes missing One of three youths who had jumped from a river bridge to make a TikTok video in Kailali district has gone missing since Saturday. One of three youths who had jumped from a river bridge to make a TikTok video in Kailali district has gone missing since Saturday. Nepal 11 Apr, 2021
Child marriage rampant in far-flung Bajura Child marriage rampant in far-flung Bajura Child marriage is rampant in Musikot Village of Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality, Bajura. Child marriage is rampant in Musikot Village of Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality, Bajura. Nepal 11 Apr, 2021
Teachers stage agitation in Baitadi district Teachers stage agitation in Baitadi district Teachers working on private source in various community schools have been agitating in Sigash Rural Municipality, Baitadi - Teachers working on private source in various community schools have been agitating in Sigash Rural Municipality, Baitadi - Nepal 10 Apr, 2021
Migrant workers returning home in large numbers from India in Sudur Paschim Migrant workers returning home in large numbers from India in Sudur Paschim With the rapid increase of coronavirus infections and the implementation of lockdown in various parts of India in recent days, Nepali migrant workers there have started to return in large numbers in Sudur Paschim Province. With the rapid increase of coronavirus infections and the implementation of lockdown in various parts of India in recent days, Nepali migrant workers there have started to return in large numbers in Sudur Paschim Province. Nepal 06 Apr, 2021
Dhangadhi's air pollution level highest nationwide in past 24 hours Dhangadhi's air pollution level highest nationwide in past 24 hours On Monday, Dhangadhi has witnessed hazardous levels of air pollution, becoming the most polluted city nationwide - On Monday, Dhangadhi has witnessed hazardous levels of air pollution, becoming the most polluted city nationwide - Nepal 05 Apr, 2021
56 India returnees test positive for COVID-19 56 India returnees test positive for COVID-19 As many as 56 Nepalis, who have returned home from several cities of neighbouring India, tested positive for COVID-19 in antigen tests Saturday and Sunday. As many as 56 Nepalis, who have returned home from several cities of neighbouring India, tested positive for COVID-19 in antigen tests Saturday and Sunday. Nepal 05 Apr, 2021
Viral influenza A detected in Bajura Viral influenza A detected in Bajura Cases of viral influenza A have been detected in Bajura’s Budhiganga Municipality. Cases of viral influenza A have been detected in Bajura’s Budhiganga Municipality. Nepal 04 Apr, 2021
Freed haliyas in Bajura still remain victims of state apathy Freed haliyas in Bajura still remain victims of state apathy Freed haliyas said the government had not done anything to address their problems. Freed haliyas said the government had not done anything to address their problems. Nepal 04 Apr, 2021
Six Sudur Pashchim district committee chairs close to UML's Nepal-Khanal faction replaced Six Sudur Pashchim district committee chairs close to UML's Nepal-Khanal faction... The CPN-UML chaired by Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has sacked six district committee chairs of Sudur Pashchim Province belonging to the Nepal-Khanal faction, on Saturday - The CPN-UML chaired by Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has sacked six district committee chairs of Sudur Pashchim Province belonging to the Nepal-Khanal faction, on Saturday - Nepal 03 Apr, 2021
Kanchanpur teenager rescued in course of being trafficked to India Kanchanpur teenager rescued in course of being trafficked to India A teenager of Kanchanpur district who was being trafficked to neighbouring India has been rescued on Thursday - A teenager of Kanchanpur district who was being trafficked to neighbouring India has been rescued on Thursday - Nepal 02 Apr, 2021
Haliya family struggling for life for want of treatment Haliya family struggling for life for want of treatment All the family members of Sher Sarki have fallen ill and are struggling for life due to lack of treatment expenses in Bajura - All the family members of Sher Sarki have fallen ill and are struggling for life due to lack of treatment expenses in Bajura - Nepal 02 Apr, 2021
Forest fire in Doti yet to be tackled Forest fire in Doti yet to be tackled Forest fire blazing in over a dozen community forest areas of Doti district for a week is yet to be contained - Forest fire blazing in over a dozen community forest areas of Doti district for a week is yet to be contained - Nepal 01 Apr, 2021
Viral fever grips locals in Baitadi, diarrhoea cases up too Viral fever grips locals in Baitadi, diarrhoea cases up too The locals in Baitadi district have been in the grip of viral fever for some days due to change in the weather. The locals in Baitadi district have been in the grip of viral fever for some days due to change in the weather. Nepal 31 Mar, 2021
Over two lakh inoculated in Sudurpaschim Province Over two lakh inoculated in Sudurpaschim Province More than 200,000 people have received the vaccine against COVID-19 in Sudurpaschim Province, including Baitadi district. More than 200,000 people have received the vaccine against COVID-19 in Sudurpaschim Province, including Baitadi district. Nepal 31 Mar, 2021
Gaumul RM's health services catching on Gaumul RM's health services catching on Bajura’s Gaumul Rural Municipality has been providing health services to the residents here by setting up its own hospital. According to rural municipality Chair Hari Bahadur Rokaya, the hospital started providing services three months ago. Bajura’s Gaumul Rural Municipality has been providing health services to the residents here by setting up its own hospital. According to rural municipality Chair Hari Bahadur Rokaya, the hospital started providing services three months ago. Nepal 30 Mar, 2021
115-year-old receives COVID jab in Bajura 115-year-old receives COVID jab in Bajura Hundred-and-fifteen-year-old Goite Rokaya received the first jab of COVID-19 vaccine at Manakot of Gaumul Rural Municipality, Bajura. Hundred-and-fifteen-year-old Goite Rokaya received the first jab of COVID-19 vaccine at Manakot of Gaumul Rural Municipality, Bajura. Nepal 28 Mar, 2021
Tharuhat-Tharuwan National Front forms team Tharuhat-Tharuwan National Front forms team Tharuhat-Tharuwan National Front has formed a six-member talks team led by Resham Chaudhary - Tharuhat-Tharuwan National Front has formed a six-member talks team led by Resham Chaudhary - Nepal 27 Mar, 2021
Sudurpaschim folks returning home in droves as COVID cases surge in India Sudurpaschim folks returning home in droves as COVID cases surge in India A large number of people from Sudurpaschim Province have started returning home abandoning jobs in India following a surge in coronavirus cases there in the recent weeks - A large number of people from Sudurpaschim Province have started returning home abandoning jobs in India following a surge in coronavirus cases there in the recent weeks - Nepal 27 Mar, 2021
100-kilowatt rural hydropower project to bring electricity in remote Bajura village 100-kilowatt rural hydropower project to bring electricity in remote Bajura village With the construction of 100-kilowatt rural hydropower project in Andradi village, remote villages in wards 1 and 2 of Gaumul Rural Municipality in Bajura district are taking steps towards electrification. With the construction of 100-kilowatt rural hydropower project in Andradi village, remote villages in wards 1 and 2 of Gaumul Rural Municipality in Bajura district are taking steps towards electrification. Nepal 26 Mar, 2021
Fugitives held in Bara Fugitives held in Bara Police in Bara arrested a man convicted in a theft case 24 years after his conviction. Police in Bara arrested a man convicted in a theft case 24 years after his conviction. Nepal 26 Mar, 2021
Forensic test report offers further evidence on Baitadi teenager's rape-murder case Forensic test report offers further evidence on Baitadi teenager's rape-murder... More than than a month after the murder of a 17-year-old girl of Dogadakedar Rural Municipality-7 in Baitadi district, police have gathered further evidence linking the prime accused's involvement - More than than a month after the murder of a 17-year-old girl of Dogadakedar Rural Municipality-7 in Baitadi district, police have gathered further evidence linking the prime accused's involvement - Nepal 25 Mar, 2021
Kanchanpur administration issues partial prohibitory order Kanchanpur administration issues partial prohibitory order Partial prohibitory order has been issued in Kanchanpur district from Tuesday night keeping in mind the risk of coronavirus contagion. Partial prohibitory order has been issued in Kanchanpur district from Tuesday night keeping in mind the risk of coronavirus contagion. Nepal 24 Mar, 2021
Kailali hit-and-run case: Police open fire, use tear gas to disperse protesters in Lamki Kailali hit-and-run case: Police open fire, use tear gas to disperse protesters in... Kailali police fired blank shots, tear gas to control the crowd that gathered to protest the death of a girl in a bus hit-and-run case in Lamki, on Tuesday. Kailali police fired blank shots, tear gas to control the crowd that gathered to protest the death of a girl in a bus hit-and-run case in Lamki, on Tuesday. Nepal 23 Mar, 2021
Bajura local levels to be declared fully immunised soon Bajura local levels to be declared fully immunised soon Preparations are under way to declare all the local levels of Bajura fully immunised. Preparations are under way to declare all the local levels of Bajura fully immunised. Nepal 23 Mar, 2021
Bajura infant diagnosed with acute malnutrition struggles for survival Bajura infant diagnosed with acute malnutrition struggles for survival An infant in Budhinanda Municipality-3 of Bajura district is struggling for survival as she grapples with severe malnutrition. An infant in Budhinanda Municipality-3 of Bajura district is struggling for survival as she grapples with severe malnutrition. Nepal 22 Mar, 2021
Dadeldhura man surrenders after killing wife Dadeldhura man surrenders after killing wife Dadeldhura police arrested a man for killing his wife in Nawadurga Rural Municipality-5 of Dadeldhura district on Saturday. Dadeldhura police arrested a man for killing his wife in Nawadurga Rural Municipality-5 of Dadeldhura district on Saturday. Nepal 21 Mar, 2021
First market monitoring conducted in Kolti bazaar First market monitoring conducted in Kolti bazaar The authority in Bajura’s Budhinanda Municipality has conducted market monitoring in Kolti bazaar for the first time. The authority in Bajura’s Budhinanda Municipality has conducted market monitoring in Kolti bazaar for the first time. Nepal 20 Mar, 2021
Bajura's Aause Kami left in lurch for want of treatment Bajura's Aause Kami left in lurch for want of treatment Forty-two-year-old Aause Kami of Gaumul Rural Municipality, Bajura, has been left in the lurch for want of treatment. Forty-two-year-old Aause Kami of Gaumul Rural Municipality, Bajura, has been left in the lurch for want of treatment. Nepal 19 Mar, 2021
Bajura's Gaumul Rural Municipality trains youth on entrepreneurship skills Bajura's Gaumul Rural Municipality trains youth on entrepreneurship skills Gaumul Rural Municipality of Bajura district organised a three-day mentorship programme to help young entrepreneurs develop skills for better employment opportunities in the future. Gaumul Rural Municipality of Bajura district organised a three-day mentorship programme to help young entrepreneurs develop skills for better employment opportunities in the future. Nepal 18 Mar, 2021
Woman found dead in Dhangadhi hotel Woman found dead in Dhangadhi hotel A woman was found dead in a hotel room in Dhangadhi of Kailali district on Thursday morning. A woman was found dead in a hotel room in Dhangadhi of Kailali district on Thursday morning. Nepal 18 Mar, 2021
Children of Muktikot village in Bajura district grapple with malnutrition Children of Muktikot village in Bajura district grapple with malnutrition Most of the children in Muktikot village of Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality-1 in Bajura district are suffering from malnutrition. Most of the children in Muktikot village of Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality-1 in Bajura district are suffering from malnutrition. Nepal 17 Mar, 2021
One and a half years after accident, Dadeldhura man still lacks fund for treatment One and a half years after accident, Dadeldhura man still lacks fund for treatment One and a half years after Dil Bahadur Damai broke his legs in a road accident in India, he is still struggling to get the required treatment and live a proper life. One and a half years after Dil Bahadur Damai broke his legs in a road accident in India, he is still struggling to get the required treatment and live a proper life. Nepal 17 Mar, 2021
Dalit family in Bajura rescued Dalit family in Bajura rescued A Dalit family in Bajura’s Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality that was left in a lurch due to poor financial condition has been rescued. A Dalit family in Bajura’s Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality that was left in a lurch due to poor financial condition has been rescued. Nepal 16 Mar, 2021
Khaptad Chhededaha declared model local level Khaptad Chhededaha declared model local level Bajura’s Khaptad Chhededaha Rural Municipality has been declared the first local level in the country to have all households with a bank account. Bajura’s Khaptad Chhededaha Rural Municipality has been declared the first local level in the country to have all households with a bank account. Nepal 14 Mar, 2021
14-year-old girl gang raped in Kanchanpur; suspects on the run 14-year-old girl gang raped in Kanchanpur; suspects on the run A 14-year-old girl was gang-raped in Kanchanpur district, on Friday evening. A 14-year-old girl was gang-raped in Kanchanpur district, on Friday evening. Nepal 13 Mar, 2021
Pregnant woman's death sparks tension Pregnant woman's death sparks tension The kin of a pregnant woman, who died in course of treatment at Mahakali Hospital in Kanchanpur, have accused the hospital of showing negligence in her treatment. The kin of a pregnant woman, who died in course of treatment at Mahakali Hospital in Kanchanpur, have accused the hospital of showing negligence in her treatment. Nepal 13 Mar, 2021
Prime accused of Bhagarathi rape-murder case sent to correction centre Prime accused of Bhagarathi rape-murder case sent to correction centre The 16-year-old minor, prime accused in the rape and murder of Bhagarathi Bhatta of Baitadi district, has been remanded to a correction centre by District Court, Baitadi. The 16-year-old minor, prime accused in the rape and murder of Bhagarathi Bhatta of Baitadi district, has been remanded to a correction centre by District Court, Baitadi. Nepal 10 Mar, 2021
Public vehicles plying wantonly in Karnali Corridor Public vehicles plying wantonly in Karnali Corridor Public vehicles are wantonly plying in the Karnali Corridor while relevant authorities remain clueless regarding such activities. Public vehicles are wantonly plying in the Karnali Corridor while relevant authorities remain clueless regarding such activities. Nepal 10 Mar, 2021
Fate of Sudurpaschim govt hangs in balance Fate of Sudurpaschim govt hangs in balance The future of the government in Sudurpaschim Province seems uncertain in the wake of the landmark recent verdict of the Supreme Court. The future of the government in Sudurpaschim Province seems uncertain in the wake of the landmark recent verdict of the Supreme Court. Nepal 10 Mar, 2021
Financial constraint leaves Bajura family in lurch Financial constraint leaves Bajura family in lurch A Dalit family in Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality-1 of Bajura district is facing hardship due to financial constraints. A Dalit family in Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality-1 of Bajura district is facing hardship due to financial constraints. Nepal 08 Mar, 2021
Child recovers from Kala-azar at local health facility in Bajura Child recovers from Kala-azar at local health facility in Bajura A child who was inflicted with visceral leishmaniasis, also known as kala-azar, has been treated in a local health facility for the first time in Bajura district. A child who was inflicted with visceral leishmaniasis, also known as kala-azar, has been treated in a local health facility for the first time in Bajura district. Nepal 09 Mar, 2021
Bodies of two recovered after woman jumps into Karnali river with four children Bodies of two recovered after woman jumps into Karnali river with four children A woman jumped into Karnali river with her four children on Monday. Bodies of two of her daughters have been recovered from Achham. A woman jumped into Karnali river with her four children on Monday. Bodies of two of her daughters have been recovered from Achham. Nepal 09 Mar, 2021
Indian national killed in a crossfire between police, smugglers in Kanchanpur border area Indian national killed in a crossfire between police, smugglers in Kanchanpur border... An Indian national died after getting caught in a crossfire between police and smugglers in the Nepal-India border of Bellauri Municipality-7 in Kanchanpur on Tuesday night - An Indian national died after getting caught in a crossfire between police and smugglers in the Nepal-India border of Bellauri Municipality-7 in Kanchanpur on Tuesday night - Nepal 05 Mar, 2021
Woman arrested for murder of businessman Woman arrested for murder of businessman Police have made public a woman arrested in connection with the murder of a local businessman in Godawari Municipality, Kailali, a few days ago. Police have made public a woman arrested in connection with the murder of a local businessman in Godawari Municipality, Kailali, a few days ago. Nepal 05 Mar, 2021
Three Dalit kids left in the lurch Three Dalit kids left in the lurch Three Dalit children have been left in the lurch after the death of their father and their mother’s second marriage at Budhinanda Municipality in Bajura. Three Dalit children have been left in the lurch after the death of their father and their mother’s second marriage at Budhinanda Municipality in Bajura. Nepal 05 Mar, 2021
Bajura's malnourished baby rescued Bajura's malnourished baby rescued A two-month-old baby suffering from malnutrition in Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality, Bajura, was rescued after The Himalayan Times daily covered a news story about the plight of the baby. A two-month-old baby suffering from malnutrition in Swamikartik Khapar Rural Municipality, Bajura, was rescued after The Himalayan Times daily covered a news story about the plight of the baby. Nepal 04 Mar, 2021
Judicial custody of murder, rape accused extended Judicial custody of murder, rape accused extended Baitadi District Court has extended the judicial custody of Dinesh Bhatta, an accused in the rape and subsequent murder of Bhagirathi Bhatta, by five more days. This is the fourth and final time the court has extended Bhatta’s judicial custody. Baitadi District Court has extended the judicial custody of Dinesh Bhatta, an accused in the rape and subsequent murder of Bhagirathi Bhatta, by five more days. This is the fourth and final time the court has extended Bhatta’s judicial custody. Nepal 04 Mar, 2021
Injured journo taken to Nepalgunj for treatment Injured journo taken to Nepalgunj for treatment The Federation of Nepali Journalists Founder Chairman of Bajura and journalist Daya Ram Pandit was taken to Nepalgunj-based health facility for further treatment on Tuesday.. The Federation of Nepali Journalists Founder Chairman of Bajura and journalist Daya Ram Pandit was taken to Nepalgunj-based health facility for further treatment on Tuesday.. Nepal 03 Mar, 2021
Emergency maternity service at Bajura's Primary Health Centre comes to a halt Emergency maternity service at Bajura's Primary Health Centre comes to a halt The Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Kolti of Bajura district that had started providing emergency maternity services closed operations a little over a week. The Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Kolti of Bajura district that had started providing emergency maternity services closed operations a little over a week. Nepal 02 Mar, 2021
Smuggling continues unabated despite tight security Smuggling continues unabated despite tight security Although the authorities have beefed up security along the border, it has had little impact on controlling the ongoing smuggling of goods from India. Although the authorities have beefed up security along the border, it has had little impact on controlling the ongoing smuggling of goods from India. Nepal 02 Mar, 2021
Officials from Nepal, India hold district-level consultation on border security Officials from Nepal, India hold district-level consultation on border security Nepali and Indian authorities have agreed to exchange information on curbing trans-border crime, smuggling of illegal items, and maintaining law and order in the border region. Nepali and Indian authorities have agreed to exchange information on curbing trans-border crime, smuggling of illegal items, and maintaining law and order in the border region. Nepal 26 Feb, 2021
PM Oli should apologise to people and resign: Bhim Rawal PM Oli should apologise to people and resign: Bhim Rawal Bhim Rawal, the Sudurpaschim in-charge of the Dahal-Nepal faction of Nepal Communist Party (NCP), has said that Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli should self-criticise his act of dissolving House and apologise to the people. Bhim Rawal, the Sudurpaschim in-charge of the Dahal-Nepal faction of Nepal Communist Party (NCP), has said that Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli should self-criticise his act of dissolving House and apologise to the people. Nepal 24 Feb, 2021
Kanchanpur man murdered during domestic dispute Kanchanpur man murdered during domestic dispute A man was killed in a domestic dispute in Belauri Municipality-6 of Kanchanpur district, on Tuesday. A man was killed in a domestic dispute in Belauri Municipality-6 of Kanchanpur district, on Tuesday. Nepal 23 Feb, 2021
Martadi-Kolti road section left in limbo in Bajura Martadi-Kolti road section left in limbo in Bajura Road construction along the Martadi-Kolti road section in Bajura has not started even nine months after the contract was signed. Road construction along the Martadi-Kolti road section in Bajura has not started even nine months after the contract was signed. Nepal 22 Feb, 2021
Family of murdered journalist JP Joshi receives financial assistance Family of murdered journalist JP Joshi receives financial assistance The family of the murdered journalist JP Joshi, that was left in the lurch due to financial crisis, has received financial assistance on Friday. The family of the murdered journalist JP Joshi, that was left in the lurch due to financial crisis, has received financial assistance on Friday. Nepal 19 Feb, 2021
Teacher arrested on the charge of sexual harassment of minor student Teacher arrested on the charge of sexual harassment of minor student A man has been apprehended for alleged sexually harassment of a minor in Kanchanpur. A man has been apprehended for alleged sexually harassment of a minor in Kanchanpur. Nepal 19 Feb, 2021
Prime suspect in Bhagarathi's case admits to raping her before the murder; final rites to be carried out today Prime suspect in Bhagarathi's case admits to raping her before the murder; final... Family of Bhagarati Bhatta in Baitadi have agreed to receive the teenager's body after prime suspect in the case admitted to raping her prior to strangulating her to death. Family of Bhagarati Bhatta in Baitadi have agreed to receive the teenager's body after prime suspect in the case admitted to raping her prior to strangulating her to death. Nepal 19 Feb, 2021
Baitadi-teen murder case: Prime Suspect reveals location of the deceased's watch Baitadi-teen murder case: Prime Suspect reveals location of the deceased's watch The prime suspect who was arrested on February 16 for the murder of Baitadi-teen and paraded by police on February 17, has now revealed the location where deceased person's watch lies. The prime suspect who was arrested on February 16 for the murder of Baitadi-teen and paraded by police on February 17, has now revealed the location where deceased person's watch lies. Nepal 18 Feb, 2021
17 cameras installed to identify tiger's cave in Kailali 17 cameras installed to identify tiger's cave in Kailali Seventeen cameras have been installed to identify the cave of the tiger that has posed a threat to human life in areas of Gauriganga Municipality and Kailari Rural Municipality of Kailali. Seventeen cameras have been installed to identify the cave of the tiger that has posed a threat to human life in areas of Gauriganga Municipality and Kailari Rural Municipality of Kailali. Nepal 18 Feb, 2021
Baitadi teen murder case: Sudurpashchim police parade the prime accused, 17-year-old confesses to police Baitadi teen murder case: Sudurpashchim police parade the prime accused, 17-year-old... Police have made public the prime accused in Baitadi teen's murder case Police have made public the prime accused in Baitadi teen's murder case Nepal 17 Feb, 2021
Police claim breakthrough in Bhagarathi Bhatta case Police claim breakthrough in Bhagarathi Bhatta case Police have apprehended a person in connection with the rape and murder of Bhagarathi Bhatta. Police have apprehended a person in connection with the rape and murder of Bhagarathi Bhatta. Nepal 17 Feb, 2021
Family of murdered journalist Joshi left in lurch in Kailali Family of murdered journalist Joshi left in lurch in Kailali The family of the late journalist JP Joshi, who was murdered in 2008, is left in the lurch due to the financial crisis. The family of the late journalist JP Joshi, who was murdered in 2008, is left in the lurch due to the financial crisis. Nepal 14 Feb, 2021
Tiger sightings during the day increasing along East-West Highway in Kailali Tiger sightings during the day increasing along East-West Highway in Kailali The instances of tiger sighting on roads during the day have increasingly become frequent along the East-West Highway in Kailali district. The instances of tiger sighting on roads during the day have increasingly become frequent along the East-West Highway in Kailali district. Nepal 14 Feb, 2021
Bailey bridge construction over Budhiganga River completed, vehicular movement resumes along Sanfe-Martadi road section Bailey bridge construction over Budhiganga River completed, vehicular movement... The construction of a bailey bridge over the Budhiganga River in Badimalika Municipality along the Sange-Martadi road section of Bajura has been completed following which vehicular movement has resumed. The construction of a bailey bridge over the Budhiganga River in Badimalika Municipality along the Sange-Martadi road section of Bajura has been completed following which vehicular movement has resumed. Nepal 11 Feb, 2021
Lactating mothers, newborns in the far-west forced to stay in cowsheds after childbirth Lactating mothers, newborns in the far-west forced to stay in cowsheds after... Lactating mothers and newborns are forced to stay in cowsheds for a month after childbirth in areas of Bajura, Humla and Mugu districts. Lactating mothers and newborns are forced to stay in cowsheds for a month after childbirth in areas of Bajura, Humla and Mugu districts. Nepal 09 Feb, 2021
Bhagirathi Murder Case: DPO says vaginal swab sent to Kathmandu for investigation Bhagirathi Murder Case: DPO says vaginal swab sent to Kathmandu for investigation Baitadi District Police Office Spokesperson Janak Dhami informed that vaginal swab of Bhagirathi Bhatta has been sent to the National Forensic Science Laboratory, Kathmandu for testing. Baitadi District Police Office Spokesperson Janak Dhami informed that vaginal swab of Bhagirathi Bhatta has been sent to the National Forensic Science Laboratory, Kathmandu for testing. Nepal 08 Feb, 2021
NHRC to monitor probe into Baitadi rape, murder NHRC to monitor probe into Baitadi rape, murder The National Human Rights Commission, which has deployed its own inspection team to monitor authorities investigating the alleged rape and murder of Bhagirathi Bhatta in Baitadi, has urged the police to carry out a highly professional and impartial investigation. The National Human Rights Commission, which has deployed its own inspection team to monitor authorities investigating the alleged rape and murder of Bhagirathi Bhatta in Baitadi, has urged the police to carry out a highly professional and impartial investigation. Nepal 08 Feb, 2021
Heavy snowfall affects daily lives in upper hilly areas of Sudurpaschim Province Heavy snowfall affects daily lives in upper hilly areas of Sudurpaschim Province With the sudden change in weather, heavy snowfall compounded with a chilling cold since last evening has affected the daily lives of people residing in upper areas of Sudurpaschim Province - With the sudden change in weather, heavy snowfall compounded with a chilling cold since last evening has affected the daily lives of people residing in upper areas of Sudurpaschim Province - Nepal 05 Feb, 2021
Missing teenage girl found dead in Baitadi Missing teenage girl found dead in Baitadi A 17-year-old girl from Dogada Kedar Rural Municipality-7 who had gone missing has been found dead. A 17-year-old girl from Dogada Kedar Rural Municipality-7 who had gone missing has been found dead. Nepal 05 Feb, 2021
Sudur Pashchim province affected by general strike called by Nepal-Dahal Sudur Pashchim province affected by general strike called by Nepal-Dahal Lives of people in Sudur Pashchim Province have been affected by the general strike called by Dahal-Nepal faction of the ruling Nepal Communist Party. Lives of people in Sudur Pashchim Province have been affected by the general strike called by Dahal-Nepal faction of the ruling Nepal Communist Party. Nepal 04 Feb, 2021
Cold wave affects daily lives of Kailali, Kanchanpaur residents Cold wave affects daily lives of Kailali, Kanchanpaur residents People in the two districts are unable to carry on with their routine lives due to extreme cold. People in the two districts are unable to carry on with their routine lives due to extreme cold. Nepal 01 Feb, 2021
Nepal-India border points open in Sudurpaschim Province after months Nepal-India border points open in Sudurpaschim Province after months Baitadi’s Jhulaghat and Darchula’s Khalanga and Pulghat border points with India have opened in Sudurpaschim Province. Baitadi’s Jhulaghat and Darchula’s Khalanga and Pulghat border points with India have opened in Sudurpaschim Province. Nepal 30 Jan, 2021
