Kathmandu: Nepal’s biggest Hindu festival, Bada Dashain, began today with the observance of Ghatasthapana, marking the start of the nine-night Navaratri celebrations.



The Nepal Calendar Determination Committee set 9:13 a.m. as the auspicious time for the ritual. Devotees across the country worshipped Goddess Shailaputri and sowed maize and barley seeds in soil and cow dung to grow jamara (barley shoots), a central symbol of Dashain. Priests also offered prayers to Goddess Durga, invoking her nine manifestations.



At Hanumandhoka Dashain Ghar in Kathmandu and the historic Gorakhkali temple in Gorkha, priests led the main jamara-sowing ceremonies. Tradition dictates that households plant their own jamara only after these central rituals are completed. Similar ceremonies were also performed at Gorkha’s Manakamana temple and other major shrines. The jamara, along with tika, will be used on the tenth day to bless younger family members with peace and prosperity.



On the occasion of Ghatasthapana, large crowds flocked to temples nationwide to offer prayers. In Kathmandu, devotees thronged Bhadrakali, Guheshwari, and Maitidevi temples, while Dakshinkali, Palanchok Bhagawati, Manakamana, and other prominent shrines across Saptari, Nuwakot, Doti, Baglung, Dharan, Dadeldhura, Bhojpur, Banke, and Taplejung also witnessed heavy footfall.



The Calendar Committee has also fixed 11:53 a.m. on October 2 (Asoj 16) as the most auspicious time for receiving tika.

Bada Dashain begins with Ghatasthapana across Nepal

Kathmandu: Four newly appointed ministers in the interim government led by Sushila Karki took oath of office and secrecy before President Ramchandra Paudel amidst a special ceremony held at the Office of the President, Shital Niwas today. 



Anil Kumar Sinha was administered the oath of office as Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies. He will also look after the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs and the Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation. 



Similarly, Mahabir Pun became the Minister for Education, Science and Technology, and Madan Kumar Pariyar the Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development. Similarly, Jagdish Kharel, involved in broadcast journalism for over two decades, took the oath as the Minister for Communication and Information Technology. 



They were administered the oath by President Paudel. Vice President Ramsahaya Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Karki, Chief Justice Prakash Man Singh Raut, Speaker Devraj Ghimire, National Assembly Chairperson Narayana Prasad Dahal, chiefs of constitutional bodies, government senior officials and chiefs and officials of the security agencies were present to witness the swearing-in ceremony. 



The President, on the recommendation of Prime Minister Karki, appointed the new ministers on the respective posts. Minister Sinha is the former judge of the Supreme Court while Pun, the winner of the Magsaysay Award in 2007, is recognised for extending wireless internet service to remote areas of Nepal. 



He presently serves as the Chief of the National Innovation Center. Pariyar is an agricultural expert. Karki who was appointed the 42nd Prime Minister and the first female Prime Minister of Nepal by President Paudel on September 12 following the Gen-Z demonstrations (September 8-9) that toppled the KP Sharma Oli-led government. 



She had on September 15 inducted Rameshwor Khanal (Minister for Finance), Kulman Ghising (Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation as well as for Physical Infrastructure and Transport and for the Urban Development) and Om Prakash Aryal (Home Affairs) as the Cabinet Members. The responsibilities of the remaining ministries are taken by the Prime Minister herself. This interim government is mandated to conduct the election of the House of Representatives on March 5, 2026.

Cabinet expanded: Four ministers take oath

Kathmandu: The Nepal Airlines Corporation is going to operate direct flights from the federal capital, Kathmandu to Guangzhou, China from coming Thursday. The NAC is going to start Kathmandu-Guangzhou-Kathmandu flight service for the first time and all technical preparations for it has been completed, said Executive Chair of the Corporation, Yubaraj Adhikari. 



The NAC has scheduled three flights every week. After starting the first flight on September 25, the second will take place on September 28. After that, there will be direct flights to Guangzhou every Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday. 



The NAC has fixed one-way fare from Kathmandu to Guangzhou at Rs 30,000 and a return ticket at Rs 50,000. Himalaya Airlines has also been operating regular flights on this route from Nepal while Chinese airline company, China Southern is operating regular flights on the Guangzhou-Kathmandu route. 



With Guangzhou added as the latest destination, Nepal's flag carrier will now have regular flights to 11 destinations in nine countries. Currently, the NAC has two narrow-body and two wide-body aircraft flying to Doha in Qatar, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong in China, Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore in India, Bangkok in Thailand, Dammam in Saudi Arabia and Narita in Japan.

NAC begins Kathmandu-Guangzhou direct flight from Thursday

Kathmandu: President Ramchandra Paudel has reiterated the urgency of holding election to the House of Representatives (HoR) on the slated date. 



He sought cooperation from all sides to this regard. The Head of the State made it clear that he lifted the country out of political vacuum based on general consensus as there was not any measure at hand to form a new government from the HoR. 



President Paudel said it while addressing a special ceremony organized at his office, Shital Niwas on the occasion of the Constitution Day (National Day) on Friday. He informed that political crisis was given an exit by mandating the new government to hold the HoR election within six months, considering the adverse situation. 



He further argued his move as a step to give a sustainable political outlet through timely election. To this end, the President sought cooperation from all political parties, administration and officials, intellectuals and citizens. 



They are urged to ditch the disagreement and conflict and get united for holding the election successfully on time. "This constitution has made Nepali citizen sovereign and independent. All castes, religions and communities have been given equal rights. It is indeed a historic achievement we made so far. So, it is essential for all to protect this constitution," Paudel underscored. 



The Head of the State also recounted his early days- embarking on politics when he was 17-year-old for democracy. "I'm by circumstance placed in a position to tackle the political adversity and vacuum. This adversity is handled tactfully through all sides' understanding, coordination and cooperation," President Paudel added. He called on all to commit to democracy, to good governance, to honesty and morality and to work by keeping in centre the people on this special occasion, the Constitution Day. 



"I wish the Day inspired everyone to work for fulfilling the dream and aspiration of Nepali citizens as demonstrated in various movements by making the constitution living, and building a just society," he said, expecting continuous support and goodwill from all friendly countries at this difficult moment. 



President Paudel stated that the country once again has entered the new path of transformation with new aspirations. "It's my firm conviction that the new people's mandate will figure out the country's upcoming path by further institutionalizing democracy. The interim government will hand over power to the people's elected body by holding elections in six months and by rebuilding the damaged infrastructures. 



This is the major responsibility of all Nepalis at present," the President said. On the occasion, President Paudel stated that the nation witnessed unimagined human casualties and physical damages during the two days' Gen-Z protests and added that he could experience the trauma of the parents who lost their kids.



"As a guardian of the nation, I can realize the loss caused due to the passing of those bright youths of the nation. On the occasion of the Constitution Day today, I would like to recall the awakening and goodwill of those all youths who took to the streets on September 8 calling for a system and a bright future of the country," the President added. 



The President viewed that the living standards of all Nepalis could be transformed by best utilizing the immense potentials of the country. "For this, our constitution always sets a guideline. We all know that our constitution has targeted to build a socialism-oriented economy based on democracy." 



President Paudel urged all to come up with correction to curb corruption and anomalies as demanded by the Gen-Z, adding that an equitable and prosperous Nepal was possible only if we prioritize good governance, end to anomaly, employment creation, environmental sustainability and social justice. 



Present on the occasion were Vice President Ramsahaya Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, Chief Justice Prakashman Singh Raut, Speaker Devraj Ghimire, National Assembly Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal, former Presidents Dr Ram Baran Yadav and Bidya Devi Bhandari, former prime ministers Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', Jhalanath Khanal, Madhav Kumar Nepal and Dr Baburam Bhattarai and the representatives of Gen-Z.



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Constitution Day: President Paudel appeals for timely election

Kathmandu: Ambassador of China to Nepal, Chen Song, has paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister of the Interim Government, Sushila Karki. 



At the meeting held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers on Thursday, PM Karki said Nepal and China have historical and close bilateral relations, and Nepal is ever committed to the one China policy. 



On the occasion, PM Karki expressed her confidence that the support received from China in the areas such as trade, investment, connectivity, agriculture, energy, tourism, and technology transfer would continued, informed Bhrigu Dhungana, Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 



Prime Minister Karki extended gratefulness to the Chinese government for the support received in the reconstruction of the Nepal-China Friendship Bridge at Rasuwagadhi, which was washed away by floods. 



She also expressed the hope that necessary support would be received for the facilitation of movement from other border points as well. Chinese Ambassador Chen Song, on behalf of the Chinese government, congratulated Karki on being appointed the Prime Minister of Nepal, and expressed the confidence that the relations between China and Nepal would further strengthen in coming days. 



He emphasized that the mutual understanding, support, and cooperation between China and Nepal would continue while assuring China's ever readiness to work in the interest of both countries and their people.

Chinese Ambassador pays courtesy call on PM Karki

Kathmandu: Police have recovered a charred body from the Koteshwor branch of Bhatbhateni Supermarket, which was torched and vandalized during the Gen Z protests on September 9.



According to Kathmandu District Police Office, the body was found on Wednesday in a completely burned state and has yet to be identified. The discovery raises the confirmed death toll from the protests to 74.



Earlier, police had recovered seven charred bodies from the Chucchepati branch of Bhatbhateni. Those remains, still unidentified, are being kept at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital in Maharajgunj.

Charred body recovered from Koteshwor Bhatbhateni, death toll rises to 74

Kathmandu: The government has prepared for observing the Constitution Day and the National Day, 2082 BS on coming Friday. The Constitution Day major event will be held at the Army Pavilion, Tundikhel on September 19 and President Ramchandra Paudel will attend it as the Chief Guest. 



Prime Minister Sushila Karki will be addressing the event, according to Home Ministry's Joint Secretary Rhishi Ram Tiwari. Bearing in mind the specific political scenario in the country, the Day will be celebrated accordingly, it is said. 



The previous government on August 24 formed the Constitution Day and National Day 2082 Celebration Main Committee to celebrate a decade of the declaration of Nepal's constitution in a grand manner. 



The Constitution of Nepal, 2072 was proclaimed by the Constituent Assembly on September 20, 2015 as a result of the sacrifices and long struggles of the Nepalese people. 



On this special occasion of celebration of a decade of constitution promulgation, special programmes as discussions, debates, and interactions regarding the status after the implementation of the constitution, achievements, weaknesses, and the problems that have to be endured were planned, but these have been affected due to the changed circumstances in the aftermath of the irreparable loss of lives and property. 



On the occasion of the Constitution Day and National Day on September 19, programmes will be organised also at the provincial and local levels focusing on the historical background of the current constitution, its importance, and the inherent aspects of the constitution.

Constitution Day to be celebrated on coming Friday

Kathmandu: Local people are joining hands for the reconstruction of the physical structures of the police vandalized during the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9. 



The Narephant Police Post building has been rebuilt in coordination of the Kotdevi Bidhyanagar Social Reform Committee in Narephant, Koteswor. The committee has also handed over a motorbike to the police post. 



Likewise, a building of the Police Range at Basundhara is being reconstructed. Local residents have initiated rebuilding the police post with the festivals coming near. The devastated police posts are being reconstructed by forming a team under the coordination of youth entrepreneur Deepak Bhatta. 



Likewise, reconstruction of the building of the police circle based in Kathmandu metropolis-16 has also been completed. With support from the Thamel Tourism Development Council and entrepreneurs of Thamel, the building was reconstructed. 



The building of Traffic Police Range, New Bus Park is also being rebuilt with support from local organizations, transport entrepreneurs and workers. Superintendent of Police (SP) Bhesraj Rijal informed that among 11 police posts that were vandalized and set on fire in Dhading outside the Valley, seven police posts have been reconstructed and are operational. 



Kathmandu Valley Police Spokesperson and Senior Superintendent Shekhar Khanal shared that 218 police offices within the Valley were vandalized and set ablaze. Of these, 112 police office buildings have been completely destroyed, and 96 office buildings have suffered partial damage. 



Likewise, 117 four-wheeled vehicles have been completely damaged, while four vehicles have sustained partial damage. Spokesperson Khanal also mentioned that 158 two-wheeled vehicles were damaged. Police Spokesperson and Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Binod Ghimire stated that efforts are underway to assess the damage caused to police offices and vehicles. 



He added that the reconstruction of police offices that were damaged during the protests has begun, and police personnel are being assigned for 'duty'.

Locals joining hands for rebuilding devastated police offices

Kathmandu: The District Administration Office, Kailali, has withdrawn the prohibitory order that was enforced in response to the ongoing Gen-Z demonstrations. 



With the order lifted, public transportation services, local markets, and schools have reopened. Several government offices have also resumed operations after days of disruption resulted in from the incidents of vandalism and arson. 



During the two-day protests (September 8-9), numerous incidents of arson and vandalism targeted government offices. Chief Minister Kamal Bahadur Shah visited the affected offices today to assess the extent of the damage. 



He instructed employees to restore services as soon as possible. According to the Information Officer Jagadish Joshi at the Office of the Chief Minister and Council of Ministers, most of the buildings owned by provincial ministries have been badly damaged, with valuable documents destroyed. 



In total, 137 government buildings and private houses were set on fire or vandalized during the demonstrations, and 664 vehicles were burned in acts of arson.

Life returns to normalcy with withdrawal of prohibitory order

Kathmandu: Three newly appointed ministers have taken oath of office and secrecy at the Office of the President, Shitalniwas today. President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath of office and secrecy to ministers- Rameshwor Khanal, Kulman Ghising, and Om Prakash Aryal- amidst a special ceremony. 



They were administered the oath as per recommendation of Prime Minister Sushila Karki. PM Karki had made recommendation on Sunday evening. Khanal has been assigned as the Finance Minister; Ghising as Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Physical Infrastructure and Transport, and Urban Development. 



Similarly, Aryal has become the Minister for Home Affairs, and Law and Parliamentary Affairs. PM Karki will look after other ministries. Khanal is the former finance secretary and Ghising the former executive director of Nepal Electricity Authority. Khanal had been working for economic reform and good governance. 



Aryal is an advocate, working for anti-corruption. Ghising had also been raising public concern since he quit the Authority. Advocate Aryal came to limelight after he filed a petition at Supreme Court questioning the qualification of Lokman Singh Karki, then chief of the Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority. 



It is informed that all three ministers are scheduled to assume offices in Singha Durbar today itself. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav, PM Karki, Chief Justice Prakashman Singh Raut, Chairman of the National Assembly Narayan Prasad Dahal, former Prime Minister Dr Baburam Bhattarai, chiefs of the constitutional bodies, chiefs of the security bodies, and high level government officials. 



Former Chief Justice Karki was appointed Prime Minister of the interim government in the background of Gen-Z protest on September 12.

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Kathmandu: Newly-appointed Minister for Urban Development, Kulman Ghising said that preparations would be expedited in a way to paint the structures having deserted looks after arson and vandalism within Dashain. 



In an address after taking the charge of the ministry, he said the structures will be painted for the immediate purpose and most essential appliances, including furniture will be managed later. 



Minster Ghising further said the special fund will be instituted to advance reconstruction works and the Nepali people living in the country and abroad will be urged for fund raising. 



'It is imperative to rebuild the structures that were damaged by the fire during the Gen Z movement last week, and managing financial resources to that end is currently the main challenge', he added. The Minister said, 'We will also appeal to various supporters to convey the message that we can build the structures on our own'. 



He said that the government will prepare a plan within a week to move forward with the immediate reconstruction work. Minister Ghising noted that everyone must work towards solutions while eliminating corruption and establishing good governance, as well as maintaining law and order in the country. 



Secretary at the Urban Ministry Gopal Sigdel informed that an assessment of the damaged infrastructure and rebuilding efforts will be carried out in coordination with local and provincial governments.

'Structures damaged will be painted before Dashain'

Kathmandu: Nepal Police personnel will contribute from their salaries to raise funds for the families of police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty during the September 8 and 9 Gen Z protests.



According to Nepal Police Spokesperson, Deputy Inspector General Binod Ghimire, officers from the Inspector General down to Inspectors will donate a portion of their remuneration to provide Rs 1 million each to the bereaved families.



“A decision has been made to provide financial assistance of Rs 1 million to the families of police personnel martyred while serving during the protests of September 8 and 9,” the Nepal Police said in a statement on Friday.

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