Stories from Nepal

A report from Nepal First indicates a growing attraction of artists to politics across the globe, with a specific focus on their success.

Nepal First, a 24-hour news portal, is covering discussions on why students should engage in politics. The coverage indicates a focus on youth political participation in Nepal.

Nearly 300,000 security personnel have been deployed in Nepal for the House of Representatives election.

The election for the Vice-Chair of the National Assembly in Nepal is scheduled to take place on April 9.

A Turkish Airbus aircraft caught fire on the tarmac at Kathmandu airport. All 288 passengers and crew were evacuated safely, but safety concerns have been raised.

The Election Commission of Nepal has issued a directive instructing individuals and parties not to use or allow the use of physical election symbols. The election for the Vice Chairman of the National Assembly in Nepal is scheduled to take place on April 8.

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change held a session on strategic directions for 2026 Climate Change Conferences. This indicates progress in national climate change policy formulation.

Officials in Nepal reported that another Nepali Sherpa guide has died while climbing Mount Everest. This marks the third Sherpa death on the mountain this season.

Nepal's landslide early warning system, which includes ground movement sensors, a rainfall gauge, and a vibration sensor, has saved over 400 lives since its deployment. The system enables the evacuation of people from areas prone to landslides. A pilot study for the current system will conclude after the monsoons, with hopes for improved performance this year. The system has already saved lives, and authorities hope it will perform even better during this year's monsoon season. A new system combines sensors and satellite data to predict changes in slopes and fault lines.

Native honeybee populations in parts of western Nepal have declined by nearly 50%. The decline is attributed to climate change, habitat loss, and the use of pesticides. This reduction in pollinators poses a risk to crop yields and food security for local families.