Government and Pathibhara cable car protesters reach six-point agreement
Transportation strike lifted after an 11-hour-long negotiation between the two sides.
Transportation strike lifted after an 11-hour-long negotiation between the two sides.
No agreement was reached on Monday, but the two sides are set to meet again on Tuesday.
Demands for a political-level team and halt to construction.
Protesters claim the project threatens the environment, Limbu culture, and residents’ livelihoods.
‘No Cable Car Group’ demands cable car project scrapping, free treatment for injured, and release of detainees.
The call comes after Saturday’s violent clash with police fired on protesters leaving several injured on both sides.
Victims referred for further treatment after initial care at district hospital.
Four people, including three armed police officers, are injured during a confrontation in Taplejung’s Pathibhara area.
Reopening the Tiptala Bhanjyang border point in Olangchungola with Tibet has significantly increased the demand for traditional Nepali carpets.
The annual fair featured performances from artists alongside a volleyball tournament and community celebrations.
Due to the restrictions that started since Covid, yak population has risen significantly, causing a burden for herders along the Nepal-China border.
Cleanliness drive launched to tackle rising waste.
The new large cardamom crop beats farmers’ expectations, hitting Rs2,100 per kg in early seasonal value spikes.
National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre records the mild tremor at 10:30pm on Saturday.
2 injured as monsoon wreaks havoc in eastern hilly region.